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Highlights
Pet Friendly
- Off-street parking spot
- Brand-new stainless steel appliances
Location
257 Deering Ave #1, Portland, ME 04103, USA|Oakdale
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Property Overview
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Things you’ll love
Less expensive- Middle school nearby
Great for
Pet owners
Social life
Amenities for 257 Deering Ave #1, Oakdale
Building
| Cats OK | Dogs OK |
Grounds
| Assigned Parking |
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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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Parking Policy
Assigned Parking
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 #1
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
Lease Terms
Lease Term: 12-month lease
Security Deposit: One month’s rent due at signing
Utilities: Water, sewer and trash included; heat & electricity paid by tenant
Parking: One off-street parking space included
Pets: Considered on a case-by-case basis with landlord approval; $250 non-refundable pet fee
Requirements: Credit and background check requiredProperty 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 #1 compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Less expensive
- The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
- Middle school nearby
- There is a middle school 0.4 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 #1 cost about 0% more than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Portland.
Median rents as of Feb 7 2026.
Oakdale
Portland
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| February 2024 | $1,900 |
| March 2024 | $2,290 |
| April 2024 | $2,322 |
| 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 | $2,337 |
| 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 |
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Can I afford to live at 257 Deering Ave #1?
Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $79,000 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,975.
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Schools near 257 Deering Ave #1
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 #1
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 #1, 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
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