Bedroom count
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Last updated on September 15, 2026
Average rent in
Portland, ME
Average rent in
Last updated on September 15, 2026
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Property type
Key takeaways for renters
Where Portland, ME rent stands today
Portland, ME rent rose 18.9% year over year, with a current median of $2,388/month. Renters today are paying more than last year, reaching the city's peak rent level from recent months without referencing historical peaks or derived dollar changes.
Compared to national trends
Portland runs 25.7% more expensive than the $1,900/month national median, placing it among pricier metros with a limited total rental inventory of 65 units.
Price ranges
Studios in Portland rent for $1,600/month, 1-bedrooms for $1,862/month, 2-bedrooms for $2,595/month, 3-bedrooms for $2,900/month, and 4+ bedrooms for $3,100/month. These figures show the range renters can expect across bedroom sizes.
Neighborhood spotlight
Back Cove rents climbed 87.6% year over year to $2,844/month, contrasting with the citywide rise of 18.9%. Stroudwater saw rents fall 32.7% year over year to $2,659/month, showing divergent neighborhood trends in Portland, ME.
Median rent
Median rent in Portland
$2,387/mo
19%vs previous year
The average rent in Portland is $2,387 per month as of September 2026. This is 26% above the national average rent, or $487 more per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Portland
65
for rent on Zumper.com as of September 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of Portland rentals at each price point
Rent trends in Portland, ME
Average rent prices in Portland have increased by 2% over the last month and have increased by 19% since last year.
Rent trends
Rent prices on this page are calculated on a rolling 30-day basis and updated daily.
Compare rent prices in
Portland, ME
Rent prices in Portland vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Portland is $2,162, whereas a house costs $3,150. 1-bedroom apartments in Portland run $1,787 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $2,520.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $1,600 | 17% | 7% | |
1 bedroom | $1,862 | 1% | No Change | |
2 bedroom | $2,595 |  2% | 5% | |
3 bedroom | $2,900 | 2% | 3% | |
4 bedroom | $3,100 | 13% | 19% |
Listings | ||
|---|---|---|
Deering Center | $2,500 | |
Downtown Portland | $2,325 | |
East Bayside India Street | $2,400 | |
East Deering | $2,425 | |
East End | $2,650 | |
Oakdale | $2,500 | |
Parkside | $2,375 | |
Riverton | $2,450 | |
West Bayside | $2,935 | |
West End | $2,400 |
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $2,162 | 4% | No Change | |
Condos | $2,387 | 6% | No Change | |
Houses | $3,150 | 2% | No Change |
Studio
Average rent
$1,600
Last 30 days
17%
Last year
7%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$1,862
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
No Change
2 bedroom
Average rent
$2,595
Last 30 days
2%
Last year
5%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$2,900
Last 30 days
2%
Last year
3%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$3,100
Last 30 days
13%
Last year
19%
Downtown Portland
Average rent
$2,325
Parkside
Average rent
$2,375
East End
Average rent
$2,650
Oakdale
Average rent
$2,500
Deering Center
Average rent
$2,500
Riverton
Average rent
$2,450
West Bayside
Average rent
$2,935
East Deering
Average rent
$2,425
West End
Average rent
$2,400
East Bayside India Street
Average rent
$2,400
Apartments
Average rent
$2,162
Last 30 days
4%
Condos
Average rent
$2,387
Last 30 days
6%
Houses
Average rent
$3,150
Last 30 days
2%
The table above reflects average rent prices in Portland, ME, broken down by the number of bedrooms, neighborhoods, and property types. The availability of data for each category is dependent on market inventory and will adjust depending on your selected filters.
How does rent in Portland, ME compare to other cities?
Compare median rent prices in Portland and Biddeford by all bedroom counts and property types.
Portland
26%higher than the national median
3%lower than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Portland, ME is 29% higher than the median rent in Biddeford, ME.
Average rent in nearby cities
Explore rent trends in neighboring markets
$1,850
5%$2,150
4%$1,695
18%$2,700
1%$2,400
15%$2,624
1%$1,650
2%$1,950
5%$2,500
10%$2,475
8%$2,375
2%$2,000
31%Cost of living in Portland, ME
Explore the cost of essential expenses, and then use our rent calculator to find out how much rent you can afford.
