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10 King St

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Scarborough, ME Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Scarborough?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Scarborough 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,518 | $1,675 | $4,300 |
Scarborough 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,190 | $2,500 | $4,500 |
Scarborough 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,875 | $3,400 | $4,500 |
Scarborough 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,500 | $4,500 | $4,500 |
Scarborough 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $18,775 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available Scarborough Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Scarborough, ME is a 1 Bed unit found at Redbank Village in the Stroudwater neighborhood priced from $1,809. North Village Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio 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 |
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Redbank Village | The Kennebunk | 1BR,1BA | $1,809 |
North Village Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,900 |
Cloverleaf Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,900 |
Hayloft Apartments | Blackpt | 1BR,1BA | $2,095 |
The Parker | Kennebago | 1BR,1BA | $2,135 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Scarborough, ME
As of September 12, 2025 the best value apartment in the Scarborough area is the $2.14 price per square foot THE ROOSEVELT DELUXE Model at Liberty Commons in the in the Stroudwater neighborhood starting from $3,125. The second greatest value Scarborough apartment is the 2B2B Model at Plaza 15 starting at $2,750 with a $2.14 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. |
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Liberty Commons | THE ROOSEVELT DELUXE | 3BR,2BA | $2.14 |
Plaza 15 | 2B2B | 2BR,2BA | $2.14 |
5 Sherman Circle, Unit Unit 1 | 5 Sherman Circle | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.85 |
Island View | 2 Bedroom Island View | 2BR,1BA | $2.74 |
Hackamore Place Apartments | Cliff House | 2BR,1BA | $2.72 |
Carriage Walk Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Carriage | 2BR,1BA | $2.92 |
Nonesuch River Apartments | One Bedroom-1A | 1BR,1BA | $2.99 |
Hayloft Apartments | Blackpt | 1BR,1BA | $2.83 |
Waterside Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Waterside | 1BR,1BA | $2.97 |
The Beacon at Gateway Apartments | S1 The Kennebunk | Studio ,1BA | $3.34 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Scarborough
What type of rentals are currently available in Scarborough?
There are currently 92 Apartments for Rent in Scarborough, ME with pricing that ranges from $1,195 to $3,436. There are also 63 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Scarborough ranging from $1,325 to $18,775.
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 $1,325 to $18,775 with an average monthly rent of $5,114.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Scarborough?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Scarborough range from $2,250 to $3,436, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,500 to $4,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,400 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,800.
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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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