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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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282 Brackett Street, Unit 2
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282 Brackett Street, Unit 2

282 Brackett StreetPortland, ME 04102
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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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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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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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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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Portland 1 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: March 13, 2026

There are currently 653 available 1 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over Portland, ME that range in price from $1,326 to $3,695. Libbytown, Oakdale and Riverton 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
Libbytown50$2,235$1,326
Oakdale49$2,235$1,326
Riverton48$2,251$1,326
Back Cove46$2,240$1,326
Downtown Portland46$2,240$1,326
Deering Center45$2,240$1,326
Downtown45$2,256$1,600
West Portland45$2,272$1,326
Rosemont43$2,125$1,326
City Center42$2,272$1,689

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 $2,975. Liberty Commons in the Stroudwater neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 810 square feet and currently listed start at $2,225. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Portland:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
The Armature1BD + Office Floor Plan B878 Sq Ft$2,975
Liberty CommonsTHE KENNEDY810 Sq Ft$2,225
Nonesuch River ApartmentsOne Bedroom-1A764 Sq Ft$2,072
Foreside EstatesThe Beacon742 Sq Ft$2,100
Apartments at Blue Spruce Farm1 Bedroom 1 Bath BSF738 Sq Ft$2,251
Waterside Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bath Waterside738 Sq Ft$2,251
Autumn Woods Apartments1 Bedroom Autumn Woods738 Sq Ft$2,251
Cumberland Woods Apartments1Bd1BA738 Sq Ft$2,355
Latitude at South PortlandA7729 Sq Ft$2,207
645 Congress Apartments1 Bedroom713 Sq Ft$1,600

Cheapest Available Portland 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of March 13, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Portland, ME is the 1 Bedroom Model starting from $1,600 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 $1,755 . The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Portland is currently $2,264. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Portland:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
645 Congress Apartments1 Bedroom$1,600
The LindenOne Bedroom$1,755
Redbank VillageThe Kennebunk$1,835
117 Lofts1 Bedroom$1,890
Nonesuch River ApartmentsOne Bedroom-1A$2,072
NightingaleNightingale - Elizabeth P. Dealey (Workforce Ho...$2,100
Foreside EstatesThe Beacon$2,100

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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 $1,600.

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

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Portland is $2,264.

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 $2,975 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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