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266 Danforth St, Portland, ME 04102, USA|West End
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Property Overview
266-268 Danforth Street has no provided details for a Zumper expert rating, pros, great-for audiences, or notable features, so a balanced summary can’t be generated from the available information.
This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings,” “Things you’ll love,” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.
Things you’ll love
Less expensive- More space
- Elementary school nearby
Great for
Work-from-home
Wellness
Social life
Floor plans
| 1BR/1.0BA | 1 bed | 1 bath | 600 sqft | VIRTUAL TOUR FOR THIS UNIT CAN BE FOUND HERE: https vimeo com 786003576 $1,533-1BD/1BA First Floor Apartment on Danforth Street in the West End of Portland, ME!! This Apartment is close to Portland's neighborhood coffee shops and small businesses, as well as a short walk to the Old Port. Easy access to I-295. Owner Pays: •Heat •Hot Water •Cold Water & Sewer Tenant Pays: •Electricity •Cable/Internet Additional Features: •One Off-Street Parking Spot Included •Coin-Op Laundry in Building •Cat Friendly building for additional $30 a month (Sorry no dogs) Security Deposit and First Month’s rent due upon lease signing. Renter's Insurance Policy Required throughout tenancy. A video walkthrough of this unit is linked at the top of the listing. Showings are available by appointment only M-F 8:30am-4pm to qualified and approved applicants who have submitted a complete rental application. Unit must be viewed in person or by proxy prior to offer being made. Please read the FULL description of the Property and Unit and the requirements needed for approval. All Rental Application(s) must be submitted electronically by click the "APPLY NOW" button in the listing. Before applying online make sure you have the following documents ready to upload & submit: • Proof Of Income • Photo I.D. • Pet Photos & Up-to-Date Vaccination Records The following minimum requirements must be met in order to qualify for this unit: • 2 years or more of positive rental history • Credit score of 680 or higher • No Criminal History • No Bankruptcy • Proof of income that you make 2.5 times the monthly rent (For example-If the unit is $1,000/month you must show that you make $2,500/month). | ||
| 3BR/1.0BA | 3 bed | 1 bath | VIDEO TOUR: https vimeo com 1107456463 $1,912- 3BD/1BA Apartment in the West End neighborhood of Portland, ME. Available 8/9!! This is a 3rd floor unit with a small balcony for tenant use. Enjoy all of what the historic West End neighborhood has to offer. Coffee shops, neighborhood restaurants, and more all just a short walk away! The owner pays for Heat, Hot Water, Cold Water and Sewer. Tenant is responsible for Electricity, Gas Stove and Cable/Internet if desired. This unit has two Off-Street Parking Spots available for an additional $100 a month each. There is Coin-Op Laundry for Tenant use. This is a cat friendly building for responsible pet owners with an additional monthly pet rent of $30/cat Security Deposit equal to one month’s rent due at the time of rental offer acceptance. First Month’s Rent due on Lease start date and will be prorated if tenant moves in on any day other than the 1st of the month. One year Lease Term required. Renter's Insurance Policy Required throughout tenancy. A video walkthrough of this unit can be seen at the link provided at the top of this listing. Showings will be scheduled for well qualified applicants with approval and proper notice provided. If offered the unit, it must be seen in person or by proxy prior to move in. Please read the FULL description of the Property and Unit and the requirements needed for approval. All Rental Application(s) must be submitted electronically by clicking the "APPLY NOW" button in the listing. Each person over the age of 18 who will be residing in the unit must complete a SEPARATE online application. Before applying online make sure you have the following documents ready to upload & submit: • Proof Of Income • Photo I.D. • Pet Photos & Up-to-Date Vaccination Records The following minimum requirements must be met in order to qualify for this unit: • 2 years or more of positive rental history • Credit score of 680 or higher • No Criminal History • No Bankruptcy • Proof of income that you make 2.5 times the monthly rent (For example-If the unit is $1,000/month you must show that you make $2,500/month). **If you have never rented, have poor or no established credit, or you do not meet the income requirements, a co-signer may be accepted.** |
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Amenities for 266-268 Danforth Street
Apartment Amenities
| Central Heat | Heating |
Building
| Coin Op Laundry | Onsite Laundry |
| Sewer |
Grounds
| Off-Street Parking |
Other
| Cold Water |
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About 266-268 Danforth Street
