
Homes for Rent in South Portland, ME (52 Rentals)


77 Gary L Maietta Pky, Unit 105

182 Margaret St

215 High St

757 Main St

18 Ocean St

39 Blue Spruce Farm Rd

48 State St, Unit 21

45 Eastern Promenade, Unit 2F

280 State St, Unit 2
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25 High St, Unit 506

15 Craigie St

387 Commercial St, Unit #535

40 Leland St, Unit 2

175 Pine St, Unit 2-H

Furnished Studio-Portland - Scarborough

42 Powsland St

1 Horton Pl, Unit 1

5 Parcher Ave

35 Sumac St
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100 Hardy Rd

17 Elizabeth St

21 Houghton St

180 High St

593 Washington Ave

18 Fairfield Rd

14 Free St

6 Graham St

61 High St

40 Leland St
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383 Commercial St

1 Sulky Run

29 Ox Plow Ln

439 Main St

7 Russell St

1 Forsythia Ln

28 Clifton St

34 Ocean Park Rd
41 Beacon St

22 Hancock St
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39 Merganser St

387 Commercial St

52 Wild Dunes Way

105 E Grand Ave

16 Frontrunner Wy

121 Wellington Rd

5 Settlers Ct

118 Pierce St

19 Legacy Ln

61 Julian Huxley Ln
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South Portland, ME Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in South Portland?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Portland 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,929 | $1,600 | $5,750 |
| South Portland 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,340 | $2,200 | $6,500 |
| South Portland 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,742 | $2,500 | $4,200 |
| South Portland 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,750 | $4,500 | $5,000 |
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A Seasoned Property Manager's Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Your Deposit Back
Learn the property manager's true secrets to a zero-deduction move-out. Use this step-by-step guide on documentation, cleaning, and lease-reading to reclaim your security deposit.
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Best Local Schools in South Portland, ME
Dora L Small Elementary School
Daniel F. Mahoney Middle School
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Frequently Asked Questions about South Portland
What type of rentals are currently available in South Portland?
There are currently 607 Apartments for Rent in South Portland, ME with pricing that ranges from $1,195 to $4,730. There are also 55 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in South Portland ranging from $1,600 to $6,500.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in South Portland?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in South Portland ranges from $1,600 to $6,500 with an average monthly rent of $3,087.
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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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Exploring Rental Options: Apartments, Townhomes, and Lofts - Oh My!
Written by: Robin Stewart
Where do you see yourself? When you think of home, sweet home, are you in a 3/2 apartment? Dreaming of a tall townhome? Maybe an industrial loft heavy on cool vibes is on your visioning board.

Practical Tips for Renters: How to Identify a Great Rental and Avoid Red Flags
Written by: Robin Stewart
Renters want to find a great apartment, the right place for them, one that checks all the boxes of location, rental cost, amenities, safety, and more.

First Apartment Regrets: Real Renters Share What They'd Do Differently
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Hindsight is 20/20. Live and Learn. With age comes wisdom. We’re familiar with all those expressions, and all of them apply to lessons first-time renters learn.

Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It
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Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.