Essex, MD Rent History
50 months of data, 2022–2026. Source: ZORI (Zillow Observed Rent Index, smoothed seasonally adjusted).
Today (2026-07)
$1,477
1-year change
-26.2%
$-525/mo
Monthly rent trend
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Year-by-year rent in Essex
| Year | Median rent | YoY change | vs 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $1,496/mo | — | 0.0% |
| 2023 | $1,515/mo | +1.3% | +1.3% |
| 2024 | $1,556/mo | +2.7% | +4.0% |
| 2025 | $1,967/mo | +26.4% | +31.5% |
| 2026 | $1,672/mo | -15.0% | +11.8% |
Frequently asked questions
How much has rent in Essex changed since 2022?
Median rent in Essex, MD was $1,496 in 2022-06 and is $1,477 as of 2026-07 — a change of $-19 per month over 4 years.
Is rent in Essex going up or down year over year?
Year over year, median rent in Essex, MD has decreased -26.2% ($-525/mo). Current median: $1,477.