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Mount Desert, ME Local Guide

Cheapest Available Mount Desert Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Mount Desert, ME is a 1 Bed unit found at Mountain View Apartments priced from $750. Mayo Mill has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,122. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Mount Desert apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Mountain View Apartments1x11BR,1BA$750
Mayo Mill2BR2BR,2BA$1,122
Cedarwoods Apartments2 Bedroom (units 65-88)2BR,1BA$1,375
Tower 991 bed1BR,1BA$2,000

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mount Desert, ME and Nearby

As of June 23, 2025 the best value apartment in the Mount Desert area is the $1.89 price per square foot 87 Cumberland St Model at 87 Cumberland St, Unit APT 1 in the in the Downtown Bangor neighborhood starting from $2,500. The second greatest value Mount Desert apartment is the B112 Model at Mayo Mill starting at $1,675 with a $1.34 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Mount Desert apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
87 Cumberland St, Unit APT 187 Cumberland St3BR,1BA$1.89
Mayo MillB1122BR,1BA$1.34
The Reserve at Orono3 Bedroom, 3 Bath3BR,3BA$0.67
185 Main St, Unit 3rd Floor Studio185 Main StStudio ,1BA$0.92
160 Birch St, Unit Sunny,warm160 Birch St2BR,1.5BA$1.50
38 6th St, Unit 138 6th St3BR,1.5BA$1.39
313 River Rd, Unit 2313 River Rd2BR,1BA$1.91
Cedarwoods Apartments2 Bedroom (units 89-112)2BR,1BA$1.75
Tower 991 bed1BR,1BA$2.67
27 Howard St, Unit Brick/ Green Room + Green Bath27 Howard St1BR,1BA$4.29

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Frequently Asked Questions about Mount Desert

What type of rentals are currently available in Mount Desert?

There are currently 47 Apartments for Rent in Mount Desert, ME with pricing that ranges from $750 to $43,500. There are also 54 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Mount Desert ranging from $1,100 to $34,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Mount Desert?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Mount Desert ranges from $1,100 to $34,500 with an average monthly rent of $3,713.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

Written by: Cheryl Bowman

A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Written by: Marie Brown

You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.

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The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters

Written by: Bobbi Jackson

If you’re looking to relocate right now, a popular solution that may best fit your current rental needs is a short-term lease.