
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the City Center Neighborhood of Portland, ME from $800 (9 Rentals)
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City Center, Portland, ME Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in City Center?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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City Center Studio Apartments | $2,143 | $1,644 | $2,500 |
City Center 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,506 | $1,600 | $4,000 |
City Center 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,717 | $2,000 | $5,580 |
City Center 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,033 | $2,600 | $3,400 |
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There are currently 9 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the City Center Neighborhood of Portland, ME.
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Cheapest Available City Center Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the City Center area of Portland, ME is a Studio unit found at The Casco priced from $1,951. 645 Congress Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,162. Here are the most affordable City Center apartments for rent in Portland, ME:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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The Casco | The Casco - Deer Isle | Studio,1BA | $1,951 |
645 Congress Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,162 |
The Armature | JR 1BR Floor Plan C | 1BR,1BA | $2,250 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in City Center, ME
As of June 21, 2025 the best value apartment in the City Center area is the $2.64 price per square foot 91 Gray St Model at 91 Gray St, Unit 1 in the in the Downtown Portland neighborhood starting from $2,900. The second greatest value City Center apartment is the 1 Bedroom Model at 645 Congress Apartments starting at $2,162 with a $3.03 price per square foot in the Downtown Portland neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for City Center apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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91 Gray St, Unit 1 | 91 Gray St | 2BR,1BA | $2.64 |
645 Congress Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.03 |
The Armature | 1BD Floor Plan C | 1BR,1BA | $4.99 |
The Casco | The Casco - Back Cove | Studio ,1BA | $5.53 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleCity Center, Portland, ME
Ranked #10
Among neighborhoods in Portland, ME for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Getting Around the City Center Neighborhood in Portland, ME
Walk Score®
98 / 100
Walker’s Paradise
Daily errands do not require a car
Bike Score®
84 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
53 / 100
Good Transit
Many nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap City Center Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in City Center?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in City Center is at The Casco listed at $1,951.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom City Center Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom City Center Apartment is $2,162 at 645 Congress Apartments.
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