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

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Parkside?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Parkside Studio Apartments | $1,903 | $1,650 | $2,065 |
Parkside 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,485 | $1,956 | $4,000 |
Parkside 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,789 | $2,596 | $5,580 |
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There are currently 45 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Parkside Neighborhood of Portland, ME.
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Cheapest Available Parkside Apartments for Rent
 Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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645 Congress Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,162 |
The Armature | 1BD Floor Plan C | 1BR,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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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645 Congress Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.03 |
The Armature | 1BD Floor Plan C | 1BR,1BA | $4.99 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleParkside, Portland, ME
Ranked #17
Among neighborhoods in Portland, ME for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
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
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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.
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