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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Quiet neighborhood
  • Spacious bedrooms
  • Closet space
  • Large living area
  • Off street parking
  • Laundry in unit

Location

71 Preble St, South Portland, ME 04106, USA
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Management

BellPort Property Management, LLC

Leasing office

(207) 774-1400

Property Overview

71 Preble St earns a strong overall impression with an 8.3 Zumper Expert Rating, supported by standout marks for price, amenities, and location, plus solid trustworthiness. Its quiet neighborhood, spacious bedrooms, generous closet space, large living area, off-street parking, and in-unit laundry pair well with its pet-friendly setting, making it a well-rounded option for renters.

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.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.6
Very Good
With a solid 8.6 out of 10 overall, 71 Preble St is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 71 Preble 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.

Things you’ll love

  • Central heat
  • Dishwasher

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

3BR/1.0BA3 bed1 bath1,300 sqft$2,695 /mo1 unit availableVIDEO TOUR CAN BE SEEN HERE: https vimeo com 1217329942?share=copy&fl=sv&fe=ci $2,695.00- 3BD/1BA Apartment at 71 Preble St #1, South Portland. Available Now. Located in a quiet neighborhood close to Bug Light Park, Breakwater Marina & Local Coffee Shops. This unit offers a large living area, spacious bedrooms, with lots of closet space. Owner Pays Gas Heat, Hot water, and Stove. Tenant Pays Electricity and WIFI/Cable if desired. Unit available now! Owner Pays: • Gas Heat, Hot water, and Stove • Cold water and Sewer • Lawn and Snow Care Tenant Pays: • Electricity • Cable/Wifi if desired Additional information: • Off Street Parking included (1/2 Spots depending on car size) • Pets considered (Cats $30/mo, 2 Max) Sorry no dogs • Laundry in Unit • 1 year lease required Security Deposit equal to one months rent due at the time of rental offer acceptance. First months rent required before move in, will be pro-rated if starting any day after 1st of month. Renters Insurance 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. Each person over the age of 18 who will be residing in the unit must complete a separate rental 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 71 Preble St

Apartment Amenities

Central HeatHeating
Hot Water

Appliances

DishwasherGas Range
In-Unit LaundryStainless Steel Dishwasher
Stainless Steel Gas Oven/rangeStainless Steel Refrigerator

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
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

Allowed
Limit1

Cat Policy

Allowed
Limit1

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Building details

Property details

Units2

About 71 Preble St

HomeApartments in South Portland 71 Preble St

VIDEO TOUR CAN BE SEEN HERE: https vimeo com 1217329942?share=copy&fl=sv&fe=ci $2,695.00- 3BD/1BA Apartment at 71 Preble St #1, South Portland. Available Now. Located in a quiet neighborhood close to Bug Light Park, Breakwater Marina & Local Coffee Shops. This unit offers a large living area, spacious bedrooms, with lots of closet space. Owner Pays Gas Heat, Hot water, and Stove. Tenant Pays Electricity and WIFI/Cable if desired. Unit available now! Owner Pays: • Gas Heat, Hot water, and Stove • Cold water and Sewer • Lawn and Snow Care Tenant Pays: • Electricity • Cable/Wifi if desired Additional information: • Off Street Parking included (1/2 Spots depending on car size) • Pets considered (Cats $30/mo, 2 Max) Sorry no dogs • Laundry in Unit • 1 year lease required Security Deposit equal to one months rent due at the time of rental offer acceptance. First months rent required before move in, will be pro-rated if starting any day after 1st of month. Renters Insurance 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. Each person over the age of 18 who will be residing in the unit must complete a separate rental 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.**


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 Good
With a solid 8.6 out of 10 overall, 71 Preble St is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 71 Preble 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.
How we rated 71 Preble St
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.
71 Preble 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·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.
71 Preble St goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including pets allowed. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 71 Preble St 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.
71 Preble 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 71 Preble 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.

71 Preble St is great for:

Pet owners

  • 3 pet hospitals in the area
  • 2 pet supply stores near the property

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 71 Preble St compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Central heat
Climate controlled environment
Dishwasher
Dishwasher available in kitchen

Considerations

Greater distance from middle schools
The nearest middle school is farther than 1.1 miles away
Distance from transit
More than 1.7 miles from public transportation
Lacks images
Fewer than 5 photos available for this property

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Rent trends in South Portland

3-bedroom apartments at 71 Preble St cost about 3% less than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in South Portland.

Median rents as of Oct 10 2026.
South Portland
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in South Portland
MonthMedian Rent
October 2024$1,560
November 2024$1,632
December 2024$1,747
January 2025$1,706
February 2025$1,775
March 2025$1,694
April 2025$1,647
May 2025$1,624
June 2025$1,681
July 2025$1,940
August 2025$1,952
September 2025$1,869
October 2025$1,822
November 2025$1,707
December 2025$1,733
January 2026$1,750
February 2026$1,745
March 2026$1,881
April 2026$2,051
May 2026$2,079
June 2026$1,917
July 2026$1,918
August 2026$1,808
September 2026$1,843
October 2026$1,850

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Bedrooms

3 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$107,800/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $107,800 annually to afford this 3-bedrooms monthly rent price of $2,695.
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Schools near 71 Preble St

Dora L. Small Elementary School

87 thompson st

south portland, ME, 4106

K-5Public
B

C.K. Burns School

135 middle st

saco, ME, 4072

3-5Public
B

Saco Pre-K

5 willey rd

saco, ME, 4072

PKPublic

Governor John Fairfield School

75 beach st

saco, ME, 4072

K-2Public
B+

Young School

36 tasker st

saco, ME, 4072

K-2Public
B+
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Neighborhood

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.

Getting around South Portland near 71 Preble St

Walking

3/10
Fewer daily needs are within walking distance (unless you’re up for a challenge).

Driving

8/10
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.

Transit

3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Points of interest for 71 Preble St, South Portland

Groceries

5/10
Variety of groceries within a short drive

Shopping

4/10
Variety of shops within a short drive

Cafes

3/10
Some cafés within a short drive

Restaurants

6/10
Variety of restaurants within a short drive

Primary schools

8/10
At least one elementary school within a 15-minute walk

High schools

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

Nightlife

7/10
Wide variety of bars within a short drive, including some within walking distance

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