Portland, ME Low Income Housing: A Comprehensive Guide

Qualifying For Low Income Housing in Portland, ME

How do I qualify for low income housing in Portland, ME?
To qualify for low income housing in Maine, you must meet the following income requirements:

Your household income must be below 80% of the area median income (AMI). The AMI is updated annually by the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) and varies by county.

You must have a valid Social Security number or Individual Taxpayer Identification Number (ITIN).

You must be a U.S. citizen or a legal immigrant.

In addition to the income requirements, you may also need to meet other eligibility requirements, such as:

- You must not have been evicted from any public housing or Section 8 housing in the past three years.
- You must not have any outstanding felony convictions for drug-related offenses.
- You must not be a registered sex offender.

Types of Low Income Housing in Portland, ME

There are a variety of low-income housing options available in Portland, ME, including:

Public Housing: Public housing is owned and operated by your area Housing Authority. Public housing units are rented to low-income households at below-market rates.
Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers: Section 8 is a federal program that provides rental assistance to low-income households. Vouchers can be used to rent apartments, townhouses, or single-family homes from private landlords.
Low Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC): LIHTC is a federal program that provides tax credits to developers who build or renovate affordable housing units. LIHTC units are typically rented at below-market rates.
Project-Based Section 8: Project-based Section 8 is a federal program that provides rental assistance to low-income households who live in specific apartment buildings or housing developments.
Very Low Income Housing Development (VLID): VLID is a federal program that provides grants to states and local governments to fund the development of affordable housing for low-income households.

In addition to these federal programs, there are also a number of state and local programs that provide low-income housing assistance in Portland, ME. These programs may offer rental assistance, down payment assistance, or other forms of financial assistance to help low-income households afford housing.

PublicHousing.com puts together our list of properties using the above program listings all on one website.

We display monthly rates for the apartments when possible. Most of subsidized apartments base the rent on income, therefore, you will need to contact the apartment directly for rates. We list all pertinent contact information.

HUD Fair Market Rent For Portland, Maine - Cumberland County

Studio Apartments $1,319

One Bedroom Apartments $1,512

Two Bedroom Apartments $1,946

Three Bedroom Apartments $2,418

List of Low Income Housing in or near Portland, ME

Washington Gardens Portland Low Rent Public Housing Apartments - Portland

577 Washington Avenue
Portland, ME - 04103
(207) 221-8050
Washington Gardens is a Low Rent Public Housing Senior/Disabled Community. The property is operated by the Portland Housing Authority. The site consists of 100 rentals. Amenities: The community features a Community Hall Laundry Facility and Food Pantry. These rentals are income based and the eligibility guidelines are set by HUD. There may be waiting lists for these rentals and at times the lists may close to new applicants based on the size of and length of wait on the l...see full details
Cumberland County

Harbor Terrace Portland Low Rent Public Housing Apartments - Portland

284 Danforth Street
Portland, ME - 04102
(207) 221-8090x8800
Harbor Terrace is a Low Rent Public Housing Senior/Disabled Community. The property is operated by the Portland Housing Authority. This site consists of 119 rentals. The community features an monthly Blood Pressure and Iron Count Screenings, a Community Hall and Secured Entry. These rentals are income based and the eligibility guidelines are set by HUD. There may be waiting lists for these rentals and at times the lists may close to new applicants based on the size of and length of wait ...see full details
Cumberland County

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Franklin Towers Portland Low Rent Public Housing Apartments - Portland

211 Cumberland Avenue
Portland, ME - 04101
(207) 221-8040x8700
Franklin Towers is a Low Rent Public Housing Senior/Disabled Community. The property is operated by the Portland Housing Authority. The site consists of 200 rentals. The community features an Education Center, Community Hall and Blood Pressure monthly screenings. These rentals are income based and the eligibility guidelines are set by HUD. There may be waiting lists for these rentals and at times the lists may close to new applicants based on the size of and length of wait on the lists....see full details
Cumberland County

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Apartment Costs (user reports): 200.00
700
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Sagamore Village Portland Low Rent Public Housing Apartments - Portland

