Cheap Apartments for Rent in the West Portland Neighborhood of Portland, ME from $600 (14 Rentals)

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Burnham Hill Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Burnham Hill Apartments

609 Ocean AvePortland, ME 04103
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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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West Portland, Portland, ME Local Guide

Cheapest Available West Portland Apartments for Rent

 

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

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
645 Congress ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,402
The LindenStudio/Efficiency1BR,1BA$1,589
117 Lofts1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,718
11 Shepley St1Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,850
Rumery LoftsTwo Bedroom Workforce Housing2BR,1BA$1,917

Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Portland, ME

As of October 24, 2025 the best value apartment in the West Portland area is the $1.69 price per square foot 16 Sawyer St Model at 16 Sawyer St, Unit 16 Sawyer Street in the in the North Deering neighborhood starting from $2,200. The second greatest value West Portland apartment is the 248 Valley St Model at 248 Valley St, Unit #1 starting at $2,195 with a $2.05 price per square foot in the Downtown Portland neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for West Portland apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
16 Sawyer St, Unit 16 Sawyer Street16 Sawyer St3BR,1BA$1.69
248 Valley St, Unit #1248 Valley St2BR,1BA$2.05
18 South St, Unit #218 South St2BR,1BA$2.51
Back Bay Tower2 Bed 2 Bath2BR,2BA$2.11
1455 Congress St, Unit 11455 Congress St2BR,1BA$2.25
79 Bramhall St, Unit 4A79 Bramhall St1BR,1BA$2.72
Rumery LoftsTwo Bedroom Workforce Housing2BR,1BA$2.81
117 Lofts1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$3.27
92 Danforth St, Unit 3.092 Danforth St1BR,1BA$3.20
645 Congress ApartmentsStudioStudio ,1BA$3.67

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
West Portland, Portland, ME

Ranked #7

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

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4.0
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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving.com is proud to bring you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals in cities across the United States and customized analysis for Portland, Maine. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for the best outdoor access, luxury amenities, family-friendliness, raising pets, transit options, and more. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap West Portland Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in West Portland?

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

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom West Portland Apartment?

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

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in West Portland is starting from $1,917 at Rumery Lofts.

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.