VIRTUAL TOUR FOR THIS UNIT CAN BE FOUND HERE: https vimeo com 786003576 $1,533-1BD/1BA First Floor Apartment on Danforth Street in the West End of Portland, ME!! This Apartment is close to Portland's neighborhood coffee shops and small businesses, as well as a short walk to the Old Port. Easy access to I-295. Owner Pays: •Heat •Hot Water •Cold Water & Sewer Tenant Pays: •Electricity •Cable/Internet Additional Features: •One Off-Street Parking Spot Included •Coin-Op Laundry in Building •Cat Friendly building for additional $30 a month (Sorry no dogs) Security Deposit and First Month’s rent due upon lease signing. Renter's Insurance Policy Required throughout tenancy. A video walkthrough of this unit is linked at the top of the listing. Showings are available by appointment only M-F 8:30am-4pm to qualified and approved applicants who have submitted a complete rental application. Unit must be viewed in person or by proxy prior to offer being made. Please read the FULL description of the Property and Unit and the requirements needed for approval. All Rental Application(s) must be submitted electronically by click the "APPLY NOW" button in the listing. Before applying online make sure you have the following documents ready to upload & submit: • Proof Of Income • Photo I.D. • Pet Photos & Up-to-Date Vaccination Records The following minimum requirements must be met in order to qualify for this unit: • 2 years or more of positive rental history • Credit score of 680 or higher • No Criminal History • No Bankruptcy • Proof of income that you make 2.5 times the monthly rent (For example-If the unit is $1,000/month you must show that you make $2,500/month).
Zumper Expert Rating
Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.6
/10
Very GoodWith a solid 8.6 out of 10 overall, 266-268 Danforth Street is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 266-268 Danforth Street has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
Price·10A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
266-268 Danforth Street offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
Amenities·9A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
266-268 Danforth Street goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including coin op laundry. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 266-268 Danforth Street receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
266-268 Danforth Street is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While 266-268 Danforth Street does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·8A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.
266-268 Danforth Street is great for:
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 266-268 Danforth Street compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Less expensive
- The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
- More space
- The 1-bedroom is 600 sqft larger than other listings nearby
- Elementary school nearby
- There is an elementary school 0.3 mile away
Considerations
- Greater distance from high schools
- The nearest high school is farther than 1 mile away
- Greater distance from middle schools
- The nearest middle school is farther than 1 mile away
- Lacks images
- Fewer than 10 photos available for this location
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Rent trends in West End
Median rents as of Sep 26 2026.
West End
Portland
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| October 2024 | $1,714 |
| November 2024 | $1,738 |
| December 2024 | $1,673 |
| January 2025 | $1,695 |
| February 2025 | $1,778 |
| March 2025 | $1,816 |
| April 2025 | $1,809 |
| May 2025 | $1,711 |
| June 2025 | $1,939 |
| July 2025 | $1,938 |
| August 2025 | $1,778 |
| September 2025 | $1,745 |
| October 2025 | $1,744 |
| November 2025 | $1,707 |
| December 2025 | $1,756 |
| January 2026 | $1,707 |
| February 2026 | $1,652 |
| March 2026 | $1,889 |
| April 2026 | $1,951 |
| May 2026 | $1,879 |
| June 2026 | $1,831 |
| July 2026 | $1,750 |
| August 2026 | $1,819 |
| September 2026 | $1,857 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| November 2024 | $2,100 |
| December 2024 | $2,100 |
| February 2025 | $2,097 |
| March 2025 | $2,051 |
| April 2025 | $1,985 |
| June 2025 | $2,033 |
| July 2025 | $2,180 |
| August 2025 | $2,150 |
| October 2025 | $1,695 |
| November 2025 | $1,767 |
| December 2025 | $1,785 |
| January 2026 | $1,658 |
| February 2026 | $1,500 |
| March 2026 | $2,083 |
| April 2026 | $2,064 |
| May 2026 | $1,956 |
| July 2026 | $1,668 |
| August 2026 | $1,724 |
| September 2026 | $1,863 |
Schools near 266-268 Danforth Street
Howard C. Reiche Community School
166 brackett st
portland, ME, 4102
PK, K-5Public
C+
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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Neighborhood
West End | Portland, ME
Getting around Portland near 266 Danforth St
Walking
8/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.
Driving
7/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.
Cycling
7/10
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 266 Danforth St, Portland
Groceries
8/10
At least one grocery store within a few minutes' walk
Shopping
5/10
Variety of shops within walking distance
Cafes
5/10
Some cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
7/10
Variety of restaurants within walking distance
Primary schools
9/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk
High schools
9/10
At least one high school within a 10-minute walk
Nightlife
5/10
Some bars within walking distance
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