
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in South Portland, ME (264 Rentals)


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Olde English Village Apartments

204 High St

Breakwater at Spring Point

51 Bowdoin Ave

444 Sawyer St

155 High St

52 Ocean St

171 Cottage Rd
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611 Main St

Landry Woods

Harbor Place Condominium

366 Cottage Rd

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Sable Lodge

Hazard Towers

Ridgeland Estates

Mill Cove

The Betsy Ross House

Nonesuch River Apartments

Back Bay Tower

Autumn Woods Apartments

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The Armature

The Casco

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Latitude at South Portland

Nightingale

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11 Shepley St

Island View

The Lofts @ 225

Summit Terrace at Woodland

Apartments at Blue Spruce Farm

117 Lofts
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The Linden

Princeton on Back Cove

Island View

Hiawatha

645 Congress Apartments

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15 Minuteman Dr, Unit 1

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31 Deering St

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33 Atlantic St, Unit 3

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161 Pearl St, Unit 1

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473 Cumberland Ave, Unit 1
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Portland?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Portland Studio Apartments | $2,232 | $1,195 | $3,839 |
South Portland 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,399 | $1,326 | $3,622 |
| South Portland 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,504 | $1,666 | $3,750 |
| South Portland 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,746 | $1,937 | $4,500 |
| South Portland 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,200 | $3,200 | $3,200 |
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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 Liberty Commons in the South Portland neighborhood and is 810 square feet priced from $2,282. Nonesuch River Apartments has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 764 square feet and currently listed start at $2,370. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in South Portland:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Liberty Commons | THE KENNEDY | 810 Sq Ft | $2,282 |
| Nonesuch River Apartments | One Bedroom-1A | 764 Sq Ft | $2,370 |
| Carrier Woods Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Carrier | 748 Sq Ft | $2,362 |
| Apartments at Blue Spruce Farm | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath BSF | 738 Sq Ft | $2,245 |
| Latitude at South Portland | A6 | 710 Sq Ft | $2,689 |
| The Armature | 1BD Floor Plan A | 701 Sq Ft | $2,907 |
| The Casco | The Casco - Chebeague Island | 698 Sq Ft | $2,797 |
| The Linden | One Bedroom | 696 Sq Ft | $1,900 |
| 645 Congress Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 696 Sq Ft | $1,520 |
| Redbank Village | The Kennebunk | 535 Sq Ft | $1,910 |
Cheapest Available South Portland 1 Bedroom Apartments
As of July 07, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in South Portland, ME is the 1 Bedroom Model starting from $1,520 at 645 Congress Apartments in the Downtown Portland neighborhood. The second most affordable South Portland 1 Bedroom is the One Bedroom Model at The Linden starting at $1,900 . The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in South Portland is currently $2,399. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in South Portland:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| 645 Congress Apartments | 1 Bedroom | $1,520 |
| The Linden | One Bedroom | $1,900 |
| Redbank Village | The Kennebunk | $1,910 |
| Apartments at Blue Spruce Farm | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath BSF | $2,195 |
| Autumn Woods Apartments | 1 Bedroom Autumn Woods | $2,195 |
| Liberty Commons | THE KENNEDY | $2,282 |
| Latitude at South Portland | A2 | $2,359 |
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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 645 Congress Apartments listed at $1,520.
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 $2,399.
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 810 square feet unit starting from $2,282 at Liberty Commons.
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 577 sq ft.
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