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

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Burnham Hill Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Burnham Hill Apartments

609 Ocean AvePortland, ME 04103
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Trelawny Building
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Trelawny Building

655 Congress StPortland, ME 04101
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The Bellamy
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

The Bellamy

240 Harvard StPortland, ME 04103
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Old Port Arms
1 Bedroom Apartments

Old Port Arms

56 Exchange StPortland, ME 04101
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Bayview Court
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Bayview Court

335 ForestPortland, ME 04101
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The Metropolitan
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

The Metropolitan

439 Congress StPortland, ME 04101
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Back Cove, Portland, ME Local Guide

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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
117 LoftsStudioStudio,1BA$1,495
645 Congress ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,500
The LindenOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,700
Forest Glen ApartmentsForest Glen2BR,1BA$1,775
The CascoThe Casco - Bailey IslandStudio,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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
49 Berkshire Rd2 bedroom2BR,1.5BA$1.62
60 Noyes St60 Noyes St3BR,1BA$1.90
583 Washington Ave, Unit 2583 Washington Ave3BR,1BA$1.97
Birchlane12 White Birth Ln #243BR,2BA$2.50
Thomas Edwards House65 Pine St 2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$2.43
1058 Forest Ave1058 Forest Ave2BR,1BA$2.50
Back Bay Tower2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$2.31
Winchester WoodsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$2.53
Forest Glen ApartmentsForest Glen2BR,1BA$2.09
282 Brackett Street, Unit 2282 Brackett Street1BR,1BA$2.00

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Lifestyle Ratings

This website works hard to bring you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, and customized analysis for Central Portland. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including filtering automatically for outdoor amenities like tennis courts, luxury housing options, places that make kids happy, raising pets, transit options, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

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.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

Written by: Bob Mallory

Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.