
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in South Portland, ME (247 Rentals)


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South Portland, ME Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Portland?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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South Portland Studio Apartments | $2,212 | $1,195 | $3,051 |
South Portland 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,298 | $1,533 | $3,850 |
South Portland 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,536 | $1,775 | $4,995 |
South Portland 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,896 | $2,175 | $4,300 |
South Portland 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,165 | $2,836 | $3,495 |
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Largest Available South Portland 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in South Portland, ME is found at The Armature in the Downtown Portland neighborhood and is 878 square feet priced from $3,305. Nonesuch River Apartments has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 764 square feet and currently listed start at $2,259. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in South Portland:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
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The Armature | 1BD + Office Floor Plan B Furnished | 878 Sq Ft | $3,305 |
Nonesuch River Apartments | One Bedroom-1A | 764 Sq Ft | $2,259 |
Apartments at Blue Spruce Farm | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath BSF | 738 Sq Ft | $2,195 |
Waterside Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Waterside | 738 Sq Ft | $2,195 |
645 Congress Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 700 Sq Ft | $2,162 |
Summit Terrace at Woodland | Cape | 650 Sq Ft | $1,929 |
The Casco | The Casco - Seal Island | 619 Sq Ft | $2,506 |
Nightingale | Nightingale - Anne Casey | 617 Sq Ft | $2,633 |
The Linden | One Bedroom | 430 Sq Ft | $1,722 |
Cheapest Available South Portland 1 Bedroom Apartments
As of September 19, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in South Portland, ME is the One Bedroom Model starting from $1,722 at The Linden in the Downtown Portland neighborhood. The second most affordable South Portland 1 Bedroom is the The Kennebunk Model at Redbank Village starting at $1,794 in the Stroudwater neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in South Portland is currently $2,298. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in South Portland:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
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The Linden | One Bedroom | $1,722 |
Redbank Village | The Kennebunk | $1,794 |
Summit Terrace at Woodland | Summit | $1,865 |
645 Congress Apartments | 1 Bedroom | $2,162 |
Apartments at Blue Spruce Farm | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath BSF | $2,195 |
Waterside Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Waterside | $2,195 |
Hiawatha | Hiawatha 1BD Plan A | $2,232 |
JM Real Estate Portland Rentals | 1006 Congress, Unit 5 | $2,255 |
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Best Local Schools in South Portland, ME
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Getting Around South Portland, ME
Walk Score®
50 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
60 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
28 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
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- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom South Portland Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in South Portland with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in South Portland is at The Linden listed at $1,722.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom South Portland Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in South Portland is $2,298.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom South Portland Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in South Portland is a 878 square feet unit starting from $3,305 at The Armature.
What is the average size for South Portland 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in South Portland is currently 763 sq ft.
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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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