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Highlights

  • Classic hardwood floors
  • Downtown amenities
  • Charming architectural details

Location

256 Vaughan St, Portland, ME 04102, USA|Parkside
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Management

Gebhardt Property Management

Leasing office

(207) 808-3208

Property Overview

256 Vaughan St offers strong overall value with an 8.7 expert rating, standout ratings for price, amenities, and location, plus classic hardwood floors, downtown access, and charming architectural details. It is also noted as a strong option for work from home, social life, and fitness and wellness, with nearby schools, event spaces, museums, restaurants, gyms, and sports facilities.

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

8.7
Very Good
With a solid 8.7 out of 10 overall, 256 Vaughan St is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Trustworthiness, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 256 Vaughan 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

  • Elementary school nearby
  • Outdoor space

Great for

  • Work-from-home
  • Social life
  • Wellness

Floor plans

1BR/1.0BA1 bed1 bath$2,300 /mo1 unit availableWelcome to your next home in Portland’s historic West End! This bright and character-filled 1-bedroom apartment is located in a beautiful townhouse just steps from Maine Medical Center—perfect for anyone looking to live close to it all. Inside, you’ll find classic hardwood floors, charming architectural details, and plenty of natural light that make the space feel warm and inviting. The layout offers a comfortable flow for both everyday living and relaxing at home. Enjoy living in one of Portland’s most walkable and desirable neighborhoods, with easy access to local restaurants, shops, parks, and downtown amenities. Tenant pays for heat and electricity. Please contact Gebhardt Property Management for more information at ****.

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Amenities for 256 Vaughan St

Appliances

Gas RangeRange
Refrigerator

Building

Onsite Laundry

Grounds

Outdoor SpaceShared Back Yard
Storage

Services

Free Shared Laundry

Other

Cold Water & Sewer
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One-time. Refundable.

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About 256 Vaughan St

HomeApartments in PortlandParkside 256 Vaughan St

Welcome to your next home in Portland’s historic West End! This bright and character-filled 1-bedroom apartment is located in a beautiful townhouse just steps from Maine Medical Center—perfect for anyone looking to live close to it all. Inside, you’ll find classic hardwood floors, charming architectural details, and plenty of natural light that make the space feel warm and inviting. The layout offers a comfortable flow for both everyday living and relaxing at home. Enjoy living in one of Portland’s most walkable and desirable neighborhoods, with easy access to local restaurants, shops, parks, and downtown amenities. Tenant pays for heat and electricity. Please contact Gebhardt Property Management for more information at ****.


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.
8.7
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.7 out of 10 overall, 256 Vaughan St is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Trustworthiness, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 256 Vaughan 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 256 Vaughan St
Price·9A 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.
256 Vaughan St stands out with a remarkable rating of 9/10 for its cost per bedroom compared to other rentals in the area. Considering the excellent balance between price, convenience, and comfort that it provides, residents enjoy a high-quality living experience.
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.
256 Vaughan St goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including cold water & sewer. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 256 Vaughan 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.
256 Vaughan 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·8A 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.
Anyone looking for quality at a great value will find 256 Vaughan St to be an attractive option. Renters can also rely on this rental to provide them with accurate information they need to find the living experience they desire.
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.

256 Vaughan St is great for:

Work-from-home

  • Large windows for natural lighting
  • 4 office supply stores within 1 mile
  • Quiet environment with little noise pollution
  • 5 coworking spaces or cafes within 1 mile

Social life

  • Areas nearby are accessible by walking
  • 239 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
  • 107 museums, art galleries, or cultural centers within 1 mile
  • 41 local event hubs within 1 mile

Wellness

  • Ample windows and natural lighting
  • 24 sports facilities (like tennis courts) nearby
  • HVAC systems available onsite
  • 55 gyms or yoga centers nearby

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 256 Vaughan St compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.4 mile away
Outdoor space
Easy access to the outdoors

Considerations

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Rent trends in Parkside

1-bedroom apartments at 256 Vaughan St cost about 28% more than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Parkside.

Median rents as of Jun 6 2026.
Parkside
Portland
A table of studio rental data trends in Portland
MonthMedian Rent
June 2024$1,174
July 2024$1,227
August 2024$1,333
September 2024$1,497
October 2024$1,371
November 2024$1,250
December 2024$1,205
January 2025$1,309
February 2025$1,450
March 2025$1,409
April 2025$1,449
May 2025$1,491
June 2025$1,411
July 2025$1,475
August 2025$1,511
September 2025$1,477
October 2025$1,585
November 2025$1,543
December 2025$1,482
January 2026$1,427
February 2026$1,425
March 2026$1,665
April 2026$1,341
May 2026$1,552
June 2026$1,737
A table of studio rental data trends in Parkside
MonthMedian Rent
April 2026$1,187

Affordability calculator

Can I afford to live at 256 Vaughan St?

Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$92,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $92,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $2,300.
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Schools near 256 Vaughan St

Howard C. Reiche Community School

166 brackett st

portland, ME, 4102

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

Parkside | Portland, ME

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

Getting around Portland near 256 Vaughan St

Walking

9/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.

Driving

6/10
This area is accessible to thoroughfares and has ample parking options.

Points of interest for 256 Vaughan St, Portland

Groceries

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

Shopping

5/10
Variety of shops within walking distance

Cafes

6/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

7/10
Variety of restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

9/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk

High schools

9/10
At least one high school within a 10-minute walk

Nightlife

4/10
Some bars within walking distance

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