
Studio Apartments for Rent in South Portland, ME (319 Rentals)


West End Apartments II

352 Cottage Rd

Kingswood Park Condominiums

West End Apartments

299-301 Ocean St

St. Cyr Court

Brick Hill Townhouses

Hazard Towers

Brick Hill Cottages
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Brick Hill Heights

The Armature

The Casco

Latitude at South Portland

Nightingale

The Lofts @ 225

117 Lofts

46 Market St

JM Real Estate Portland Rentals

645 Congress Apartments
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Furnished Studio-Portland - Scarborough

34 Washington Ave

Portland House

227-229 Cumberland Ave

807 Congress St

272 State St

137-139 Neal St

131 State St

479-481 Saint Johns St

790-792 Congress St
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27 Sherman St

29 St Lawrence St

12 Hanover St

21 Grant St

80 North St

11-13 Grant St

200 Park Ave

55 Sherman St

528 Deering Ave

62 Waterville St
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1-3 Sherman St

119 Sherman St

77-79 Sherman St

153-155 York St

90 Atlantic St

117 Winter St

113 Franklin Arterial

9 Deering St

129 Grant St

84 Grant St
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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 | $2,251 | $1,195 | $3,710 |
| South Portland 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,381 | $1,326 | $4,032 |
| South Portland 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,484 | $1,666 | $4,113 |
| South Portland 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,506 | $1,150 | $4,500 |
| South Portland 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,200 | $3,200 | $3,200 |
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Largest Available South Portland Studio Apartments
The largest available Studio apartment unit in South Portland, ME is found at 46 Market St in the Downtown Portland neighborhood and is 1,050 square feet priced from $2,627. Nightingale has the second largest Studio, which is sized at 694 square feet and currently listed start at $2,572. Here is today’s list of the largest available Studio units in South Portland:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 46 Market St | Studio | 1,050 Sq Ft | $2,627 |
| Nightingale | Nightingale - Martha Jane Cannary (ADA) | 694 Sq Ft | $2,572 |
| JM Real Estate Portland Rentals | 50 Monument Square, Unit 403 | 562 Sq Ft | $2,358 |
| The Armature | Studio w/ Bed Nook Floor Plan A | 521 Sq Ft | $2,250 |
| The Casco | The Casco - Back Bay | 407 Sq Ft | $2,322 |
| 645 Congress Apartments | Studio | 400 Sq Ft | $1,500 |
Cheapest Available South Portland Studio Apartments
As of July 29, 2026 the lowest priced Studio apartment unit in South Portland, ME is the Studio Model starting from $1,500 at 645 Congress Apartments in the Downtown Portland neighborhood. The second most affordable South Portland Studio is the Studio w/ Bed Nook Floor Plan C Model at The Armature starting at $2,125 . The average price for all Studio apartments in South Portland is currently $2,251. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available Studio options in South Portland:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| 645 Congress Apartments | Studio | $1,500 |
| The Armature | Studio w/ Bed Nook Floor Plan C | $2,125 |
| The Casco | The Casco - Back Bay | $2,322 |
| JM Real Estate Portland Rentals | 50 Monument Square, Unit 403 | $2,358 |
| Nightingale | Nightingale - Martha Jane Cannary (ADA) | $2,572 |
| 46 Market St | Studio | $2,627 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Studio South Portland Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in South Portland with Studio?
Currently the most affordable Studio in South Portland is at 645 Congress Apartments listed at $1,500.
How much is the average rent for a Studio South Portland Apartment?
The average rent for a Studio Apartment in South Portland is $2,251.
What is the largest available Studio South Portland Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in South Portland is a 1,050 square feet unit starting from $2,627 at 46 Market St.
What is the average size for South Portland Studio Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Studio rental in South Portland is currently 470 sq ft.
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