2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Essex, MA (49 Rentals)

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Essex, MA 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 | $2,265 | $1,700 | $3,070 |
Essex 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,768 | $1,350 | $5,881 |
Essex 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,520 | $1,500 | $9,588 |
Essex 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,803 | $2,550 | $9,500 |
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Largest Available Essex and Nearby 2 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 2 Bedroom apartment unit in Essex, MA is found at Essex Apartment Homes in the Choate Farm neighborhood and is 1,791 square feet priced from $3,375. Vavel Apartments in the East Lynn neighborhood has the second largest 2 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,434 square feet and currently listed start at $3,600. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in Essex:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
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Essex Apartment Homes | Andover Townhome | 1,791 Sq Ft | $3,375 |
Vavel Apartments | A4 | 1,434 Sq Ft | $3,600 |
The Landing at Vinnin Square | M | 1,386 Sq Ft | $3,748 |
River Properties | 201 North RIver | 1,362 Sq Ft | $2,950 |
Bell North Shore | B2D | 1,330 Sq Ft | $3,036 |
Eagle Rock Apartments at Swampscott | B1 | 1,300 Sq Ft | $3,131 |
The Beverly Collection | Block B2E | 2 Bed | 2 Bath | 1,240 Sq Ft | $4,450 |
14 North | Bougainvillea Meadows Den B2HD | 1,197 Sq Ft | $3,218 |
Bradlee Danvers | Two Bedroom B2A5 | 1,144 Sq Ft | $3,081 |
Maple Square Apartments | 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms | 840 Sq Ft | $3,250 |
Cheapest Available Essex and Nearby 2 Bedroom Apartments
As of March 11, 2025 the lowest priced 2 Bedroom apartment unit in Essex, MA is the 3-A8 Model starting from $2,000 at Millwood Apartments in the Parker River Landing neighborhood. The second most affordable Essex 2 Bedroom is the 2 bedroom Model at Bayside Apartments starting at $2,100 in the Plum Island neighborhood. The average price for all 2 Bedroom apartments in Essex is currently $3,520. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 2 Bedroom options in Essex:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
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Millwood Apartments | 3-A8 | $2,000 |
Bayside Apartments | 2 bedroom | $2,100 |
Hannah Village | Two Bedroom | $2,400 |
Folly Hill Meadows | 2Bd 1.5Bt (1000 sq ft) | $2,600 |
Grove Street Landing | 201 | $2,750 |
Bell North Shore | B2A | $2,761 |
Hawthorne Commons | The Salem Common | $2,790 |
Station 101 | 2 Bed A | $2,855 |
Beverly Commons | 2Bed | $2,873 |
Burnham Apartment Homes | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | $2,875 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 2 Bedroom Essex Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Essex with 2 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 2 Bedroom in Essex is at Millwood Apartments listed at $2,000.
How much is the average rent for a 2 Bedroom Essex Apartment?
The average rent for a 2 Bedroom Apartment in Essex is $3,520.
What is the largest available 2 Bedroom Essex Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Essex is a 1,791 square feet unit starting from $3,375 at Essex Apartment Homes.
What is the average size for Essex 2 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 2 Bedroom rental in Essex is currently 1,143 sq ft.
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