Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Libbytown Neighborhood of Portland, ME from $600 (17 Rentals)

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Danforth Heights
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Danforth Heights

48 Salem StPortland, ME 04102
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Trelawny Building
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Trelawny Building

655 Congress StPortland, ME 04101
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Bayview Court
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Bayview Court

335 ForestPortland, ME 04101
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The Metropolitan
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

The Metropolitan

439 Congress StPortland, ME 04101
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Old Port Arms
1 Bedroom Apartments

Old Port Arms

56 Exchange StPortland, ME 04101

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West End Apartments
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

West End Apartments

586 Westbrook StSouth Portland, ME 04106

Libbytown, Portland, ME Local Guide

Cheapest Available Libbytown Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Libbytown area of Portland, ME is a Studio unit found at 645 Congress Apartments priced from $1,402. The Linden has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,589. Here are the most affordable Libbytown apartments for rent in Portland, ME:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
645 Congress ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,402
The LindenStudio/Efficiency1BR,1BA$1,589
Redbank VillageThe Kennebunk1BR,1BA$1,750
11 Shepley St1Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,850
Olde English Village ApartmentsTwo Bedroom Executive2BR,1BA$1,895

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Libbytown, ME

As of October 28, 2025 the best value apartment in the Libbytown area is the $1.52 price per square foot Three Bedroom Townhouse Model at Island View Apartments in the in the North Deering neighborhood starting from $2,950. The second greatest value Libbytown apartment is the 1169 Broadway Model at 1169 Broadway, Unit 1169 Broadway starting at $2,300 with a $1.88 price per square foot in the Stroudwater neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Libbytown apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Island View ApartmentsThree Bedroom Townhouse3BR,2BA$1.52
1169 Broadway, Unit 1169 Broadway1169 Broadway2BR,1BA$1.88
28 E Oxford St, Unit 28 Oxford St28 E Oxford St2BR,1BA$2.40
4 Palmer St, Unit Palmer 4B4 Palmer St3BR,1BA$2.36
248 Valley St, Unit #1248 Valley St2BR,1BA$2.05
346 Ocean St, Unit Unit 2346 Ocean St2BR,1BA$2.21
18 South St, Unit #218 South St2BR,1BA$2.11
Back Bay Tower2 Bed 2 Bath2BR,2BA$2.11
Olde English Village ApartmentsTwo Bedroom Executive2BR,1BA$1.99
1175 Broadway, Unit 1175 Broadway #21175 Broadway1BR,1BA$1.78

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Libbytown, Portland, ME

Ranked #23

Among cities in Maine for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
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Lifestyle Ratings

This website compiles millions of data points to bring you Lifestyle Ratings of rentals in metropolitan areas across the United States and customized analysis for Central Portland, ME. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for easy access to the parks, luxury amenities, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, places to raise kids, and how walkable or bikeable each community and area is. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Getting Around the Libbytown Neighborhood in Portland, ME

Walk Score®

61 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

78 / 100

Very Bikeable

Biking is convenient for most trips

Transit Score®

46 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Libbytown Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Libbytown?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Libbytown is under $1,947.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Libbytown?

The cheapest apartment in Libbytown is The Linden which is listed at $1,589, while the average apartment in Libbytown costs $3,200.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Libbytown?

Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 1 regular apartments in Libbytown that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Libbytown?

Cheap apartments in Libbytown have an average cost of $479 which is $2,721 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Libbytown.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For many people, obstacles can arise during the rental application process for a variety of issues.