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Last updated July 9, 2026

Average Rent in Maine (2026)

Average rent across Maine is $2,057/mo as of July 2026, based on 154 units tracked daily across 5 cities and 15 apartment communities. Rents are down $677 (29.2%) compared to 30 days ago. Prices range from $1,000 to $4,113.

$2,057
Avg Rent/mo
154
Units Tracked
5
Cities
-$677
30-Day Change

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Maine Rent by City

Cities ranked by tracked inventory depth, biggest first. Prices are refreshed daily.

City Avg Rent 30d Change Units From
Portland $2,259 -$730 85 $1,495
Lewiston $1,782 -$3 36 $1,375
Auburn $1,411 -- 13 $1,000
Brunswick $2,084 -$220 7 $1,874
Freeport $2,706 -$31 6 $2,105

Which Maine Cities Are Getting Cheaper?

30-day percent change in asking rent across Maine cities. Green bars dropped, red bars rose. Showing the 5 biggest movers.

The Highest-Earning Apartment Buildings in Maine

Across the 5 Maine buildings we can estimate, rental revenue totals about $1.1M per month ($13M a year). Estimates come from each building's unit-level listing and leasing activity; click a building for the full methodology.

Building City Est. Monthly Revenue Est. Occupancy Units
1.Mount Auburn Apartments Lewiston, ME $344K/mo 89% 210
2.The Residences at Crosstree Freeport, ME $223K/mo 93% 90
3.Summit Terrace Portland, ME $222K/mo 86% 102
4.Atlantic Pointe Brunswick, ME $214K/mo 93% 102
5.Gracelawn Luxury Apartments Lewiston, ME $76K/mo 94% 48

Research estimates from listing activity, not operator financials.

Rent by Bedroom Type

Average rent in Maine broken down by apartment size. Only bedroom buckets with 100+ tracked units are shown so every row is backed by meaningful sample size.

Type Avg Rent From Up To Units
Studio $2,132 $1,500 $2,942 31
1 Bedroom $1,936 $1,245 $3,175 63
2 Bedroom $2,137 $1,000 $4,113 49
3 Bedroom $2,954 $1,666 $3,600 3
4 Bedroom $3,695 $3,695 $3,695 1

Maine Rent Trend Over Time

Average rent trend across all tracked Maine apartments.

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Maine Rent FAQ

What is the average rent in Maine?

The average rent in Maine is $2,057 per month as of July 2026, based on 154 units tracked across 5 cities.

Which Maine city has the cheapest rent?

Freeport has the lowest average rent in Maine at $2,706 per month, with units starting from $2,105.

Are rents going up or down in Maine?

Rents in Maine have decreased by $677 (29.2%) over the last 30 days.

How much is a 1-bedroom apartment in Maine?

The average rent for a 1-bedroom apartment in Maine is $1,936 per month, with 63 units available.

What is the most expensive city in Maine?

Portland is the most expensive city in Maine with an average rent of $2,259 per month.

How many apartments are available in Maine?

We track 154 individual units across 15 apartment communities in 5 Maine cities. Prices are updated daily.

What is the average rent for a studio in Maine?

The average studio apartment rent in Maine is $2,132 per month.

How often are Maine rent prices updated?

We refresh real asking prices every morning. All Maine rent data is updated daily, giving you the most current pricing available.

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