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1d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,550
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5d+ ago
West Bayside condo for rent in Portland
In-unit laundry | Furnished | On-site laundry
2 beds
1 bath
$3,550
Condo for rent
5d+ ago
East Bayside - India Street apartment for rent in Portland
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Dishwasher
1 bed
1 bath
$3,300
$3,200
Price drop
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
West Bayside condo for rent in Portland
In-unit laundry | On-site laundry | Residents lounge
2 beds
2 baths
$3,500
Condo for rent
2h ago
46A Tamarlane, Portland, ME 04103
In-unit laundry | On-site laundry | Balcony
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,516–$2,500
Price drop
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Available Apr 1
4h ago
1 bed
1 bath
$2,455–$2,665
Apartment for rent
4h ago
East End condo for rent in Portland
188 Eastern Promenade #2, Portland, ME 04101
In-unit laundry | Furnished | Air conditioning
1 bed
1 bath
$3,000
Condo for rent
Available Nov 1
19h ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,427
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20h ago
Studio
1 bath
$2,500
Condo for rent
23h ago
Clark Street & Brackett Street, Portland, ME 04102
In-unit laundry | Hardwood floor | Dishwasher
Studio–2 beds
1 bath
$1,600–$1,900
Apartment for rent
On-Site Laundry
Storage
In-Unit Laundry
Dishwasher
1d ago
Studio–3 beds
1 bath
$1,174–$2,793
Apartment for rent
Available Jun 24
1d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,720
Apartment for rent
1d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$1,917–$3,100
Apartment for rent
2d ago
Back Cove apartment for rent in Portland
Studio
1 bath
$1,750
Apartment for rent
Available Sep 29
2d ago
2–3 beds
1 bath
$1,530–$1,677
Apartment for rent
2d ago
West End condo for rent in Portland
1 bed
1 bath
$1,820
Condo for rent
2d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$2,550
Apartment for rent
3d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,695
Apartment for rent
4d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$2,208
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
2 beds
1 bath
$1,650
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
West Bayside apartment for rent in Portland
In-unit laundry | Central heat | Hardwood floor
2 beds
1 bath
$1,775
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
East End condo for rent in Portland
Furnished | Garage parking | Hardwood floor
2 beds
1 bath
$2,800
Condo for rent
Available Nov 1
5d+ ago
2 beds
1 bath
$2,015
Apartment for rent
Available Nov 23
5d+ ago
100 100 Forest Park Portland ME 04101, Portland, ME 04102
On-site laundry | Hardwood floor | Walk-in closets
1 bed
1 bath
$1,654
Apartment for rent
Available Aug 30
5d+ ago
Back Cove apartment for rent in Portland
2 beds
1 bath
$2,100
Apartment for rent
Available Nov 30
5d+ ago
East Deering house for rent in Portland
220 Veranda St #NA, Portland, ME 04103
In-unit laundry | Furnished | Air conditioning
3 beds
2 baths
$4,500
$3,750
Price drop
House for rent
Available Oct 1
5d+ ago
Oakdale apartment for rent in Portland
105 Dartmouth St #3, Portland, ME 04103
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | On-site laundry
1 bed
1 bath
$1,705
Apartment for rent
Available Oct 15
5d+ ago
West End apartment for rent in Portland
2 beds
2 baths
$2,700
Apartment for rent
Available Nov 1
5d+ ago
Downtown Portland condo for rent in Portland
269 Commercial St #5F, Portland, ME 04101
On-site laundry | Balcony | Central heat
1 bed
1 bath
$2,500
Condo for rent
Available Oct 1
5d+ ago
Riverton condo for rent in Portland
17 Jarita Ct, Portland, ME 04103
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking
3 beds
2 baths
$3,600
Condo for rent
Available Nov 1
5d+ ago
Downtown Portland condo for rent in Portland
547 Congress St #3B, Portland, ME 04101
In-unit laundry | On-site laundry | Assigned parking
1 bed
1 bath
$3,600
$3,000
Price drop
Condo for rent
Available Sep 1
5d+ ago
Downtown Portland apartment for rent in Portland
11 Shepley St #03, Portland, ME 04101
Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Hardwood floor
1 bed
1 bath
$1,850
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
East Bayside - India Street apartment for rent in Portland
2 beds
1 bath
$2,200
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Riverton house for rent in Portland
3 beds
2 baths
$2,950
House for rent
5d+ ago
North Deering apartment for rent in Portland
3 beds
0 baths
$3,900
Apartment for rent
Available Sep 10
5d+ ago
Riverton townhouse for rent in Portland
69 Maggie Ln #69, Portland, ME 04103
In-unit laundry | Balcony | Assigned parking
2 beds
1 bath
$3,350
House for rent
Available Sep 3
5d+ ago
Downtown Portland apartment for rent in Portland
11 Shepley St #56, Portland, ME 04101
Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Hardwood floor
1 bed
1 bath
$2,145
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
East End apartment for rent in Portland
2 beds
0 baths
$6,300
Apartment for rent
Available Jul 28
5d+ ago
Downtown Portland condo for rent in Portland
On-site laundry | Storage | Dishwasher
1 bed
0 baths
$2,600
Condo for rent
Available Nov 22
5d+ ago
Riverton apartment for rent in Portland
2 beds
0 baths
$2,900
Apartment for rent
Available Aug 14
5d+ ago
Downtown Portland apartment for rent in Portland
11 Shepley St #58, Portland, ME 04101
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking
1 bed
1 bath
$2,250
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Downtown Portland apartment for rent in Portland
1 bed
1 bath
$2,300
Apartment for rent
1h ago
2 beds
1 bath
$1,995
Apartment for rent
7h ago
3 beds
2 baths
$3,300
Apartment for rent
11h ago
2 beds
1 bath
$2,025
Apartment for rent
1d ago
1–2 beds
1 bath
$1,080–$1,519
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Portland rent data for:
As of today, you'll find 44 apartments for rent in Portland, with a median rent price of $2,022 per month. Portland has seen a 10%—or $252—decrease in median rent price compared to the previous year.Average Rent
$2,022Year Over Year Change
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$252
Rentals available, last 30 days
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The average rent in Portland, ME, for rentals of all sizes and types, is $2,022, which is a 9.96% decrease year-over-year.
