
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Back Cove Neighborhood of Portland, ME from $800 (13 Rentals)
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Princeton on Back Cove

117 Lofts

645 Congress Apartments

Burnham Hill Apartments

Trelawny Building
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Back Cove, Portland, ME Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Back Cove?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Back Cove Studio Apartments | $2,105 | $1,174 | $2,650 |
| Back Cove 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,302 | $1,326 | $3,695 |
| Back Cove 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,332 | $1,444 | $3,995 |
| Back Cove 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,675 | $1,937 | $3,600 |
| Back Cove 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,836 | $2,836 | $2,836 |
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Cheapest Available Back Cove Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Back Cove area of Portland, ME is a Studio unit found at 117 Lofts priced from $1,495. 645 Congress Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,500. Here are the most affordable Back Cove apartments for rent in Portland, ME:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 117 Lofts | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,495 |
| 645 Congress Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,500 |
| The Linden | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,700 |
| Forest Glen Apartments | Forest Glen | 2BR,1BA | $1,775 |
| The Casco | The Casco - Bailey Island | Studio,1BA | $1,970 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Back Cove, ME
As of March 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the Back Cove area is the $1.62 price per square foot 2 bedroom Model at 49 Berkshire Rd in the in the North Deering neighborhood starting from $3,200. The second greatest value Back Cove apartment is the 60 Noyes St Model at 60 Noyes St starting at $2,850 with a $1.90 price per square foot in the Downtown Portland neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Back Cove apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 49 Berkshire Rd | 2 bedroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.62 |
| 60 Noyes St | 60 Noyes St | 3BR,1BA | $1.90 |
| 583 Washington Ave, Unit 2 | 583 Washington Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.97 |
| Birchlane | 12 White Birth Ln #24 | 3BR,2BA | $2.50 |
| Thomas Edwards House | 65 Pine St 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.43 |
| 1058 Forest Ave | 1058 Forest Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.50 |
| Back Bay Tower | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.31 |
| Winchester Woods | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.53 |
| Forest Glen Apartments | Forest Glen | 2BR,1BA | $2.09 |
| 282 Brackett Street, Unit 2 | 282 Brackett Street | 1BR,1BA | $2.00 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Back Cove Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Back Cove?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Back Cove is at 117 Lofts listed at $1,495.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Back Cove Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Back Cove Apartment is $1,600 at 645 Congress Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Back Cove Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Back Cove is starting from $1,775 at Forest Glen Apartments.
What is the most affordable Back Cove Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Back Cove Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Birchlane and starts from $3,000.
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