
Gated Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Neighborhood of Portland, ME (27 Rentals)


The Casco

The Armature

Total Monthly Price
11 Shepley St

Nightingale

Hiawatha

645 Congress Apartments

180 High St, Unit 10, Unit 10

99 Silver St, Unit 3-3, Unit 3-3
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10 Exchange St, Unit 301, Unit 301

Twenty Thames

33 Hampshire St

25 Casco St

55 Grant St

Erlang

131-139 Anderson St

490 Congress St

251-255 Danforth St
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55-57 Brackett St

181 Brackett St

Hobson's Landing

743 Congress St

185 Fore St

131 State St

Emerson Commons

Verdante at Lincoln Park

Summit Terrace
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Downtown, Portland, ME Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Studio Apartments | $2,230 | $1,500 | $2,585 |
| Downtown 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,508 | $1,600 | $3,695 |
| Downtown 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,577 | $2,175 | $3,500 |
| Downtown 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,037 | $2,600 | $3,400 |
| Downtown 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,110 | $2,836 | $3,384 |
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There are currently 27 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Neighborhood of Portland, ME.
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDowntown, Portland, ME
Ranked #12
Among cities in Maine for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Gated Downtown Apartments
What is the Cheapest Gated apartment in Downtown?
Currently the most affordable Gated Apartment in Downtown is at 645 Congress Apartments listed at $1,500.
How much is the average rent for a Gated Downtown Apartment?
The average rent for a Gated Apartment in Downtown is $2,434.
What is the largest Gated Downtown Apartment for rent?
Today's Gated apartment with the most square footage in Downtown is a 1,535 square feet unit starting from $2,100 at Back Bay Tower.
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