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Apartments for Rent in Portland, ME under $1500

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    1 bd $1,485
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    The Linden

    3.5 (142)
    132 Marginal Way, Portland, ME 04101
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Fitness center
  • Only 2 units left
    1 bd $1,308+
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    30 Preble Street

    3.5 (38)
    30 Preble Street, Portland, ME 04101
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Dishwasher
  • Only 1 unit left
    1 bd $1,275+
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    145 Main Street

    145 Main Street, Biddeford, ME 04005
    Apply online • Pet friendly
  • Only 3 units left
    Studio $1,454+
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    Downtown

    638 Congress Street, Portland, ME 04101
    Apply online • Pet friendly
  • 5 units available
    Studio $1,488+
    1 bd $1,250+
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    341 Cumberland Avenue

    3.5 (19)
    341 Cumberland Ave, Portland, ME 04101
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Dishwasher
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    Income restricted
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    53 Danforth

    4.5 (5)
    53 Danforth Street, Portland, ME 04101
    Pet friendly • Parking • Laundry Facilities
  • Studio $1,116+
    1 bd $1,434
    Base rent Income restricted
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    100 Parris

    4.0 (1)
    100 Parris Street, Portland, ME 04101
    Pet friendly • High Speed Internet • Laundry Facilities

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    1 bd $1,092+
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    20 Gilman Street

    20 Gilman St, Portland, ME 04101
    Apply online • In unit laundry • Public Transportation
  • Only 1 unit left
    1 bd $1,500
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    Cressy's Flaggy Meadow Apartments

    4.5 (8)
    229 Flaggy Meadow Rd., Gorham, ME 04038
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When were prices and availability in Portland, ME last updated?

Prices and availability in Portland, ME were last updated on 25 Oct 2026.

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What type of rental buildings are in Portland, ME?

In Portland, 53% of the residents are renting compared to 47% owning a home, according to data from the U.S. Census Bureau. Large-scale apartment buildings with more than 50 units represent 16% of Portland's rentals, 77% are small-scale complexes with under 50 units, and 7% are single-family rentals.

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Finding apartments for rent in Portland, ME for less than $1,500 has never been so easy! At RentCafe nice cheap apartments are just one click away. There are currently 19 available units in Portland, ME, renting for under $1,500. On average, $1,485 can get you 621 Sqft in this area. Be sure to search for the apartment that is best for you. Under “More”, check the amenities that you consider a must-have, and don’t forget to look at the pet policy. Fitness enthusiasts can even check the Fitness Center box. Whether you are looking for studio apartments, 1 bedroom apartments, 2 bedroom apartments or 3 bedroom apartments, you are sure to find one that will make you want to move in right away.

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