Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Parkside Neighborhood of Portland, ME from $1,000 (70 Rentals)

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Trelawny Building
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Trelawny Building

655 Congress StPortland, ME 04101
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764 Congress St
Studio Apartments

764 Congress St

764 Congress StPortland, ME 04102

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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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208-210 High St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

208-210 High St

208-210 High StPortland, ME 04101
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68 Deering St
1 Bedroom Apartments

68 Deering St

68 Deering StPortland, ME 04101
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Burnham Arms
1 Bedroom Apartments

Burnham Arms

633 Congress StPortland, ME 04101
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261 State St
1 Bedroom Apartments

261 State St

261 State StPortland, ME 04101
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84 Grant St
Studio Apartments

84 Grant St

84 Grant StPortland, ME 04101

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773 Congress St
Studio Apartments

773 Congress St

773 Congress StPortland, ME 04102
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503 Cumberland Ave
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

503 Cumberland Ave

503 Cumberland AvePortland, 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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122-124 Park Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

122-124 Park Ave

122-124 Park AvePortland, ME 04101
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44 Deering St
1 Bedroom Apartments

44 Deering St

44 Deering StPortland, ME 04101
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115 Sherman St
Studio Apartments

115 Sherman St

115 Sherman StPortland, ME 04101
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243-245 High St
1 Bedroom Apartments

243-245 High St

243-245 High StPortland, ME 04101

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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
1 to 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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Ymca
Studio Apartments

Ymca

231 High StPortland, ME 04101
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56 Sherman St
1 Bedroom Apartments

56 Sherman St

56 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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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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Crescent Heights
3 Bedroom Apartments

Crescent Heights

25 Crescent StPortland, ME 04102
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696 Congress St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

696 Congress St

696 Congress StPortland, ME 04102
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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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807 Congress St
Studio Apartments

807 Congress St

807 Congress StPortland, ME 04102
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812 Congress St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

812 Congress St

812 Congress StPortland, ME 04102
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Northgate Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Northgate Apartments

231 State StPortland, ME 04101
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Parris Terraces
1 Bedroom Apartments

Parris Terraces

60 Parris StPortland, ME 04101

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Parkside, Portland, ME Local Guide

Cheapest Available Parkside Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Parkside 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 Parkside apartments for rent in Portland, ME:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
645 Congress ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,402
The LindenStudio/Efficiency1BR,1BA$1,589
The ArmatureStudio Floor Plan CStudio,1BA$1,995
HiawathaHiawatha 1BD Plan A1BR,1BA$2,199

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Parkside, ME

As of November 01, 2025 the best value apartment in the Parkside area is the $3.99 price per square foot Hiawatha 1BD Plan A Model at Hiawatha in the in the Downtown Portland neighborhood starting from $2,199. The second greatest value Parkside apartment is the Studio Floor Plan C Model at The Armature starting at $1,995 with a $4.89 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.
HiawathaHiawatha 1BD Plan A1BR,1BA$3.99
The ArmatureStudio Floor Plan CStudio ,1BA$4.89
645 Congress ApartmentsStudioStudio ,1BA$3.67
31 Forest St, Unit 131 Forest St1BR,1BA$5.78
The LindenStudio/Efficiency1BR,1BA$4.83

Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

From the lounge to the laundry room, understand your rights and responsibilities in shared apartment spaces. Get tips on pet rules, noise, and security.

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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Parkside, Portland, ME

Ranked #12

Among cities in Maine 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

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Parkside?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Parkside is at 645 Congress Apartments listed at $1,402.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Parkside Apartment is $1,589 at The Linden.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Parkside Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Parkside is starting from $2,398 at The Linden.

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.