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1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 634 Sq Ft
Starting at $6,600/mo
| 1 available unit | Price | Sq ft | Available | Open unit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0603 | $6,600 | 634 | Oct 15 |
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$6,600 – $9,300/mo
As of October 13, 2026, The Essex in New York, NY has 7 apartments for rent from $6,600 to $9,300/mo. One-bedrooms start at $6,600, two-bedrooms at $7,782, and three-bedrooms at $8,755. The average asking rent has risen 9% since April 29, 2026, from $7,500 to $8,171.
4 floor plans · 7 available units · Prices checked October 13, 2026
1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 634 Sq Ft
Starting at $6,600/mo
| 1 available unit | Price | Sq ft | Available | Open unit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0603 | $6,600 | 634 | Oct 15 |
2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 894 – 907 Sq Ft
Starting at $7,782/mo
3 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 1,095 Sq Ft
Starting at $8,755/mo
| 1 available unit | Price | Sq ft | Available | Open unit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1109 | $8,755 | 1,095 | Oct 6 |
3 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 1,104 Sq Ft
Starting at $9,300/mo
| 1 available unit | Price | Sq ft | Available | Open unit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1809 | $9,300 | 1,104 | Oct 31 |
See all 31 units listed at The Essex, including ones no longer available.
Over the past year, the average asking rent at The Essex has ranged from $5,525 to $9,139. The current average is $8,171, up $671 (9%) from $7,500 at the start.
| Month | Average asking rent | Lowest – highest | Units listed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 2026 | $7,935 | $6,600 – $9,300 | 7 |
| Sep 2026 | $7,513 | $5,750 – $8,350 | 6 |
| Aug 2026 | $8,031 | $5,750 – $9,700 | 8 |
| Jul 2026 | $8,193 | $5,000 – $9,849 | 6 |
| Jun 2026 | $8,770 | $5,000 – $9,849 | 7 |
| May 2026 | $6,816 | $5,050 – $9,849 | 7 |
| Apr 2026 | $7,500 | $5,700 – $9,200 | 4 |
Rent
$6,600 – $9,300/moEarliest move-in
Oct 6Community Amenity Fee | $75/mo |
Late Fee | $50/mo |
Pet Fee | $35/mo |
Application Fee | $20 |
The all-in monthly cost by apartment size, and how the rent compares across the New York area.
$7,120/mo
$520/mo above the advertised rent
Rent
$6,600
Community Amenity Fee
$75
Late Fee
$50
Pet Fee
$35
Electric, gas, water
$219
Internet
$95
Renters insurance
$14
Laundry
$32
All-in monthly
$7,120
| Size | Rent from | All-in monthly | Income to qualify |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 bedroom | $6,600 | $7,120 | $264,000/yr |
| 2 bedrooms | $7,782 | $8,404 | $311,280/yr |
| 3 bedrooms | $8,755 | $9,512 | $350,200/yr |
Landlords here commonly look for a yearly income of 40 times the monthly rent, about $264,000 for the $6,600 one-bedroom. The median renter household in New York earns $64,129 a year.
The median two-bedroom at The Essex asks $8,000 a month, 233% above the New York area's typical two-bedroom asking rent of $2,401. Typical asking rents across the area are up 1.5% from a year earlier.
| Size | Median asking rent here | New York-area asking rent | New York rent paid |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 bedroom | $6,600 | $2,145 | $1,742 |
| 2 bedrooms | $8,000 | $2,401 | $1,827 |
| 3 bedrooms | $9,028 | — | $2,123 |
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125 Delancey St, New York, NY, 10002
Residents consistently praise the Essex for its attentive, professional staff across all roles—concierge, maintenance, porters, and security—who respond quickly to requests and create a welcoming environment. The building is well-maintained, clean, and safe, with excellent amenities and a desirable location with city views. One resident noted a minor wish for elevator paneling updates, but overall satisfaction is exceptionally high across service, condition, and community experience.
Management and staff consistently receive praise for responsiveness, professionalism, and attentiveness to resident needs. Service requests and repairs are handled in a timely manner, and the concierge and maintenance teams are noted for being friendly and helpful. The office staff and building team work together to maintain a clean, well-kept property and create a welcoming environment for residents.
Residents consistently praise the building's excellent physical condition, cleanliness, and maintenance standards. The property is well-maintained with responsive repair service and attentive upkeep of common areas and hallways. One review noted a minor aesthetic consideration regarding elevator paneling updates, though this did not detract from overall satisfaction with the building's quality and condition.
Maintenance requests are resolved promptly and efficiently at this property. Staff members are consistently described as responsive, attentive, and professional in addressing repair issues and work orders. The building is well-maintained overall, with repairs handled in a timely manner.
Residents consistently praise the property's well-maintained common areas, amenities, and shared spaces. Staff responsiveness to maintenance requests and package handling are highlighted as reliable. The building is noted for cleanliness and upkeep throughout hallways and community areas.
Residents highlight the property's excellent location with strong transit access and overall convenience. The area offers good transport links and accessibility to nearby amenities. The building layout contributes positively to the location experience with a thoughtful unit distribution per floor.
Very Walkable
Excellent Transit
Very Bikeable
Building
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195| School | Type | Level | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
Urban Assembly Academy Of Government And Law Public · High | Public | High | 0.1 mi |
Lower Manhattan Arts Academy Public · High | Public | High | 0.1 mi |
Essex Street Academy Public · High | Public | High | 0.1 mi |
High School For Dual Language And Asian Studies Public · High | Public | High | 0.1 mi |
New Design High School Public · High | Public | High | 0.1 mi |
Lower East Side Preparatory High School Public · High | Public | High | 0.2 mi |
Community Resources Child Care Center Private · Preschool | Private | Preschool | 0.2 mi |
Pre-School 142 Head Start Private · Preschool | Private | Preschool | 0.2 mi |
Manhattan Charter School Charter · Elementary | Charter | Elementary | 0.2 mi |
Beth Jacob Parochial School Private · Middle | Private | Middle | 0.2 mi |