1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Portland, ME (310 Rentals)

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11 Shepley St
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$1,850 - $2,500
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11 Shepley St

11 Shepley StPortland, ME 04101
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31 Deering St
$1,750 - $2,000
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31 Deering St

31 Deering StPortland, ME 04101
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88 Park St, Unit 32, Unit 32

88 Park St
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99 Silver St, Unit 3-3, Unit 3-3

99 Silver St
PortlandME04101
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25 High St
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25 High St

25 High 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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West End Place
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West End Place

183 Brackett StPortland, ME 04102
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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
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Thomas Heights

134 Washington AvePortland, ME 04101
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75 Federal St
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75 Federal St

75 Federal StPortland, ME 04101
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10 Gilman St
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10 Gilman St

10 Gilman StPortland, ME 04102
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48 Elmwood St
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48 Elmwood St

48 Elmwood StPortland, ME 04103
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271 Spring St
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271 Spring St

271 Spring StPortland, ME 04102

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409 Cumberland Ave
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409 Cumberland Ave

409 Cumberland 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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Old Port Square
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Old Port Square

45 Union StreetPortland, ME 04101
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490 Congress St
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490 Congress St

490 Congress StPortland, ME 04101
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743 Congress St
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743 Congress St

743 Congress StPortland, ME 04102
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Emerson Commons
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Emerson Commons

13 Emerson StPortland, ME 04101
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25 Casco St
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25 Casco St

25 Casco StPortland, ME 04101
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1 Sumner Ct
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1 Sumner Ct

1 Sumner CtPortland, ME 04101
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Winter Landing
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Winter Landing

91 Winter StPortland, ME 04102
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Portland 1 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: April 27, 2026

There are currently 358 available 1 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over Portland, ME that range in price from $1,326 to $3,695. Riverton, Libbytown and Oakdale 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
Riverton30$2,251$1,326
Libbytown27$2,328$1,326
Oakdale26$2,327$1,326
Downtown25$2,407$1,565
Downtown Portland25$2,400$1,326
Back Cove24$2,367$1,326
Deering Center24$2,400$1,326
West Portland24$2,412$1,326
City Center22$2,485$1,565
Rosemont22$2,100$1,326

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 961 square feet priced from $3,695. Island View in the Riverton neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 948 square feet and currently listed start at $2,251. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Portland:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
The Armature1BD + Office Floor Plan C961 Sq Ft$3,695
Island ViewIsland View ADA948 Sq Ft$2,251
Nonesuch River ApartmentsOne Bedroom-1A764 Sq Ft$2,212
Latitude at South PortlandA9749 Sq Ft$2,321
Carrier Woods Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bath Carrier748 Sq Ft$2,362
Foreside EstatesThe Beacon742 Sq Ft$2,300
Apartments at Blue Spruce Farm1 Bedroom 1 Bath BSF738 Sq Ft$2,150
Waterside Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bath Waterside738 Sq Ft$2,150
Autumn Woods Apartments1 Bedroom Autumn Woods738 Sq Ft$2,251
Cumberland Woods Apartments1Bd1BA738 Sq Ft$2,250

Cheapest Available Portland 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of April 27, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Portland, ME is the Studio/Efficiency Model starting from $1,799 at The Linden in the Downtown Portland neighborhood. The second most affordable Portland 1 Bedroom is the 1Bedroom Model at 11 Shepley St starting at $1,850 . The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Portland is currently $2,327. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Portland:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
The LindenStudio/Efficiency$1,799
11 Shepley St1Bedroom$1,850
Redbank VillageThe Kennebunk$2,002
89 Anderson89 Anderson 1BD Plan A$2,130
Waterside Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bath Waterside$2,150

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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.

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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 Linden listed at $1,799.

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

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Portland is $2,327.

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

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Portland is a 961 square feet unit starting from $3,695 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 680 sq ft.

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