2-Bedroom Apartment Rent in Rockland, ME
Median asking rent for a 2-bedroom apartment in Rockland, Maine as of July 2026. That's +39% lower than the citywide median of $1,775 and +35% below the national 2-bedroom median of $1,655.
Income needed for a 2-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 2-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 2-bedroom in Maine
| # | City | 2-Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Waterville | $1,044 |
| 2 | Presque Isle | $1,060 |
| 3 | Rockland (this page) | $1,080 |
| 4 | Augusta | $1,110 |
| 5 | Auburn | $1,250 |
| 6 | Lewiston | $1,250 |
| 7 | Bath | $1,360 |
| 8 | Bangor | $1,390 |
| 9 | Old Town | $1,410 |
| 10 | Sanford | $1,490 |
| 11 | Orono | $1,540 |
| 12 | Biddeford | $1,760 |
| 13 | Old Orchard Beach | $1,760 |
| 14 | Brunswick | $1,840 |
| 15 | Gorham | $1,860 |
Most expensive cities for a 2-bedroom in Maine
| # | City | 2-Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Cape Elizabeth | $2,760 |
| 2 | Falmouth | $2,750 |
| 3 | Yarmouth | $2,320 |
| 4 | Scarborough | $2,310 |
| 5 | South Portland | $2,260 |
| 6 | Freeport | $2,180 |
| 7 | Kittery | $2,060 |
| 8 | Portland | $2,053 |
| 9 | Saco | $1,860 |
| 10 | Gorham | $1,860 |
| 11 | Brunswick | $1,840 |
| 12 | Old Orchard Beach | $1,760 |
| 13 | Biddeford | $1,760 |
| 14 | Orono | $1,540 |
| 15 | Sanford | $1,490 |
Nearby cities — 2-bedroom rent
Considering nearby alternatives? 1 of these cities have cheaper 2-bedroom rents than Rockland.
| City | Distance | 2-Bedroom rent | vs Rockland |
|---|---|---|---|
| Waterville, ME | 44.7 mi | $1,044 | $-36 (-3%) |
| Augusta, ME | 45 mi | $1,110 | +$30 (+3%) |
| Bath, ME | 50.7 mi | $1,360 | +$280 (+26%) |
| Bangor, ME | 53.1 mi | $1,390 | +$310 (+29%) |
| Orono, ME | 58.4 mi | $1,540 | +$460 (+43%) |
| Brunswick, ME | 60.2 mi | $1,840 | +$760 (+70%) |
| Old Town, ME | 67.4 mi | $1,410 | +$330 (+31%) |
| Freeport, ME | 68.9 mi | $2,180 | +$1,100 (+102%) |
| Lewiston, ME | 71.7 mi | $1,250 | +$170 (+16%) |
| Yarmouth, ME | 74.5 mi | $2,320 | +$1,240 (+115%) |
| Auburn, ME | 77.1 mi | $1,250 | +$170 (+16%) |
| Falmouth, ME | 83.4 mi | $2,750 | +$1,670 (+155%) |
2-Bedroom rent in Rockland — common questions
How much is a 2-bedroom apartment in Rockland?
As of July 2026, the median 2-bedroom apartment rent in Rockland, Maine is $1,080 per month. This is +39% below the citywide median of $1,775.
What income do you need to afford a 2-bedroom in Rockland?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $43,200 ($3,600/month gross), which works out to roughly $20.77/hour at a full-time job.
Is Rockland expensive for a 2-bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Rockland's 2-bedroom median of $1,080 is +35% below the national 2-bedroom median of $1,655. It ranks in the 11th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Rockland rank for 2-bedroom rent in Maine?
Among the 24 cities in Maine with 2-bedroom data, Rockland ranks #3 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 2-bedroom options near Rockland?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 2-bedroom rents include Waterville ($1,044).