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3d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,715
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5d+ ago
West Bayside condo for rent in Portland
In-unit laundry | On-site laundry | Residents lounge
2 beds
2 baths
$3,200
Condo for rent
5d+ ago
East Bayside - India Street apartment for rent in Portland
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Dishwasher
1 bed
1 bath
$3,200
Apartment for rent
2d ago
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269 Commercial Street #5F, Portland, ME 04101
On-site laundry | Balcony | Central heat
1 bed
1 bath
$2,500
Condo for rent
Available Oct 1
8h ago
Verified
2 beds
1 bath
$3,300
Apartment for rent
Available Oct 1
5d+ ago
Verified
2 beds
1 bath
$2,800
Condo for rent
Available Jan 19
6h ago
Oakdale apartment for rent in Portland
1 bed
1 bath
$1,925
Apartment for rent
8h ago
105 Sherman Street, Portland, ME 04101
In-unit laundry | Furnished | On-site laundry
1 bed
1 bath
$2,141
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11h ago
2 beds
1 bath
$2,300
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13h ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,430
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Dishwasher
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In-Unit Laundry
13h ago
Parkside apartment for rent in Portland
2 beds
1 bath
$2,200
Apartment for rent
13h ago
28 Gilman Street, Portland, ME 04102
In-unit laundry | Hardwood floor | High ceilings
2 beds
1 bath
$2,575
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1d ago
2–3 beds
1 bath
$2,495–$2,688
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1d ago
East End apartment for rent in Portland
67 North Street #1stFL, Portland, ME 04101
In-unit laundry | Furnished | Assigned parking
2 beds
1 bath
$3,600
Apartment for rent
Available Dec 1
2d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$2,232
Apartment for rent
2d ago
Studio
1 bath
$2,500
Condo for rent
2d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$1,933
Apartment for rent
2d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$2,800
Apartment for rent
3d ago
Parkside apartment for rent in Portland
1 bed
1 bath
$2,100
$1,900
Price drop
Apartment for rent
Available Jan 31
3d ago
100 100 Forest Park Portland ME 04101, Portland, ME 04102
On-site laundry | Hardwood floor | Walk-in closets
1 bed
1 bath
$1,439–$1,654
Apartment for rent
Available Aug 30
3d ago
Downtown Portland apartment for rent in Portland
Studio
1 bath
$1,400
Apartment for rent
3d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$2,455–$2,555
Apartment for rent
3d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$1,917–$3,100
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3d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$1,544
Apartment for rent
3d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$1,727
Apartment for rent
Available Nov 23
4d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,275
Apartment for rent
4d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,739
Apartment for rent
4d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$1,650
Apartment for rent
4d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$2,200
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
3 Pleasant Avenue, Portland, ME 04103
On-site laundry | Assigned parking | Central heat
Studio
1 bath
$1,936
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Studio–3 beds
1 bath
$1,174–$2,793
Apartment for rent
Available Jun 24
5d+ ago
2–3 beds
1 bath
$1,530–$1,677
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Downtown Portland condo for rent in Portland
1 bed
1 bath
$1,720
Condo for rent
5d+ ago
Libbytown apartment for rent in Portland
2 beds
1 bath
$2,700
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
West Bayside apartment for rent in Portland
101 101 Preble Street, South Portland, Me #501, Portland, ME 04106
On-site laundry | Assigned parking | Elevator
1 bed
1 bath
$1,332
Apartment for rent
Available Nov 13
5d+ ago
West End apartment for rent in Portland
2 beds
1 bath
$2,825
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Riverton apartment for rent in Portland
898 Riverside Street #898, Portland, ME 04103
In-unit laundry | Assigned parking
1 bed
1 bath
$1,700
Apartment for rent
Available Oct 1
5d+ ago
Deering Center apartment for rent in Portland
