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Princeton on Back Cove
100 Forest ParkPortland, ME 04101
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645 Congress Apartments
643-649 Congress StPortland, ME 04101
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Island View
151 North StPortland, ME 04101
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473 Cumberland Ave, Unit 1
473 Cumberland AvePortland, ME 04101
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31 Deering St
31 Deering StPortland, ME 04101
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Back Bay Tower
401 Cumberland AvePortland, ME 04101
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Nightingale
144 State StPortland, ME 04101
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The Linden
132 Marginal WayPortland, ME 04101
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117 Lofts
117 Preble StPortland, ME 04101
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12 Boynton Street, Unit Apt 3
12 Boynton StreetPortland, ME 04102
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11 Shepley St
11 Shepley StPortland, ME 04101
14 Boynton St
PortlandME04102
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Hiawatha
667 Congress StPortland, ME 04101
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1006 Congress StPortland, ME 04102
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The Casco
201 Federal StPortland, ME 04101
537 Congress St
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The Armature
52 Hanover StPortland, ME 04101
70 Quebec St
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256 Vaughan St
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Danforth Heights
48 Salem StPortland, ME 04102
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Trelawny Building
655 Congress StPortland, ME 04101
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Burnham Parkside Apartments
88 Park AvePortland, ME 04101
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Bayview Court
335 ForestPortland, ME 04101
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The Metropolitan
439 Congress StPortland, ME 04101
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Deering Place Apartments
61 Deering StPortland, ME 04101
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Old Port Arms
56 Exchange StPortland, ME 04101
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Burnham Parkside Apartments
94 Park AvePortland, ME 04101
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Spring Street Apartments
314 Spring StPortland, ME 04102
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Shepley Apartments
18 Casco StPortland, ME 04101
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Munjoy South Townhouses
27B Mountfort StPortland, ME 04101
60 Parris St
PortlandME04101
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West End Place
183 Brackett StPortland, ME 04102
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159 High St, Unit 161-1
159 High StSouth Portland, ME 04106
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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 | $2,244 | $1,556 | $2,585 |
| Downtown Portland 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,411 | $1,326 | $3,675 |
| Downtown Portland 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,155 | $1,666 | $3,325 |
| Downtown Portland 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,674 | $1,937 | $4,500 |
| Downtown Portland 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,836 | $2,836 | $2,836 |
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Cheapest Available Downtown Portland Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Portland area of Portland, ME is a 1 Bed unit found at 645 Congress Apartments priced from $1,520. The Linden has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,795. Here are the most affordable Downtown Portland apartments for rent in Portland, ME:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 645 Congress Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,520 |
| The Linden | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,795 |
| 117 Lofts | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,800 |
| The Casco | The Casco - Back Cove | Studio,1BA | $1,999 |
| JM Real Estate Portland Rentals | 50 Monument Unit 306 | Studio,1BA | $1,999 |
| The Armature | Studio Floor Plan A | Studio,1BA | $2,029 |
| Nightingale | Nightingale - Mary Adelaide Nutting - Type A | Studio,1BA | $2,572 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Portland, ME
As of July 01, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Portland area is the $2.60 price per square foot 286 Front St Model at 286 Front St, Unit 3 in the in the South Portland neighborhood starting from $3,900. The second greatest value Downtown Portland apartment is the 159 High St Model at 159 High St, Unit 161-1 starting at $2,200 with a $2.75 price per square foot in the South Portland neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Portland apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 286 Front St, Unit 3 | 286 Front St | 3BR,2BA | $2.60 |
| 159 High St, Unit 161-1 | 159 High St | 2BR,1BA | $2.75 |
| 645 Congress Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.18 |
| The Linden | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.69 |
| 473 Cumberland Ave, Unit 1 | 473 Cumberland Ave | 1BR,1BA | $2.58 |
| Nightingale | Nightingale - Irena Sendler | 1BR,1BA | $4.53 |
| The Armature | Studio w/ Bed Nook + Balcony | Floor Plan A | Studio ,1BA | $5.03 |
| 117 Lofts | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.75 |
| JM Real Estate Portland Rentals | 50 Monument Unit 306 | Studio ,1BA | $4.49 |
| 31 Deering St | 31 Deering St | 1BR,1BA | $5.00 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Portland Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Downtown Portland?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Downtown Portland is at 117 Lofts listed at $1,800.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Portland Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Portland Apartment is $1,520 at 645 Congress Apartments.
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