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South Portland, ME Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Portland?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap South Portland Studio Apartments | $2,154 | $1,195 | $2,500 |
| Cheap South Portland 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,272 | $1,500 | $4,000 |
| Cheap South Portland 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,612 | $1,775 | $5,580 |
| Cheap South Portland 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,307 | $2,175 | $4,400 |
| Cheap South Portland 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,018 | $2,836 | $3,200 |
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Cheapest Available South Portland Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in South Portland, ME is a 1 Bed unit found at Redbank Village in the Oakdale neighborhood priced from $1,874. 89 Anderson in the Downtown Portland neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,882. Here is today’s list of the most affordable South Portland apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Redbank Village | The Kennebunk | 1BR,1BA | $1,874 |
| 89 Anderson | 89 Anderson 1BD Plan I | 1BR,1BA | $1,882 |
| The Linden | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,914 |
| Blue Spruce Farm Apartments | BSF ADA | 1BR,1BA | $2,095 |
| Latitude at South Portland | A4 | 1BR,1BA | $2,129 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Portland, ME
As of May 18, 2025 the best value apartment in the South Portland area is the $1.24 price per square foot 537 Congress St Model at 537 Congress St, Unit 504 in the in the Downtown Portland neighborhood starting from $3,925. The second greatest value South Portland apartment is the 17 Whitney Ave Model at 17 Whitney Ave, Unit First Floor starting at $3,200 with a $1.60 price per square foot in the Oakdale neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Portland apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| 537 Congress St, Unit 504 | 537 Congress St | 2BR,1BA | $1.24 |
| 17 Whitney Ave, Unit First Floor | 17 Whitney Ave | 4BR,1BA | $1.60 |
| 91 Gray St, Unit 1 | 91 Gray St | 2BR,1BA | $2.64 |
| 3 Grant St, Unit 3 | 3 Grant St | 1BR,1BA | $3.00 |
| Summit Terrace | 2BR Balcony | 2BR,1BA | $2.32 |
| Blue Spruce Farm Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath BSF | 2BR,1BA | $2.53 |
| Waterside Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Waterside | 2BR,1BA | $2.53 |
| Liberty Commons | THE KENNEDY | 1BR,1BA | $3.01 |
| 645 Congress Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.03 |
| 89 Anderson | 89 Anderson 1BD Plan I | 1BR,1BA | $2.84 |
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Best Local Schools in South Portland, ME
Dora L Small Elementary School
South Portland Public Schools
Public School - Grades K-5 (260)
6 out of 10
South Portland High School
South Portland Public Schools
Public School - Grades 9-12 (1019)
4 out of 10
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Walk Score®
50 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
60 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
27 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
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- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Portland Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in South Portland?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in South Portland is at The Casco listed at $2,175.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom South Portland Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom South Portland Apartment is $1,874 at Redbank Village.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom South Portland Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in South Portland is starting from $2,207 at Summit Terrace.
Expert Rental Resources
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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting
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Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.
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If you’re looking to relocate right now, a popular solution that may best fit your current rental needs is a short-term lease.
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Written by: Sandy Baker
Making the decision to rent is exciting and terrifying at the same time. For many people, there are a lot of unknowns.
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