Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Deering Center Neighborhood of Portland, ME from $800 (25 Rentals)

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Burnham Hill Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Burnham Hill Apartments

609 Ocean AvePortland, ME 04103
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Danforth Heights
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Danforth Heights

48 Salem StPortland, ME 04102
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Trelawny Building
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Trelawny Building

655 Congress StPortland, ME 04101
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Bayview Court
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Bayview Court

335 ForestPortland, ME 04101
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The Metropolitan
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

The Metropolitan

439 Congress StPortland, ME 04101
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Old Port Arms
1 Bedroom Apartments

Old Port Arms

56 Exchange StPortland, ME 04101
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Shepley Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Shepley Apartments

18 Casco StPortland, ME 04101
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West End Place
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

West End Place

183 Brackett StPortland, ME 04102
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Deering Center, Portland, ME Local Guide

Cheapest Available Deering Center Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Deering Center area of Portland, ME is a 3 Beds unit found at The Bellamy priced from $1,264. 645 Congress Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,402. Here are the most affordable Deering Center apartments for rent in Portland, ME:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The BellamySpinnaker3BR,1BA$1,264
645 Congress ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,402
Tamarlane Apartments, LLCSpruce2BR,2BA$1,516
The LindenStudio/Efficiency1BR,1BA$1,589
117 Lofts1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,718

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Deering Center, ME

As of October 21, 2025 the best value apartment in the Deering Center area is the $1.97 price per square foot 192 Presumpscot St Model at 192 Presumpscot St, Unit Second floor in the in the North Deering neighborhood starting from $2,850. The second greatest value Deering Center apartment is the 16 Sawyer St Model at 16 Sawyer St, Unit 16 Sawyer Street starting at $2,200 with a $1.69 price per square foot in the North Deering neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Deering Center apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
192 Presumpscot St, Unit Second floor192 Presumpscot St3BR,1BA$1.97
16 Sawyer St, Unit 16 Sawyer Street16 Sawyer St3BR,1BA$1.69
438 Fore St, Unit 3A438 Fore St2BR,1BA$2.50
248 Valley St, Unit #1248 Valley St2BR,1BA$2.05
49 Seeley Ave, Unit 249 Seeley Ave1BR,1.5BA$1.98
18 South St, Unit #218 South St2BR,1BA$2.51
Tamarlane Apartments, LLCSpruce2BR,1BA$1.55
Back Bay Tower2 Bed 2 Bath2BR,2BA$2.11
1455 Congress St, Unit 11455 Congress St2BR,1BA$2.25
The BellamySpinnaker1BR,1BA$2.62

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Deering Center, Portland, ME

Ranked #16

Among cities in Maine for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Lifestyle Ratings

Our team is proud to bring you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Portland. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and the best outdoor access, features that make it easier to raise kids, raising pets, transit options, and other valuable search options. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Getting Around the Deering Center Neighborhood in Portland, ME

Walk Score®

83 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

79 / 100

Very Bikeable

Biking is convenient for most trips

Transit Score®

38 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

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 $1,402.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Deering Center Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Deering Center Apartment is $1,264 at The Bellamy.

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 $1,516 at Tamarlane Apartments, LLC.

What is the most affordable Deering Center Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Deering Center Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Bellamy and starts from $1,264.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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