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About 55 Chestnut St #1

HomeApartments in South Portland 55 Chestnut St #1, South Portland, ME 04106, USA

55 Chestnut Street, Unit 1 Listed by Hive Property Management Welcome to 55 Chestnut Street, Unit 1 — a bright and spacious 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom first-floor apartment in a convenient South Portland location. Located just minutes from downtown Portland, I-295, local shops and restaurants, and the Greenbelt walking trail, this apartment offers a great combination of space, convenience, and easy access to everything Greater Portland has to offer. Inside, you'll find a comfortable and functional layout with great natural light, hardwood flooring, and classic trim details throughout. The large living area offers plenty of room to relax, entertain, or create a work-from-home setup. The kitchen features ample cabinet and counter space, a full appliance setup, and the added convenience of an in-unit washer and dryer. Both bedrooms are well-sized with plenty of flexibility for bedroom, office, or guest space. The full bathroom is bright and clean with a tub/shower and updated fixtures. Outside, residents have two dedicated off-street parking spaces, and the landlord takes care of both lawn care and snow removal, making year-round living that much easier. Available Date: 11/01/2026 Pets: Owner's Discretion Smoking: No Smoking Heat: Tenant Electric: Tenant Hot Water: Tenant Water: Landlord Sewer: Landlord Trash: Landlord Laundry: Washer/Dryer Snow Removal: Landlord Lawn Care: Landlord Housing Choice Vouchers (Section 8) Welcome Free to apply! Minimum Applicant Criteria: - Combined income must be 2.5x the monthly rent amount - Positive rental history and landlord references preferred - Credit, background, and rental history will be reviewed as part of the application process


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 55 Chestnut St, South Portland, ME 04106, USA compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Less expensive
The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
High school nearby
There is a high school 0.9 miles away
Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.4 miles away
Central heat
Climate controlled environment
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this property
Walk-in closet
More closet space on average

Address details

Zip code04106
TypeApartment for rent

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Rent trends in South Portland

2-bedroom apartments at 55 Chestnut St #1 cost about 5% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in South Portland.

Median rents as of Oct 3 2026.
South Portland
A table of 2-bedroom apartment rental data trends in South Portland
MonthMedian Rent
October 2024$1,711
November 2024$1,730
December 2024$1,966
January 2025$2,218
February 2025$2,268
March 2025$2,448
April 2025$2,745
May 2025$2,486
June 2025$2,650
July 2025$2,316
August 2025$2,297
September 2025$2,118
October 2025$2,080
November 2025$2,071
December 2025$1,922
January 2026$1,909
February 2026$1,898
March 2026$2,150
April 2026$2,394
May 2026$2,465
June 2026$2,629
July 2026$2,618
August 2026$2,530
September 2026$2,475
October 2026$2,325

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Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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6 months ago$2,5002 bed1 bath

Schools near 55 Chestnut St #1

James Otis Kaler Elementary School

165 south kelsey st

south portland, ME, 4106

PK, K-4Public
C+

C.K. Burns School

135 middle st

saco, ME, 4072

3-5Public
B

Saco Pre-K

5 willey rd

saco, ME, 4072

PKPublic

Young School

36 tasker st

saco, ME, 4072

K-2Public
B+

Governor John Fairfield School

75 beach st

saco, ME, 4072

K-2Public
B+
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Getting around South Portland near 55 Chestnut St #1

Walking

5/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

9/10
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 55 Chestnut St #1, South Portland

Groceries

3/10
At least one supermarket within a 30-minute walk

Shopping

3/10
Some shops within walking distance

Cafes

3/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

5/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Primary schools

9/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk

High schools

4/10
At least one high school within a 30-minute walk

Nightlife

3/10
Some bars within walking distance

Other units at this address

55 Chestnut St South Portland, ME

Occupied

2

2 Beds

1 Bath

$2,200

Days on market: 127
55 Chestnut Street, Unit #2, South Portland, ME 04106 Listed and Managed by Hive Property Management Welcome to 55 Chestnut Street, Unit #2 - a bright and well-maintained 2-bedroom, 1-bath apartment in a prime South Portland location just minutes from downtown Portland, I-295, and the Greenbelt walking trail. This second-floor unit offers a spacious and functional layout with great natural light throughout. The large living area provides flexibility for both relaxing and entertaining, while the kitchen features ample cabinet space, a full appliance setup, and an in-unit washer and dryer for added convenience. Both bedrooms are well-sized, and the primary bedroom includes a generously sized walk-in closet with excellent storage. The bathroom is bright and clean with a full tub and updated fixtures. Hardwood flooring, classic trim details, and an open, comfortable layout give the home both character and practicality. Two dedicated off-street parking spaces are included, along with lawn care and snow removal - a rare convenience for this location and a major benefit for easy, low-maintenance living. Available Date: 6/1/2026 Pets: Owner's Discretion Smoking: No Smoking Heat: Tenant Electric: Tenant Hot Water: Tenant Water: Landlord Sewer: Landlord Trash: Tenant Laundry: Yes, Washer/Dryer Combo Snow Removal: Landlord Lawn Care: Landlord Housing Choice Vouchers (Section 8) Welcome Free to apply! Minimum Applicant Criteria: - Combined income must be 2.5x the monthly rent amount - Applicants must have no criminal convictions in the past 7 years - Applicants must have no eviction history

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