Cheap Homes for Rent in the Back Cove Neighborhood of Portland, ME from $1,600 (2 Rentals)

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38 Carriage Lane, Unit 38B

38 Carriage Lane
PortlandME04103

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Best Value Apartments for Rent in Back Cove, ME

As of August 04, 2026 the best value apartment in the Back Cove area is the $2.56 price per square foot 10 Rudman Rd Model at 10 Rudman Rd, Unit First Floor in the in the Riverton neighborhood starting from $3,200. The second greatest value Back Cove apartment is the 12 White Birth Ln #24 Model at Birchlane starting at $3,000 with a $2.50 price per square foot in the North Deering 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.
10 Rudman Rd, Unit First Floor10 Rudman Rd3BR,1BA$2.56
Birchlane12 White Birth Ln #243BR,2BA$2.50
111 Grant St., Unit #2111 Grant St.2BR,1BA$2.39
46 Market StStudioStudio ,1BA$2.50
523-529 Washington Ave.523-529 Washington Ave. - 523-13BR,1BA$2.48
Winchester WoodsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$2.53
33 Atlantic St33 Atlantic St1BR,1BA$3.20
8 Quebec St, Unit 28 Quebec St2BR,1BA$3.44
The LindenOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.87
473 Cumberland Ave, Unit 1473 Cumberland Ave1BR,1BA$2.85

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Frequently Asked Questions about Back Cove

What type of rentals are currently available in Back Cove?

There are currently 506 Apartments for Rent in Back Cove, ME with pricing that ranges from $1,174 to $4,500. There are also 12 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Back Cove ranging from $1,650 to $4,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Back Cove?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Back Cove ranges from $1,650 to $4,500 with an average monthly rent of $3,132.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Back Cove?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Back Cove range from $1,937 to $4,500, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,850 to $3,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,800 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $3,200.

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