21 Popham Street
Portland, ME - 04102
(207) 221-8070x8300
Sagamore Village is a Low Rent Public Housing Family Community. The property is operated by the Portland Housing Authority. The site consists of 200 rentals. The community features an Education Center, Community Hall and a Head Start Program. These rentals are income based and the eligibility guidelines are set by HUD. There may be waiting lists for these rentals and at times the lists may close to new applicants based on the size of and length of wait on the lists. If you are interest...see full details
Cumberland County

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Apartment Costs (user reports): 30% of income
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Riverton Park Portland Low Rent Public Housing Apartments - Portland

2 Riverton Drive
Portland, ME - 04103
(207) 221-8060x8400
Riverton Park is a Low Rent Public Housing Family Community. The property is operated by the Portland Housing Authority. This property consist of 141 rentals. The community features an Education Center, Community Hall and Adult Education classes. These rentals are income based and the eligibility guidelines are set by HUD. There may be waiting lists for these rentals and at times the lists may close to new applicants based on the size of and length of wait on the lists. If you are inter...see full details
Cumberland County

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Apartment Costs (user reports): I bedroom
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Dermot Court Portland Low Rent Public Housing Apartments - Portland

10,12,16 and 18 Dermot Court
Portland, ME - 04102
(207) 221-8030x8500
Dermot Court is a Low Rent Public Housing Family Rental Site that is operated by the Portland Housing Authority. The property features a Head Start Program and a Community Hall. These rentals are income based and the eligibility guidelines are set by HUD. There may be waiting lists for these rentals and at times the lists may close to new applicants based on the size of and length of wait on the lists. If you are interested in renting at Dermot Court please contact them directly to obtain...see full details
Cumberland County

Front Street Portland Low Rent Public Housing Apartments - Portland

34 West Presumpscot Street
Portland, ME - 04103
(207) 221-8050x8600
Front Street is a Low Rent Public Housing Family Community. The property is operated by the Portland Housing Authority. This property consists of 50 rentals. The community features a weekly Food Pantry and Summer Lunch Programs for the children. These rentals are income based and the eligibility guidelines are set by HUD. There may be waiting lists for these rentals and at times the lists may close to new applicants based on the size of and length of wait on the lists. If you are interes...see full details
Cumberland County

Bayside East-Bayside Terrace- Kennedy Park Portland Low Rent Public Housing Apartments - Portland

58 Boyd Street
Portland, ME - 04101
(207) 221-8030x8500
Bayside East-Bayside Terrace and Kennedy Park is a Low Rent Public Housing Family Community. The property is operated by the Portland Housing Authority. These sites consist of 167 rentals. The community features an Education Center, Community Hall and a Head Start Program. These rentals are income based and the eligibility guidelines are set by HUD. There may be waiting lists for these rentals and at times the lists may close to new applicants based on the size of and length of wait on the li...see full details
Cumberland County

Portland Housing Authority - Portland

14 Baxter Boulevard
Portland, ME - 04101
(207) 773-4753
Portland Housing Authority provides housing assistance to low income residents through the management of programs such as Low Rent Public Housing and the Housing Choice Voucher Program - Section 8. These programs are income based and the eligibility guidelines are set by HUD. There may be waiting lists for rentals or vouchers and at times the lists may close to new applicants based on the size of and length of wait on the lists. If you are in need of housing assistance in the area please ...see full details
Cumberland County

Portland Adult Education - Portland

57 Douglas St.
Portland, ME - 04102
207-874-8155
This is a HUD Approved Housing Counseling Agency. Contact them for assistance for the following: Pre-purchase Counseling Languages Spoken at Housing Agency: English...see full details
Cumberland County

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Apartment Costs (user reports): 200.00
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Peoples Regional Opportunity Program - Portland

510 Cumberland Avenue
Portland, ME - 04101
207-553-5931
This is a HUD Approved Housing Counseling Agency. Contact them for assistance for the following: Fair Housing Pre-Purchase Education Workshops Financial Management Budget Counseling Home Improvement and Rehabilitation Counseling Mortgage Delinquency and Default Resolution Counseling Non-Delinquency Post Purchase Workshops for Homeowners Pre-purchase Counseling Pre-purchase Homebuyer Education Workshops Predatory Lending Education Workshops Rental Housing Counseling Services for Homeless Counsel...see full details
Cumberland County

Congress Square Plaza - Portland

10 Congress Square Plz
Portland, ME - 04101
781-598-3200
Congress Square Plaza is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Congress Square Plaza for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Cumberland County