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  1. Building Photo - 2064 Paperbark Rd
    3 BEDS, 3 BATHS
    $2,800
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    Base Rent$2,800
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$2,800

    2064 Paperbark Rd

    2064 Paperbark Rd, Essex, MD 21221
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  2. Building Photo - 518 Brighton Pl
    3 BEDS, 1.5 BATHS
    $2,300
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,300
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$2,300

    518 Brighton Pl

    518 Brighton Pl, Essex, MD 21221
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  3. 3 BEDS, 1.5 BATHS
    $2,195
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,195
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$2,195

    2242 Graythorn Rd

    2242 Graythorn Rd, Middle River, MD 21220
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  4. 2 BEDS, 2 BATHS
    $2,200
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,200
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$2,200

    300 Long Cove Ln

    300 Long Cove Ln, Essex, MD 21221

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Located on a peninsula between the Middle and Back Rivers in Baltimore County, Essex combines waterfront settings with suburban living. Established in 1909 as a residential area outside Baltimore city limits, this community of over 40,000 residents offers access to the Chesapeake Bay, with Hart-Miller Island State Park providing outdoor recreation opportunities. The average rent for a one-bedroom apartment is approximately $1,019, making it more budget-friendly than many Maryland communities.

Essex features a business district along Eastern Boulevard and the Middlesex Shopping Center. The community is conveniently located near major employers and offers easy access to Baltimore via I-695. Local schools include Essex Elementary, Stemmers Run Middle School, and Kenwood High School, while the Community College of Baltimore County's Essex campus serves the area. Located just 10 miles from downtown Baltimore, Essex combines affordability with accessibility.

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Frequently asked questions about renting in Essex, MD

What are the average rent costs in Essex, MD?

The average rent in Essex, MD is $1,018.

What are the average rent costs of a studio apartment in Essex, MD?

The average rent for a studio apartment in Essex, MD is $759.

What are the average rent costs of a one bedroom apartment in Essex, MD?

The average rent for a 1 bedroom apartment in Essex, MD is $1,018.

What are the average rent costs of a two bedroom apartment in Essex, MD?

The average rent for a 2 bedroom apartment in Essex, MD is $1,199.

What are the average rent costs of a three bedroom apartment in Essex, MD?

The average rent for a 3 bedroom apartment in Essex, MD is $1,692.

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