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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Cable/wifi
  • No on-site laundry
  • Limit of two pets
  • Street parking
  • Dedicated parking

Location

53 Myrtle St, Portland, ME 04101, USA|West Bayside
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Management

Shearwater

Leasing office

(207) 200-7532

Property Overview

53-55 Myrtle St. receives a favorable Zumper Expert Rating, highlighting its accessibility to a top-rated high school just 0.1 miles away. Key features include dedicated parking and cable/wifi access, although the property lacks on-site laundry facilities and has a limit of two pets. Street parking is available, making it a practical option for residents.

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

8.4
Very Good
With a solid 8.4 out of 10 overall, 53-55 Myrtle St. is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 53-55 Myrtle 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

  • High school nearby
  • Pet friendly

Great for

  • Eco living
  • Pet owners
  • Work-from-home

Floor plans

2BR/1.0BA2 bed1 bath$2,085 /mo1 unit availableAVAILABLE APRIL 1, 2026! Come home to this beautifully updated 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom apartment on Myrtle Street in the heart of downtown Portland. Located on the second floor, this apartment has been updated from top to bottom, with new floors, paint, and a fully updated kitchen and bathroom. The kitchen boasts new appliances and plenty of storage space, while the bathroom features a modern vanity and shower. You'll love the convenience of having heat included in the rent, so you can stay comfortable all year round. Easy access to local shops, restaurants, and other amenities. Don't miss out on the opportunity to make this your new home. Pets are welcome! There is a refundable pet deposit of $250 per pet with a limit of 2! Included in rent is heat, water/sewer and groundskeeping. Tenants are responsible for electricity, hot water (electric), trash (City of Portland purple trash bags) and wifi/cable. Schedule a tour today!

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Amenities for 53-55 Myrtle St.

Apartment Amenities

Central HeatHeating

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
Water/Sewer

Services

Groundskeeping
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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About 53-55 Myrtle St.

HomeApartments in PortlandWest Bayside 53-55 Myrtle St.

AVAILABLE APRIL 1, 2026! Come home to this beautifully updated 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom apartment on Myrtle Street in the heart of downtown Portland. Located on the second floor, this apartment has been updated from top to bottom, with new floors, paint, and a fully updated kitchen and bathroom. The kitchen boasts new appliances and plenty of storage space, while the bathroom features a modern vanity and shower. You'll love the convenience of having heat included in the rent, so you can stay comfortable all year round. Easy access to local shops, restaurants, and other amenities. Don't miss out on the opportunity to make this your new home. Pets are welcome! There is a refundable pet deposit of $250 per pet with a limit of 2! Included in rent is heat, water/sewer and groundskeeping. Tenants are responsible for electricity, hot water (electric), trash (City of Portland purple trash bags) and wifi/cable. Schedule a tour today!


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 Good
With a solid 8.4 out of 10 overall, 53-55 Myrtle St. is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 53-55 Myrtle 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 53-55 Myrtle 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.
53-55 Myrtle 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, 53-55 Myrtle 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.
53-55 Myrtle 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 53-55 Myrtle 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.

53-55 Myrtle St. is great for:

Eco living

  • 54 parks within a mile
  • You can get around by foot in this area
  • Public transit available nearby
  • On-site recycling or composting options

Pet owners

  • 6 pet hospitals in the area
  • 10 pet supply stores near the property
  • 3 pet grooming services nearby

Work-from-home

  • 6 coworking spaces or cafes within 1 mile
  • 6 internet service provider options nearby
  • Quiet environment with little noise pollution
  • 3 office supply stores within 1 mile

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 53-55 Myrtle St. compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

High school nearby
There is a high school 0.1 mile away
Pet friendly
This property allows pets

Considerations

Greater distance from middle schools
The nearest middle school is farther than 1 mile away
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Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$83,400/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $83,400 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $2,085.
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Schools near 53-55 Myrtle St.

East End Community School

195 north st

portland, ME, 4101

PK, K-5Public
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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Neighborhood

West Bayside | Portland, ME

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

Getting around Portland near 53 Myrtle St

Walking

10/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.

Driving

6/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.

Cycling

6/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Transit

5/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.

Points of interest for 53 Myrtle St, Portland

Groceries

9/10
At least one grocery store within a few minutes' walk

Shopping

6/10
Variety of shops within walking distance

Cafes

6/10
Variety of cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

8/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk

Primary schools

5/10
At least one elementary school within a 20-minute walk

High schools

10/10
At least one high school within a 5-minute walk

Nightlife

7/10
Variety of bars within walking distance

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Trader Joe's
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