
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Essex, IL from $400 (28 Rentals)
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St James Place

Pine Meadows Apartments

Pontiac Towers

Larkin Village

Carriage Creek Apartments

The Birches

Richton Trail

Mallard Point Apartments

410 N Indiana Ave

555 S Schuyler Ave

250 N Entrance Ave

220 S Entrance Ave

592 N Dearborn Ave

363 E Hickory St

325 W Station St

225 N Washington Ave

346 E Main St

369 E Broadway St

1745 E Duane Blvd

31934 W River Rd

169 S 3rd Ave

247 N Chicago Ave

405 E Reed St
Essex, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Essex?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Essex Studio Apartments | $1,699 | $850 | $3,645 |
Essex 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,711 | $949 | $4,021 |
Essex 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,115 | $444 | $4,888 |
Essex 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,363 | $478 | $3,335 |
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Cheapest Available Essex Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Essex, IL is a 2 Beds unit found at St James Place priced from $755. Stone Falls in the Sunset Point neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $949. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Essex apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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St James Place | Two Bed | 2BR,1BA | $755 |
Stone Falls | One Bedroom, Base Package | 1BR,1BA | $949 |
The Birches | stu | Studio,1BA | $1,090 |
The Woodlands of Crest Hill | White Oak | Studio,1BA | $1,254 |
Willow Run of Crest Hill | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,269 |
Maple Leaf Apartments | Mid-rise | 1BR,1BA | $1,270 |
Richton Trail | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,300 |
Tudor Park Apartments | Three Bedroom One Bathroom | 3BR,1BA | $1,309 |
Twin Oaks West Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,325 |
Arbors at Hickory Creek | Aspen | 1BR,1BA | $1,338 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Essex, IL and Nearby
As of March 10, 2025 the best value apartment in the Essex area is the $1.28 price per square foot 2012 Waters Edge Dr Model at 2012 Waters Edge Dr in the starting from $2,795. The second greatest value Essex apartment is the Willowood Model at Redwood Lockport starting at $2,599 with a $1.88 price per square foot in the Cedar Ridge neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Essex apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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2012 Waters Edge Dr | 2012 Waters Edge Dr | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.28 |
Redwood Lockport | Willowood | 2BR,2BA | $1.88 |
St James Place | Three Bed | 3BR,1.5BA | $0.86 |
Parkview Estates | 2BR/1.5BA | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.58 |
Stone Falls | Two Bedroom, Luxury Package | 2BR,1BA | $1.38 |
Maple Leaf Apartments | Garden Upgraded | 1BR,1BA | $1.70 |
Richton Trail | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.62 |
Tudor Park Apartments | Three Bedroom One Bathroom | 3BR,1BA | $1.64 |
Twin Oaks West Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.66 |
Arbors at Hickory Creek | Aspen | 1BR,1BA | $1.68 |
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Getting Around Essex, IL
Walk Score®
5 / 100
Car-Dependent
Almost all errands require a car
Bike Score®
27 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Essex Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Essex?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Essex is at The Birches listed at $1,090.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Essex Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Essex Apartment is $949 at Stone Falls.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Essex Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Essex is starting from $755 at St James Place.
What is the most affordable Essex Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Essex Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at St James Place and starts from $1,035.
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