Cheap Apartments for Rent in South Portland, ME from $600 (59 Rentals)

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West End Apartments
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

West End Apartments

586 Westbrook StSouth Portland, ME 04106
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Riverbrook Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Riverbrook Apartments

30 Lydia LnSouth Portland, ME 04106
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31 Deering St
$1,750 - $2,000
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$1,750 - $2,000
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31 Deering St

31 Deering StPortland, ME 04101
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property at 19 Summerfield Ln

$1,750

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$1,750
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$1,750

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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19 Summerfield Ln

ScarboroughME04074

Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

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11 Shepley St
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$1,850 - $2,500
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$1,850 - $2,500
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11 Shepley St

11 Shepley StPortland, ME 04101
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property at 76 Glenridge

$1,950

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$1,950
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2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Townhome for Rent

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76 Glenridge

PortlandME04102

Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

Discover how your credit score impacts your ability to lease or buy a home. Learn how credit scores are determined, how to check yours, and strategies to improve it for real estate success.

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property at 60 Parris St

$2,090

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Jun 13

60 Parris St, Unit 401

60 Parris St
PortlandME04101
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33 Atlantic St, Unit 3
$2,100
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33 Atlantic St, Unit 3

33 Atlantic StPortland, ME 04101
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Danforth Heights
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Danforth Heights

48 Salem StPortland, ME 04102
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Trelawny Building
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Trelawny Building

655 Congress StPortland, ME 04101
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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

When searching for a roommate, follow this list of essential steps and set clear expectations to create a solid foundation for a harmonious living situation.

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Bayview Court
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Bayview Court

335 ForestPortland, ME 04101
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The Metropolitan
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

The Metropolitan

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

Old Port Arms

56 Exchange StPortland, ME 04101
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Shepley Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Shepley Apartments

18 Casco StPortland, ME 04101
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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

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South Portland, ME Local Guide

Cheapest Available South Portland Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in South Portland, ME is a 1 Bed unit found at 645 Congress Apartments in the Downtown Portland neighborhood priced from $1,520. The Linden in the Downtown Portland neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,850. Here is today’s list of the most affordable South Portland apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
645 Congress Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,520
The LindenOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,850
Olde English Village ApartmentsTwo Bedroom Executive2BR,1BA$1,895
Foxcroft Apartments, LLCFennec2BR,1BA$1,900
JM Real Estate Portland Rentals50 Monument Unit 306Studio,1BA$1,999
The ArmatureStudio Floor Plan AStudio,1BA$2,029
Redbank VillageThe Willard2BR,1BA$2,085

Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Portland, ME

As of June 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the South Portland area is the $1.80 price per square foot 16 Alba Street Model at 16 Alba Street, Unit 16 in the in the North Deering neighborhood starting from $2,250. The second greatest value South Portland apartment is the THE WASHINGTON DELUXE Model at Liberty Commons starting at $2,670 with a $2.70 price per square foot in the Stroudwater neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Portland apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
16 Alba Street, Unit 1616 Alba Street3BR,1BA$1.80
Liberty CommonsTHE WASHINGTON DELUXE2BR,1.5BA$2.70
Olde English Village ApartmentsTwo Bedroom Executive2BR,1BA$1.99
Foxcroft Apartments, LLCSwift2BR,1.5BA$2.05
Summit Terrace2 Bed2BR,1BA$2.69
Summit Terrace at Woodland2 Bed2BR,1BA$2.63
29 Turner St, Unit 329 Turner St1BR,1BA$2.61
473 Cumberland Ave, Unit 1473 Cumberland Ave1BR,1BA$2.57
645 Congress Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.18
261 Elm St, Unit 3261 Elm St1BR,1BA$2.54

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Portland Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in South Portland?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in South Portland is at JM Real Estate Portland Rentals listed at $1,999.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom South Portland Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom South Portland Apartment is $1,520 at 645 Congress Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom South Portland Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in South Portland is starting from $1,895 at Olde English Village Apartments.

What is the most affordable South Portland Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap South Portland Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Redbank Village and starts from $2,557.

Expert Rental Resources

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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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Written by: Robin Stewart

Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.

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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.

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Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units

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Adaptive reuse is when a commercial property is converted and repurposed. The real estate industry has embraced a growing number of these projects.

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Neighborhood and Market Insights: How to Choose the Right Area to Rent

Written by: Robin Stewart

Apartment-hunting can be a gargantuan task. Renters have a wish list of items—some luxuries, some necessities—but finding what you seek in the right place is perhaps the most important part of the journey.