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Rental Market Trends in Cape Elizabeth, ME

Updated September 2026

The average rent in Cape Elizabeth, ME is $1,965/month.

Rent in Cape Elizabeth is 18% higher than the national average rent of $1,665/month, making this one of the more expensive cities statewide.

$1,965/month

Average Rent

624 Sq Ft

Average Size

-8.6%

Change / Year

19

Available Apartments

Cape Elizabeth rent varies by unit size and layout:

  • Studio apartments in Cape Elizabeth average $2,102 per month.
  • One-bedroom apartments in Cape Elizabeth average $1,965 per month.
  • Two-bedroom apartments in Cape Elizabeth average $2,450 per month.
  • Three-bedroom apartments in Cape Elizabeth average or more per month.

Average Rent by Home Type

Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Studio
$2,102/month
500 Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,965/month
624 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$2,450/month
800 Sq Ft
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How much has average rent changed in Cape Elizabeth, ME?

In the past year, rent has decreased by 8.6%, which averages out to $168 less per month.

Market Trends Over Time

September 2026

2025 2026
Market Trends Over Time

Rent Ranges in Cape Elizabeth, ME

September 2026
Above $2,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in Cape Elizabeth, ME
Percentage*
Rent Range
0% Below $700/month
0% $700 - $1,000/month
0% $1,001 - $1,500/month
0% $1,501 - $2,000/month
100% Above $2,000/month

What salary do I need to live comfortably in Cape Elizabeth, ME?

Because the average rent in Cape Elizabeth is $1,965, you’ll want to make about $6,550 per month or $78,600 per year. The general guideline is to pay no more than 30 percent of your monthly income on rent. However, you’ll want to consider additional factors, such as your monthly bills and other expenses. Use our rent affordability calculator to help determine how much to budget for rent.

City

Cape Elizabeth, ME

19 Available Apartments for Rent

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How does Cape Elizabeth, ME compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?

Use the tool below to compare Cape Elizabeth, ME to other nearby cities and neighborhoods. The Apartments.com neighborhood guides provide you with insight into the area’s transportation, things to do, and more.

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Apartment Averages

Compare Rent Trends Nearby

Get a clearer picture of the area by viewing rent trends in nearby cities.

  • South Portland

    South Portland

    Avg Rent: $1,784/month

  • Portland

    Portland

    Avg Rent: $1,874/month

  • Scarborough

    Scarborough

    Avg Rent: $2,197/month

  • Westbrook

    Westbrook

    Avg Rent: $2,183/month

  • Saco

    Saco

    Avg Rent: $1,982/month

  • Falmouth

    Falmouth

    Avg Rent: $2,191/month

Apartment Communities in Cape Elizabeth We Think You'll Love

Summit Terrace at Woodland

Summit Terrace at Woodland

60 Woodland Rd,
Cape Elizabeth, ME 04107

1-2 Beds | $1,929 - $2,450

Summit Terrace

Summit Terrace

111 Summit Ter,
South Portland, ME 04106

2 Beds | $2,079 - $2,462

182 Margaret St

182 Margaret St

182 Margaret St,
South Portland, ME 04106

4 Beds | $4,200

21 Arrowwood Ct

21 Arrowwood Ct

21 Arrowwood Ct,
South Portland, ME 04106

2 Beds | $2,650

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent in Cape Elizabeth?

The average rent in Cape Elizabeth is $1,965 per month, which is 18.0% higher than the national average of $1,665.

Are rents going up or down in Cape Elizabeth?

Rents in Cape Elizabeth, ME are decreasing, with prices down 8.6% year-over-year and $168 less per month.

What rent range is most common in Cape Elizabeth?

In Cape Elizabeth, ME, 100% of apartments fall above $2,000/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.

United States Maine Cape Elizabeth Rental Trends

Methodology

† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.

Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.

Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in September 2026.

Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.

* Percentages may not total 100 due to rounding.

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