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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79 Bramhall St, Unit 2H
$2,062
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79 Bramhall St, Unit 2H

79 Bramhall StPortland, ME 04102
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33 Atlantic St
$2,400
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33 Atlantic St

33 Atlantic 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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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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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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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
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Winter Landing

91 Winter StPortland, ME 04102
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79 Falmouth St
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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
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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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Thomas Heights
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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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38 Veranda St
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38 Veranda St

38 Veranda StPortland, ME 04103

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35 Burnham St
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35 Burnham St

35 Burnham StPortland, ME 04102
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1 Sumner Ct
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1 Sumner Ct

1 Sumner CtPortland, 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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36-38 State St
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36-38 State St

36-38 State StPortland, ME 04101
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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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28 Revere St
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28 Revere St

28 Revere StPortland, ME 04103
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585 Congress St
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585 Congress St

585 Congress StPortland, ME 04101

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Portland 1 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: July 26, 2026

There are currently 194 available 1 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over Portland, ME that range in price from $1,326 to $3,959. 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
Riverton18$2,250$1,326
Libbytown16$2,382$1,326
Oakdale15$2,355$1,326
Back Cove12$2,400$1,326
Downtown12$2,462$1,750
Downtown Portland12$2,435$1,326
Rock Row12$2,195$1,365
Stroudwater12$2,195$1,326
City Center10$2,512$1,750
Deering Center10$2,435$1,326

Largest Available Portland 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Portland, ME is found at Liberty Commons in the South Portland neighborhood and is 810 square feet priced from $2,225. Nonesuch River Apartments has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 764 square feet and currently listed start at $2,370. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Portland:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Liberty CommonsTHE KENNEDY810 Sq Ft$2,225
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
Cumberland Woods Apartments1Bd1BA738 Sq Ft$2,250
Apartments at Blue Spruce Farm1 Bedroom 1 Bath BSF738 Sq Ft$2,195
Autumn Woods Apartments1 Bedroom Autumn Woods738 Sq Ft$2,195
The Armature1BD Floor Plan A1719 Sq Ft$2,887
Latitude at South PortlandA6710 Sq Ft$2,677
The CascoThe Casco - Chebeague Island698 Sq Ft$2,743

Cheapest Available Portland 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of July 26, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Portland, ME is the The Beacon Model starting from $2,000 at Foreside Estates in the North Deering neighborhood. The second most affordable Portland 1 Bedroom is the One Bedroom Model at The Linden starting at $2,000 in the Downtown Portland neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Portland is currently $2,314. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Portland:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Foreside EstatesThe Beacon$2,000
The LindenOne Bedroom$2,000
Redbank VillageThe Kennebunk$2,010
Apartments at Blue Spruce Farm1 Bedroom 1 Bath BSF$2,195
Autumn Woods Apartments1 Bedroom Autumn Woods$2,195
Liberty CommonsTHE KENNEDY$2,225
Cumberland Woods Apartments1Bd1BA$2,250

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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 Foreside Estates listed at $2,000.

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

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Portland is $2,314.

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

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Portland is a 810 square feet unit starting from $2,225 at Liberty Commons.

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

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Portland is currently 0 sq ft.

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