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Princeton Pines
1375 Forest AvePortland, ME 04103
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100 Forest ParkPortland, ME 04101
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645 Congress Apartments
645 Congress StPortland, ME 04101
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117 Preble StPortland, ME 04101
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City Center, Portland, ME Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in City Center?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| City Center Studio Apartments | $1,948 | $1,174 | $2,290 |
| City Center 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,293 | $1,367 | $4,000 |
| City Center 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,605 | $1,728 | $5,680 |
| City Center 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,071 | $2,175 | $4,400 |
| City Center 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,377 | $3,130 | $3,625 |
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There are currently 12 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the City Center Neighborhood of Portland, ME.
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Cheapest Available City Center Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the City Center area of Portland, ME is a Studio unit found at 645 Congress Apartments priced from $1,425. Summit Terrace at Woodland has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,693. Here are the most affordable City Center apartments for rent in Portland, ME:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 645 Congress Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,425 |
| Summit Terrace at Woodland | Junior One Bedroom Newly Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1,693 |
| The Linden | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,725 |
| Winchester Woods | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,750 |
| Redbank Village | The Kennebunk | 1BR,1BA | $1,765 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in City Center, ME
As of March 22, 2025 the best value apartment in the City Center area is the $0.32 price per square foot 280 State St Model at 280 State St, Unit #4 - Basement in the in the Downtown Portland neighborhood starting from $1,800. The second greatest value City Center apartment is the 3 Bed 2 Bath Model at Back Bay Tower starting at $2,950 with a $2.52 price per square foot in the Downtown Portland neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for City Center apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 280 State St, Unit #4 - Basement | 280 State St | 2BR,1BA | $0.32 |
| Back Bay Tower | 3 Bed 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $2.52 |
| Princeton Pines | 3 Bedroom Townhouse | 3BR,1.5BA | $2.54 |
| Summit Terrace | 2BR Balcony | 2BR,1BA | $2.32 |
| Winchester Woods | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.53 |
| Liberty Commons | THE KENNEDY | 1BR,1BA | $2.44 |
| 645 Congress Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.18 |
| The Linden | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $3.14 |
| 117 Lofts | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.80 |
| Summit Terrace at Woodland | Junior One Bedroom Newly Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $3.63 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleCity Center, Portland, ME
Ranked #7
Among neighborhoods in Portland, ME for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Getting Around the City Center Neighborhood in Portland, ME
Walk Score®
98 / 100
Walker’s Paradise
Daily errands do not require a car
Bike Score®
84 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
53 / 100
Good Transit
Many nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap City Center Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in City Center?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in City Center is at 645 Congress Apartments listed at $1,425.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom City Center Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom City Center Apartment is $1,693 at Summit Terrace at Woodland.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom City Center Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in City Center is starting from $2,000 at Back Bay Tower.
What is the most affordable City Center Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap City Center Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Redbank Village and starts from $2,310.
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