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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Off-street parking spot
  • Brand-new stainless steel appliances

Location

257 Deering Ave #1, Portland, ME 04103, USA|Oakdale

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Contact

Michael Marquis

HarborLight Property Management, LLC

(207) 245-4688

Property Overview

This property features off-street parking and brand-new stainless steel appliances, enhancing convenience and modern living. Its location encourages an active social life with a vibrant neighborhood, encompassing diverse age groups and easy access to numerous restaurants and services. Additionally, it supports pet-friendly lifestyles with multiple grooming and supply options nearby, contributing to its overall value and appeal in the area.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Things you’ll love” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Things you’ll love

  • Less expensive
  • Middle school nearby

Great for

  • Pet owners
  • Social life

Amenities for 257 Deering Ave #1, Oakdale

Building

Cats OKDogs OK

Grounds

Assigned Parking
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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Parking Policy

Assigned Parking

Dog Policy

Allowed

Cat Policy

Allowed

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Building details

Property details

Lease terms12+ months
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About 257 Deering Ave #1

HomeApartments in PortlandOakdale 257 Deering Ave #1, Portland, ME 04103, USA

Live in the heart of Portland’s most walkable neighborhood, right on the USM campus and steps from Deering Oaks Park, downtown Portland, restaurants, cafés, and local shops. This well-located 2-bedroom apartment sits above professional office space, meaning no noisy residential neighbors—a rare and highly desirable perk. The apartment features: 2 spacious bedrooms Brand-new stainless steel appliances Electric heat 1 off-street parking spot Pets negotiable Whether you’re a student, professional, or anyone who wants to be close to everything Portland has to offer, this location is hard to beat - walk, bike, or bus anywhere with ease. Unmatched proximity to USM, Deering Oaks, and downtown Message us today to request an application


Lease Terms
Lease Term: 12-month lease Security Deposit: One month’s rent due at signing Utilities: Water, sewer and trash included; heat & electricity paid by tenant Parking: One off-street parking space included Pets: Considered on a case-by-case basis with landlord approval; $250 non-refundable pet fee Requirements: Credit and background check required

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 257 Deering Ave #1 compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Less expensive
The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 0.4 mile away

Address details

NeighborhoodOakdale
Zip code04103
TypeApartment for rent

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Rent trends in Oakdale

2-bedroom apartments at 257 Deering Ave #1 cost about 0% more than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Portland.

Median rents as of Feb 14 2026.
Oakdale
Portland
A table of 2-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Portland
MonthMedian Rent
March 2024$2,290
April 2024$2,322
May 2024$2,127
June 2024$2,194
July 2024$2,165
August 2024$2,390
September 2024$2,357
October 2024$2,168
November 2024$2,133
December 2024$2,244
January 2025$2,250
February 2025$2,164
March 2025$2,200
April 2025$2,141
May 2025$2,167
June 2025$2,004
July 2025$1,944
August 2025$2,095
September 2025$2,092
October 2025$2,083
November 2025$2,035
December 2025$2,251
January 2026$2,399
February 2026$2,306
A table of 2-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Oakdale
MonthMedian Rent
June 2024$2,042
July 2024$2,125
August 2024$2,495
September 2024$2,200
October 2024$1,916
February 2025$2,100
March 2025$2,027
April 2025$1,863
May 2025$1,880
June 2025$1,899
July 2025$1,865
August 2025$1,976
November 2025$1,908
December 2025$1,944

Affordability calculator

Can I afford to live at 257 Deering Ave #1?

Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$79,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $79,000 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,975.
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Schools near 257 Deering Ave #1

Ocean Avenue

150 ocean av

portland, ME, 4103

K-5Public
B

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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Getting around Portland near 257 Deering Ave #1

Walking

6/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.

Driving

8/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Cycling

6/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.

Transit

3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Points of interest for 257 Deering Ave #1, Portland

Groceries

7/10
At least one supermarket within a 15-minute walk

Shopping

4/10
Some shops within walking distance

Cafes

5/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

7/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk

Primary schools

8/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk

High schools

8/10
At least one high school within a 10-minute walk

Nightlife

4/10
Some bars within walking distance

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