
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Neighborhood of Portland, ME from $800 (15 Rentals)
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Princeton on Back Cove

645 Congress Apartments

The Linden

117 Lofts
Downtown, Portland, ME Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Downtown Studio Apartments | $2,004 | $1,174 | $2,450 |
Downtown 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,304 | $1,367 | $4,000 |
Downtown 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,646 | $1,789 | $5,680 |
Downtown 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,250 | $2,175 | $4,400 |
Downtown 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,836 | $2,836 | $2,836 |
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There are currently 15 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Neighborhood of Portland, ME.
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Cheapest Available Downtown Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown area of Portland, ME is a Studio unit found at 645 Congress Apartments priced from $1,425. The Linden has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,500. Here are the most affordable Downtown apartments for rent in Portland, ME:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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645 Congress Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,425 |
The Linden | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,500 |
Summit Terrace at Woodland | Junior One Bedroom Newly Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1,693 |
Winchester Woods | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,750 |
The Armature | Studio Floor Plan A | Studio,1BA | $1,900 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown, ME
As of March 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown area is the $2.52 price per square foot 3 Bed 2 Bath Model at Back Bay Tower in the in the Downtown Portland neighborhood starting from $2,950. The second greatest value Downtown apartment is the 3 Grant St Model at 3 Grant St, Unit 3 starting at $4,000 with a $4.00 price per square foot in the Downtown Portland neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Back Bay Tower | 3 Bed 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $2.52 |
3 Grant St, Unit 3 | 3 Grant St | 1BR,1BA | $4.00 |
Summit Terrace | 2BR Balcony | 2BR,1BA | $2.32 |
Winchester Woods | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.53 |
29 Turner St, Unit 2 | 29 Turner St | 1BR,1BA | $2.21 |
14 Quebec St, Unit 3 | 14 Quebec St | 2BR,1BA | $3.21 |
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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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Downtown?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Downtown is at 645 Congress Apartments listed at $1,425.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Apartment is $1,500 at The Linden.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Downtown Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown is starting from $2,000 at Back Bay Tower.
What is the most affordable Downtown Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Downtown Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Back Bay Tower and starts from $2,950.
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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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