
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Portland Neighborhood of Portland, ME (162 Rentals)


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Downtown Portland, Portland, ME Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Portland?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Downtown Portland Studio Apartments | $2,087 | $1,174 | $2,420 |
Downtown Portland 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,305 | $1,367 | $3,305 |
Downtown Portland 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,595 | $1,727 | $5,480 |
Downtown Portland 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,250 | $2,175 | $4,400 |
Downtown Portland 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,836 | $2,836 | $2,836 |
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There are currently 162 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Portland Neighborhood of Portland, ME.
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Largest Available Downtown Portland 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in the Downtown Portland area of Portland, ME is found at The Armature and is listed at 778 square feet priced from $3,100. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
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The Armature | 1BD Floor Plan D | 778 Sq Ft | $3,100 |
645 Congress Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 700 Sq Ft | $2,162 |
The Casco | The Casco - Fore River | 665 Sq Ft | $3,000 |
Hiawatha | Hiawatha 1BD Plan P | 580 Sq Ft | $2,684 |
Cheapest Available Downtown Portland 1 Bedroom Apartments
Currently the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit Downtown Portland of Portland, ME is the 1 Bedroom Model starting from $2,162 at 645 Congress Apartments. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Downtown Portland is currently $2,305. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in the area:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
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645 Congress Apartments | 1 Bedroom | $2,162 |
The Armature | JR 1BR Floor Plan C | $2,250 |
Hiawatha | Hiawatha 1BD Plan P | $2,684 |
The Casco | The Casco - Fore River | $3,000 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Downtown Portland Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Downtown Portland with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Downtown Portland is at 645 Congress Apartments listed at $2,162.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Downtown Portland Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Portland is $2,305.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Downtown Portland Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Downtown Portland is a 778 square feet unit starting from $3,100 at The Armature.
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