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Highlights
- On-site parking
- Brand-new appliances
- Non-smoking policy
Location
3 Island Ave, Sanford, ME 04073, USA
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Property Overview
3 Island Avenue presents a compelling opportunity for renters, highlighted by Zumper’s expert rating of 8.6 and an impressive price rating of 10, reflecting excellent value for its amenities and location. The property features on-site parking, brand-new appliances, and adheres to a non-smoking policy, contributing to a high standard of living. Additionally, it offers great access to social life and wellness options, with numerous restaurants, event hubs, and parks in close proximity.
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.
Things you’ll love
Elementary school nearby- Images Available
Great for
Social life
Wellness
Floor plans
| 3 Island Avenue - 302 | 3 bed | 1 bath | 850 sqft | $1,875 /mo | Available 11/5/2025 - This wonderful Unfurnished 3rd-floor apartment offers three bedrooms, fresh paint throughout, and brand-new appliances. The space is filled with natural light, creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere. Please note that on-site parking is very limited; however, we do provide ample remote parking for your convenience. Rent includes heat (natural gas, forced hot water), water, sewer, hot water, trash removal, and snow plowing—everything you need for comfortable living. The tenant is responsible only for electricity. This property maintains a strict non-smoking and no-dog policy, other pets will be accepted upon approval with a pet fee. The monthly rent for this exceptional apartment is $1,875. To secure the unit, a non-refundable retainer fee of $2,500 is required. Once the lease is signed, this payment will convert to your security deposit, giving you peace of mind that your funds are fully protected. A completed rental application is required before scheduling a sh |
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Amenities for 3 Island Avenue
Apartment Amenities
| Heat | Hot Water |
| Trash Included | Utilities/Sewer |
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
Application Fee
One-time. Agent application fee.
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REQUIRED FEES
Security Deposit
One-time.
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Building details
Property details
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About 3 Island Avenue
Available 11/5/2025 - This wonderful Unfurnished 3rd-floor apartment offers three bedrooms, fresh paint throughout, and brand-new appliances. The space is filled with natural light, creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere. Please note that on-site parking is very limited; however, we do provide ample remote parking for your convenience. Rent includes heat (natural gas, forced hot water), water, sewer, hot water, trash removal, and snow plowing—everything you need for comfortable living. The tenant is responsible only for electricity. This property maintains a strict non-smoking and no-dog policy, other pets will be accepted upon approval with a pet fee. The monthly rent for this exceptional apartment is $1,875. To secure the unit, a non-refundable retainer fee of $2,500 is required. Once the lease is signed, this payment will convert to your security deposit, giving you peace of mind that your funds are fully protected. A completed rental application is required before scheduling a showing. Please note there is a $36 application/background check fee, which is only due after you've viewed the apartment.
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 GoodWith a solid 8.6 out of 10 overall, 3 Island Avenue is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 3 Island Avenue has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
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.
3 Island Avenue 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.
3 Island Avenue goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including heat. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 3 Island Avenue 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.
3 Island Avenue 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 3 Island Avenue 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.
3 Island Avenue is great for:
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 3 Island Avenue compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Elementary school nearby
- There is an elementary school 0.2 mile away
- Images Available
- There are at least 10 photos of this address
Considerations
- Greater distance from high schools
- The nearest high school is farther than 1 mile away
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Rent trends in Sanford
3-bedroom apartments at 3 Island Avenue cost about 4% less than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in Sanford.
Median rents as of Feb 15 2025.
Sanford
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| February 2025 | $1,175 |
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Can I afford to live at 3 Island Ave?
Bedrooms
3 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$75,000/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $75,000 annually to afford this 3-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,875.
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Schools near 3 Island Avenue
Sanford Pride Elementary School
708 main st
sanford, ME, 4073
PK, K-4Public
C+
Carl J. Lamb School
233 shaws ridge rd
springvale, ME, 4083
PK, K-4Public
C+
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Neighborhood
NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.
Getting around Sanford near 3 Island Ave
Walking
5/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.
Driving
10/10
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 3 Island Ave, Sanford
Groceries
8/10
At least one grocery store within a 15-minute walk
Shopping
3/10
Some shops within walking distance
Cafes
5/10
Some cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
4/10
Some restaurants within walking distance
Primary schools
10/10
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
Few or no bars within walking distance
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