
Studio Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Neighborhood of Portland, ME (272 Rentals)


The Armature

Nightingale

645 Congress Apartments

493 Cumberland Ave

203 Brackett St

27-29 State St

523 Cumberland Ave

101 Congress St
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11-13 Grant St

96 Federal St

Hobson's Landing

171 Danforth St

27 Sherman St

119 Winter St

24 High St

55-57 Brackett St

24 Grant St

Harbor Terrace
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113 Vaughan St

177 State St

232 High St

571 Cumberland Ave

156 Danforth St

48 Wilmot St

102 Morning St

Harborview

80-82 India St

764 Congress St
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33 Deering St

90 Mellen St

257 Spring St

72 Grant St

59 Deering St

250 High St

115 Sherman St

114 Washington Ave

146-148 Clark St

51 Park St
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279 State St

151 Congress St

113 Franklin Arterial

341-345 Fore St

158 Danforth St

25 Dow St

12 Hanover St

92 Danforth St

62 Hampshire St

486-488 Cumberland Ave
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 272 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Neighborhood of Portland, ME.
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Largest Available Downtown Studio Apartments
The largest available Studio apartment unit in the Downtown 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 |
| The Casco | The Casco - Bailey Island | 403 Sq Ft | $2,083 |
| 117 Lofts | Studio | 346 Sq Ft | $1,610 |
| 645 Congress Apartments | Studio | 333 Sq Ft | $1,500 |
Cheapest Available Downtown Studio Apartments
Currently the lowest priced Studio apartment unit Downtown of Portland, ME is the Studio Model starting from $1,500 at 645 Congress Apartments. The average price for all Studio apartments in Downtown is currently $2,230. 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 - Little Diamond Island | $1,990 |
| The Armature | Studio Floor Plan B | $2,002 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDowntown, Portland, ME
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Among cities in Maine for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Studio Downtown Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Downtown with Studio?
Currently the most affordable Studio in Downtown is at 645 Congress Apartments listed at $1,500.
How much is the average rent for a Studio Downtown Apartment?
The average rent for a Studio Apartment in Downtown is $2,230.
What is the largest available Studio Downtown Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Downtown is a 582 square feet unit starting from $2,425 at The Armature.
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