4+ Bedroom Apartment Rent in Portland, ME
Median asking rent for a 4+ bedroom apartment in Portland, Maine as of October 2026. That's +18% higher than the citywide median of $2,399 and +12% above the national 4+ bedroom median of $2,520.
Income needed for a 4+ bedroom in Portland
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 Portland
Compare Portland'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 | Kittery | $3,460 |
| 2 | Yarmouth | $3,190 |
| 3 | Scarborough | $3,170 |
| 4 | South Portland | $3,100 |
| 5 | Freeport | $3,000 |
| 6 | Portland (this page) | $2,820 |
| 7 | Brunswick | $2,810 |
| 8 | Saco | $2,710 |
| 9 | Gorham | $2,560 |
| 10 | Old Orchard Beach | $2,470 |
| 11 | Biddeford | $2,470 |
| 12 | Bath | $2,280 |
| 13 | Sanford | $2,170 |
| 14 | Orono | $2,040 |
| 15 | Bangor | $1,850 |
Nearby cities — 4+ bedroom rent
Considering nearby alternatives? 5 of these cities have cheaper 4+ bedroom rents than Portland.
| City | Distance | 4+ Bedroom rent | vs Portland |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Portland, ME | 2.7 mi | $3,100 | +$280 (+10%) |
| Scarborough, ME | 8.1 mi | $3,170 | +$350 (+12%) |
| Yarmouth, ME | 11.8 mi | $3,190 | +$370 (+13%) |
| Old Orchard Beach, ME | 12.5 mi | $2,470 | $-350 (-12%) |
| Gorham, ME | 12.8 mi | $2,560 | $-260 (-9%) |
| Saco, ME | 15.2 mi | $2,710 | $-110 (-4%) |
| Freeport, ME | 17.9 mi | $3,000 | +$180 (+6%) |
| Biddeford, ME | 18.8 mi | $2,470 | $-350 (-12%) |
| Brunswick, ME | 26.4 mi | $2,810 | $-10 (0%) |
| Auburn, ME | 28.7 mi | $1,820 | $-1,000 (-35%) |
| Lewiston, ME | 29.9 mi | $1,820 | $-1,000 (-35%) |
| Bath, ME | 34.8 mi | $2,280 | $-540 (-19%) |
4+ Bedroom rent in Portland — common questions
How much is a 4+ bedroom apartment in Portland?
As of October 2026, the median 4+ bedroom apartment rent in Portland, Maine is $2,820 per month. This is +18% higher than the citywide median of $2,399.
What income do you need to afford a 4+ bedroom in Portland?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $112,800 ($9,400/month gross), which works out to roughly $54.23/hour at a full-time job.
Is Portland expensive for a 4+ bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Portland's 4+ bedroom median of $2,820 is +12% above the national 4+ bedroom median of $2,520. It ranks in the 62th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Portland rank for 4+ bedroom rent in Maine?
Among the 19 cities in Maine with 4+ bedroom data, Portland ranks #14 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 4+ bedroom options near Portland?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 4+ bedroom rents include Old Orchard Beach ($2,470), Gorham ($2,560), Saco ($2,710).