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Highlights

  • All utilities included
  • One off-street parking spot
  • Pets friendly
  • Private trash services
  • Prime main street location

Location

853 Main St, South Portland, ME 04106, USA
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Management

BellPort Property Management, LLC

Leasing office

(207) 774-1400

Property Overview

Tilton Apartments offers exceptional value for money, ranking in the top percentile for pricing in the area. Key features include all utilities included, off-street parking, a pet-friendly policy, private trash services, and a prime location on Main Street. These attributes enhance the overall appeal, making it a standout choice for prospective 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, Tilton Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Tilton Apartments 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

  • Less expensive
  • More space
  • Laundry available on site

Great for

  • Work-from-home

Floor plans

2BR/1.5BA2 bed1.5 bath1,200 sqft$1,740 /mo1 unit available$1,740- 2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bathroom apartment located on the first floor on Main Street in South Portland! Available February! This is a quiet building located at the Tilton Apartments. Close to I-295 and the Maine Mall. Owner pays Heat and Hot Water, Tenant responsible for electricity. There is a coin op washer and dryer on site for tenants convenience. There is 2 off-street parking spots located next to the building. 1st month rent and equal security deposit due at lease signing. 1 year lease required. Owner Pays: • Heat and Hot Water Tenant Pays: • Electricity • Cable/Internet (optional) Additional Features: • Coin-op laundry machines on-site • Yard and snow care • Private trash services with a dumpster on-site • Two off-street parking spot located next to the building • Pets friendly unit $30/month per cat or $50/month per dog (size & breed restrictions apply. Max 2 pets) Lease Terms: • Security deposit equal to one month’s rent due at rental offer acceptance • First month’s rent due at lease start (prorated if not moving in on the 1st) • 1-Year lease term • Renter’s insurance required throughout tenancy Showings are available by appointment only Monday–Friday for qualified and approved applicants who have submitted a complete rental application. The unit must be viewed in person or by proxy prior to an offer being made. How to Apply: Click “APPLY NOW” on the listing to submit your electronic application. Each person 18+ who will live in the unit must complete a separate application and upload: • Proof of income • Photo ID • Pet photos & current vaccination records (if applicable) Application Fee: $50 per applicant, invoiced separately via Square (non-refundable). Qualification Requirements: • Minimum 2 years of positive rental history • Credit score of 680+ • No criminal history or bankruptcy • Monthly income at least 2.5x the rent (e.g., $1,250 rent → $3,125 monthly income)

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Sewer

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Cold Water
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HomeApartments in South Portland Tilton Apartments

$1,740- 2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bathroom apartment located on the first floor on Main Street in South Portland! Available February! This is a quiet building located at the Tilton Apartments. Close to I-295 and the Maine Mall. Owner pays Heat and Hot Water, Tenant responsible for electricity. There is a coin op washer and dryer on site for tenants convenience. There is 2 off-street parking spots located next to the building. 1st month rent and equal security deposit due at lease signing. 1 year lease required. Owner Pays: • Heat and Hot Water Tenant Pays: • Electricity • Cable/Internet (optional) Additional Features: • Coin-op laundry machines on-site • Yard and snow care • Private trash services with a dumpster on-site • Two off-street parking spot located next to the building • Pets friendly unit $30/month per cat or $50/month per dog (size & breed restrictions apply. Max 2 pets) Lease Terms: • Security deposit equal to one month’s rent due at rental offer acceptance • First month’s rent due at lease start (prorated if not moving in on the 1st) • 1-Year lease term • Renter’s insurance required throughout tenancy Showings are available by appointment only Monday–Friday for qualified and approved applicants who have submitted a complete rental application. The unit must be viewed in person or by proxy prior to an offer being made. How to Apply: Click “APPLY NOW” on the listing to submit your electronic application. Each person 18+ who will live in the unit must complete a separate application and upload: • Proof of income • Photo ID • Pet photos & current vaccination records (if applicable) Application Fee: $50 per applicant, invoiced separately via Square (non-refundable). Qualification Requirements: • Minimum 2 years of positive rental history • Credit score of 680+ • No criminal history or bankruptcy • Monthly income at least 2.5x the rent (e.g., $1,250 rent → $3,125 monthly income)


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, Tilton Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Tilton Apartments 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 Tilton Apartments
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.
Tilton Apartments 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.
Tilton Apartments goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including cold water. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, Tilton Apartments 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.
Tilton Apartments 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 Tilton Apartments 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.

Tilton Apartments is great for:

Work-from-home

  • High speed internet is an amenity
  • Utilities included in the rent
  • Quiet environment with little noise pollution

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 Tilton Apartments compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Less expensive
The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
More space
The 2-bedroom is 75 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit

Considerations

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 South Portland

2-bedroom apartments at Tilton Apartments cost about 7% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in South Portland.

Median rents as of Jun 15 2024.
South Portland
A table of studio rental data trends in South Portland
MonthMedian Rent
May 2024$1,865
June 2024$1,865

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Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$69,600/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $69,600 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,740.
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Schools near Tilton Apartments

Waldo T. Skillin Elementary School

180 wescott rd

south portland, ME, 4106

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Getting around South Portland near 853 Main St

Walking

4/10
Fewer daily needs are within walking distance (unless you’re up for a challenge).

Driving

10/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Points of interest for 853 Main St, South Portland

Groceries

8/10
At least one grocery store within a 15-minute walk

Shopping

5/10
Variety of shops within walking distance

Cafes

6/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

4/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

3/10
No elementary schools within a 30-minute walk

High schools

2/10
No high schools within a 30-minute walk

Nightlife

1/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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