
Apartments for Rent by Owner in Portland, ME (25 Rentals)


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16 Alba Street, Unit 16, Unit 16

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10 Pine St, Unit Stunning, Unit Stunning

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23 E Kidder St, Unit Apt 1, Unit Apt 1

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23 Hanover St, Unit 3, Unit 3

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91 Forest Ave, Unit #3, Unit #3

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282 Brackett Street, Unit 2, Unit 2

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473 Cumberland Ave, Unit 1, Unit 1
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175 Woodlawn Ave

35 Carriage Ln, Unit 35B, Unit 35B

73 Maggie Ln

180 High St, Unit 10, Unit 10

241 Cumberland Ave, Unit Sunny Downtown Furnished, Unit Sunny Downtown Furnished

99 Silver St, Unit 3-3, Unit 3-3

10 Exchange St, Unit 301, Unit 301

148 Breakwater Dr, Unit 819, Unit 819
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332 Broadway, Unit 2, Unit 2

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10 Harborview Ave, Unit 1, Unit 1

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30 Roosevelt St, Unit 2, Unit 2

148 Breakwater Dr, Unit 209, Unit 209

18 Ocean St, Unit 75, Unit 75

266 Highland Ave

23 Graffam Rd

11 Henry St
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39 Villa Rd
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Portland?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Portland Studio Apartments | $2,144 | $1,174 | $3,148 |
| Portland 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,310 | $1,326 | $3,695 |
| Portland 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,491 | $1,516 | $3,700 |
| Portland 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,629 | $1,937 | $3,400 |
| Portland 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,110 | $2,836 | $3,384 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about For rent By Owner Portland Apartments
What is the Cheapest For rent By Owner apartment in Portland?
Currently the most affordable For rent By Owner Apartment in Portland is at 282 Brackett Street, Unit 2 listed at $1,600.
How much is the average rent for a For rent By Owner Portland Apartment?
The average rent for a For rent By Owner Apartment in Portland is $2,100.
What is the largest For rent By Owner Portland Apartment for rent?
Today's For rent By Owner apartment with the most square footage in Portland is a 1,250 square feet unit starting from $2,250 at 16 Alba Street, Unit 16.
What is the average size for Portland For rent By Owner Apartments for rent?
The average size for a For rent By Owner rental in Portland is currently at 868 sq ft.
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