Apartment in South Portland, ME
4 guests · 2 bedrooms · 1 bath
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones
High-end valueWell priced for this area
About this apartment rental
KEY FEATURES:
☀ Sleeps 4; 2 bedrooms, 1 king, 1 queen
☀ 1 Bathroom; full with combo shower/tub
☀ Modern and well-equipped kitchen with dining seating for 4 guests
☀ 350MB Satellite WiFi and Smart TVs throughout the condo
☀ Located in the center of downtown Portland. No car needed!
☀ Board games
☀ Dog and family-friendly
☀ 1 free parking spot at a parking garage a short walk away
Here Are A Few Kind Words From Our Past Guests:
"Great downtown location and very comfortable beds! Would definitely stay again!" - Jamie
"This was an adorable loft in the arts district. Only a 10-minute walk to nearly everything. Lots of shopping and great food all around." - Krista
"Great location within walking distance of old port, we did not have to drive at all during our two day trip. Place was very clean, and even had activities - chess side table, board games in the coffee table and a bunch of books on the self." - Vanessa
"Location is in the heart of Portland. Everything is with-in walking distance. Condo is updated and modern." - George
☆☆ BEDROOMS ☆☆
This modern downtown condo accommodates 4 guests in 2 bedrooms. The master bedroom is fitted with a king-size bed and a 32" Smart TV. The second bedroom is fitted with a queen-size bed and a 32" Smart TV. Both bedrooms have room-darkening shades.
☆☆ BATHROOM ☆☆
There is one full bathroom in this condo, and it is stocked with all the essentials you need for the duration of your stay.
☆☆ KITCHEN & LIVING ROOM ☆☆
The bright and airy kitchen is fully equipped with all the appliances, utensils and cookware you need to feel at home. The kitchen has been upgraded with modern new appliances for your convenience, including a full-size refrigerator and roomy cabinets for your groceries, a stainless-steel flat top stove and oven, and a dishwasher to make cleaning up a breeze. The dining area seats 4 guests.
The lounge is equipped with an HDTV with a Roku entertainment system, allowing full access to your favorite streaming services. There are a variety of family board games and books on the shelves for your entertainment.
☆☆ OUTSIDE SPACE ☆☆
While the condo does not have a private outdoor space, it's within a 15 minute walk from several of Portland's most beautiful parks. There are a couple of smaller parks within a 5 minute walk. It’s located in the heart of Downtown Portland and surrounded by charming shops, lush green spaces, wide sidewalks, and shady picnic areas. The condo includes one free parking pass at the parking garage located a short walk away.
This beautiful condo is only 25 minutes from the state park beaches and the nearby lakes, and only 75 minutes from the snow ski mountains in winter.
☆☆ ADDITIONAL GUEST EXPERIENCES ☆☆
Looking to make your stay extra special? We partner with local businesses to help take your trip to the next level. We’re happy to help coordinate the following services:
☀ Kayak & SUP Rentals
☀ Bike Rentals
☀ Private Chef
☀ In-home Massage
★☆ Book Today & Let Us Take Care of You In Portland! ☆★
GUEST ACCESS
Please note the condo is on the third floor of the building and there is no elevator. Guests will need to climb about 15 stairs to get to the second floor of the building, and then another 25 stairs once you enter the unit to get up to the living space.
There are two window AC units installed in the summer months - one in the living room and one in the queen bedroom. We also have portable fans available for guest use.
Guests will have access to all rooms and amenities. You’ll receive a code for the smart lock for secure and easy entrance into the home. The condo includes one free parking pass at the Gateway Garage located directly behind the building. Amazon packages or others can be delivered to the lobby for your convenience.
OTHER THINGS TO NOTE
- We have an additional TopHost Vacation Rentals Guest Agreement separate from the booking platform. By booking this home, you agree to this process. The Guest Agreement is a legal document from our law firm that details the rules and policies for staying here.
- After you book, you’ll receive a message with a link to the Rental Agreement. Please read it carefully and sign it to complete your booking. Signing this agreement is required for your stay in our home.
- Unexpected things can happen, so WE STRONGLY RECOMMEND getting travel insurance in case you need to cancel your booking.
- Our properties are always cleaned and turned over by highly-rated, professional housekeeping companies.
DOG GUIDELINES
- By booking, you accept responsibility for any damage/extra cleaning your dog causes during the stay.
- No dogs left home alone unless crated.
- Please clean up after your pet. $100 per pet fee per stay.
☀ Sleeps 4; 2 bedrooms, 1 king, 1 queen
☀ 1 Bathroom; full with combo shower/tub
☀ Modern and well-equipped kitchen with dining seating for 4 guests
☀ 350MB Satellite WiFi and Smart TVs throughout the condo
☀ Located in the center of downtown Portland. No car needed!
☀ Board games
☀ Dog and family-friendly
☀ 1 free parking spot at a parking garage a short walk away
Here Are A Few Kind Words From Our Past Guests:
"Great downtown location and very comfortable beds! Would definitely stay again!" - Jamie
"This was an adorable loft in the arts district. Only a 10-minute walk to nearly everything. Lots of shopping and great food all around." - Krista
"Great location within walking distance of old port, we did not have to drive at all during our two day trip. Place was very clean, and even had activities - chess side table, board games in the coffee table and a bunch of books on the self." - Vanessa
"Location is in the heart of Portland. Everything is with-in walking distance. Condo is updated and modern." - George
☆☆ BEDROOMS ☆☆
This modern downtown condo accommodates 4 guests in 2 bedrooms. The master bedroom is fitted with a king-size bed and a 32" Smart TV. The second bedroom is fitted with a queen-size bed and a 32" Smart TV. Both bedrooms have room-darkening shades.
