140 Main St
BiddefordME04005
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6 Sunset Dr
Old Orchard BeachME04064
148 Main St
BiddefordME04005
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46 E Grand Ave
Old Orchard BeachME04064
689 Oak Hill Rd
StandishME04084
106 Granite St
BiddefordME04005
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86 Bacon St
BiddefordME04005
2 Elm St
KennebunkportME04046
210 Beach St
SacoME04072
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751 Main St
South PortlandME04106
1 E Grand Ave
Old Orchard BeachME04064
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Scarborough, ME Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Scarborough?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scarborough 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,337 | $1,450 | $3,500 |
| Scarborough 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,458 | $2,900 | $4,200 |
| Scarborough 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,440 | $3,000 | $6,000 |
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Cheapest Available Scarborough Apartments for Rent and Nearby
The cheapest available apartment rental in Scarborough, ME is a 1 Bed unit found at Redbank Village in the Oakdale neighborhood priced from $1,874. Hackamore North Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,985. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Scarborough apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Redbank Village | The Kennebunk | 1BR,1BA | $1,874 |
| Hackamore North Apartments | Coburn | 1BR,1BA | $1,985 |
| The Parker | Coburn | 1BR,1BA | $1,985 |
| Carriage Walk Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Carriage | 1BR,1BA | $2,050 |
| Hackamore Place Apartments at the Downs | Willard | 1BR,1BA | $2,075 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Scarborough, ME and Nearby
As of May 11, 2025 the best value apartment in the Scarborough area is the $2.60 price per square foot 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Carrier Model at Carrier Woods Apartments in the starting from $2,465. The second greatest value Scarborough apartment is the A3 (WITH DEN) The Bar Harbor Model at The Beacon at Gateway Apartments starting at $2,575 with a $2.83 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Scarborough apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carrier Woods Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Carrier | 2BR,1BA | $2.60 |
| The Beacon at Gateway Apartments | A3 (WITH DEN) The Bar Harbor | 1BR,1BA | $2.83 |
| Hayloft Apartments | Pleasant Hill | 2BR,1BA | $2.72 |
| Liberty Commons | THE KENNEDY | 1BR,1BA | $2.91 |
| North Village Apartments | One Bed | 1BR,1BA | $2.93 |
| Carriage Walk Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Carriage | 1BR,1BA | $2.75 |
| Hackamore Place Apartments at the Downs | Willard | 1BR,1BA | $2.87 |
| Latitude at South Portland | A4 | 1BR,1BA | $3.27 |
| Redbank Village | The Kennebunk | 1BR,1BA | $3.50 |
| Hackamore North Apartments | Coburn | 1BR,1BA | $3.84 |
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There are currently 46 Apartments for Rent in Scarborough, ME with pricing that ranges from $1,195 to $3,776. There are also 31 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Scarborough ranging from $1,450 to $6,000.
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Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Scarborough ranges from $1,450 to $6,000 with an average monthly rent of $3,058.
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