1-Bedroom Apartment Rent in Freeport, ME
Median asking rent for a 1-bedroom apartment in Freeport, Maine as of October 2026. That's +33% lower than the citywide median of $2,528 and +21% above the national 1-bedroom median of $1,395.
Income needed for a 1-bedroom in Freeport
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 Freeport
Compare Freeport'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 | Yarmouth | $1,800 |
| 2 | Scarborough | $1,800 |
| 3 | South Portland | $1,760 |
| 4 | Freeport (this page) | $1,690 |
| 5 | Kittery | $1,600 |
| 6 | Portland | $1,597 |
| 7 | Saco | $1,510 |
| 8 | Gorham | $1,450 |
| 9 | Brunswick | $1,400 |
| 10 | Old Orchard Beach | $1,370 |
| 11 | Biddeford | $1,370 |
| 12 | Sanford | $1,210 |
| 13 | Orono | $1,210 |
| 14 | Bath | $1,110 |
| 15 | Bangor | $1,090 |
Nearby cities — 1-bedroom rent
Considering nearby alternatives? 5 of these cities have cheaper 1-bedroom rents than Freeport.
| City | Distance | 1-Bedroom rent | vs Freeport |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yarmouth, ME | 6 mi | $1,800 | +$110 (+7%) |
| Brunswick, ME | 8.8 mi | $1,400 | $-290 (-17%) |
| Lewiston, ME | 17.8 mi | $980 | $-710 (-42%) |
| Portland, ME | 17.9 mi | $1,597 | $-93 (-6%) |
| Bath, ME | 18.4 mi | $1,110 | $-580 (-34%) |
| Auburn, ME | 19.9 mi | $980 | $-710 (-42%) |
| South Portland, ME | 20 mi | $1,760 | +$70 (+4%) |
| Scarborough, ME | 25.9 mi | $1,800 | +$110 (+7%) |
| Gorham, ME | 27.6 mi | $1,450 | $-240 (-14%) |
| Old Orchard Beach, ME | 30.2 mi | $1,370 | $-320 (-19%) |
| Saco, ME | 33 mi | $1,510 | $-180 (-11%) |
| Biddeford, ME | 36.6 mi | $1,370 | $-320 (-19%) |
1-Bedroom rent in Freeport — common questions
How much is a 1-bedroom apartment in Freeport?
As of October 2026, the median 1-bedroom apartment rent in Freeport, Maine is $1,690 per month. This is +33% below the citywide median of $2,528.
What income do you need to afford a 1-bedroom in Freeport?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $67,600 ($5,633/month gross), which works out to roughly $32.50/hour at a full-time job.
Is Freeport expensive for a 1-bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Freeport's 1-bedroom median of $1,690 is +21% above the national 1-bedroom median of $1,395. It ranks in the 69th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Freeport rank for 1-bedroom rent in Maine?
Among the 20 cities in Maine with 1-bedroom data, Freeport ranks #17 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 1-bedroom options near Freeport?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 1-bedroom rents include Brunswick ($1,400), Lewiston ($980), Portland ($1,597).