Orchard Trails
4 Empire Dr,
Orono, ME 04473
$689 - $725
4 Beds
Since 1862, the University of Maine has been recognized as one of the finest institutions in the Northeast. The campus sits on Marsh Island, surrounded by the Penobscot and Stillwater Rivers. Though a fairly small facility, UMaine includes five museums, ten sports facilities, the Maine Folklife Center, and the Collins Center for the Arts, making it one of the major cultural centers for the region. The Maine Black Bears are the only Division I athletics program in the state.
The surrounding town of Orono is quite small, creating a classic New England college town environment to the community. The peaceful calm of Maine’s natural landscape surrounds the university, allowing you to get out and explore the outdoors quite easily. Maine’s “queen city” of Bangor is just fifteen minutes down the road, giving you easy access to the neighboring community’s more extensive dining, nightlife, and entertainment options anytime the urge strikes you.
As of December 2025, the average apartment rent in Orono, ME is $1,375 for one bedroom, $1,596 for two bedrooms, and $2,202 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Orono has increased by 3.6% in the past year.
1 BR
627 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
$1,375/month
Average Rent
2 BR
934 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
$1,596/month
Average Rent
3 BR
1,069 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
$2,202/month
Average Rent
Car-Dependent
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This area is considered a car-dependent area and most errands will require a car.
Somewhat Bikeable
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You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.
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