On-site laundry | Controlled access
2 beds
1 bath
$1,800
Apartment for rent
Available Jan 5
5d+ ago
East Deering house for rent in Portland
3 beds
1 bath
$2,850
House for rent
5d+ ago
East End apartment for rent in Portland
2 beds
0 baths
$3,800
Apartment for rent
Available Dec 1
5d+ ago
West End condo for rent in Portland
287 Spring Street #5, Portland, ME 04102
Furnished | Air conditioning | On-site laundry
1 bed
1 bath
$2,800
Condo for rent
Available Jan 1
5d+ ago
Riverton townhouse for rent in Portland
2 beds
1 bath
$2,650
House for rent
5d+ ago
Parkside apartment for rent in Portland
94 Park Ave #3, Portland, ME 04101
On-site laundry | Hardwood floor
1 bed
1 bath
$1,545
Apartment for rent
Available Dec 5
5d+ ago
Oakdale apartment for rent in Portland
105 Dartmouth St, Portland, ME 04103
Furnished | Assigned parking | Hardwood floor
3 beds
1 bath
$4,000
Apartment for rent
Available Nov 18
5d+ ago
East End apartment for rent in Portland
2 beds
0 baths
$5,595
Apartment for rent
Available Sep 5
5d+ ago
North Deering apartment for rent in Portland
3 beds
0 baths
$3,500
Apartment for rent
Available Nov 1
5d+ ago
Downtown Portland condo for rent in Portland
1 bed
0 baths
$3,250
Condo for rent
Available Sep 11
5d+ ago
Libbytown apartment for rent in Portland
27 Frederic Street #B, Portland, ME 04102
Dishwasher
3 beds
1 bath
$2,650
Apartment for rent
Available Nov 15
5d+ ago
Back Cove apartment for rent in Portland
1 bed
1 bath
$1,900
Apartment for rent
Available Oct 28
5d+ ago
Parkside apartment for rent in Portland
237 High St Apt 4 #Apt 4, Portland, ME 04101
In-unit laundry | On-site laundry | On-site management
3 beds
1 bath
$2,675
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Locals appreciate Portland's vibrant culture and access to various outdoor activities, noting the city's proximity to beaches and parks as a major plus. Many residents enjoy the thriving food scene and art community, which fosters a lively atmosphere. However, some residents express concerns about the rising cost of living, particularly rent prices, which can be a barrier for newcomers. Public transportation is also mentioned as needing improvement, impacting daily commutes for those without cars. Overall, the blend of urban amenities with natural beauty is a defining aspect of life in Portland, ME.
The average rent for a 1-bedroom apartment in Portland, ME is approximately $1,899, while a 2-bedroom apartment averages around $2,169.
Rent prices in Portland, ME have been on the rise, with an overall increase of about 19% recently. Specifically, the average cost of a 1-bedroom increased by 15.9% and 2-bedrooms grew by 17.1%.
December is a good time to look for an apartment in Portland as it has the least demand compared to inventory, potentially offering better deals. Conversely, June is the most competitive month with high demand.
For a vibrant atmosphere, the West End, West Bayside, Downtown Portland, and East Bayside - India Street neighborhoods are excellent choices. These areas offer a lively environment with restaurants, parks, and high walkability.
The Back Cove neighborhood is ideal for budget-conscious renters, with 1-bedroom rents averaging $1,670 per month, which is 8% lower than the city median.
Yes, Portland has a high percentage of pet-friendly apartments, with 88% of listings allowing pets, either with or without restrictions.
About 16% of rental listings in Portland include utilities in the rent.
Zumper’s proprietary rental data fuels our analysis. Rent and market trends, availability, neighborhood popularity, and lifestyle scores are all calculated using real-time and 2024 rental inventory and prices.
Our Lifestyle Categories ("great for eco-living," "great for social life," "great for pet owners," etc.) are determined by set criteria, against which we score each listing and its available features. At the neighborhood level, we calculate the listing count for each category to determine which lifestyles best fit each area.
Zumper, founded in 2012, is North America’s largest privately-owned rental platform, offering over 1 million listings across the U.S. and Canada. Stay informed on the latest trends and shifts in the rental market with our monthly National Rent Report, your go-to resource for key insights into the evolving rental landscape.
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