South Portland, ME rental market
Last updated August 16, 2025
Rental market summary
The average rent for all bedrooms and all property types in South Portland, ME is $2,750.
$2,750
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Source: Zillow Rentals data
Rental price range
The price range for all bedrooms and all property types is $1,250 to $9,500.
| Rent price | Number of rental properties |
|---|---|
| $1,200 | 1 |
| $1,300 | 1 |
| $1,600 | 3 |
| $1,700 | 2 |
| $1,800 | 2 |
| $1,900 | 4 |
| $2,000 | 2 |
| $2,100 | 4 |
| $2,200 | 7 |
| $2,300 | 3 |
| $2,400 | 6 |
| $2,500 | 6 |
| $2,600 | 5 |
| $2,700 | 9 |
| $2,800 | 8 |
| $2,900 | 2 |
| $3,000 | 2 |
| $3,100 | 2 |
| $3,200 | 1 |
| $3,300 | 4 |
| $3,400 | 4 |
| $3,500 | 4 |
| $3,600 | 6 |
| $3,700 | 2 |
| $3,800 | 1 |
| $3,900 | 2 |
| $4,000 | 1 |
| $4,100 | 1 |
| $4,600 | 1 |
| $5,000+ | 2 |
Average rent price over time
In the last year, rent has decreased by $250 compared to the previous year.
| Last year (2024) | This year (2025) | |
|---|---|---|
| Jan | $2,500 | $2,500 |
| Feb | $2,500 | $2,500 |
| Mar | $2,800 | $2,600 |
| Apr | $2,650 | $2,800 |
| May | $2,524 | $2,500 |
| Jun | $2,500 | $3,000 |
| Jul | $2,600 | $2,800 |
| Aug | $2,700 | $2,830 |
| Sep | $2,650 | No data |
| Oct | $2,537 | No data |
| Nov | $2,700 | No data |
| Dec | $2,572 | No data |
Market temperature
The South Portland, ME rental market temperature is COOL. Market temperature is based on changes in renter demand compared to the national average. For example, a hot market has increasing demand.
Temperature is based on all bedrooms and all property types.
Compare average rent in markets
Rent in South Portland, ME is 31% higher than the national average.
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Frequently asked questions
1. What is the average rent in South Portland, ME?
The average rent in South Portland, ME is $2,750.
2. How much does it cost to rent a house in South Portland, ME?
Houses in South Portland, ME rent between $1,250 - $9,500 with an average rent of $2,750.
3. How has the rent in South Portland, ME changed in the last year?
In the last year, the rent in South Portland, ME decreased by $250
4. How much has the rent in South Portland, ME increased/decreased in the last month?
In the last month, the rent in South Portland, ME decreased by $250
5. How many available rentals are there in South Portland, ME?
There are currently 62 rentals available in South Portland, ME.
6. How do rent prices in South Portland, ME compare with the national average?
The average rent in South Portland, ME is $2,750 — 30.95% higher the national average of $2,100.