
Studio Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Portland Neighborhood of Portland, ME (291 Rentals)


The Casco

Nightingale

Hiawatha

645 Congress Apartments

Portland House

51 High St

Hancock Street

270 Eastern Prom
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503 Cumberland Ave

208 Park Ave

John W. Munger Block

125 Morning St

262 Spring St

861 Congress St

232-236 High St

55-57 Brackett St

119 Sherman St

51 Park St
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250 High St

216-218 Park Ave

125 State St

84 North St

21 Chestnut St

114 Washington Ave

39 Deering St

535 Cumberland Ave

35 Pine St

158 Pearl St
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5 Weymouth St

16 Weymouth St

49 Hancock St

130 Park Ave

203 Brackett St

47 St Lawrence St

823 Congress St

775 Congress St

22 Park Ave

50-52 Carleton St

113 Franklin Arterial

85 Park St

69 Sherman St

479-481 Saint Johns St

200 Park Ave

62 Hampshire St

800-804 Congress St

89 Spruce St

8 Weymouth St

64-66 Deering St
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 | $2,192 | $1,500 | $2,585 |
| Downtown Portland 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,421 | $1,326 | $3,695 |
| Downtown Portland 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,334 | $1,683 | $3,500 |
| Downtown Portland 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,519 | $1,937 | $3,400 |
| Downtown Portland 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,255 | $2,836 | $3,675 |
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Largest Available Downtown Portland Studio Apartments
The largest available Studio apartment unit in the Downtown Portland area of Portland, ME is found at The Armature and is listed at 582 square feet priced from $2,425. 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 | Studio w/ Bed Nook Floor Plan A | 582 Sq Ft | $2,425 |
| Hiawatha | Hiawatha Studio Plan C | 545 Sq Ft | $2,098 |
| The Casco | The Casco - Bailey Island | 403 Sq Ft | $1,970 |
| 117 Lofts | Studio | 346 Sq Ft | $1,610 |
| 645 Congress Apartments | Studio | 333 Sq Ft | $1,500 |
Cheapest Available Downtown Portland Studio Apartments
Currently the lowest priced Studio apartment unit Downtown Portland of Portland, ME is the Studio Model starting from $1,500 at 645 Congress Apartments. The average price for all Studio apartments in Downtown Portland is currently $2,192. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available Studio options in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| 645 Congress Apartments | Studio | $1,500 |
| 117 Lofts | Studio | $1,610 |
| The Casco | The Casco - Bailey Island | $1,970 |
| The Armature | Studio Floor Plan A | $2,062 |
| Hiawatha | Hiawatha Studio Plan C | $2,098 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Studio Downtown Portland Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Downtown Portland with Studio?
Currently the most affordable Studio in Downtown Portland is at 645 Congress Apartments listed at $1,500.
How much is the average rent for a Studio Downtown Portland Apartment?
The average rent for a Studio Apartment in Downtown Portland is $2,192.
What is the largest available Studio Downtown Portland Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Downtown Portland is a 582 square feet unit starting from $2,425 at The Armature.
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