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Princeton on Back Cove
100 Forest ParkPortland, ME 04101
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the West Portland Neighborhood of Portland, ME from $600 (43 Rentals)
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645 Congress Apartments
643-649 Congress StPortland, ME 04101
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117 Lofts
117 Preble StPortland, ME 04101
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65 Pine St, Unit B
65 Pine StPortland, ME 04102
175 Pine St, Unit 2-H
175 Pine St
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Winchester Woods
41 Winchester DrPortland, ME 04103
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31 Deering St
31 Deering StPortland, ME 04101
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Back Bay Tower
401 Cumberland AvePortland, ME 04101
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11 Shepley St
11 Shepley StPortland, ME 04101
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473 Cumberland Ave, Unit 1
473 Cumberland AvePortland, ME 04101
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Hiawatha
667 Congress StPortland, ME 04101
1 City Center
PortlandME04101
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The Linden
132 Marginal WayPortland, ME 04101
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The Armature
52 Hanover StPortland, ME 04101
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The Casco
201 Federal StPortland, ME 04101
256 Vaughan St
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Nightingale
144 State StPortland, ME 04101
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JM Real Estate Portland Rentals
1006 Congress StPortland, ME 04102
28 Gilman St
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175 Pine St, Unit 1J
175 Pine St
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15 Gay St, Unit 1st Floor
15 Gay StPortland, ME 04103
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23 Pembroke St
23 Pembroke StPortland, ME 04103
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Burnham Hill Apartments
609 Ocean AvePortland, ME 04103
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Danforth Heights
48 Salem StPortland, ME 04102
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Trelawny Building
655 Congress StPortland, ME 04101
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Wessex Woods (New 55+ Community!)
7 Wessex StPortland, ME 04102
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Burnham Parkside Apartments
88 Park AvePortland, ME 04101
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Bayview Court
335 ForestPortland, ME 04101
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The Metropolitan
439 Congress StPortland, ME 04101
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Deering Place Apartments
61 Deering StPortland, ME 04101
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Burnham Parkside Apartments
94 Park AvePortland, ME 04101
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Learn the official definition (spending 30% or more of your gross income on housing) and how to calculate your exact rent-to-income ratio. This guide offers expert tips on factoring in total housing costs (including utilities and fees) and budgeting accurately to avoid unnecessary financial strain.
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Spring Street Apartments
314 Spring StPortland, ME 04102
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Shepley Apartments
18 Casco StPortland, ME 04101
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Princeton Village
220 Brighton AvePortland, ME 04102
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The Clark on Pleasant Avenue
3 Pleasant AvePortland, ME 04103
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147 Pleasant Ave
147 Pleasant AvePortland, ME 04103
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West End Place
183 Brackett StPortland, ME 04102
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523-529 Washington Ave.
521-523 Washington AvePortland, ME 04103
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Holiday Woods at Canco
257 Canco RdPortland, ME 04103
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Thomas Edwards House
65 Pine StPortland, ME 04102
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Rumery Lofts
509 Forest AvePortland, ME 04101
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Cortland Court Apartment Homes
696 Westbrook StSouth Portland, ME 04106
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West Portland, Portland, ME Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in West Portland?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Portland Studio Apartments | $2,143 | $1,536 | $2,490 |
| West Portland 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,402 | $1,326 | $3,251 |
| West Portland 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,732 | $1,666 | $4,113 |
| West Portland 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,049 | $2,850 | $3,200 |
| West Portland 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,000 | $3,000 | $3,000 |
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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 $1,500. The Linden has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,025. Here are the most affordable West Portland apartments for rent in Portland, ME:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 645 Congress Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,500 |
| The Linden | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,025 |
| The Armature | Studio Floor Plan A | Studio,1BA | $2,025 |
| The Casco | The Casco - Little Diamond Island | Studio,1BA | $2,290 |
| Winchester Woods | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2,295 |
| JM Real Estate Portland Rentals | 50 Monument Square, Unit 403 | Studio,1BA | $2,358 |
| Nightingale | Nightingale - Florence Nightingale (Workforce H... | 1BR,1BA | $2,385 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Portland, ME
As of August 15, 2026 the best value apartment in the West Portland area is the $2.38 price per square foot 15 Gay St Model at 15 Gay St, Unit 1st Floor in the in the North Deering neighborhood starting from $2,850. The second greatest value West Portland apartment is the 23 Pembroke St Model at 23 Pembroke St starting at $3,200 with a $2.67 price per square foot in the North Deering neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for West Portland apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| 15 Gay St, Unit 1st Floor | 15 Gay St | 3BR,1BA | $2.38 |
| 23 Pembroke St | 23 Pembroke St | 3BR,1BA | $2.67 |
| Winchester Woods | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.53 |
| The Linden | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $3.26 |
| 473 Cumberland Ave, Unit 1 | 473 Cumberland Ave | 1BR,1BA | $2.85 |
| 65 Pine St, Unit B | 65 Pine St | 1BR,1BA | $2.79 |
| JM Real Estate Portland Rentals | 50 Monument Square, Unit 403 | Studio ,1BA | $4.20 |
| The Armature | Studio Floor Plan C w/ Private Balcony | Studio ,1BA | $5.18 |
| 645 Congress Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.75 |
| 31 Deering St | 31 Deering St | 1BR,1BA | $5.00 |
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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 $1,500.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom West Portland Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom West Portland Apartment is $1,520 at 645 Congress Apartments.
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 $2,175 at The Linden.
Expert Rental Resources
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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals
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The idea of affordable housing can be subjective. Every individual is in a different place financially and vocationally. What one may easily afford could be a struggle for someone else.
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Hindsight is 20/20. Live and Learn. With age comes wisdom. We’re familiar with all those expressions, and all of them apply to lessons first-time renters learn.
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Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.
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There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.