1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in South Portland, ME (200 Rentals)

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Riverbrook Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Riverbrook Apartments

30 Lydia LnSouth Portland, ME 04106
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Riverplace
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Riverplace

1 RiverPlace DrSouth Portland, ME 04106
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Sable Lodge
1 Bedroom Apartments

Sable Lodge

74 Running Hill RdSouth Portland, ME 04106
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Hazard Towers
1 Bedroom Apartments

Hazard Towers

425 BroadwaySouth Portland, ME 04106
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Ridgeland Estates
1 Bedroom Apartments

Ridgeland Estates

109 Ridgeland AveSouth Portland, ME 04106
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171 Cottage Rd
1 Bedroom Apartments

171 Cottage Rd

171 Cottage RdSouth Portland, ME 04106
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Mill Cove
1 Bedroom Apartments

Mill Cove

10 Soule StSouth Portland, ME 04106
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51 Bowdoin Ave
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51 Bowdoin Ave

51 Bowdoin AveSouth Portland, ME 04106
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148 Breakwater Dr
1 Bedroom Apartments

148 Breakwater Dr

148 Breakwater DrSouth Portland, ME 04106
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52 Ocean St
1 Bedroom Apartments

52 Ocean St

52 Ocean StSouth Portland, ME 04106

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155 High St
1 Bedroom Apartments

155 High St

155 High StSouth Portland, ME 04106
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366 Cottage Rd
1 Bedroom Apartments

366 Cottage Rd

366 Cottage RdSouth Portland, ME 04106

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Danforth Heights
1 Bedroom Apartments

Danforth Heights

48 Salem StPortland, ME 04102
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Trelawny Building
1 Bedroom Apartments

Trelawny Building

655 Congress StPortland, ME 04101
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Old Port Arms
1 Bedroom Apartments

Old Port Arms

56 Exchange StPortland, ME 04101

South Portland, ME Local Guide

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 $4,000. Liberty Commons in the Stroudwater neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 810 square feet and currently listed start at $2,355. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in South Portland:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
The Armature1BD + Office Floor Plan B Furnished878 Sq Ft$4,000
Liberty CommonsTHE KENNEDY810 Sq Ft$2,355
Blue Spruce Farm Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bath BSF738 Sq Ft$1,995
Latitude at South PortlandA6710 Sq Ft$2,499
645 Congress Apartments1 Bedroom700 Sq Ft$2,162
The CascoThe Casco - Peaks Island519 Sq Ft$2,633

Cheapest Available South Portland 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of June 28, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in South Portland, ME is the 1 Bedroom 1 Bath BSF Model starting from $1,995 at Blue Spruce Farm Apartments in the Riverton neighborhood. The second most affordable South Portland 1 Bedroom is the 1 Bedroom Model at 645 Congress Apartments starting at $2,162 in the Downtown Portland neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in South Portland is currently $2,329. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in South Portland:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Blue Spruce Farm Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bath BSF$1,995
645 Congress Apartments1 Bedroom$2,162
Liberty CommonsTHE KENNEDY$2,355
Latitude at South PortlandA6$2,499
The CascoThe Casco - Peaks Island$2,633
The Armature1BD Floor Plan C$3,495

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Getting Around South Portland, ME

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50 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

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60 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

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27 / 100

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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 Blue Spruce Farm Apartments listed at $1,995.

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 $2,329.

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 $4,000 at The Armature.

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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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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

Written by: Cheryl Bowman

A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Written by: Marie Brown

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.

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The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters

Written by: Bobbi Jackson

If you’re looking to relocate right now, a popular solution that may best fit your current rental needs is a short-term lease.