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Highlights
- Heat and hot water included
- Street parking
Location
159 Elm St, Biddeford, ME 04005, USA
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Property Overview
159 Elm St offers strong value with an 8.4 expert rating, excellent price and location scores, and a trustworthy property description. Notable features include heat and hot water included plus street parking, and it stands out for pet friendliness with nearby dog parks and pet services.
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- High school nearby
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Great for
Pet owners
Floor plans
| 1BR/1.0BA | 1 bed | 1.5 bath | $1,375 /mo | 1 unit available | ***Email for initial inquiry only. Please tell me a little about yourself, who you'll be living with, and your rental experience. Thanks!*** OFFERING FIRST MONTH FREE 2nd floor, one bedroom apartment for rent located at 159 Elm Street near Downtown Biddeford. This location is a short walk to the center of town where you will find several great restaurants, cafes, shops, bars, and breweries. It's also a short drive to the UNE and beaches. APARTMENT DETAILS: - Kitchen with appliances located off of the living room. - Living room. - Bathroom with full shower/tub. - Bedroom with closet. ADDITIONAL DETAILS: - Street parking. - Coin op laundry on site. - Heat and hot water included (tenant pays electricity). - Cats are allowed with $25 per month pet fee. - No dogs, no exceptions!! TO MOVE IN: - Available Now! - $1375 first month's rent + $1275 security deposit = $2650 cashier check or money order required up front. - MUST be able to commit to a lease through June 30th 2027. - MUST have references and pass a background check; we screen tenants! (Nearby towns: Saco, Old Orchard Beach/OOB, Arundel, Dayton, Kennebunk, Scarborough, South Portland, Portland) | ||
| 3BR/1.5BA | 3 bed | 1.5 bath | $1,950 /mo | 1 unit available | ***Email for initial inquiry only. Please tell me a little about yourself, who you'll be living with, and your rental experience. Thanks!*** 1st floor, three bedroom apartment for rent located at 159 Elm Street in Downtown Biddeford. This location is in the center of town where you will find several great restaurants, cafes, shops, bars, and breweries. It's also a short drive to the UNE and beaches. APARTMENT DETAILS: - Kitchen with appliances and lots of cabinet space. - Large living room. - 1.5 bathrooms. One with a full shower/tub. - Bedrooms with closets. ADDITIONAL DETAILS: - Street parking only. - Coin op laundry on site. - Heat and hot water included (tenant pays electricity). - Cats are allowed with $25 per month pet fee. - No dogs, no exceptions!! TO MOVE IN: - Available July! - $1950 first month's rent + $1850 security deposit = $3800 cashier check or money order required up front. - MUST be able to commit to a one year lease! - MUST have references and pass a background check; we screen tenants! (Nearby towns: Saco, Old Orchard Beach/OOB, Arundel, Dayton, Kennebunk, Scarborough, South Portland, Portland) |
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Amenities for 159 Elm St
Apartment Amenities
| Central Heat | Heating |
Building
| Cats OK | Sewer |
Other
| Cold Water |
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.
Policies and fees
Applicants
Applicants
One-time.
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REQUIRED FEES
Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
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Dog Policy
Not allowed
Cat Policy
Allowed
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Building details
Property details
| Units | 4 |
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About 159 Elm St
***Email for initial inquiry only. Please tell me a little about yourself, who you'll be living with, and your rental experience. Thanks!*** OFFERING FIRST MONTH FREE 2nd floor, one bedroom apartment for rent located at 159 Elm Street near Downtown Biddeford. This location is a short walk to the center of town where you will find several great restaurants, cafes, shops, bars, and breweries. It's also a short drive to the UNE and beaches. APARTMENT DETAILS: - Kitchen with appliances located off of the living room. - Living room. - Bathroom with full shower/tub. - Bedroom with closet. ADDITIONAL DETAILS: - Street parking. - Coin op laundry on site. - Heat and hot water included (tenant pays electricity). - Cats are allowed with $25 per month pet fee. - No dogs, no exceptions!! TO MOVE IN: - Available Now! - $1375 first month's rent + $1275 security deposit = $2650 cashier check or money order required up front. - MUST be able to commit to a lease through June 30th 2027. - MUST have references and pass a background check; we screen tenants! (Nearby towns: Saco, Old Orchard Beach/OOB, Arundel, Dayton, Kennebunk, Scarborough, South Portland, Portland)
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.
