
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Scarborough, ME from $600 (42 Rentals)
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112 Payne Rd

The Lofts @ 225

Foxcroft Apartments, LLC

North Village Apartments

Hayloft Apartments

Hackamore North Apartments

Bessey Commons
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Burnham Terrace Apartments

Bessey Crossing

Burnham Brookside

Burnham Village Apartments

Burnham Village Apartments

Griffin Road Apartments

Coach Lantern Apartments, LLC

Olde English Village Apartments
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8 Traynor St, Unit 11

8 Traynor St, Unit 1

8 Traynor St, Unit 20

8 Traynor St, Unit 7

6 Sunset Dr

70 E Grand Ave, Unit 112

60 Milliken Mills Rd

189 E Grand Ave, Unit 304
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Cloverleaf Apartments

Cascade Falls Apartments

1 E Grand Ave, Unit Grand Victorian

Redbank Village

Apartments at Blue Spruce Farm

Island View

Autumn Woods Apartments

1 E Grand Ave, Unit 408
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Cortland Court Apartment Homes

West End Apartments

104 Brook St

40 Claman Dr

Riverbrook Apartments

Woodbridge

7 Friend St

37 Cottage St
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210 Beach St

158 Temple Ave
Scarborough, ME Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Scarborough?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Scarborough Studio Apartments | $1,880 | $1,195 | $3,839 |
| Cheap Scarborough 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,317 | $1,500 | $2,761 |
| Cheap Scarborough 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,608 | $1,775 | $3,322 |
| Cheap Scarborough 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,936 | $2,470 | $3,470 |
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Cheapest Available Scarborough Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Scarborough, ME is a 2 Beds unit found at Olde English Village Apartments in the Stroudwater neighborhood priced from $1,895. Foxcroft Apartments, LLC has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,900. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Scarborough apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| Redbank Village | The Willard | 2BR,1BA | $2,085 |
| Apartments at Blue Spruce Farm | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath BSF | 1BR,1BA | $2,150 |
| Autumn Woods Apartments | 1 Bedroom Autumn Woods | 1BR,1BA | $2,195 |
| Hackamore Place Apartments | Willard | 1BR,1BA | $2,253 |
| Carriage Walk Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Carriage | 1BR,1BA | $2,324 |
| Carrier Woods Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Carrier | 1BR,1BA | $2,362 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Scarborough, ME
As of June 14, 2026 the best value apartment in the Scarborough area is the $2.70 price per square foot THE WASHINGTON DELUXE Model at Liberty Commons in the in the Stroudwater neighborhood starting from $2,670. The second greatest value Scarborough apartment is the Swift Model at Foxcroft Apartments, LLC starting at $1,950 with a $2.05 price per square foot . 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Liberty Commons | THE WASHINGTON DELUXE | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.70 |
| Foxcroft Apartments, LLC | Swift | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.05 |
| Olde English Village Apartments | Two Bedroom Executive | 2BR,1BA | $1.99 |
| Waterside Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Waterside | 2BR,1BA | $2.74 |
| Island View | 2 Bedroom Island View | 2BR,1BA | $2.64 |
| Hayloft Apartments | Prouts Neck | 2BR,1BA | $2.99 |
| Carriage Walk Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Carriage | 1BR,1BA | $3.12 |
| Autumn Woods Apartments | 1 Bedroom Autumn Woods | 1BR,1BA | $2.97 |
| Apartments at Blue Spruce Farm | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath BSF | 1BR,1BA | $2.91 |
| Hackamore Place Apartments | Willard | 1BR,1BA | $3.12 |
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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 Cloverleaf Apartments listed at $1,900.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Scarborough Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Scarborough Apartment is $2,105 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 $1,895 at Olde English Village Apartments.
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 $2,555.
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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
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