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Ellsworth, ME Local Guide

Cheapest Available Ellsworth Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Ellsworth, ME is a 2 Beds unit found at 25 Austin Dr priced from $1,145. Cedarwoods Apartments in the Downtown Bangor neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,325. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Ellsworth apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
25 Austin Dr60 Ft2BR,1BA$1,145
Cedarwoods Apartments2 Bedroom (units 1-8)2BR,1BA$1,325
95 Park Street ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1,650
33 StateStudioStudio,1BA$1,650
Mayo MillB1112BR,1BA$1,670
The BlockRenovated2BR,1BA$1,680
Old County EstatesApartment2BR,1BA$1,695

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Ellsworth, ME and Nearby

As of May 01, 2026 the best value apartment in the Ellsworth area is the $1.15 price per square foot Renovated with Private Patio Model at The Block in the starting from $1,730. The second greatest value Ellsworth apartment is the B111 Model at Mayo Mill starting at $1,670 with a $1.34 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Ellsworth apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The BlockRenovated with Private Patio2BR,1BA$1.15
Mayo MillB1112BR,1BA$1.34
The Reserve at Orono3 Bedroom, 3 Bath3BR,3BA$0.64
Alfond Village2 Bedroom2BR,1.5BA$1.44
Orchard Trails4x24BR,2BA$0.62
167 Wilson St, Unit 167 Wilson St Brewer ME167 Wilson St1BR,1BA$1.50
25 Austin Dr60 Ft2BR,1BA$1.35
95 Park Street ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.94
Cedarwoods Apartments2 Bedroom (units 1-8)2BR,1BA$1.77
33 State1 Bed / 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.43

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Frequently Asked Questions about Ellsworth

What type of rentals are currently available in Ellsworth?

There are currently 41 Apartments for Rent in Ellsworth, ME with pricing that ranges from $689 to $2,750. There are also 68 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Ellsworth ranging from $900 to $3,950.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Ellsworth?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Ellsworth ranges from $900 to $3,950 with an average monthly rent of $2,166.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Ellsworth?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Ellsworth range from $875 to $2,650, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,275 to $3,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,400 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $689.

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