8.4
/10
Very GoodWith a solid 8.4 out of 10 overall, 159 Elm St is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 159 Elm St 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.
159 Elm St 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·8A 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.
With multiple in-demand amenities, 159 Elm St is committed to enhancing the renting experience. And while it may have fewer total conveniences and features than similar rentals nearby, it remains a top choice for renters wanting an specific standard of living.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
159 Elm St 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 159 Elm St 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.
159 Elm St 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 159 Elm St compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Less expensive
- The 3-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
- Less expensive
- The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
- High school nearby
- There is a high school 1 mile away
- Images Available
- There are at least 10 photos of this address
Considerations
- Greater distance from middle schools
- The nearest middle school is farther than 1 mile away
- Greater distance from grade schools
- The nearest elementary school is farther than 1 mile away
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Rent trends in Biddeford
1-bedroom apartments here are priced 11% lower than 1-bedrooms in Biddeford.
3-bedroom apartments at 159 Elm St cost about 15% less than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in Biddeford.
Median rents as of Jul 25 2026.
Biddeford
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| September 2024 | $1,175 |
| October 2025 | $1,200 |
| November 2025 | $1,200 |
| May 2026 | $1,295 |
| June 2026 | $1,325 |
| July 2026 | $1,325 |
Affordability calculator
Can I afford to live at 159 Elm St?
Bedrooms
Rent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$55,000/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $55,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $1,375.
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Schools near 159 Elm St
Saco Pre-K
5 willey rd
saco, ME, 4072
PKPublic
Governor John Fairfield School
75 beach st
saco, ME, 4072
K-2Public
B+
C.K. Burns School
135 middle st
saco, ME, 4072
3-5Public
B
John F. Kennedy Memorial School
64 west st
biddeford, ME, 4005
PK, KPublic
B
Young School
36 tasker st
saco, ME, 4072
K-2Public
B+
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Getting around Biddeford near 159 Elm St
Walking
6/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.
Driving
10/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.
Cycling
5/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.
Points of interest for 159 Elm St, Biddeford
Groceries
9/10
Exceptional variety of groceries within a few minutes' walk
Shopping
6/10
Wide variety of shops within a short drive, including some within walking distance
Cafes
9/10
Wide variety of cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
8/10
Wide variety of restaurants within a few minutes’ walk
Primary schools
2/10
At least one elementary school within a 30-minute walk
High schools
6/10
At least one high school within a 15-minute walk
Nightlife
8/10
Wide variety of bars within a few minutes' walk
Explore the area around 159 Elm St
Friends-Cmnty Actn Food Pantry
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Tran's Produce & Grocery Market
129 Elm St
Hannaford
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Shaw's Supermarket
4 Scammon St
Jaky's Market & Deli
328 South St
Suger Ble
5 Washington St
Ramblers Way
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Luscious Curves Boutique
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Rox, Angel
25 Alfred St
Egyptian Cotton T-Shirts
120 Main St
Vickies Veggie Table
299 Main St
Dunkin'
3 Spruce St
Beyond Nutrition
165 Main St
Time & Tide Coffee
35 Main St
Starbucks
360 Alfred St
Batson River Brewing & Distilling-Biddeford
17 Lincoln Street
Adams Street Pub
193 Main St
Champions Sports Bar
15 Thornton St
The Dunn Bar
12 Washington St
Cowbell Biddeford
140 Main St
Reilly's Bakery
232 Main St
New Morning Natural Foods
230 Main St
Beyond Nutrition
165 Main St
Edelweiss Pastry Shop
5 Alfred St
Hanami Cake Design
Williams Court Park
Shevenell Park
Playground
Veterans Memorial Park
Park
Fish & Whistle
299 Main St
Vickies Veggie Table
299 Main St
Layalina
275 Main St
Jonesys Main Street Cafe
273 Main St
Elements
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