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Highlights
Pet Friendly
- Stainless steel appliances
- One off street parking spot
- Wifi system
- Private separate entry
Location
257 Deering Ave #2, Portland, ME 04103, USA|Oakdale
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Property Overview
This property features modern stainless steel appliances, one off-street parking spot, and a private separate entry, enhancing convenience and comfort. Its location supports a vibrant social life with numerous restaurants and walkable neighborhoods while being close to top-rated schools. Additionally, it is competitively valued, providing significant value for money in the area.
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Things you’ll love
Middle school nearby- Less expensive
- High school nearby
Great for
Social life
Pet owners
Amenities for 257 Deering Ave #2, Oakdale
Building
| Cats OK | Dogs OK |
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Policies and fees
Applicants
Applicants
One-time.
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REQUIRED FEES
Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
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Dog Policy
Allowed
Cat Policy
Allowed
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Building details
Property details
| Lease terms | 12+ months |
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About 257 Deering Ave #2
Available June 1, 2026, Unit 2 at 257 Deering offers a well cared for 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom apartment in a prime Portland location near the USM campus, Deering Oaks Park, downtown, shops, restaurants, and more. This apartment is located above professional offices, so you will not have to worry about noisy neighbors, and it has its own private separate entry. The unit features stainless steel appliances, electric heat, one off street parking spot, and hot water is included. Pets are negotiable. A 12 to 18 month lease is available. We also include a wifi system for qualified applicants. Pets accepted on case by case basis.
Property highlights
We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.How 257 Deering Ave, Portland, ME 04103, USA compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Middle school nearby
- There is a middle school 0.4 mile away
- Less expensive
- The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
- High school nearby
- There is a high school 1 mile away
Address details
| Neighborhood | Oakdale |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 04103 |
| Type | Apartment for rent |
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Rent trends in Oakdale
2-bedroom apartments at 257 Deering Ave #2 cost about 6% more than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Portland.
Median rents as of Mar 28 2026.
Oakdale
Portland
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| April 2024 | $2,279 |
| May 2024 | $2,127 |
| June 2024 | $2,194 |
| July 2024 | $2,165 |
| August 2024 | $2,390 |
| September 2024 | $2,357 |
| October 2024 | $2,168 |
| November 2024 | $2,133 |
| December 2024 | $2,244 |
| January 2025 | $2,250 |
| February 2025 | $2,164 |
| March 2025 | $2,200 |
| April 2025 | $2,141 |
| May 2025 | $2,167 |
| June 2025 | $2,004 |
| July 2025 | $1,944 |
| August 2025 | $2,095 |
| September 2025 | $2,092 |
| October 2025 | $2,083 |
| November 2025 | $2,035 |
| December 2025 | $2,251 |
| January 2026 | $2,399 |
| February 2026 | $2,260 |
| March 2026 | $2,256 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| June 2024 | $2,042 |
| July 2024 | $2,125 |
| August 2024 | $2,495 |
| September 2024 | $2,200 |
| October 2024 | $1,916 |
| February 2025 | $2,100 |
| March 2025 | $2,027 |
| April 2025 | $1,863 |
| May 2025 | $1,880 |
| June 2025 | $1,899 |
| July 2025 | $1,865 |
| August 2025 | $1,976 |
| November 2025 | $1,908 |
| December 2025 | $1,944 |
| March 2026 | $1,925 |
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Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Rent history
The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.| Bath | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Last month | $1,975 | 2 bed | 1 bath |
Schools near 257 Deering Ave #2
Ocean Avenue
150 ocean av
portland, ME, 4103
K-5Public
B
C.K. Burns School
135 middle st
saco, ME, 4072
3-5Public
B
Young School
36 tasker st
saco, ME, 4072
K-2Public
B+
Saco Pre-K
5 willey rd
saco, ME, 4072
PKPublic
Governor John Fairfield School
75 beach st
saco, ME, 4072
K-2Public
B+
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Getting around Portland near 257 Deering Ave #2
Walking
6/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.
Driving
8/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.
Cycling
6/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.
Transit
3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.
Points of interest for 257 Deering Ave #2, Portland
Groceries
7/10
At least one supermarket within a 15-minute walk
Shopping
4/10
Some shops within walking distance
Cafes
5/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
7/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk
Primary schools
8/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk
High schools
8/10
At least one high school within a 10-minute walk
Nightlife
4/10
Some bars within walking distance
Other units at this address
257 Deering Ave, Portland, ME
257 Deering Ave Portland, ME
Available - Jun 1, 2026
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2 Beds
1 Bath
$1,975
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