What is the average apartment size in Maine?

The average size for a Maine apartment is 837 square feet, but this number varies greatly depending on unit type, with cheap and luxury alternatives for houses and apartments alike. Studio apartments are the smallest and most affordable, 1-bedroom apartments are closer to the average, while 2-bedroom apartments and 3-bedroom apartments offer a more generous square footage.

What is the average rent in Maine?

As of Oct / 2025, the average rent in Maine is $2,057 per month, a N/A from last years average of .

How much does rent cost by apartment size in Maine?

In Maine, studios rent for $1,643 per month, one-bedroom units average $1,906 per month, two-bedrooms cost around $2,161 per month, and three-bedroom apartments rent for about $2,179 per month

What is the average apartment size in Maine?

The typical apartment in Maine offers about 837 sq. ft. square feet of living space, though actual sizes vary depending on layout and amenities.

How large are apartments by bedroom count in Maine?

Studio apartments in Maine average 432 sq. ft., one-bedrooms offer 671 sq. ft., two-bedrooms are about 928 sq. ft., and three-bedroom apartments average 1,133 sq. ft.

Maine Rental Market Trends

Q: What's the typical rent budget in Maine?

The typical rent budget in Maine ranges from $2,001 to $2,500 per month, with 34% of rentals in this range.

Q: Do most people rent or own in Maine?

In Maine, 26% of households rent while 74% own their homes, based on the latest U.S. Census data.

Last updated: April 23, 2026 | Source: RentCafe Market Analysis, Yardi Matrix, U.S. Census Bureau

Highlights

The average rent for an apartment in Maine is $2,057, a N/A compared to the previous year, when the average rent was .

Studio Apartments at $1,643 offer the most budget-friendly option with 432 square feet, ideal for single renters prioritizing location over space.

One-bedroom apartments provide 671 square feet for $1,906, balancing privacy and affordability.

Two-beedroom units at $2,161 offer 928 square feet, perfect for roommates or small families.

Three-bedroom apartments deliver maximum space (1,133 sq ft) for $2,179, suitable for larger households.

Average rent in Maine

Last updated: April 23, 2026

	Average Rent	Average Apartment Size
All Rentals	$2,057	837 sq. ft.
Studio	$1,643	432 sq. ft.
1 Bed	$1,906	671 sq. ft.
2 Beds	$2,161	928 sq. ft.
3 Beds	$2,179	1,133 sq. ft.

Maine rent trends

What's the typical rent budget in Maine?

The largest share of rentals in Maine (34%) fall between $2,001-$2,500 per month. This suggests that most people succesfully find suitable apartments within this price.

Do most people rent or own in Maine?

153,056 or 26% of the households in Maine are renter-occupied while 436,029 or 74% are owner-occupied.

How Maine Compares to Other States

State	Average Rent	Average Apartment Size
Alabama	$1,318	991 sq. ft.
Arizona	$1,562	863 sq. ft.
Arkansas	$1,144	895 sq. ft.
California	$2,640	853 sq. ft.
Colorado	$1,818	876 sq. ft.
Connecticut	$2,149	897 sq. ft.
Delaware	$1,707	921 sq. ft.
District of Columbia	$2,457	748 sq. ft.
Florida	$1,971	982 sq. ft.
Georgia	$1,633	1,026 sq. ft.
Idaho	$1,670	929 sq. ft.
Illinois	$2,049	839 sq. ft.
Indiana	$1,337	908 sq. ft.
Iowa	$1,240	897 sq. ft.
Kansas	$1,323	909 sq. ft.
Kentucky	$1,324	932 sq. ft.
Louisiana	$1,259	924 sq. ft.
Maine	$2,057	837 sq. ft.
Maryland	$1,883	907 sq. ft.
Massachusetts	$2,832	881 sq. ft.
Michigan	$1,408	920 sq. ft.
Minnesota	$1,646	893 sq. ft.
Mississippi	$1,330	1,010 sq. ft.
Missouri	$1,351	901 sq. ft.
Montana	$1,697	886 sq. ft.
Nebraska	$1,351	934 sq. ft.
Nevada	$1,549	909 sq. ft.
New Hampshire	$2,146	877 sq. ft.
New Jersey	$2,414	871 sq. ft.
New Mexico	$1,404	836 sq. ft.
New York	$2,584	876 sq. ft.
North Carolina	$1,551	978 sq. ft.
North Dakota	$1,159	964 sq. ft.
Ohio	$1,337	901 sq. ft.
Oklahoma	$1,072	859 sq. ft.
Oregon	$1,742	845 sq. ft.
Pennsylvania	$1,797	889 sq. ft.
Rhode Island	$2,191	920 sq. ft.
South Carolina	$1,623	1,015 sq. ft.
South Dakota	$1,200	911 sq. ft.
Tennessee	$1,528	953 sq. ft.
Texas	$1,448	892 sq. ft.
Utah	$1,627	929 sq. ft.
Virginia	$1,993	923 sq. ft.
Washington	$2,027	829 sq. ft.
Wisconsin	$1,615	919 sq. ft.

Popular Cities in Maine

Where this data comes from

The rental statistics on this page were compiled by RentCafe.com, a nationwide apartment search website trusted by millions of renters to find apartments and houses for rent throughout the U.S.

Rent prices, trends, and apartment sizes were calculated based on data from our sister company, Yardi Matrix, an apartment market intelligence solution that covers approximately 90% of the U.S. metro area population. The data includes comprehensive information on all Maine apartment buildings with 50 or more units, totaling 23.5 million apartments across 181 U.S. markets.

Housing composition data was sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, using the most recently available information by tenure.