Cheap Homes for Rent in the Back Cove Neighborhood of Portland, ME from $1,630 (3 Rentals)

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property at 280 State St
$1,630

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Base Rent$1,630

Total Monthly Price$1,630
Studio, 1 Bath Condo for Rent
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280 State St, Unit 2

280 State St
PortlandME04101
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property at 602 Congress St
$1,850 - $2,375

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Base Rent$1,850 - $2,375

Total Monthly Price$1,850 - $2,375
Studio To 1 Bedroom Condos for Rent
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602 Congress St

PortlandME04101
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Best Value Homes for Rent in Back Cove, ME

As of September 22, 2026 the best value rental home in the Back Cove area is the $2.00 price per square foot 65 Fall Brook St Model at 65 Fall Brook St in the North Deering neighborhood starting from $3,200. The second greatest value Back Cove rental home is the 15 Craigie St Model at 15 Craigie St in the Oakdale neighborhood starting at $4,000 with a $2.67 price per square foot. Here is today’s list of the best values for Back Cove homes based on price per square foot:

Home ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
65 Fall Brook St65 Fall Brook St3BR, 1.5BA$2.00
15 Craigie St15 Craigie St4BR, 2BA$2.67
40 Leland St, Unit 240 Leland St2BR, 1BA$3.32
45 Eastern Promenade, Unit 2F45 Eastern Promenade1BR, 1BA$3.34
10 Exchange St, Unit 30110 Exchange St2BR, 1BA$4.47
602 Congress St602 Congress StStudio, 1BA$4.31
280 State St, Unit 2280 State StStudio, 1BA$5.82

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Frequently Asked Questions about Back Cove

What type of rentals are currently available in Back Cove?

There are currently 519 Apartments for Rent in Back Cove, ME with pricing that ranges from $1,174 to $4,730. There are also 26 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Back Cove ranging from $1,630 to $6,500.

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 $1,630 to $6,500 with an average monthly rent of $3,093.

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