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Highlights
- Private trash services
- Two off-street parking spot
Location
853 Main St, South Portland, ME 04106, USA
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Property Overview
Tilton Apartments achieves an impressive Zumper Expert Rating of 8.3, reflecting its strong value and competitive pricing at a 9 out of 10. The property excels with notable features such as private trash services and two off-street parking spots, while its amenities, location, and trustworthiness each earn a commendable rating of 9 or higher. Ideal for those working from home, it provides a quiet environment, utilities included in the rent, and high-speed internet access.
This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Things you’ll love” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.
Things you’ll love
Laundry available on site
Great for
Work-from-home
Floor plans
| 1BR/1.0BA | 1 bed | 1 bath | VIRTUAL TOUR: https vimeo com 1010843056 Small, efficient 1-bedroom in an 18-unit former motel converted to apartments. Prime Main Street location near I-295, the Maine Mall, and plenty of shops, restaurants, and coffee spots. Just 10–12 minutes to Downtown Portland and 15–20 minutes to Old Orchard Beach. Rent Includes: • All utilities, including Electricity, Heat & Hot Water, Gas Stove, Cold Water & Sewer Tenant Pays: • Cable/Internet (optional) Additional Features: • Coin-op laundry machines on-site • Yard and snow care • Private trash services with a dumpster on-site • One 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) | |||
| 2BR/1.5BA | 2 bed | 1.5 bath | 1,200 sqft | $1,995 This is a quiet building located at the Tilton Apartments on Main Street in South Portland. Close to I-295 and the Maine Mall. Owner pays Heat and Hot Water; tenant is responsible for electricity. There is a coin op washer/dryer on site for tenants' convenience. 2 off-street parking spots located next to the building. 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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Amenities for Tilton Apartments
Apartment Amenities
| Central Heat | Heating |
Appliances
| Electric | Gas Range |
| Oven | Oven Range Gas |
| Oven/Range | Range |
| Refrigerator |
Building
| Coin Op Laundry | Onsite Laundry |
| Sewer |
Grounds
| Parking Off Street |
Services
| Snow Removal | Trash Service |
Other
| Cold Water |
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One-time. Refundable.
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Building details
Property details
| Units | 16 |
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About Tilton Apartments
$1,995 This is a quiet building located at the Tilton Apartments on Main Street in South Portland. Close to I-295 and the Maine Mall. Owner pays Heat and Hot Water; tenant is responsible for electricity. There is a coin op washer/dryer on site for tenants' convenience. 2 off-street parking spots located next to the building. 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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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
- Laundry available on site
- Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit
Considerations
- Lacks images
- Fewer than 10 photos available for this location
- No in-unit dishwasher
- Dishwashers aren't available
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Rent trends in South Portland
Median rents as of Jun 13 2026.
South Portland
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| June 2024 | $1,893 |
| July 2024 | $2,009 |
| August 2024 | $2,081 |
| September 2024 | $1,822 |
| October 2024 | $1,550 |
| 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 | $1,945 |
Schools near Tilton Apartments
Waldo T. Skillin Elementary School
180 wescott rd
south portland, ME, 4106
PK, K-4Public
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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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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