
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Scarborough, ME from $1,195 (33 Rentals)
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The Lofts @ 225

Foxcroft Apartments, LLC

Bessey Commons

Burnham Terrace Apartments

Bessey Crossing

Burnham Brookside

Burnham Village Apartments
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1 Walnut St

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174 E Grand Ave, Unit 6

Olde English Village Apartments

6 Imperial St

Redbank Village
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280 State St, Unit 2

3 Durocher Ave

82 Cascade Rd, Unit 16

100 Hardy Rd

189 E Grand Ave, Unit 304

77 Gary L Maietta Pky, Unit 105

757 Main St, Unit 53

Cascade Falls Apartments
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122 Heath Rd, Unit 122 A

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West End Apartments

34 Ocean Park Rd

10 Friend St

Riverbrook Apartments

Woodbridge
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757 Main St
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Scarborough?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Scarborough Studio Apartments | $2,032 | $1,195 | $3,267 |
| Cheap Scarborough 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,230 | $1,195 | $3,791 |
| Cheap Scarborough 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,487 | $1,775 | $3,297 |
| Cheap Scarborough 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,712 | $2,150 | $3,500 |
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Cheapest Available Scarborough Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Scarborough, ME is a 1 Bed unit found at Redbank Village in the South Portland neighborhood priced from $1,625. The Lofts @ 225 has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,850. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Scarborough apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Redbank Village | The Kennebunk | 1BR,1BA | $1,625 |
| The Lofts @ 225 | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,850 |
| Olde English Village Apartments | Two Bedroom Executive | 2BR,1BA | $1,895 |
| Foxcroft Apartments, LLC | Fennec | 2BR,1BA | $1,900 |
| Cloverleaf Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,900 |
| North Village Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,950 |
| Liberty Commons | THE KENNEDY | 1BR,1BA | $2,025 |
| The Beacon at Gateway Apartments | S2 The Portland | Studio,1BA | $2,045 |
| Hackamore North Apartments | Kennebago | 1BR,1BA | $2,095 |
| The Parker | Coburn | 1BR,1BA | $2,095 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Scarborough, ME
As of September 13, 2026 the best value apartment in the Scarborough area is the $2.05 price per square foot Swift Model at Foxcroft Apartments, LLC in the starting from $1,950. The second greatest value Scarborough apartment is the Two Bedroom Executive Model at Olde English Village Apartments starting at $1,895 with a $1.99 price per square foot in the South Portland neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Scarborough apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Foxcroft Apartments, LLC | Swift | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.05 |
| Olde English Village Apartments | Two Bedroom Executive | 2BR,1BA | $1.99 |
| Apartments at Blue Spruce Farm | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath BSF | 2BR,1BA | $2.47 |
| Waterside Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Waterside | 2BR,1BA | $2.47 |
| 197 Brackett Rd, Unit 197 Brackett Rd. Unit 2 | 197 Brackett Rd | 2BR,1BA | $2.24 |
| Hayloft Apartments | Dunstan | 2BR,1BA | $2.97 |
| Liberty Commons | THE KENNEDY | 1BR,1BA | $2.50 |
| Carriage Walk Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Carriage | 1BR,1BA | $3.12 |
| Hackamore Place Apartments | Willard | 1BR,1BA | $3.12 |
| Redbank Village | The Kennebunk | 1BR,1BA | $3.04 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Scarborough Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Scarborough?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Scarborough is at The Lofts @ 225 listed at $1,850.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Scarborough Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Scarborough Apartment is $1,625 at Redbank Village.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Scarborough Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Scarborough is starting from $1,864 at Redbank Village.
What is the most affordable Scarborough Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Scarborough Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Redbank Village and starts from $2,105.
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