4+ Bedroom Apartment Rent in Cape Elizabeth, ME
Median asking rent for a 4+ bedroom apartment in Cape Elizabeth, Maine as of August 2026. That's +20% higher than the citywide median of $3,166 and +50% above the national 4+ bedroom median of $2,522.
Income needed for a 4+ 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 4+ 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 4+ bedroom in Maine
Most expensive cities for a 4+ bedroom in Maine
| # | City | 4+ Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Cape Elizabeth (this page) | $3,790 |
| 2 | Falmouth | $3,780 |
| 3 | Kittery | $3,460 |
| 4 | Yarmouth | $3,190 |
| 5 | Scarborough | $3,170 |
| 6 | South Portland | $3,100 |
| 7 | Freeport | $3,000 |
| 8 | Portland | $2,820 |
| 9 | Brunswick | $2,810 |
| 10 | Saco | $2,710 |
| 11 | Gorham | $2,560 |
| 12 | Old Orchard Beach | $2,470 |
| 13 | Biddeford | $2,470 |
| 14 | Bath | $2,280 |
| 15 | Sanford | $2,170 |
Nearby cities — 4+ bedroom rent
Considering nearby alternatives? 5 of these cities have cheaper 4+ bedroom rents than Cape Elizabeth.
| City | Distance | 4+ Bedroom rent | vs Cape Elizabeth |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Portland, ME | 4.6 mi | $3,100 | $-690 (-18%) |
| Portland, ME | 6.5 mi | $2,820 | $-970 (-26%) |
| Scarborough, ME | 9 mi | $3,170 | $-620 (-16%) |
| Falmouth, ME | 10.9 mi | $3,780 | $-10 (0%) |
| Old Orchard Beach, ME | 11.3 mi | $2,470 | $-1,320 (-35%) |
| Yarmouth, ME | 14.9 mi | $3,190 | $-600 (-16%) |
| Saco, ME | 16.1 mi | $2,710 | $-1,080 (-28%) |
| Gorham, ME | 17.6 mi | $2,560 | $-1,230 (-32%) |
| Biddeford, ME | 18.5 mi | $2,470 | $-1,320 (-35%) |
| Freeport, ME | 20.5 mi | $3,000 | $-790 (-21%) |
| Brunswick, ME | 28 mi | $2,810 | $-980 (-26%) |
| Auburn, ME | 34.3 mi | $1,820 | $-1,970 (-52%) |
4+ Bedroom rent in Cape Elizabeth — common questions
How much is a 4+ bedroom apartment in Cape Elizabeth?
As of August 2026, the median 4+ bedroom apartment rent in Cape Elizabeth, Maine is $3,790 per month. This is +20% higher than the citywide median of $3,166.
What income do you need to afford a 4+ bedroom in Cape Elizabeth?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $151,600 ($12,633/month gross), which works out to roughly $72.88/hour at a full-time job.
Is Cape Elizabeth expensive for a 4+ bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Cape Elizabeth's 4+ bedroom median of $3,790 is +50% above the national 4+ bedroom median of $2,522. It ranks in the 86th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Cape Elizabeth rank for 4+ bedroom rent in Maine?
Among the 22 cities in Maine with 4+ bedroom data, Cape Elizabeth ranks #22 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 4+ bedroom options near Cape Elizabeth?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 4+ bedroom rents include South Portland ($3,100), Portland ($2,820), Scarborough ($3,170).