Cheapest apartments & houses for rent in Penobscot County, ME
The median gross rent in Penobscot County is $932 — 3% above the Maine state median. It ranks #11 of 16 counties for affordability.
Median rent$932
1-bedroom$788
2-bedroom$1,058
3-bedroom$1,154
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How to find the cheapest rent in Penobscot County
- Target the $788–$1,058 range. That spans typical 1- and 2-bedroom rents here, so anything well under it is a genuine deal.
- Compare nearby counties. Rents can swing a lot across a county line — the list below shows cheaper options within Maine.
- Look off-peak. Winter months (Nov–Feb) usually bring the lowest asking rents and the most negotiable landlords.
- Check income-based options. If rent here runs high, HUD-supported and income-restricted units can cut costs substantially.
Cheaper counties near Penobscot County
- Aroostook County$681
- Washington County$687
- Franklin County$752
- Oxford County$781
- Piscataquis County$792