Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Parkside Neighborhood of Portland, ME from $1,000 (45 Rentals)

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Trelawny Building
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Trelawny Building

655 Congress StPortland, ME 04101
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208-210 High St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

208-210 High St

208-210 High StPortland, ME 04101

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14 Boynton St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

14 Boynton St

14 Boynton StPortland, ME 04102
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1 Crescent St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1 Crescent St

1 Crescent StPortland, ME 04102
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261 State St
1 Bedroom Apartments

261 State St

261 State StPortland, ME 04101
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33 Grant St
3 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

33 Grant St

33 Grant StPortland, ME 04101

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Burnham Arms
1 Bedroom Apartments

Burnham Arms

633 Congress StPortland, ME 04101
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285 Brackett St
2 Bedroom Apartments

285 Brackett St

285 Brackett StPortland, ME 04102
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89-91 Carleton St
1 Bedroom Apartments

89-91 Carleton St

89-91 Carleton StPortland, ME 04102
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111 Sherman St
1 Bedroom Apartments

111 Sherman St

111 Sherman StPortland, ME 04101
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108 Sherman St
2 Bedroom Apartments

108 Sherman St

108 Sherman StPortland, ME 04101
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100 Forest Ave
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

100 Forest Ave

100 Forest AvePortland, ME 04101
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212-214 High St
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

212-214 High St

212-214 High StPortland, ME 04101
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Parris Terraces
1 Bedroom Apartments

Parris Terraces

60 Parris StPortland, ME 04101
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861 Congress St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

861 Congress St

861 Congress StPortland, ME 04102
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Crescent Heights
3 Bedroom Apartments

Crescent Heights

25 Crescent StPortland, ME 04102
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44 Deering St
1 Bedroom Apartments

44 Deering St

44 Deering StPortland, ME 04101

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Northgate Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Northgate Apartments

231 State StPortland, ME 04101
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22-24 Sherman St
1 Bedroom Apartments

22-24 Sherman St

22-24 Sherman StPortland, ME 04101
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55 Grant St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

55 Grant St

55 Grant StPortland, ME 04101
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218 State St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

218 State St

218 State StPortland, ME 04101
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549 Cumberland Ave
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

549 Cumberland Ave

549 Cumberland AvePortland, ME 04101
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Copeley Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Copeley Apartments

485 Cumberland AvePortland, ME 04101
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52 Sherman St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

52 Sherman St

52 Sherman StPortland, ME 04101
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690 Congress St
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

690 Congress St

690 Congress StPortland, ME 04102
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141-143 Grant St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

141-143 Grant St

141-143 Grant StPortland, ME 04101

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471 Cumberland Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

471 Cumberland Ave

471 Cumberland AvePortland, ME 04101
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60 Grant St
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

60 Grant St

60 Grant StPortland, ME 04101
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553 Cumberland Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

553 Cumberland Ave

553 Cumberland AvePortland, ME 04101
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Walker Terrace
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Walker Terrace

1 Walker StPortland, ME 04102
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Walker Terrace
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Walker Terrace

730 Congress StPortland, ME 04102
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169-171 State St
2 Bedroom Apartments

169-171 State St

169-171 State StPortland, ME 04101
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Parkside, Portland, ME Local Guide

Cheapest Available Parkside Apartments for Rent

 
Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
645 Congress Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2,162
The Armature1BD Floor Plan C1BR,1BA$3,495

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Parkside, ME

As of June 22, 2025 the best value apartment in the Parkside area is the $3.03 price per square foot 1 Bedroom Model at 645 Congress Apartments in the in the Downtown Portland neighborhood starting from $2,162. The second greatest value Parkside apartment is the 1BD Floor Plan C Model at The Armature starting at $3,495 with a $4.99 price per square foot in the Downtown Portland neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Parkside apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
645 Congress Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$3.03
The Armature1BD Floor Plan C1BR,1BA$4.99

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Parkside, Portland, ME

Ranked #17

Among neighborhoods in Portland, ME for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the Parkside Neighborhood in Portland, ME

Walk Score®

93 / 100

Walker’s Paradise

Daily errands do not require a car

Bike Score®

86 / 100

Very Bikeable

Biking is convenient for most trips

Transit Score®

52 / 100

Good Transit

Many nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Parkside Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Parkside Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Parkside Apartment is $2,162 at 645 Congress Apartments.

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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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

Written by: Cheryl Bowman

A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Written by: Marie Brown

You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.

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The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters

Written by: Bobbi Jackson

If you’re looking to relocate right now, a popular solution that may best fit your current rental needs is a short-term lease.