Where is the cheapest place to rent in Maine?

The cheapest rentals in Maine are in inland and rural areas, where a one-bedroom can be found for $800 to $1,000 per month. Portland and the southern coast sit at the top of the rental market, with one-bedrooms there running $1,200 to $1,400. Smaller inland towns typically come in closer to the rural figure. The trade-off is access: rural Maine is car-dependent and further from major employers, healthcare, and amenities. If you are flexible on location, mid-sized inland towns offer the best balance of affordability and services. For the full housing and cost context, see our Maine cost breakdown.