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Rental Market Trends in Scarborough, ME

Updated July 2026

The average rent in Scarborough, ME is $2,181/month.

Rent in Scarborough is 31% higher than the national average rent of $1,663/month, making this one of the more expensive cities statewide.

$2,181/month

Average Rent

688 Sq Ft

Average Size

+4.5%

Change / Year

156

Available Apartments

Scarborough rent varies by unit size and layout:

  • Studio apartments in Scarborough average $1,822 per month.
  • One-bedroom apartments in Scarborough average $2,181 per month.
  • Two-bedroom apartments in Scarborough average $2,578 per month.
  • Three-bedroom apartments in Scarborough average $2,813 or more per month.

Average Rent by Home Type

Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Studio
$1,822/month
523 Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$2,181/month
688 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$2,578/month
986 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$2,813/month
1,260 Sq Ft
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How much has average rent changed in Scarborough, ME?

In the past year, rent has increased by 4.5%, which averages out to $98 more per month.

Market Trends Over Time

July 2026

2025 2026
Market Trends Over Time

Rent Ranges in Scarborough, ME

July 2026
Above $2,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in Scarborough, ME
Percentage*
Rent Range
0% Below $700/month
0% $700 - $1,000/month
18% $1,001 - $1,500/month
18% $1,501 - $2,000/month
65% Above $2,000/month

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

Because the average rent in Scarborough is $2,181, you’ll want to make about $7,270 per month or $87,240 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

Scarborough, ME

156 Available Apartments for Rent

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

Use the tool below to compare Scarborough, 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 Communities in Scarborough We Think You'll Love

Nonesuch River Apartments

Nonesuch River Apartments

5 Wintergreen Ln,
Scarborough, ME 04074

1-2 Beds | $2,370 - $3,155

The Parker

The Parker

231 Scarborough Downs Rd,
Scarborough, ME 04074

1-2 Beds | $2,150 - $2,830

Hackamore North Apartments

Hackamore North Apartments

28 Hackamore Ave,
Scarborough, ME 04074

1-2 Beds | $2,150 - $2,830

Latitude at South Portland

Latitude at South Portland

350 Clark's Pond Pky,
Portland, ME 04106

Studio - 2 Beds | $2,347 - $4,048

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent in Scarborough?

The average rent in Scarborough is $2,181 per month, which is 31.1% higher than the national average of $1,663.

Are rents going up or down in Scarborough?

Rents in Scarborough, ME are increasing, with prices up 4.5% year-over-year and $98 more per month.

What rent range is most common in Scarborough?

In Scarborough, ME, 65% of apartments fall above $2,000/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.

United States Maine Scarborough 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 June 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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