
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Essex, MO (13 Rentals)


Carriage House Apartments

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Essex, MO Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Essex?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
---|---|---|---|
Essex Studio Apartments | $750 | $600 | $900 |
Essex 1 Bedroom Apartments | $717 | $625 | $855 |
Essex 2 Bedroom Apartments | $662 | $371 | $1,300 |
Essex 3 Bedroom Apartments | $836 | $344 | $1,525 |
Essex 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,275 | $1,200 | $1,350 |
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Largest Available Essex and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Essex, MO is found at The District at Cape and is 786 square feet priced from $706. Carriage House Apartments has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 750 square feet and currently listed start at $815. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Essex:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
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The District at Cape | Grauel | 786 Sq Ft | $706 |
Carriage House Apartments | One Bedroom Apartment Home with Study | 750 Sq Ft | $815 |
Prairie Grove Affordable Senior Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 580 Sq Ft | Call for Rates |
Silverwood | Custom | 556 Sq Ft | $685 |
Hawks Landing | One Bedroom | 550 Sq Ft | $855 |
Cheapest Available Essex and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments
As of April 26, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Essex, MO is the Dogwood Model starting from $631 at The District at Cape . The second most affordable Essex 1 Bedroom is the Standard Model at Silverwood starting at $640 . The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Essex is currently $717. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Essex:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
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The District at Cape | Dogwood | $631 |
Silverwood | Standard | $640 |
Carriage House Apartments | Top Floor "Vaulted" 1 Bed 1 Bath | $795 |
Hawks Landing | One Bedroom | $855 |
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22 / 100
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Essex Apartments
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Essex Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Essex is $717.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Essex Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Essex is a 786 square feet unit starting from $706 at The District at Cape.
What is the average size for Essex 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Essex is currently 788 sq ft.
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