Expenses accrued by most renters | Average cost compared to national average |
|---|---|
| Goods & Services | 2% higher |
| Groceries | 1% higher |
| Health | 15% higher |
| Housing | 36% higher |
| Transportation | 3% higher |
| Utilities | 20% higher |
Discover rentals in Portland, ME
3d ago
Riverton house for rent in Portland
35 Dibiase St, Portland, ME 04103
3 beds
2 baths
$1,000
House for rent
Available Aug 22
1d ago
121 Dartmouth St, Portland, ME 04103
1–2 beds
1 bath
$1,080–$1,519
Apartment for rent
1d ago
12 Gilman St, Portland, ME 04102
1–2 beds
1 bath
$1,250–$1,800
Apartment for rent
23h ago
1500 Forest Cir, Portland, ME 04103
2 beds
1 bath
$1,650
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Back Cove house for rent in Portland
28 Clifton St, Portland, ME 04101
3 beds
3 baths
$7,850
$6,500
Price drop
House for rent
Available Sep 1
5d+ ago
Downtown Portland townhouse for rent in Portland
387 Commercial St #1, Portland, ME 04101
2 beds
2 baths
$6,000
$5,750
Price drop
House for rent
Available Sep 1
4d ago
36 Spruce St, Portland, ME 04102
2 beds
2 baths
$4,500
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Downtown Portland condo for rent in Portland
383 Commercial St #416, Portland, ME 04101
2 beds
2 baths
$4,000
Condo for rent
Available Sep 1
1d ago
East Deering apartment for rent in Portland
23 Pembroke St #3, Portland, ME 04103
3 beds
1 bath
$3,000
Apartment for rent
Available Sep 10
1d ago
West Bayside condo for rent in Portland
58 Portland St #109, Portland, ME 04101
1 bed
1 bath
$1,650
Condo for rent
Available Sep 13
3d ago
Parkside apartment for rent in Portland
237 High St Apt 3 #Apt 3, Portland, ME 04101
3 beds
1 bath
$2,730
Apartment for rent
4d ago
40 Free St, Portland, ME 04101
1 bed
1 bath
$2,276–$2,430
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
100 Federal St #2, Portland, ME 04101
2 beds
1 bath
$3,000
Apartment for rent
Available Sep 1
5d+ ago
Verified
95 Congress St #NA, Portland, ME 04101
2 beds
1 bath
$3,000
Apartment for rent
Available Sep 1
18h ago
111 Sherman St, Portland, ME 04101
3 beds
2 baths
$2,795
Apartment for rent
23h ago
1500 Forest Cir, Portland, ME 04103
2 beds
1 bath
$1,650
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
95 Congress St #NA, Portland, ME 04101
2 beds
1 bath
$3,000
Apartment for rent
Available Sep 1
2h ago
Downtown Portland condo for rent in Portland
1 bed
0 baths
$2,970
Condo for rent
Available Sep 14
23h ago
1500 Forest Cir, Portland, ME 04103
2 beds
1 bath
$1,650
Apartment for rent
3d ago
Riverton house for rent in Portland
35 Dibiase St, Portland, ME 04103
3 beds
2 baths
$1,000
House for rent
Available Aug 22
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Frequently asked questions for Portland, ME
Quick answers to common questions about the Portland rental market.
How much is rent in Portland?
The average rent in Portland is $2,387 per month as of September 12, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Portland?
Average rent prices in Portland have increased by 2% over the last month and have increased by 19% since last year.
How does Portland rent compare to the national average?
Rent in Portland is 26% above the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $487 more per month.
Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Portland?
The most affordable neighborhoods in Portland are Downtown Portland ($2,325/mo), Parkside ($2,375/mo), and West End ($2,400/mo).
What salary do I need to afford rent in Portland?
To comfortably afford rent in Portland, you'd need to earn approximately $96,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.
When is the best time of year to rent in Portland?
January offers the best rental deals in Portland, with rents running about 11.5% lower than December peak rates. May tends to be the most competitive month with higher demand relative to available inventory.
Methodology
Rent prices are based on Zumper's rental listings from the past 30 days. Median rent is calculated across all available listings and property types on the platform. If you filter the page by bedroom count or property type, the pricing throughout the page will update automatically to reflect that segment of the rental market.
Household and population data come from the U.S. Census Bureau. Cost-of-living data is sourced from the Council for Community and Economic Research's Cost of Living Index (COLI).