1-Bedroom Apartment Rent in Rockland, ME
Median asking rent for a 1-bedroom apartment in Rockland, Maine as of August 2026. That's +46% lower than the citywide median of $1,688 and +35% below the national 1-bedroom median of $1,395.
Income needed for a 1-bedroom in Rockland
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 Rockland
Compare Rockland's median rent across every apartment size.
Cheapest cities for a 1-bedroom in Maine
| # | City | 1-Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Waterville | $832 |
| 2 | Presque Isle | $850 |
| 3 | Augusta | $890 |
| 4 | Rockland (this page) | $910 |
| 5 | Auburn | $980 |
| 6 | Lewiston | $980 |
| 7 | Bangor | $1,090 |
| 8 | Old Town | $1,100 |
| 9 | Bath | $1,110 |
| 10 | Sanford | $1,210 |
| 11 | Biddeford | $1,370 |
| 12 | Old Orchard Beach | $1,370 |
| 13 | Brunswick | $1,400 |
| 14 | Gorham | $1,450 |
| 15 | Saco | $1,510 |
Most expensive cities for a 1-bedroom in Maine
| # | City | 1-Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Cape Elizabeth | $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 | Sanford | $1,210 |
| 15 | Bath | $1,110 |
Nearby cities — 1-bedroom rent
Considering nearby alternatives? 2 of these cities have cheaper 1-bedroom rents than Rockland.
| City | Distance | 1-Bedroom rent | vs Rockland |
|---|---|---|---|
| Waterville, ME | 44.7 mi | $832 | $-78 (-9%) |
| Augusta, ME | 45 mi | $890 | $-20 (-2%) |
| Bath, ME | 50.7 mi | $1,110 | +$200 (+22%) |
| Bangor, ME | 53.1 mi | $1,090 | +$180 (+20%) |
| Brunswick, ME | 60.2 mi | $1,400 | +$490 (+54%) |
| Old Town, ME | 67.4 mi | $1,100 | +$190 (+21%) |
| Freeport, ME | 68.9 mi | $1,690 | +$780 (+86%) |
| Lewiston, ME | 71.7 mi | $980 | +$70 (+8%) |
| Yarmouth, ME | 74.5 mi | $1,800 | +$890 (+98%) |
| Auburn, ME | 77.1 mi | $980 | +$70 (+8%) |
| Falmouth, ME | 83.4 mi | $2,140 | +$1,230 (+135%) |
| Cape Elizabeth, ME | 84.9 mi | $2,150 | +$1,240 (+136%) |
1-Bedroom rent in Rockland — common questions
How much is a 1-bedroom apartment in Rockland?
As of August 2026, the median 1-bedroom apartment rent in Rockland, Maine is $910 per month. This is +46% below the citywide median of $1,688.
What income do you need to afford a 1-bedroom in Rockland?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $36,400 ($3,033/month gross), which works out to roughly $17.50/hour at a full-time job.
Is Rockland expensive for a 1-bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Rockland's 1-bedroom median of $910 is +35% below the national 1-bedroom median of $1,395. It ranks in the 13th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Rockland rank for 1-bedroom rent in Maine?
Among the 23 cities in Maine with 1-bedroom data, Rockland ranks #4 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 1-bedroom options near Rockland?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 1-bedroom rents include Waterville ($832), Augusta ($890).