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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 $850. Stillwater Village Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,400. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Mount Desert apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Mountain View Apartments1x11BR,1BA$850
Stillwater Village Apartments1x1 6501BR,1BA$1,400
Cedarwoods Apartments2 Bedroom (units 65-88)2BR,1BA$1,400

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

As of July 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Mount Desert area is the $1.54 price per square foot 46 Dillingham St Model at 46 Dillingham St, Unit 46 Dillingham in the in the Downtown Bangor neighborhood starting from $2,150. The second greatest value Mount Desert apartment is the 114 Lebanon Rd Model at 114 Lebanon Rd, Unit 11 starting at $2,200 with a $1.83 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.
46 Dillingham St, Unit 46 Dillingham46 Dillingham St3BR,1BA$1.54
114 Lebanon Rd, Unit 11114 Lebanon Rd2BR,1.5BA$1.83
The Reserve at Orono3 Bedroom, 3 Bath3BR,3BA$0.62
Orchard Trails4x24BR,2BA$0.62
Old County EstatesApartment2BR,1.5BA$1.54
247 Center St, Unit 247 Center St, Apt 2A247 Center St3BR,1BA$1.55
185 School St, Unit 185 School Street185 School St2BR,1.5BA$1.70
313 River Rd313 River Rd2BR,1BA$1.78
Cedarwoods Apartments2 Bedroom (units 65-88)2BR,1BA$1.75
422 State St, Unit A422 State St2BR,1BA$1.93

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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 $689 to $3,000. There are also 33 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Mount Desert ranging from $900 to $2,800.

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 $900 to $2,800 with an average monthly rent of $1,946.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Mount Desert?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Mount Desert range from $1,550 to $2,150, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,100 to $2,600. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,200 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $689.

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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals

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Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention

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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

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Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.