
Cheap Homes for Rent in Scarborough, ME from $1,300 (17 Rentals)
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8 Traynor St, Unit 1

8 Traynor St, Unit 20

8 Traynor St, Unit 7

6 Sunset Dr
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104 Brook St

6 Acorn St

112 Payne Rd

40 Claman Dr

19 Summerfield Ln
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7 Friend St

105 Brackett St

37 Cottage St

158 Temple Ave

1 E Grand Ave, Unit 408
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60 Parris St

70 E Grand Ave
Scarborough, ME Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Scarborough?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scarborough 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,663 | $1,600 | $5,400 |
| Scarborough 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,207 | $2,400 | $4,250 |
| Scarborough 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,777 | $2,200 | $8,500 |
| Scarborough 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,750 | $4,500 | $5,000 |
| Scarborough 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $16,775 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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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 Kennebunk | 1BR,1BA | $2,009 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Scarborough, ME
As of June 19, 2026 the best value apartment in the Scarborough area is the $2.46 price per square foot C1 The Peaks Model at The Beacon at Gateway Apartments in the starting from $3,460. The second greatest value Scarborough apartment is the 60 Milliken Mills Rd Model at 60 Milliken Mills Rd starting at $1,800 with a $1.80 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Beacon at Gateway Apartments | C1 The Peaks | 3BR,2BA | $2.46 |
| 60 Milliken Mills Rd | 60 Milliken Mills Rd | 1BR,1BA | $1.80 |
| Liberty Commons | THE WASHINGTON DELUXE | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.62 |
| Foxcroft Apartments, LLC | Swift | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.05 |
| Olde English Village Apartments | Two Bedroom Executive | 2BR,1BA | $1.99 |
| Island View | 2 Bedroom Island View | 2BR,1BA | $2.64 |
| Hayloft Apartments | Prouts Neck | 2BR,1BA | $2.99 |
| 15 Minuteman Dr, Unit 1 | 15 Minuteman Dr | 1BR,1BA | $3.06 |
| 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 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Scarborough?
There are currently 94 Apartments for Rent in Scarborough, ME with pricing that ranges from $1,195 to $3,839. There are also 58 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Scarborough ranging from $1,395 to $16,775.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Scarborough?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Scarborough ranges from $1,395 to $16,775 with an average monthly rent of $5,138.
Expert Rental Resources
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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.

Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units
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Adaptive reuse is when a commercial property is converted and repurposed. The real estate industry has embraced a growing number of these projects.