
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Deering Center Neighborhood of Portland, ME from $800 (27 Rentals)
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645 Congress Apartments

127 Emery St

122 Allen Ave, Unit Falmouth Coastalandings

Princeton on Back Cove

Birchlane
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126 Spring St, Unit 2

108 Cobb Ave

Terrace Pond

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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 | $2,026 | $1,174 | $2,650 |
| Deering Center 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,317 | $1,474 | $3,695 |
| Deering Center 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,653 | $1,500 | $4,995 |
| Deering Center 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,776 | $1,200 | $3,600 |
| Deering Center 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,909 | $3,909 | $3,909 |
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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 $1,200. Birchlane has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,500. 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 | $1,200 |
| Birchlane | 6 White Birch Ln #8 | 2BR,1BA | $1,500 |
| Terrace Pond | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,650 |
| Forest Glen Apartments | Forest Glen | 2BR,1BA | $1,775 |
| 117 Lofts | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,775 |
| The Linden | Studio/Efficiency | 1BR,1BA | $1,795 |
| 11 Shepley St | 1Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,850 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Deering Center, ME
As of January 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Deering Center 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 Deering Center apartment is the 194 Falmouth St Model at 194 Falmouth St, Unit #1 starting at $2,950 with a $1.79 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 49 Berkshire Rd | 2 bedroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.62 |
| 194 Falmouth St, Unit #1 | 194 Falmouth St | 3BR,1BA | $1.79 |
| 151 Dartmouth St | 151 Dartmouth St | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.83 |
| 60 Noyes St | 60 Noyes St | 3BR,1BA | $1.90 |
| 583 Washington Ave, Unit 2 | 583 Washington Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.97 |
| 177 Saint John St, Unit 177 St John Street Apt 2 | 177 Saint John St | 3BR,2BA | $2.00 |
| 123 Glenwood Ave, Unit 123GlenwoodAve. | 123 Glenwood Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.74 |
| 21 William St, Unit 1 | 21 William St | 3BR,1BA | $2.05 |
| Forest Glen Apartments | Forest Glen | 2BR,1BA | $2.09 |
| Terrace Pond | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.10 |
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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 $1,200.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Deering Center Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Deering Center Apartment is $1,375 at 645 Congress Apartments.
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 $1,500 at Birchlane.
What is the most affordable Deering Center Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Deering Center Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Birchlane and starts from $3,000.
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