
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the East Deering Neighborhood of Portland, ME from $800 (36 Rentals)
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Princeton on Back Cove

Tamarlane Apartments, LLC

218 Washington Ave, Unit 33

117 Lofts

Island View

The Linden

Munjoy South Townhouses

175 Woodlawn Ave
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The Casco

The Armature

257 Deering Ave

29 Turner St, Unit Unit 3, Unit Unit 3

35 Carriage Ln, Unit 35B, Unit 35B

73 Maggie Ln

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16 Alba Street, Unit 16, Unit 16

Winchester Woods

8 Quebec St, Unit 1, Unit 1
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25 W Kidder St, Unit 25, Unit 25

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23 Hanover St, Unit 3, Unit 3

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23 E Kidder St, Unit Apt 1, Unit Apt 1

Rumery Lofts

Birchlane

31 Wilson St

75 Roberts St

241 Cumberland Ave, Unit Sunny Downtown Furnished, Unit Sunny Downtown Furnished

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The Bellamy

Bayview Court

The Metropolitan

Princeton Village

The Clark on Pleasant Avenue

147 Pleasant Ave

89 Anderson

Holiday Woods at Canco

Foreside Estates
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East Deering, Portland, ME Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in East Deering?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Deering Studio Apartments | $2,212 | $1,174 | $2,585 |
| East Deering 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,546 | $1,326 | $3,695 |
| East Deering 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,218 | $1,516 | $3,700 |
| East Deering 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,540 | $1,937 | $3,200 |
| East Deering 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,110 | $2,836 | $3,384 |
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Cheapest Available East Deering Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the East Deering area of Portland, ME is a Studio unit found at 117 Lofts priced from $1,610. The Linden has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,799. Here are the most affordable East Deering apartments for rent in Portland, ME:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 117 Lofts | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,610 |
| The Linden | Studio/Efficiency | 1BR,1BA | $1,799 |
| The Casco | The Casco - Little Diamond Island | Studio,1BA | $1,990 |
| The Armature | Studio Floor Plan B | Studio,1BA | $2,002 |
| 89 Anderson | 89 Anderson 1BD Plan A | 1BR,1BA | $2,130 |
| Winchester Woods | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2,295 |
| Foreside Estates | The Beacon | 1BR,1BA | $2,300 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Deering, ME
As of April 29, 2026 the best value apartment in the East Deering area is the $2.50 price per square foot 12 White Birth Ln #24 Model at Birchlane in the in the North Deering neighborhood starting from $3,000. The second greatest value East Deering apartment is the Two Bedroom Model at Winchester Woods starting at $2,295 with a $2.53 price per square foot in the North Deering neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Deering apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Birchlane | 12 White Birth Ln #24 | 3BR,2BA | $2.50 |
| Winchester Woods | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.53 |
| 29 Turner St, Unit 3 | 29 Turner St | 1BR,1BA | $2.61 |
| 23 Hanover St, Unit 3 | 23 Hanover St | 2BR,1BA | $3.00 |
| Foreside Estates | The Beacon | 1BR,1BA | $3.10 |
| 8 Quebec St, Unit 1 | 8 Quebec St | 2BR,1BA | $3.30 |
| 89 Anderson | 89 Anderson 1BD Plan A | 1BR,1BA | $3.66 |
| The Armature | Studio Floor Plan A | Studio ,1BA | $4.76 |
| 117 Lofts | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.98 |
| The Casco | The Casco - Deer Isle | Studio ,1BA | $5.60 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap East Deering Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in East Deering?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in East Deering is at 117 Lofts listed at $1,610.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom East Deering Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom East Deering Apartment is $1,799 at The Linden.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom East Deering Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in East Deering is starting from $2,295 at Winchester Woods.
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