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Cheap Apartments for Rent in Portland, ME

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    105 Margaret Street

    4.5 (1)
    105 Margaret Street, South Portland, ME 04106
    Pet friendly • Dishwasher • Washer/Dryer
  • 2 bd $1,625+
    Base rent
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    10 Burnham Street

    4.5 (15)
    10 Burnham Street, South Portland, ME 04106
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Parking

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  • 4 units available
    Studio $1,850
    1 bd $2,095
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    The Lofts @ 225

    225 Innovation Way, Scarborough, ME 04074
    Apply online • Pet friendly • In unit laundry

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  • Only 1 unit left
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    Income restricted
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    53 Danforth

    4.5 (5)
    53 Danforth Street, Portland, ME 04101
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Parking
  • 3-1-city

Frequently asked questions

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Portland, ME?

The price range of a cheap apartment is between $1,625 and $2,010.

How many cheap rentals are available in Portland, ME on RentCafe?

There are 1 cheap rentals available on RentCafe. Prices and availability in Portland, ME were last updated on 4 Sep 2026.

What is the average size of a cheap apartment in Portland, ME?

The average Portland, ME cheap apartment size is 637 sq. ft.

What are the advantages of renting a cheap apartment in Portland, ME?

Cheap apartments in Portland, ME are usually less expensive, smaller, and easier to maintain. They also come with lower utility costs.

What are the downsides of renting a cheap apartment in Portland, ME?

A cheap apartment in Portland, ME offers little storage space and fewer amenities compared to other apartments.

Looking for a cheap apartment for rent in Portland, ME? With RentCafe, finding an affordable apartment in Portland, ME has never been easier. We feature 7 low-priced rentals directly from property managers, with rents lower than the Portland, ME average. What is a cheap rent in Portland, ME? The average apartment rent in Portland is $1,946 per month so any rental south of $1,557 would be considered cheap here. On RentCafe, Portland, ME rents go as low as $1,625/mo.