
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Shapleigh, ME from $700 (40 Rentals)
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Saco Island

Riverview Falls Apartments

Granite Village

Tara Meadows

Winchester Arms

McDuffee Brook Apartments

The Rapids on Cocheco
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Royal Oak Apartments

100 Main St

Sanford Pointe

Nasson in the Pines | Fobes Hall

Clark Brook Apartments

Country Brook Estates

Lofts on the Levee

The Eddy
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Princeton Dover Apartments

The Lofts @ 225

Residences at Cocheco River

The Thomas Apartments

Cloverleaf Apartments

Cascade Falls Apartments

The Residences at Spaulding Place, Large 2 bed 1 bath modern apartment with W/D Hook ups.

The Plains
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Colindale Estates

Sullivan School Apartments

162 Narragansett St

3 Meadow Brook Dr

136 Range Rd

416 Main St

28 Chestnut St

The Eleven
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Saco Woods

The Edge at Berwick - 8 Main Street

Cummings Mill

37 Cottage St

Goodall Place

126 Sullivan St

20 Preble St

997 NH-11
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Shapleigh, ME Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Shapleigh?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shapleigh Studio Apartments | $1,876 | $1,130 | $2,245 |
| Shapleigh 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,222 | $765 | $2,685 |
| Shapleigh 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,394 | $825 | $3,495 |
| Shapleigh 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,052 | $2,350 | $3,485 |
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Cheapest Available Shapleigh Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Shapleigh, ME is a 2 Beds unit found at Saco Island priced from $1,080. Riverview Falls Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,095. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Shapleigh apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Saco Island | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,080 |
| Riverview Falls Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,095 |
| Tara Meadows | Studio Upgraded | Studio,1BA | $1,298 |
| McDuffee Brook Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,500 |
| Winchester Arms | 1 - C | 1BR,1BA | $1,550 |
| The Rapids on Cocheco | 1BA1BR | 1BR,1BA | $1,580 |
| Royal Oak Apartments | Standard One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,695 |
| Sanford Pointe | 38 Patriots Ln #3809 | 2BR,1BA | $1,700 |
| 100 Main St | 100 Main St #407 | Studio,1BA | $1,700 |
| Nasson in the Pines | Fobes Hall | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,750 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Shapleigh, ME and Nearby
As of May 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the Shapleigh area is the $1.72 price per square foot 3BR2.5BA Model at Highfield Commons in the in the South Rochester neighborhood starting from $2,886. The second greatest value Shapleigh apartment is the Brand New Townhomes! End Unit 3 Bedroom 2 Bath ... Model at Bayberry Commons- 3 Bedroom 2.5 Bath Townhomes with 2 Car Garage starting at $3,450 with a $2.26 price per square foot in the South Rochester neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Shapleigh apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Highfield Commons | 3BR2.5BA | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.72 |
| Bayberry Commons- 3 Bedroom 2.5 Bath Townhomes with 2 Car Garage | Brand New Townhomes! End Unit 3 Bedroom 2 Bath ... | 3BR,2.5BA | $2.26 |
| Folger's Landing | Maple Townhouse Front | 3BR,2BA | $2.18 |
| Paul's Place | Two-Floor Over Garden | 3BR,2BA | $2.12 |
| Sanford Pointe | 38 Patriots Ln #3804 | 2BR,1BA | $1.42 |
| The Howard | 2 Bed/2 Bath B1 | 2BR,2BA | $2.42 |
| The Plains | 2BR1BA | 2BR,1BA | $2.29 |
| Riverview Falls Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.39 |
| McDuffee Brook Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| The Rapids on Cocheco | 1BA1BR | 1BR,1BA | $2.44 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Shapleigh Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Shapleigh?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Shapleigh is at Tara Meadows listed at $1,298.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Shapleigh Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Shapleigh Apartment is $1,095 at Riverview Falls Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Shapleigh Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Shapleigh is starting from $1,080 at Saco Island.
What is the most affordable Shapleigh Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Shapleigh Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Royal Oak Apartments and starts from $2,595.
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