1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Portland, ME (309 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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$2,090

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Jun 13

60 Parris St, Unit 401

60 Parris St
PortlandME04101

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$4,500

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99 Silver St, 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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10 Gilman St
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10 Gilman St

10 Gilman StPortland, ME 04102
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75 Federal St
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75 Federal St

75 Federal StPortland, ME 04101
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48 Elmwood St
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48 Elmwood St

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

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

48 Lafayette StPortland, ME 04101
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Erlang
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Erlang

45 Forest AvePortland, 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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409 Cumberland Ave
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409 Cumberland Ave

409 Cumberland AvePortland, ME 04101
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Hobson's Landing
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Hobson's Landing

383 Commercial StPortland, ME 04101
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Old Port Square
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Old Port Square

45 Union StreetPortland, 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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14 Randall st
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14 Randall st

14 Randall stPortland, ME 04103
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36-38 State St
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36-38 State St

36-38 State StPortland, ME 04101
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68 Deering St
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68 Deering St

68 Deering 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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Portland 1 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: June 11, 2026

There are currently 351 available 1 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over Portland, ME that range in price from $1,300 to $3,577. 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
Riverton32$2,272$1,300
Libbytown25$2,414$1,300
Oakdale25$2,405$1,300
Back Cove24$2,405$1,300
Downtown24$2,425$1,300
Downtown Portland24$2,414$1,300
City Center23$2,435$1,300
Deering Center23$2,414$1,300
West Portland23$2,425$1,300
Rosemont20$2,300$1,300

Largest Available Portland 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Portland, ME is found at Nonesuch River Apartments and is 764 square feet priced from $2,370. Carrier Woods Apartments has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 748 square feet and currently listed start at $2,362. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Portland:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Nonesuch River ApartmentsOne Bedroom-1A764 Sq Ft$2,370
Carrier Woods Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bath Carrier748 Sq Ft$2,362
Foreside EstatesThe Beacon742 Sq Ft$2,000
Apartments at Blue Spruce Farm1 Bedroom 1 Bath BSF738 Sq Ft$2,150
Autumn Woods Apartments1 Bedroom Autumn Woods738 Sq Ft$2,245
Cumberland Woods Apartments1Bd1BA738 Sq Ft$2,195
The Armature1BD Floor Plan A701 Sq Ft$2,907
The LindenOne Bedroom696 Sq Ft$1,850
The CascoThe Casco - Great Diamond Island586 Sq Ft$2,414
645 Congress Apartments1 Bedroom508 Sq Ft$1,520

Cheapest Available Portland 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of June 11, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Portland, ME is the 1 Bedroom Model starting from $1,520 at 645 Congress Apartments in the Downtown Portland neighborhood. The second most affordable Portland 1 Bedroom is the One Bedroom Model at The Linden starting at $1,850 . The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Portland is currently $2,339. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Portland:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
645 Congress Apartments1 Bedroom$1,520
The LindenOne Bedroom$1,850
Foreside EstatesThe Beacon$2,000
Redbank VillageThe Kennebunk$2,105
Apartments at Blue Spruce Farm1 Bedroom 1 Bath BSF$2,150
Cumberland Woods Apartments1Bd1BA$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.

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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 645 Congress Apartments listed at $1,520.

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

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Portland is $2,339.

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

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Portland is a 764 square feet unit starting from $2,370 at Nonesuch River Apartments.

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

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Portland is currently 570 sq ft.

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