1-Bedroom Apartment Rent in Cape Elizabeth, ME
Median asking rent for a 1-bedroom apartment in Cape Elizabeth, Maine as of September 2026. That's +33% lower than the citywide median of $3,217 and +54% above the national 1-bedroom median of $1,395.
Income needed for a 1-bedroom in Cape Elizabeth
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income guideline (the threshold above which households are considered rent-burdened), here's what you need to earn to comfortably afford a 1-bedroom at the current median rent.
Rent by apartment size in Cape Elizabeth
Compare Cape Elizabeth's median rent across every apartment size.
Cheapest cities for a 1-bedroom in Maine
Most expensive cities for a 1-bedroom in Maine
| # | City | 1-Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Cape Elizabeth (this page) | $2,150 |
| 2 | Falmouth | $2,140 |
| 3 | Yarmouth | $1,800 |
| 4 | Scarborough | $1,800 |
| 5 | South Portland | $1,760 |
| 6 | Freeport | $1,690 |
| 7 | Kittery | $1,600 |
| 8 | Portland | $1,597 |
| 9 | Saco | $1,510 |
| 10 | Gorham | $1,450 |
| 11 | Brunswick | $1,400 |
| 12 | Old Orchard Beach | $1,370 |
| 13 | Biddeford | $1,370 |
| 14 | Bath | $1,110 |
| 15 | Old Town | $1,100 |
Nearby cities — 1-bedroom rent
Considering nearby alternatives? 5 of these cities have cheaper 1-bedroom rents than Cape Elizabeth.
| City | Distance | 1-Bedroom rent | vs Cape Elizabeth |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Portland, ME | 4.6 mi | $1,760 | $-390 (-18%) |
| Portland, ME | 6.5 mi | $1,597 | $-553 (-26%) |
| Scarborough, ME | 9 mi | $1,800 | $-350 (-16%) |
| Falmouth, ME | 10.9 mi | $2,140 | $-10 (0%) |
| Old Orchard Beach, ME | 11.3 mi | $1,370 | $-780 (-36%) |
| Yarmouth, ME | 14.9 mi | $1,800 | $-350 (-16%) |
| Saco, ME | 16.1 mi | $1,510 | $-640 (-30%) |
| Gorham, ME | 17.6 mi | $1,450 | $-700 (-33%) |
| Biddeford, ME | 18.5 mi | $1,370 | $-780 (-36%) |
| Freeport, ME | 20.5 mi | $1,690 | $-460 (-21%) |
| Brunswick, ME | 28 mi | $1,400 | $-750 (-35%) |
| Auburn, ME | 34.3 mi | $980 | $-1,170 (-54%) |
1-Bedroom rent in Cape Elizabeth — common questions
How much is a 1-bedroom apartment in Cape Elizabeth?
As of September 2026, the median 1-bedroom apartment rent in Cape Elizabeth, Maine is $2,150 per month. This is +33% below the citywide median of $3,217.
What income do you need to afford a 1-bedroom in Cape Elizabeth?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $86,000 ($7,167/month gross), which works out to roughly $41.35/hour at a full-time job.
Is Cape Elizabeth expensive for a 1-bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Cape Elizabeth's 1-bedroom median of $2,150 is +54% above the national 1-bedroom median of $1,395. It ranks in the 87th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Cape Elizabeth rank for 1-bedroom rent in Maine?
Among the 21 cities in Maine with 1-bedroom data, Cape Elizabeth ranks #21 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 1-bedroom options near Cape Elizabeth?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 1-bedroom rents include South Portland ($1,760), Portland ($1,597), Scarborough ($1,800).