Last updated October 14, 2026
Average Rent in Maine (2026)
Average rent across Maine is $2,000/mo as of October 2026, based on 90 units tracked daily across 5 cities and 17 apartment communities. Rents are down $241 (12.1%) compared to 30 days ago. Prices range from $1,000 to $3,100.
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lewiston | $1,797 | -$133 | 34 | $1,400 |
| Brunswick | $2,238 | -$77 | 18 | $2,018 |
| Auburn | $1,388 | -$145 | 15 | $1,000 |
| Freeport | $2,681 | +$32 | 14 | $2,050 |
| Portland | $2,252 | +$8 | 9 | $1,825 |
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.
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 | $2,025 | $2,000 | $2,050 | 2 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,778 | $1,245 | $2,395 | 30 |
| 2 Bedroom | $2,091 | $1,000 | $2,850 | 55 |
| 3 Bedroom | $3,098 | $3,095 | $3,100 | 2 |
Maine Rent Trend Over Time
Average rent trend across all tracked Maine apartments.
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What is the average rent in Maine?
The average rent in Maine is $2,000 per month as of October 2026, based on 90 units tracked across 5 cities.
Which Maine city has the cheapest rent?
Auburn has the lowest average rent in Maine at $1,388 per month, with units starting from $1,000.
Are rents going up or down in Maine?
Rents in Maine have decreased by $241 (12.1%) 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 $1,778 per month, with 30 units available.
What is the most expensive city in Maine?
Freeport is the most expensive city in Maine with an average rent of $2,681 per month.
How many apartments are available in Maine?
We track 90 individual units across 17 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 $2,025 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.