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8 Traynor St, Unit 12

8 Traynor St, Unit 18

8 Traynor St, Unit 1

46 E Grand Ave, Unit 1

46 E Grand Ave
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174 E Grand Ave

5 Kinney Ave, Unit 202

34 Washington Ave

34 Ocean Park Rd

154 Washington Ave

5 Edwards Ave
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10 Friend St

37 Cottage St

40 Claman Dr

189 E Grand Ave, Unit 304

77 Gary L Maietta Pky, Unit 105

205 E Grand Ave, Unit 4A
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105 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 | $2,577 | $1,600 | $4,500 |
| Scarborough 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,636 | $2,100 | $9,500 |
| Scarborough 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,220 | $2,500 | $4,200 |
| Scarborough 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $9,750 | $5,000 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available Scarborough Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Scarborough, ME is a 1 Bed unit found at Redbank Village in the South Portland neighborhood priced from $1,845. Olde English Village Apartments in the South Portland neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,895. 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 | $1,845 |
| 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 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Scarborough, ME and Nearby
As of August 03, 2026 the best value apartment in the Scarborough area is the $2.80 price per square foot 43 Southwell Ave Model at 43 Southwell Ave, Unit 43 Southwell in the in the South Portland neighborhood starting from $2,800. 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 43 Southwell Ave, Unit 43 Southwell | 43 Southwell Ave | 3BR,1BA | $2.80 |
| 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 | $2.63 |
| Island View | 2 Bedroom Island View | 2BR,1BA | $2.63 |
| 9 Whitehall Ave, Unit 2 | 9 Whitehall Ave | 2BR,1BA | $3.06 |
| Liberty Commons | THE KENNEDY | 1BR,1BA | $2.75 |
| 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 | $2.97 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Scarborough
What type of rentals are currently available in Scarborough?
There are currently 98 Apartments for Rent in Scarborough, ME with pricing that ranges from $1,195 to $4,032. There are also 62 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Scarborough ranging from $1,395 to $14,500.
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 $14,500 with an average monthly rent of $3,213.
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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals
Written by: Robin Stewart
The idea of affordable housing can be subjective. Every individual is in a different place financially and vocationally. What one may easily afford could be a struggle for someone else.

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Hindsight is 20/20. Live and Learn. With age comes wisdom. We’re familiar with all those expressions, and all of them apply to lessons first-time renters learn.

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There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.