
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the East End Neighborhood of Portland, ME from $1,752 (37 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the East End area of Portland.


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96 North St, Unit 1

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33 Atlantic St, Unit 3

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11 Ponce St, Unit 1

Portland House

74 Melbourne St

13 Atlantic St

1 North St

106 Cumberland Ave
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152 Cumberland Ave

14 Cleeve St

26 Anderson St

108 Washington Ave

151 Congress St

29 St Lawrence St

113 Newbury St

149-151 Cumberland Ave

27 Morning St
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1-3 Cumberland Ave

77-79 Congress St

15 Cumberland Ave

23 Merrill St

191-193 Congress St

55 Atlantic St

87 Cumberland Ave

101 Congress St

127 Cumberland Ave
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33 Smith St

89 Anderson

Munjoy South Townhouses

Munjoy Commons

229 Congress St

Kennedy Park

Bayside Anchor

193 Congress St

Bayside East
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East End, Portland, ME Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in East End?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| East End 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,250 | $2,100 | $2,400 |
| East End 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,491 | $2,175 | $3,000 |
| East End 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,653 | $2,460 | $4,500 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 37 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the East End Neighborhood of Portland, ME.
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Cheapest Available East End Apartments for Rent
 | Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Island View | Market Rate 3 Bedroom Townhome | 3BR,2BA | $4,250 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East End, ME
As of September 13, 2026 the best value apartment in the East End area is the $2.20 price per square foot Market Rate 3 Bedroom Townhome Model at Island View in the in the North Deering neighborhood starting from $4,250. The second greatest value East End apartment is the 11 Ponce St Model at 11 Ponce St, Unit 1 starting at $2,175 with a $2.72 price per square foot in the Downtown Portland neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East End apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Island View | Market Rate 3 Bedroom Townhome | 3BR,2BA | $2.20 |
| 11 Ponce St, Unit 1 | 11 Ponce St | 2BR,1BA | $2.72 |
| 33 Atlantic St, Unit 3 | 33 Atlantic St | 1BR,1BA | $9.60 |
Expert Rental Resources
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.
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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals
Written by: Robin Stewart
The idea of affordable housing can be subjective. Every individual is in a different place financially and vocationally. What one may easily afford could be a struggle for someone else.

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Written by: Robin Stewart
Where do you see yourself? When you think of home, sweet home, are you in a 3/2 apartment? Dreaming of a tall townhome? Maybe an industrial loft heavy on cool vibes is on your visioning board.

Practical Tips for Renters: How to Identify a Great Rental and Avoid Red Flags
Written by: Robin Stewart
Renters want to find a great apartment, the right place for them, one that checks all the boxes of location, rental cost, amenities, safety, and more.

First Apartment Regrets: Real Renters Share What They'd Do Differently
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Hindsight is 20/20. Live and Learn. With age comes wisdom. We’re familiar with all those expressions, and all of them apply to lessons first-time renters learn.