1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Portland Neighborhood of Portland, ME (201 Rentals)

Back Bay Tower

The Casco

11 Shepley St

Nightingale

Princeton on Back Cove

117 Lofts

Island View Apartments

The Linden

JM Real Estate Portland Rentals
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Downtown Portland, Portland, ME Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Portland?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Portland Studio Apartments | $2,062 | $1,200 | $2,650 |
Downtown Portland 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,305 | $1,402 | $3,349 |
| Downtown Portland 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,858 | $1,600 | $4,995 |
| Downtown Portland 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,104 | $2,175 | $4,500 |
| Downtown Portland 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,836 | $2,836 | $2,836 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 201 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Portland Neighborhood of Portland, ME.
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Largest Available Downtown Portland 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in the Downtown Portland area of Portland, ME is found at The Armature and is listed at 878 square feet priced from $2,995. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Armature | 1BD + Office Floor Plan B | 878 Sq Ft | $2,995 |
| JM Real Estate Portland Rentals | 50 Monument Square, Unit 504 | 716 Sq Ft | $2,760 |
| 645 Congress Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 713 Sq Ft | $1,375 |
| The Casco | The Casco - Fore River | 665 Sq Ft | $2,715 |
| Nightingale | Nightingale - Mary Breckinridge | 645 Sq Ft | $2,514 |
| 117 Lofts | 1 Bedroom | 525 Sq Ft | $1,870 |
| 11 Shepley St | 1Bedroom | 500 Sq Ft | $1,850 |
| The Linden | One Bedroom | 430 Sq Ft | $1,825 |
Cheapest Available Downtown Portland 1 Bedroom Apartments
Currently the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit Downtown Portland of Portland, ME is the 1 Bedroom Model starting from $1,375 at 645 Congress Apartments. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Downtown Portland is currently $2,305. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| 645 Congress Apartments | 1 Bedroom | $1,375 |
| The Linden | Studio/Efficiency | $1,402 |
| 11 Shepley St | 1Bedroom | $1,850 |
| 117 Lofts | 1 Bedroom | $1,870 |
| Nightingale | Nightingale - Helen Fairchild (Workforce Housing) | $2,272 |
| The Casco | The Casco - Cushing Island | $2,365 |
| JM Real Estate Portland Rentals | 50 Monument Square, Unit 507 | $2,500 |
| The Armature | 1BD Floor Plan C | $2,825 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Downtown Portland Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Downtown Portland with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Downtown Portland is at 645 Congress Apartments listed at $1,375.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Downtown Portland Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Portland is $2,305.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Downtown Portland Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Downtown Portland is a 878 square feet unit starting from $2,995 at The Armature.
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