
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Deering Center Neighborhood of Portland, ME from $800 (39 Rentals)
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Princeton on Back Cove

645 Congress Apartments

Tamarlane Apartments, LLC

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126 Spring St, Unit Unit 2, Unit Unit 2

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282 Brackett Street, Unit 2, Unit 2

117 Lofts

Terrace Pond

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31 Deering St
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Forest Glen Apartments

The Linden

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473 Cumberland Ave, Unit 1, Unit 1

64 Gray St, Unit Unit 7, Unit Unit 7

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11 Shepley St

175 Woodlawn Ave

The Casco

JM Real Estate Portland Rentals

The Armature
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257 Deering Ave

537 Congress St, Unit 306, Unit 306

2 Summer St, Unit B

Back Bay Tower

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Danforth Heights

Trelawny Building

Wessex Woods (New 55+ Community!)

The Bellamy
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The Metropolitan

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Old Port Arms

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Princeton Village

Shepley Apartments
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The Clark on Pleasant Avenue

Princeton Ridge

147 Pleasant Ave
Deering Center, Portland, ME Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Deering Center?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deering Center Studio Apartments | $2,194 | $1,174 | $2,585 |
| Deering Center 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,432 | $1,326 | $3,695 |
| Deering Center 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,334 | $1,516 | $3,700 |
| Deering Center 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,837 | $2,250 | $3,400 |
| Deering Center 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,384 | $3,384 | $3,384 |
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There are currently 39 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Deering Center Neighborhood of Portland, ME.
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Cheapest Available Deering Center Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Deering Center area of Portland, ME is a Studio unit found at 645 Congress Apartments priced from $1,500. 117 Lofts has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,740. Here are the most affordable Deering Center apartments for rent in Portland, ME:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 645 Congress Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,500 |
| 117 Lofts | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,740 |
| Hiawatha | Hiawatha Studio Plan B | Studio,1BA | $1,765 |
| Forest Glen Apartments | Forest Glen | 2BR,1BA | $1,775 |
| The Linden | Studio/Efficiency | 1BR,1BA | $1,799 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Deering Center, ME
As of April 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the Deering Center area is the $2.50 price per square foot 12 White Birth Ln #24 Model at Birchlane in the in the North Deering neighborhood starting from $3,000. The second greatest value Deering Center apartment is the 2 Bed 1 Bath Model at Back Bay Tower starting at $2,400 with a $2.64 price per square foot in the Downtown Portland neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Deering Center apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Birchlane | 12 White Birth Ln #24 | 3BR,2BA | $2.50 |
| Back Bay Tower | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.64 |
| 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 |
| 23 Hanover St, Unit 3 | 23 Hanover St | 2BR,1BA | $3.00 |
| 10 Pine St, Unit Stunning | 10 Pine St | 1BR,1BA | $2.93 |
| 64 Gray St, Unit Unit 7 | 64 Gray St | 1BR,1BA | $2.42 |
| 473 Cumberland Ave, Unit 1 | 473 Cumberland Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.57 |
| 126 Spring St, Unit Unit 2 | 126 Spring St | 1BR,1BA | $2.85 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Deering Center Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Deering Center?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Deering Center is at 645 Congress Apartments listed at $1,500.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Deering Center Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Deering Center Apartment is $1,799 at The Linden.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Deering Center Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Deering Center is starting from $1,775 at Forest Glen Apartments.
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