
Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Portland Neighborhood of Portland, ME Under $2,000 (24 Rentals)


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11 Shepley St

The Linden

117 Lofts

Island View

Princeton on Back Cove

Hiawatha

Munjoy South Townhouses
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645 Congress Apartments

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31 Deering St

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126 Spring St, Unit Unit 2, Unit Unit 2

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473 Cumberland Ave, Unit 1, Unit 1

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395 Saint John St, Unit Upstairs, Unit Upstairs

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282 Brackett Street, Unit 2, Unit 2

Old Port Arms

Shepley Apartments
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Spring Street Apartments

Burnham Parkside Apartments

Deering Place Apartments

The Metropolitan

Bayview Court

Burnham Parkside Apartments

Trelawny Building

Danforth Heights
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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 | $2,189 | $1,500 | $2,585 |
| Downtown Portland 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,413 | $1,326 | $3,695 |
| Downtown Portland 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,297 | $1,683 | $3,500 |
| Downtown Portland 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,579 | $1,937 | $3,400 |
| Downtown Portland 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,255 | $2,836 | $3,675 |
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There are currently 24 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Portland Neighborhood of Portland, ME.
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDowntown Portland, Portland, ME
Ranked #18
Among cities in Maine for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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4.0Pet Friendly
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Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown Portland
How much are Studio apartments in Downtown Portland?
There are currently 291 Studio Apartments in Downtown Portland with rent ranges from $1,500 to $2,585 with an average price of $2,189.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Downtown Portland Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Downtown Portland ranges from $1,326 to $3,695 with an average monthly rent of $2,413.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Portland cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Downtown Portland range from $1,683 to $3,500. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $2,297.
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Written by: Bob Mallory
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