
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in South Portland, ME (199 Rentals)


Redbank Village

Olde English Village Apartments

261 Elm St, Unit 261 Elm Street
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Carrier Woods Apartments

The Lofts @ 225

Autumn Woods Apartments

117 Lofts

Summit Terrace at Woodland

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The Linden

Princeton on Back Cove

Island View Apartments

645 Congress Apartments
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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 | $2,049 | $1,195 | $2,999 |
South Portland 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,387 | $1,533 | $3,973 |
South Portland 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,900 | $1,775 | $5,580 |
South Portland 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,716 | $2,175 | $3,800 |
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 Island View in the Riverton neighborhood and is 738 square feet priced from $1,995. Autumn Woods Apartments has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 738 square feet and currently listed start at $1,995. 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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Island View | 1 Bedroom Island View | 738 Sq Ft | $1,995 |
Autumn Woods Apartments | 1 Bedroom Autumn Woods | 738 Sq Ft | $1,995 |
The Armature | 1BD Floor Plan A1 | 719 Sq Ft | $2,625 |
Latitude at South Portland | A6 | 710 Sq Ft | $2,603 |
645 Congress Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 700 Sq Ft | $2,162 |
Summit Terrace at Woodland | 1 Bedroom | 650 Sq Ft | $2,250 |
The Linden | One Bedroom | 445 Sq Ft | $1,816 |
Cheapest Available South Portland 1 Bedroom Apartments
As of August 04, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in South Portland, ME is the One Bedroom Model starting from $1,897 at The Linden in the Downtown Portland neighborhood. The second most affordable South Portland 1 Bedroom is the 1 Bedroom Island View Model at Island View starting at $1,995 in the Riverton neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in South Portland is currently $2,387. 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 | $1,897 |
Island View | 1 Bedroom Island View | $1,995 |
Autumn Woods Apartments | 1 Bedroom Autumn Woods | $1,995 |
645 Congress Apartments | 1 Bedroom | $2,162 |
Summit Terrace at Woodland | One Bedroom-Renovated | $2,175 |
Latitude at South Portland | A6 | $2,603 |
The Armature | 1BD Floor Plan A1 | $2,625 |
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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®
27 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- 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 $1,897.
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 $2,387.
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 738 square feet unit starting from $1,995 at Island View.
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 800 sq ft.
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