
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the West Portland Neighborhood of Portland, ME from $600 (32 Rentals)
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645 Congress Apartments

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473 Cumberland Ave, Unit 1

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31 Deering St

Back Bay Tower

Nightingale

The Linden

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21 Fessenden St, Unit 19-4
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19 Crescent St, Unit 4

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11 Shepley St

14 Boynton St

The Casco

19 Crescent St, Unit 1

JM Real Estate Portland Rentals

537 Congress St

The Armature
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Trelawny Building

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Bayview Court

The Metropolitan

Deering Place Apartments
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Princeton Village

The Clark on Pleasant Avenue

105 Brackett St

147 Pleasant Ave

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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 | $2,246 | $1,556 | $2,643 |
| West Portland 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,432 | $1,326 | $3,675 |
| West Portland 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,474 | $1,837 | $3,850 |
| West Portland 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,084 | $2,770 | $3,500 |
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There are currently 32 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the West Portland Neighborhood of Portland, ME.
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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 1 Bed unit found at 645 Congress Apartments priced from $1,520. The Linden has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,825. Here are the most affordable West Portland apartments for rent in Portland, ME:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 645 Congress Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,520 |
| The Linden | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,825 |
| JM Real Estate Portland Rentals | 50 Monument Unit 306 | Studio,1BA | $1,999 |
| The Casco | The Casco - Back Cove | Studio,1BA | $2,010 |
| The Armature | Studio Floor Plan A | Studio,1BA | $2,029 |
| Winchester Woods | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2,295 |
| Nightingale | Nightingale - Maud Booth | Studio,1BA | $2,403 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Portland, ME
As of June 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the West Portland area is the $2.69 price per square foot 78 Lamb St Model at 78 Lamb St, Unit 2 in the in the Riverton neighborhood starting from $3,500. The second greatest value West Portland apartment is the Two Bedroom Model at Winchester Woods starting at $2,295 with a $2.53 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 78 Lamb St, Unit 2 | 78 Lamb St | 3BR,1BA | $2.69 |
| Winchester Woods | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.53 |
| 645 Congress Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.18 |
| The Linden | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $3.26 |
| 473 Cumberland Ave, Unit 1 | 473 Cumberland Ave | 1BR,1BA | $2.58 |
| JM Real Estate Portland Rentals | 50 Monument Unit 306 | Studio ,1BA | $4.49 |
| The Armature | Studio Floor Plan C w/ Private Balcony | Studio ,1BA | $5.36 |
| 31 Deering St | 31 Deering St | 1BR,1BA | $5.00 |
| The Casco | The Casco - Little Diamond Island | Studio ,1BA | $6.11 |
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4.0Pet Friendly
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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 JM Real Estate Portland Rentals listed at $1,999.
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.
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