Bedroom count
Property type
Last updated on October 30, 2026
Average rent in
Portland, ME
Average rent in
Last updated on October 30, 2026
Bedroom count
Property type
Key takeaways for renters
The bottom line
Portland, ME rent rose 19.4% year over year, with a current median of $2,398/month. Renters today are paying $390 more per month on average than last year despite a 4.0% month-over-month decline from the recent peak of $2,500/month in September 2026.
Compared to national trends
Portland runs 26.2% more expensive than the $1,900/month national median, placing it among pricier coastal metros with a small total rental inventory of 84 units.
Rent ranges by bedroom
Studios in Portland sit around $1,422/month, 1-bedrooms around $1,875/month, and 2-bedrooms around $2,550/month, with 3-bedrooms at $2,787/month and 4+ bedrooms at $3,000/month. These bedroom tiers represent the range most renters encounter in the market.
Neighborhood spotlight
Back Cove rents climbed 88.0% year over year to $2,850/month across 17 rentals, while Oakdale rose 60.1% to $2,730/month. These gains far exceed the citywide 19.4% rise, showing strong local demand in these neighborhoods.
Median rent
Median rent in Portland
$2,397/mo
19%vs previous year
The average rent in Portland is $2,397 per month as of October 2026. This is 26% above the national average rent, or $497 more per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Portland
84
for rent on Zumper.com as of October 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of Portland rentals at each price point
Rent trends in Portland, ME
Average rent prices in Portland have decreased by 4% 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 $2,150, whereas a house costs $2,784. 1-bedroom apartments in Portland run $1,826 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $2,427.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $1,422 |  13% | 5% | |
1 bedroom | $1,875 | 5% | 9% | |
2 bedroom | $2,550 | No Change | 19% | |
3 bedroom | $2,787 | No Change | No Change | |
4 bedroom | $3,000 | 13% | No Change |
Listings | ||
|---|---|---|
Back Cove | $2,850 | |
Downtown Portland | $2,237 | |
East Bayside India Street | $2,427 | |
East Deering | $2,723 | |
East End | $2,784 | |
North Deering | $2,400 | |
Oakdale | $2,730 | |
Parkside | $1,801 | |
Valley Street | $2,250 | |
West End | $2,600 |
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $2,150 | 7% | 13% | |
Condos | $2,665 | 2% | 5% | |
Houses | $2,784 | 11% | 6% | |
Rooms | $1,250 | - | - |
Studio
Average rent
$1,422
Last 30 days
13%
Last year
5%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$1,875
Last 30 days
5%
Last year
9%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$2,550
Last year
19%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$2,787
Last year
No Change
4 bedroom
Average rent
$3,000
Last 30 days
13%
Downtown Portland
Average rent
$2,237
Parkside
Average rent
$1,801
East End
Average rent
$2,784
West End
Average rent
$2,600
Valley Street
Average rent
$2,250
East Bayside India Street
Average rent
$2,427
East Deering
Average rent
$2,723
North Deering
Average rent
$2,400
Back Cove
Average rent
$2,850
Oakdale
Average rent
$2,730
Apartments
Average rent
$2,150
Last 30 days
7%
Last year
13%
Condos
Average rent
$2,665
Last 30 days
2%
Last year
5%
Houses
Average rent
$2,784
Last 30 days
11%
Last year
6%
Rooms
Average rent
$1,250
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
5%lower than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Portland, ME is 33% higher than the median rent in Biddeford, ME.
Average rent in nearby cities
Explore rent trends in neighboring markets
$1,797
12%$2,000
$2,200
$2,775
26%$2,300
5%$2,650
$1,825
6%$2,000
18%$2,695
15%$2,275
$2,350
7%$2,375
30%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 | 2% higher |
| Health | 15% higher |
| Housing | 35% higher |
| Transportation | 1% higher |
| Utilities | 22% higher |
Discover rentals in Portland, ME
4d ago
121 Dartmouth St, Portland, ME 04103
1–2 beds
1 bath
$1,080–$1,519
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
1d ago
576 & 578 Washington Ave, Portland, ME 04103
2–3 beds
1 bath
$1,320–$1,629
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
6h ago
12 Gilman St, Portland, ME 04102
1–2 beds
1 bath
$1,648–$1,885
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
4d ago
1500 Forest Cir, Portland, ME 04103
2 beds
1 bath
$1,650
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Back Cove house for rent in Portland
28 Clifton St, Portland, ME 04101
3 beds
3 baths
$6,500
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
Available Oct 1
5d+ ago
Downtown Portland condo for rent in Portland
2 beds
2 baths
$6,300
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Condo for rent
9h ago
36 Spruce St, Portland, ME 04102
2 beds
2 baths
$4,500
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
East Bayside - India Street condo for rent in Portland
2 beds
2.5 baths
$3,860
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Condo for rent
2h ago
40 Free St, Portland, ME 04101
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,995–$3,995
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
12h ago
West End condo for rent in Portland
169 Danforth St, Portland, ME 04102
1 bed
1 bath
$1,530
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Condo for rent
20h ago
17 Winchester Dr, Portland, ME 04103
1–2 beds
1 bath
$1,722–$2,415
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
1d ago
East Deering apartment for rent in Portland
10 Victoria St #3, Portland, ME 04103
2 beds
1 bath
$2,140
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
Available Nov 4
5d+ ago
Verified
2 beds
1 bath
$2,600
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
Available Nov 1
2d ago
111 Sherman St, Portland, ME 04101
1 bed
1 bath
$1,725
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
1d ago
180 Grant St, Portland, ME 04101
1 bed
1 bath
$1,775
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
4d ago
1500 Forest Cir, Portland, ME 04103
2 beds
1 bath
$1,650
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
2 beds
1 bath
$2,600
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
Available Nov 1
2h ago
40 Free St, Portland, ME 04101
2 beds
2 baths
$3,455–$3,995
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
12h ago
West End condo for rent in Portland
169 Danforth St, Portland, ME 04102
1 bed
1 bath
$1,530
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Condo for rent
1d ago
East Deering apartment for rent in Portland
10 Victoria St #3, Portland, ME 04103
2 beds
1 bath
$2,140
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
Available Nov 4
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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 $2,397 per month as of October 24, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Portland?
Average rent prices in Portland have decreased by 4% 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 $497 more per month.
Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Portland?
The most affordable neighborhoods in Portland are Parkside ($1,801/mo), Downtown Portland ($2,237/mo), and Valley Street ($2,250/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).