Cheap Homes for Rent in Saco, ME from $1,000 (15 Rentals)

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property at 16 Smithwheel Rd

$1,500

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$1,500

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$1,500

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Jun 1

16 Smithwheel Rd, Unit 17, Unit 17

16 Smithwheel Rd
Old Orchard BeachME04064

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property at 1 E Grand Ave

$2,100

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$2,100

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$2,100

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Sep 6

1 E Grand Ave, Unit 512, Unit 512

1 E Grand Ave
Old Orchard BeachME04064
property at 210 Beach St

$2,100

2 Bedroom Rentals

Available Now

210 Beach St

SacoME04072

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Saco, ME Local Guide

Cheapest Available Saco Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Saco, ME is a 2 Beds unit found at Saco Island priced from $1,080. Riverview Falls Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,095. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Saco apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Saco Island2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1,080
Riverview Falls Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1,095
100 Main St100 Main St #407Studio,1BA$1,700
Lofts on the LeveeStudio Floor Plan A | Lofts SouthStudio,1BA$1,755
The EddyStudio | Treeline ViewStudio,1BA$1,795

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Saco, ME

As of May 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the Saco area is the $1.79 price per square foot 23 Lafayette St Model at 23 Lafayette St, Unit #1 in the starting from $2,499. The second greatest value Saco apartment is the 3 Sherman Circle Model at 3 Sherman Circle starting at $2,690 with a $2.18 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Saco apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
23 Lafayette St, Unit #123 Lafayette St3BR,1BA$1.79
3 Sherman Circle3 Sherman Circle2BR,2.5BA$2.18
15 Moody St, Unit A15 Moody St2BR,1BA$2.02
87 Pool St, Unit 30187 Pool St2BR,1BA$1.64
31 Dunstan Landing Rd, Unit 31 Dunstand Landing31 Dunstan Landing Rd3BR,2BA$2.67
71 Pike St, Unit 201 B71 Pike St4BR,1BA$2.65
8 Raymond St, Unit 2018 Raymond St1BR,1BA$2.00
Riverview Falls Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1.39
156 Main St, Unit 8156 Main StStudio ,1BA$2.90
100 Main St100 Main St #407Studio ,1BA$3.40

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From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Saco

What type of rentals are currently available in Saco?

There are currently 255 Apartments for Rent in Saco, ME with pricing that ranges from $1,080 to $3,495. There are also 53 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Saco ranging from $1,050 to $49,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Saco?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Saco ranges from $1,050 to $49,500 with an average monthly rent of $11,580.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Saco?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Saco range from $2,200 to $2,800, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,100 to $4,400. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,500 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,650.

Expert Rental Resources

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A Seasoned Property Manager's Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Your Deposit Back

Written by: Lauren Harrington

I’m going to talk with you as a seasoned property manager and friend. So, let’s start with your security deposit. I want you to think about this guide as insider information. You deserve your deposit back.

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Expert Solutions for Creating the Perfect Work-From-Home Apartment Layouts

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article is based on first-hand experience managing apartment communities and helping renters adapt to their spaces after moving in.

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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Other than tax professionals, I can’t think of anyone who looks forward to tax season. For everybody else, April is a stressful month to collect information and meet deadlines.