Quieter residential streets with single-family homes converted into multi-unit rentals. More space, lower prices, a short bike ride to campus. Best for: Graduate students, studious undergrads, budget-conscious renters. Typical rent: $650–$1,100/mo.

East Side listings average 9.6 miles from campus or ~67 min by transit.

Expect $650–$1,100/mo in East Side. Studio: $750/mo; 1 bedroom: $2,355/mo; 2 bedroom: $1,200/mo; Area range: $650–$1,100/mo.

East Side scores 87/100 on our student-housing safety model. Treat safety like a student-life decision, not just rent: tour at night, confirm lighting and access control, and compare blocks instead of entire ZIP codes. Areas listed on this h…

East Side is a short transit or bike ride to Maine of Art & Design. Transit convenience near Portland, ME scores about 66/100 in our model. Undergrads often bike for short trips; graduate students more often mix transit + parking depending on program location.

About 84% of residents near East Side rent rather than own. Roughly 85% undergrad vs 15% graduate renters — Graduate students, studious undergrads, budget-conscious renters.

Peak demand hits before fall term and again in early summer. For Maine College of Art & Design, starting 60 days early improves unit quality and roommate choice.

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