Welcome to Bangor, Maine's third-largest city, situated along the Penobscot River. This historic community, known as the "Queen City of the East," offers renters a range of housing options from converted Victorian homes to contemporary apartment communities. Current average rents range from $780 for studios to $1,373 for three-bedroom units, with modest increases of 1.4-1.8% across different unit sizes over the past year. The Broadway District showcases stunning 19-century architecture, while downtown Bangor features local shops, restaurants, and entertainment venues.
The city's cultural landscape includes the University of Maine Museum of Art, the Maine Discovery Museum, and the Bangor Symphony Orchestra. The 680-acre Bangor City Forest provides trails for hiking, cross-country skiing, and snowshoeing. Entertainment options include performances at the Cross Insurance Center and the Maine Savings Amphitheater. The 31-foot Paul Bunyan statue stands as a testament to the city's logging heritage, while the Bangor Public Library serves as an architectural centerpiece. With Husson University and Eastern Maine Community College nearby, the city maintains strong educational ties. Bangor's history as the "Lumber Capital of the World" is reflected in its preserved Victorian architecture, a reminder of its significant role in 19th-century commerce.
As of November 2025, the average apartment rent in Bangor, ME is $790 for a studio, $1,260 for one bedroom, $1,281 for two bedrooms, and $1,393 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Bangor has decreased by -1.5% in the past year.
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Somewhat Walkable
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You might be able to get out and walk when living in this area. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, but for others you’ll need a car.
Somewhat Bikeable
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You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.
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Grades PK-3
334 Students
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158 Students
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240 Students
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199 Students
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231 Students
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364 Students
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364 Students
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1,107 Students
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† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
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Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in November 2025.
