
Cheap Homes for Rent in Penobscot County, ME from $800 (40 Rentals)
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342 Main St, Unit 342 Main St. Rental

18 Main Rd, Unit 14

18 Main Rd, Unit 8

16 Austin Dr

145 Union St, Unit 7

99-101 Center St. Apt-2, Unit 2

67 Cedar St, Unit 1
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96 Grove St, Unit 3

24 Merrimac St

681 Main Rd N

380 Hammond St, Unit 3

9 Catell St, Unit 5

14 Catell St, Unit Apt #4

57-59 Holyoke Street Apt.-2, Unit 2

67 Pine St, Unit Apt #1
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99-101 Center St. Apt-1, Unit 1

24 Grove St, Unit E

99 Broadway, Unit 10

40 Gilman Falls Ave, Unit 2

26 Austin Dr

147 Main Rd

37 Pheasant Hill Mobile Home Park

58 Dartmouth St, Unit Apt. 2
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699-701 Main St. Apt-2, Unit 2

29 Pheasant Hill Mobile Home Park

171 Riverside Dr, Unit 4

282 6th St

85 Cedar St

202 Main Rd, Unit C

99 Sanford St, Unit B

101 Front St, Unit 3
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35 Main St, Unit 44

27 Pheasant Hill Mobile Home Park

54 Pheasant Hill Mobile Home Park

20 River St

227 Ohio St, Unit 3

101 Main Rd, Unit 3

1337 Hammond St

589 Main St, Unit 2
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Penobscot County, ME Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Penobscot County?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Penobscot County 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,530 | $900 | $10,000+ |
| Penobscot County 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,805 | $1,350 | $2,700 |
| Penobscot County 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,640 | $2,300 | $3,200 |
| Penobscot County 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,500 | $5,500 | $5,500 |
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Cheapest Available Penobscot County Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Penobscot County, ME is a 2 Beds unit found at Cedarwoods Apartments in the Downtown Bangor neighborhood priced from $1,375. 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 Penobscot County apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cedarwoods Apartments | 2 Bedroom (units 9-64) | 2BR,1BA | $1,375 |
| Stillwater Village Apartments | 1x1 650 | 1BR,1BA | $1,400 |
| Triangle Apartments | 1 | 2BR,1BA | $1,500 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Penobscot County, ME
As of August 05, 2026 the best value apartment in the Penobscot County area is the $0.61 price per square foot 16 Grove St Model at 16 Grove St, Unit Nearby Bangor Hospitals in the in the Downtown Bangor neighborhood starting from $1,100. The second greatest value Penobscot County apartment is the 46 Dillingham St Model at 46 Dillingham St, Unit 46 Dillingham starting at $2,300 with a $1.64 price per square foot in the Downtown Bangor neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Penobscot County apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Grove St, Unit Nearby Bangor Hospitals | 16 Grove St | 1BR,1BA | $0.61 |
| 46 Dillingham St, Unit 46 Dillingham | 46 Dillingham St | 3BR,1BA | $1.64 |
| 117 Park St, Unit B | 117 Park St | 3BR,1BA | $1.46 |
| The Reserve at Orono | 3 Bedroom, 3 Bath | 3BR,3BA | $0.62 |
| Old County Estates | Apartment | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.54 |
| 622 Main St, Unit 2 | 622 Main St | 3BR,1BA | $1.70 |
| 186 Center St, Unit 4 | 186 Center St | 2BR,1BA | $1.40 |
| 413 Hammond St, Unit 5 | 413 Hammond St | 2BR,1BA | $1.72 |
| 313 River Rd | 313 River Rd | 2BR,1BA | $1.78 |
| Triangle Apartments | 1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.67 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Penobscot County
What type of rentals are currently available in Penobscot County?
There are currently 187 Apartments for Rent in Penobscot County, ME with pricing that ranges from $759 to $3,000. There are also 112 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Penobscot County ranging from $800 to $34,500.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Penobscot County?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Penobscot County ranges from $800 to $34,500 with an average monthly rent of $2,571.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Penobscot County?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Penobscot County range from $1,550 to $2,400, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,350 to $2,700. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,300 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $759.
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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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals
Written by: Robin Stewart
The idea of affordable housing can be subjective. Every individual is in a different place financially and vocationally. What one may easily afford could be a struggle for someone else.

First Apartment Regrets: Real Renters Share What They'd Do Differently
Written by: Robin Stewart
Hindsight is 20/20. Live and Learn. With age comes wisdom. We’re familiar with all those expressions, and all of them apply to lessons first-time renters learn.

Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It
Written by: Robin Stewart
Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.

Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention
Written by: Robin Stewart
There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.