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187 Essex St, Bangor, ME 04401, USA
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Property Overview

187 Essex Street earns a strong overall impression with an 8.6/10 Zumper Expert Rating, supported by excellent price, amenities, and location scores. It may appeal to renters who value fitness and wellness, with onsite HVAC, ample natural light, and nearby gyms, yoga centers, and sports facilities; it also offers a non-smoking environment and convenient access to a top-rated elementary school.

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Zumper Expert Rating

8.6
Very Good
With a solid 8.6 out of 10 overall, 187 Essex Street is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 187 Essex Street 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
  • Central heat
  • Walk-in closet

Great for

  • Wellness

Floor plans

2BR/1.0BA2 bed1 bathDiscover this 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom apartment in Bangor, ME, offering big bedrooms and large closets for ample storage. The unit receives lots of natural light throughout, creating a welcoming atmosphere, and includes off-street parking for convenience. Located close to downtown, the property provides easy access to nearby shops and services. This well-lit, spacious layout is a practical choice for those seeking comfortable, centrally located living. Professionally managed by Bangor Home Rentals. Here's some helpful information: • Requirements: Household income minimum between 3-3.5x monthly rent, a credit score of 620 or higher, no eviction filed against you in the last seven years, and no money owed to a past landlord or utility company. Smoking inside or directly outside of the building is strictly prohibited. View full requirements at https bangor-maine com tenants criteria • We are a paperless office, and you must have both an email address and a working cell phone number that can receive texts in order to rent with us. • Questions? Our friendly staff are standing by from 8am to 4pm on weekdays. Reach out by phone at 207-262-0199, or email at info@bangor-maine.com • Bangor Home Rentals is an Equal Housing Opportunity provider.

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Amenities for 187 Essex Street

Apartment Amenities

Big BedroomsCentral Heat
HeatingHot Water
Large ClosetsWalk-in Closet
Washer Hookup

Appliances

In-Unit LaundryRange
RefrigeratorStove

Building

Lots of Natural LightSewer

Grounds

Off-Street Parking

Neighborhood

Close To Downtown
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One-time. Refundable.

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About 187 Essex Street

HomeApartments in Bangor 187 Essex Street

Discover this 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom apartment in Bangor, ME, offering big bedrooms and large closets for ample storage. The unit receives lots of natural light throughout, creating a welcoming atmosphere, and includes off-street parking for convenience. Located close to downtown, the property provides easy access to nearby shops and services. This well-lit, spacious layout is a practical choice for those seeking comfortable, centrally located living. Professionally managed by Bangor Home Rentals. Here's some helpful information: • Requirements: Household income minimum between 3-3.5x monthly rent, a credit score of 620 or higher, no eviction filed against you in the last seven years, and no money owed to a past landlord or utility company. Smoking inside or directly outside of the building is strictly prohibited. View full requirements at https bangor-maine com tenants criteria • We are a paperless office, and you must have both an email address and a working cell phone number that can receive texts in order to rent with us. • Questions? Our friendly staff are standing by from 8am to 4pm on weekdays. Reach out by phone at 207-262-0199, or email at info@bangor-maine.com • Bangor Home Rentals is an Equal Housing Opportunity provider.


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, 187 Essex Street is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 187 Essex Street 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 187 Essex Street
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.
187 Essex Street 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.
187 Essex Street goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including close to downtown. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 187 Essex Street 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.
187 Essex Street 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 187 Essex Street 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.

187 Essex Street is great for:

Wellness

  • Ample windows and natural lighting
  • HVAC systems available onsite
  • 26 gyms or yoga centers nearby
  • 14 sports facilities (like tennis courts) 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 187 Essex Street compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.2 miles away
Central heat
Climate controlled environment
Walk-in closet
More closet space on average

Considerations

Greater distance from high schools
The nearest high school is farther than 1.9 miles away
Lacks images
Fewer than 5 photos available for this property

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Rent trends in Bangor

Median rents as of Oct 17 2026.
Bangor
A table of studio rental data trends in Bangor
MonthMedian Rent
November 2024$732
December 2024$750
January 2025$718
February 2025$692
March 2025$800
April 2025$820
May 2025$925
June 2025$943
July 2025$900
August 2025$907
September 2025$890
October 2025$880
November 2025$894
December 2025$915
January 2026$915
February 2026$930
March 2026$917
April 2026$989
May 2026$1,034
June 2026$1,002
July 2026$959
August 2026$945
September 2026$956
October 2026$930

Schools near 187 Essex Street

Abraham Lincoln School

45 forest ave

bangor, ME, 4401

PK, K-3Public
B-

Mary Snow School

435 broadway

bangor, ME, 4401

4-5Public
B+

Indian Island School

10 wabanaki way

indian island, ME, 4468

K-8Public

Newburgh Elementary School

2220 western ave

newburgh, ME, 4444

PKPublic

Central Community Elementary School

118 main st

corinth, ME, 4427

PK, K-5Public
C
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Getting around Bangor near 187 Essex St

Walking

7/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.

Driving

9/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Cycling

4/10
This is semi-bikeable, but you’ll need another way of getting around.

Points of interest for 187 Essex St, Bangor

Groceries

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

Shopping

5/10
Several shops within walking distance

Cafes

5/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

5/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Primary schools

9/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk

High schools

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

Nightlife

3/10
Some bars within walking distance

Explore the area around 187 Essex St

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Tiller & Rye
20 S Main St
Shaw's Supermarket
353 Main St
Hannaford
653 Broadway

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