
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the East End Neighborhood of Portland, ME from $1,600 (36 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the East End area of Portland.


23 Turner St, Unit 2

Total Monthly Price
33 Atlantic St

Portland House

74 Melbourne St

13 Atlantic St

1 North St

106 Cumberland Ave

152 Cumberland Ave
Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals
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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

1-3 Cumberland Ave
Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It
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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

33 Smith St
How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide
Finding the right apartment starts with three things: location, cost, and amenities. Get the insider perspective from a real estate professional on how to nail all three.

Munjoy South Townhouses

89 Anderson

229 Congress St

Munjoy Commons

193 Congress St

Kennedy Park

Bayside Anchor

Bayside East

Eastern Prom
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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 | $2,094 | $1,625 | $2,400 |
| East End 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,756 | $1,683 | $2,050 |
| East End 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,424 | $1,937 | $4,500 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 36 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the East End Neighborhood of Portland, ME.
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Best Value Apartments for Rent in East End, ME
As of July 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the East End area is the $3.20 price per square foot 33 Atlantic St Model at 33 Atlantic St in the in the Downtown Portland neighborhood starting from $2,400. The second greatest value East End apartment is the 23 Turner St Model at 23 Turner St, Unit 2 starting at $2,086 with a $2.98 price per square foot in the North Deering 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 33 Atlantic St | 33 Atlantic St | 1BR,1BA | $3.20 |
| 23 Turner St, Unit 2 | 23 Turner St | 1BR,1BA | $2.98 |
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.
Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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.

Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It
Written by: Robin Stewart
Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.

Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention
Written by: Robin Stewart
There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.

How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide
Written by: Robin Stewart
Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.