1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Portland, ME (287 Rentals)

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Danforth Heights
1 Bedroom Apartments

Danforth Heights

48 Salem StPortland, ME 04102
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Trelawny Building
1 Bedroom Apartments

Trelawny Building

655 Congress StPortland, ME 04101
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Old Port Arms
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Old Port Arms

56 Exchange StPortland, ME 04101
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Bayview Court
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Bayview Court

335 ForestPortland, ME 04101
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The Metropolitan
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The Metropolitan

439 Congress StPortland, ME 04101
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11 Shepley St
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11 Shepley St

11 Shepley StPortland, ME 04101
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West End Place
1 Bedroom Apartments

West End Place

183 Brackett StPortland, ME 04102
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68 Deering St
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68 Deering St

68 Deering StPortland, ME 04101
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271 Spring St
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271 Spring St

271 Spring StPortland, ME 04102
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30-32 Deering St
1 Bedroom Apartments

30-32 Deering St

30-32 Deering StPortland, ME 04101
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409 Cumberland Ave
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409 Cumberland Ave

409 Cumberland AvePortland, ME 04101
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40 Free St
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40 Free St

40 Free StPortland, ME 04101

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Winter Landing
1 Bedroom Apartments

Winter Landing

91 Winter StPortland, ME 04102
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79 Falmouth St
1 Bedroom Apartments

79 Falmouth St

79 Falmouth StPortland, ME 04103
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48 Elmwood St
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48 Elmwood St

48 Elmwood StPortland, ME 04103
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28 Neal St
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28 Neal St

28 Neal StPortland, ME 04102
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75 Federal St
1 Bedroom Apartments

75 Federal St

75 Federal StPortland, ME 04101
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37 Deering St
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37 Deering St

37 Deering StPortland, ME 04101
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28 Revere St
1 Bedroom Apartments

28 Revere St

28 Revere StPortland, ME 04103
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585 Congress St
1 Bedroom Apartments

585 Congress St

585 Congress StPortland, ME 04101
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203 Brackett St
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203 Brackett St

203 Brackett StPortland, ME 04102
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Thomas Heights
1 Bedroom Apartments

Thomas Heights

134 Washington AvePortland, ME 04101

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14 Randall st
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14 Randall st

14 Randall stPortland, ME 04103

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Portland 1 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: September 15, 2025

There are currently 302 available 1 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over Portland, ME that range in price from $1,264 to $3,850. Oakdale, Libbytown and Deering Center are the neighborhoods that currently have the most 1 Bedroom availability. Here is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Portland with the most available 1 Bedroom apartments:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
Oakdale25$2,247$1,264
Libbytown23$2,255$1,533
Deering Center22$2,272$1,264
Back Cove21$2,263$1,264
Riverton21$2,195$1,264
West Portland20$2,303$1,533
Downtown Portland19$2,303$1,533
City Center18$2,352$1,718
Downtown18$2,340$1,718
East Deering17$2,210$1,264

Largest Available Portland 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Portland, ME is found at The Armature in the Downtown Portland neighborhood and is 878 square feet priced from $3,305. Nonesuch River Apartments has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 764 square feet and currently listed start at $2,287. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Portland:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
The Armature1BD + Office Floor Plan B Furnished878 Sq Ft$3,305
Nonesuch River ApartmentsOne Bedroom-1A764 Sq Ft$2,287
Winchester Woods745 Sq Ft$2,125
Apartments at Blue Spruce Farm1 Bedroom 1 Bath BSF738 Sq Ft$2,195
Waterside Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bath Waterside738 Sq Ft$2,195
645 Congress Apartments1 Bedroom700 Sq Ft$2,162
Foreside EstatesThe Audubon690 Sq Ft$2,000
The LindenOne Bedroom430 Sq Ft$1,722

Cheapest Available Portland 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of September 15, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Portland, ME is the Schooner Model starting from $1,264 at The Bellamy in the North Deering neighborhood. The second most affordable Portland 1 Bedroom is the One Bedroom Model at The Linden starting at $1,722 in the Downtown Portland neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Portland is currently $2,274. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Portland:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
The BellamySchooner$1,264
The LindenOne Bedroom$1,722
Redbank VillageThe Kennebunk$1,809
Foreside EstatesThe Audubon$2,000
645 Congress Apartments1 Bedroom$2,162
Summit Terrace at WoodlandSummit$2,175
Apartments at Blue Spruce Farm1 Bedroom 1 Bath BSF$2,195
Waterside Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bath Waterside$2,195

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Portland Overview

Many areas of Maine are quaint or rural. Portland is quite the opposite since a third of Maine’s population lives in the city and its suburbs. With that many people, there’s plenty to do from sporting events to your pick of hundreds of restaurants to enjoy. You’re sure to have numerous options when choosing from the many Portland apartments available.

Why live in Portland, ME?

Portland, Maine is a truly unique coastal city with a rarely-eclipsed heritage. The chances are good that you won’t be at a shortage for employment since the city’s unemployment rate is lower than what is typical for US cities. This’ll allow you to enjoy virtually any restaurant you could imagine with a great pick of fresh-caught seafood. Speaking of the sea, you’ll be able to go fishing, drop by the beach for a walk, or go out on the big water. You’ll also enjoy exploring a host of centuries-old buildings in the city.

Portland, ME
Population: 66,417

Ranked #559

in US Census Population by City

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Getting Around Portland, ME

Walk Score®

77 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

73 / 100

Very Bikeable

Biking is convenient for most trips

Transit Score®

44 / 100

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A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Portland Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Portland with 1 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Portland is at The Bellamy listed at $1,264.

How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Portland Apartment?

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Portland is $2,274.

What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Portland Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Portland is a 878 square feet unit starting from $3,305 at The Armature.

What is the average size for Portland 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Portland is currently 687 sq ft.

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