3-Bedroom Apartment Rent in Scarborough, ME
Median asking rent for a 3-bedroom apartment in Scarborough, Maine as of October 2026. That's +4% higher than the citywide median of $2,714 and +33% above the national 3-bedroom median of $2,130.
Income needed for a 3-bedroom in Scarborough
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 3-bedroom at the current median rent.
Rent by apartment size in Scarborough
Compare Scarborough's median rent across every apartment size.
Cheapest cities for a 3-bedroom in Maine
Most expensive cities for a 3-bedroom in Maine
| # | City | 3-Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Yarmouth | $2,840 |
| 2 | Scarborough (this page) | $2,830 |
| 3 | South Portland | $2,770 |
| 4 | Kittery | $2,670 |
| 5 | Freeport | $2,670 |
| 6 | Portland | $2,517 |
| 7 | Saco | $2,460 |
| 8 | Brunswick | $2,310 |
| 9 | Gorham | $2,280 |
| 10 | Old Orchard Beach | $2,180 |
| 11 | Biddeford | $2,180 |
| 12 | Sanford | $1,970 |
| 13 | Orono | $1,970 |
| 14 | Bath | $1,910 |
| 15 | Bangor | $1,780 |
Nearby cities — 3-bedroom rent
Considering nearby alternatives? 5 of these cities have cheaper 3-bedroom rents than Scarborough.
| City | Distance | 3-Bedroom rent | vs Scarborough |
|---|---|---|---|
| Old Orchard Beach, ME | 4.7 mi | $2,180 | $-650 (-23%) |
| South Portland, ME | 6.2 mi | $2,770 | $-60 (-2%) |
| Saco, ME | 7.4 mi | $2,460 | $-370 (-13%) |
| Portland, ME | 8.1 mi | $2,517 | $-313 (-11%) |
| Gorham, ME | 10.4 mi | $2,280 | $-550 (-19%) |
| Biddeford, ME | 10.7 mi | $2,180 | $-650 (-23%) |
| Yarmouth, ME | 19.9 mi | $2,840 | +$10 (0%) |
| Freeport, ME | 25.9 mi | $2,670 | $-160 (-6%) |
| Sanford, ME | 28.9 mi | $1,970 | $-860 (-30%) |
| Brunswick, ME | 34.4 mi | $2,310 | $-520 (-18%) |
| Auburn, ME | 35.1 mi | $1,640 | $-1,190 (-42%) |
| Lewiston, ME | 37 mi | $1,640 | $-1,190 (-42%) |
3-Bedroom rent in Scarborough — common questions
How much is a 3-bedroom apartment in Scarborough?
As of October 2026, the median 3-bedroom apartment rent in Scarborough, Maine is $2,830 per month. This is +4% higher than the citywide median of $2,714.
What income do you need to afford a 3-bedroom in Scarborough?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $113,200 ($9,433/month gross), which works out to roughly $54.42/hour at a full-time job.
Is Scarborough expensive for a 3-bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Scarborough's 3-bedroom median of $2,830 is +33% above the national 3-bedroom median of $2,130. It ranks in the 76th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Scarborough rank for 3-bedroom rent in Maine?
Among the 20 cities in Maine with 3-bedroom data, Scarborough ranks #19 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 3-bedroom options near Scarborough?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 3-bedroom rents include Old Orchard Beach ($2,180), South Portland ($2,770), Saco ($2,460).