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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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Contact

Shawna Morse

HarborLight Property Management, LLC

(207) 716-0711

Property Overview

Contemporary comforts like stainless steel appliances, a private separate entry, one off-street parking spot, and an included Wi‑Fi system combine with strong value for money in the upper tier of the local market. A nearby top-rated middle school and an unusually rich photo set help clarify both quality and surroundings. The lively, walkable neighborhood with diverse residents and 145 restaurants within a mile supports an active social life close to home.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Things you’ll love” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Things you’ll love

  • Middle school nearby
  • Less expensive

Great for

  • Social life

Amenities for 257 Deering Ave #2, Oakdale

Building

Cats OKDogs 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 terms12+ months
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About 257 Deering Ave #2

HomeApartments in PortlandOakdale 257 Deering Ave #2, Portland, ME 04103, USA

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.


Lease Terms
1 Year Lease

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

Considerations

Greater distance from grade schools
The nearest elementary school is farther than 1 mile away

Address details

NeighborhoodOakdale
Zip code04103
TypeApartment 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 May 9 2026.
Oakdale
Portland
A table of 2-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Portland
MonthMedian Rent
May 2024$2,100
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
April 2026$2,407
May 2026$2,480
A table of 2-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Oakdale
MonthMedian 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 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$82,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $82,000 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $2,050.
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Rent history

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Check out the past listing prices for monthly rent at 257 Deering Ave, Portland, ME.
2 months ago$1,9752 bed1 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

Available - Jun 1, 2026

1

2 Beds

1 Bath

$1,975

Listed by Shawna Morse
Days on market: 95
Live in the heart of Portland’s most walkable neighborhood, right on the USM campus and steps from Deering Oaks Park, downtown Portland, restaurants, cafés, and local shops. This well-located 2-bedroom apartment sits above professional office space, meaning no noisy residential neighbors—a rare and highly desirable perk. The apartment features: 2 spacious bedrooms Brand-new stainless steel appliances Electric heat 1 off-street parking spot Pets negotiable Whether you’re a student, professional, or anyone who wants to be close to everything Portland has to offer, this location is hard to beat - walk, bike, or bus anywhere with ease. Unmatched proximity to USM, Deering Oaks, and downtown Message us today to request an application

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