Cheap Homes for Rent in Cumberland County, ME from $1,300 (23 Rentals)

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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

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property at 3 Gordon Pl

$1,800

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$1,800

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$1,800

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Now

3 Gordon Pl, Unit 1

3 Gordon Pl
WindhamME04062

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property at 38 Carriage Lane

$1,921

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$1,921

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$1,921

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

Available Aug 1

38 Carriage Lane, Unit 38B

38 Carriage Lane
PortlandME04103
property at 19 Patrick Way

$1,957

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$1,957

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$1,957

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

Available Aug 1

19 Patrick Way, Unit 19 Patrick

19 Patrick Way
PortlandME04103

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property at 28 Pollard Ave

$2,100

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$2,100

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$2,100

2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Townhome for Rent

Available Jul 15

28 Pollard Ave

BrunswickME04011

Cheapest Available Cumberland County Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Cumberland County, ME is a 1 Bed unit found at 645 Congress Apartments in the Downtown Portland neighborhood priced from $1,520. Haven West has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,583. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Cumberland County apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
645 Congress Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,520
Haven WestHW-A12BR,1BA$1,583
Forest Glen ApartmentsForest Glen2BR,1BA$1,775
The LindenOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,795
Yarmouth Green Apartment Homes1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom A1BR,1BA$1,835

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Cumberland County, ME

As of July 04, 2026 the best value apartment in the Cumberland County area is the $2.50 price per square foot 12 White Birth Ln #24 Model at Birchlane in the in the North Deering neighborhood starting from $3,000. The second greatest value Cumberland County apartment is the The Oak Model at The Residences at Crosstree starting at $2,915 with a $2.50 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Cumberland County apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Birchlane12 White Birth Ln #243BR,2BA$2.50
The Residences at CrosstreeThe Oak2BR,2BA$2.50
523-529 Washington Ave.523-529 Washington Ave. - 523-13BR,1BA$2.48
Foxcroft Apartments, LLCSwift2BR,1.5BA$2.05
Olde English Village ApartmentsTwo Bedroom Executive2BR,1BA$1.99
Forest Glen ApartmentsForest Glen2BR,1BA$2.09
13 South St, Unit 313 South St2BR,1BA$2.50
993 Duck Pond Rd, Unit Apartment 1993 Duck Pond Rd2BR,1BA$2.25
Haven WestHW-A12BR,1BA$2.11
645 Congress Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.18

Frequently Asked Questions about Cumberland County

What type of rentals are currently available in Cumberland County?

There are currently 899 Apartments for Rent in Cumberland County, ME with pricing that ranges from $1,174 to $31,035. There are also 85 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Cumberland County ranging from $1,350 to $24,775.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Cumberland County?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Cumberland County ranges from $1,350 to $24,775 with an average monthly rent of $5,079.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Cumberland County?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Cumberland County range from $1,937 to $28,294, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,200 to $5,475. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,200 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $3,000.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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