The monthly rent for 1-bedroom apartments in Portland, ME is about $1,722. The average rent for 2-bedroom apartments in Portland, ME is $2,020, and studios are about $1,295 per month.
See more Portland, ME rent data on our rent research page.
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432 stevens av
portland, ME, 4103
175 auburn st
portland, ME, 4103
150 ocean av
portland, ME, 4103
69 presumpscot st
portland, ME, 4103
23 orono rd
portland, ME, 4102
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Age Range
0-19
17%
20-34
30%
35-44
14%
45-64
23%
65+
15%
Language
English
88%
Spanish
1%
Indo Euro
4%
Asia Pac
2%
Other
3%
Education
No HS
6%
High School
32%
Bachelor's
39%
Master's
15%
Prof Degree
3%
Doctorate
2%
Household Income
0-25k
20%
25-50k
21%
50-75k
16%
75-100k
12%
100-150k
16%
150k+
12%
Portland locals spend about 19 minutes commuting, and most drive to get to work. The best way to fly in or out of Portland is through Portland International Jetport, 2.11 miles away.
Scores for Portland are calculated based on the proximity to and amount of infrastructure supporting each method of transportation.
The overall cost of living in Portland, ME is 12% higher than the national average, according to the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research. This is calculated by comparing several expenses, including food and basic necessities like energy and healthcare. When it comes to comparing these expenses to the rest of the country, in Portland you can expect groceries to cost more than the national average, and healthcare to cost more. Eggs run about $2.97 per carton, and milk $4.74. Regarding healthcare costs, a doctor’s visit could amount to $190 on average—but this will likely vary depending on several factors, including insurance and medical specialty.
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Groceries | 2% higher |
Utilities | 11% higher |
Transportation | 8% higher |
Health | 13% higher |
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Locals appreciate Portland's vibrant culture and access to various outdoor activities, noting the city's proximity to beaches and parks as a major plus. Many residents enjoy the thriving food scene and art community, which fosters a lively atmosphere. However, some residents express concerns about the rising cost of living, particularly rent prices, which can be a barrier for newcomers. Public transportation is also mentioned as needing improvement, impacting daily commutes for those without cars. Overall, the blend of urban amenities with natural beauty is a defining aspect of life in Portland, ME.
The average rent for a 1-bedroom apartment in Portland, ME is approximately $1,899, while a 2-bedroom apartment averages around $2,169.
Rent prices in Portland, ME have been on the rise, with an overall increase of about 19% recently. Specifically, the average cost of a 1-bedroom increased by 15.9% and 2-bedrooms grew by 17.1%.
December is a good time to look for an apartment in Portland as it has the least demand compared to inventory, potentially offering better deals. Conversely, June is the most competitive month with high demand.
For a vibrant atmosphere, the West End, West Bayside, Downtown Portland, and East Bayside - India Street neighborhoods are excellent choices. These areas offer a lively environment with restaurants, parks, and high walkability.
The Back Cove neighborhood is ideal for budget-conscious renters, with 1-bedroom rents averaging $1,670 per month, which is 8% lower than the city median.
Yes, Portland has a high percentage of pet-friendly apartments, with 88% of listings allowing pets, either with or without restrictions.
About 16% of rental listings in Portland include utilities in the rent.
Zumper’s proprietary rental data fuels our analysis. Rent and market trends, availability, neighborhood popularity, and lifestyle scores are all calculated using real-time and 2024 rental inventory and prices.
Our Lifestyle Categories ("great for eco-living," "great for social life," "great for pet owners," etc.) are determined by set criteria, against which we score each listing and its available features. At the neighborhood level, we calculate the listing count for each category to determine which lifestyles best fit each area.
Zumper, founded in 2012, is North America’s largest privately-owned rental platform, offering over 1 million listings across the U.S. and Canada. Stay informed on the latest trends and shifts in the rental market with our monthly National Rent Report, your go-to resource for key insights into the evolving rental landscape.
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