
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Southwest Harbor, ME from $600 (33 Rentals)
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Mountain View Apartments

24 Merrimac St

16 Park St

90 Elm St

Bradford Commons

Hathaway Creative Center

Appleton Apartments
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16 West St

25 Winter St

17 George St

3 King Ct

53 Water St

77 North St

Lombard Estate

2 Elm St
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Cedarwoods Apartments

Stillwater Village Apartments

17 Donald St

Mayo Mill

34 Chamberlain St

2 Gray Ave

987 Moody Mountain Rd

24 Pleasant St
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347 Ridge Road

6-8 Union St

25 Austin Dr

51 Glenwood Dr

95 Main St

23 Clinton Ave

1337 Hammond St

26 Brooklyn Heights Rd
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240 Pine St
Southwest Harbor, ME Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Southwest Harbor?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southwest Harbor Studio Apartments | $1,042 | $1,000 | $1,070 |
| Southwest Harbor 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,478 | $850 | $2,550 |
| Southwest Harbor 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,656 | $1,000 | $3,000 |
| Southwest Harbor 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,879 | $1,600 | $2,650 |
| Southwest Harbor 4 Bedroom Apartments | $724 | $689 | $759 |
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Cheapest Available Southwest Harbor Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Southwest Harbor, ME is a 1 Bed unit found at Mountain View Apartments priced from $850. Appleton Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,050. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Southwest Harbor apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mountain View Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| Appleton Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,050 |
| 23 Clinton Ave | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,250 |
| Lombard Estate | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,300 |
| Cedarwoods Apartments | 2 Bedroom (units 65-88) | 2BR,1BA | $1,375 |
| 95 Park Street Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,650 |
| The Block | Renovated | 2BR,1BA | $1,680 |
| Old County Estates | Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1,695 |
| 74 Mill St | 1-Bedroom | 1BR,2BA | $1,700 |
| Mayo Mill | B109 | 1BR,1BA | $1,799 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southwest Harbor, ME and Nearby
As of June 15, 2026 the best value apartment in the Southwest Harbor area is the $1.12 price per square foot Renovated Model at The Block in the starting from $1,680. The second greatest value Southwest Harbor apartment is the 3 Bedroom, 3 Bath Model at The Reserve at Orono starting at $729 with a $0.61 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Southwest Harbor apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Block | Renovated | 2BR,1BA | $1.12 |
| The Reserve at Orono | 3 Bedroom, 3 Bath | 3BR,3BA | $0.61 |
| Orchard Trails | 4x2 | 4BR,2BA | $0.62 |
| Old County Estates | Apartment | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.54 |
| Lombard Estate | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.75 |
| Exchange Block | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.17 |
| 95 Park Street Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.94 |
| Cedarwoods Apartments | 2 Bedroom (units 89-112) | 2BR,1BA | $1.75 |
| 23 Clinton Ave | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.92 |
| Appleton Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.33 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Southwest Harbor Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Southwest Harbor Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Southwest Harbor Apartment is $850 at Mountain View Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Southwest Harbor Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Southwest Harbor is starting from $1,025 at Mountain View Apartments.
What is the most affordable Southwest Harbor Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Southwest Harbor Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Lombard Estate and starts from $1,750.
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