☆☆ BATHROOM ☆☆
There is one full bathroom in this condo, and it is stocked with all the essentials you need for the duration of your stay.
☆☆ KITCHEN & LIVING ROOM ☆☆
The bright and airy kitchen is fully equipped with all the appliances, utensils and cookware you need to feel at home. The kitchen has been upgraded with modern new appliances for your convenience, including a full-size refrigerator and roomy cabinets for your groceries, a stainless-steel flat top stove and oven, and a dishwasher to make cleaning up a breeze. The dining area seats 4 guests.
The lounge is equipped with an HDTV with a Roku entertainment system, allowing full access to your favorite streaming services. There are a variety of family board games and books on the shelves for your entertainment.
☆☆ OUTSIDE SPACE ☆☆
While the condo does not have a private outdoor space, it's within a 15 minute walk from several of Portland's most beautiful parks. There are a couple of smaller parks within a 5 minute walk. It’s located in the heart of Downtown Portland and surrounded by charming shops, lush green spaces, wide sidewalks, and shady picnic areas. The condo includes one free parking pass at the parking garage located a short walk away.
This beautiful condo is only 25 minutes from the state park beaches and the nearby lakes, and only 75 minutes from the snow ski mountains in winter.
☆☆ ADDITIONAL GUEST EXPERIENCES ☆☆
Looking to make your stay extra special? We partner with local businesses to help take your trip to the next level. We’re happy to help coordinate the following services:
☀ Kayak & SUP Rentals
☀ Bike Rentals
☀ Private Chef
☀ In-home Massage
★☆ Book Today & Let Us Take Care of You In Portland! ☆★
GUEST ACCESS
Please note the condo is on the third floor of the building and there is no elevator. Guests will need to climb about 15 stairs to get to the second floor of the building, and then another 25 stairs once you enter the unit to get up to the living space.
There are two window AC units installed in the summer months - one in the living room and one in the queen bedroom. We also have portable fans available for guest use.
Guests will have access to all rooms and amenities. You’ll receive a code for the smart lock for secure and easy entrance into the home. The condo includes one free parking pass at the Gateway Garage located directly behind the building. Amazon packages or others can be delivered to the lobby for your convenience.
OTHER THINGS TO NOTE
- We have an additional TopHost Vacation Rentals Guest Agreement separate from the booking platform. By booking this home, you agree to this process. The Guest Agreement is a legal document from our law firm that details the rules and policies for staying here.
- After you book, you’ll receive a message with a link to the Rental Agreement. Please read it carefully and sign it to complete your booking. Signing this agreement is required for your stay in our home.
- Unexpected things can happen, so WE STRONGLY RECOMMEND getting travel insurance in case you need to cancel your booking.
- Our properties are always cleaned and turned over by highly-rated, professional housekeeping companies.
DOG GUIDELINES
- By booking, you accept responsibility for any damage/extra cleaning your dog causes during the stay.
- No dogs left home alone unless crated.
- Please clean up after your pet. $100 per pet fee per stay.
Amenities at Gem on Congress - King Bed, Free Parking, Dog & Family Friendly, Modern Condo
Non-smoking
Pets allowed
Family friendly
Map of South Portland, ME
Ratings and reviews
10 / 10Outstanding·Jan 2026
Great, responsive, host. Perfect location, right in downtown Portland
10 / 10Outstanding·Oct 2025
A great location for exploring the city. The apartment was clean and comfortable. The coffee shop across the street was an added perk!
10 / 10Outstanding·Sep 2025
We loved our stay at this condo. The location is fantastic! It’s in downtown and so many places to go within very short walking distance. We did not rent a car because there was no need. We even did a wine tasting sail boat tour (highly recommend but reserve in advance because it sells out quickly) and we walked to the ocean but took an Uber back. Less than 10. The condo itself was very nice. Super comfy beds and very clean. A lot of stairs to walk but manageable. We had an issue when we got home on our first night the door in the king bedroom was wide open. It led to an outside hallway so that was very unnerving but we realized you have to really pull on the door to lock it, so that should definitely be fixed or a sign posted or something. All in all, we loved our stay here and would stay here again.
6 / 10Average·Nov 2025
Across from Portland’s flatiron building in the arts district, the condo is centrally located. Also close to Monument Square, it’s an area frequented by people needing extra supports for addiction, homelessness, mental health. The secondary entrance was often blocked by a person ranting or sleeping. Disturbed yelling is common into the late night/early morning. The condo was stocked with lots of amenities for the laundry, bathroom, coffee, cleaning. And I always appreciate a new sponge at the sink. There was a significant cleanliness issue the manager apologized for and offered a remedy. I declined the remedy since I was working and couldn’t accommodate the interruption. The same remedy was offered again, which landed like a standard customer service response and less like a creative solution. Renters must sign an additional rental agreement for the condo, which I was happy to do. I was less happy with the repeated daily reminders to complete this agreement during my stay. A technology issue for sure, but not one a renter should be bothered with.During the shoulder season, regulating temperature was impossible. With no central air or operating windows, there was no way to combat the heater that over-warms the space. Southern exposure alone warms the place enough to need an operating window. The blinds didn't work consistently which was an issue for privacy. Uneven comfort with hard pillows & hard primary mattress. Rating: 3.5 for modern upgrades, cost, overall experience.
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Top rated by guests
9.6Outstanding
(29 Ratings)
"Great, responsive, host. Perfect location, right in downtown Portland"
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