Temple, ME Low Income Housing

Temple, ME Low Income Housing Guide

Qualifying For Low Income Housing in Temple, ME

How do I qualify for low income housing in Temple, 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 Temple, ME

There are a variety of low-income housing options available in Temple, 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 Temple, 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 Temple, Maine - Franklin County

Studio Apartments $713
One Bedroom Apartments $939
Two Bedroom Apartments $1,257
Three Bedroom Apartments $1,261

List of Low Income Housing in or near Temple, ME

Mc Smith Apartments - Affordable Community - Farmington

185 – 189 Fairbanks Road
Farmington, ME - 04938
(207) 616-0130
Community Amenities:     On-site parking Apartment Amenities:     Kitchens with new stove and refrigerator     Living room, dining room     Washer and dryer hookup in basement ...see full details
Franklin County
Listing Location: 3.40 miles from Temple


Mount Blue Housing - Farmington

2 Middle St
Farmington, ME - 04938
(207) 783-9141
Mount Blue Housing is a Disabled low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Mount Blue Housing for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Franklin County
Listing Location: 4.06 miles from Temple

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Farmington Court - Farmington

24 Middle St
Farmington, ME - 04938
(603) 836-5680
Farmington Court is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Farmington Court for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Franklin County
Listing Location: 4.18 miles from Temple

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Sherwood Apartments - Affordable Community - Farmington

382 – 392 High Street
Farmington, ME - 04938
(207) 616-0130
Community Amenities:     Playground     Laundry Room     On-site parking Apartment Amenities:     Kitchens with stove and refrigerator     Living room, dining room     Washer and dryer hookup in basement ...see full details
Franklin County
Listing Location: 4.94 miles from Temple


Village View Apartments - Dryden

101 Village View St
Dryden, ME - 04225
(207) 743-7961
Village View Apartments is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Village View Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Franklin County
Listing Location: 5.89 miles from Temple

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Wilton Senior Housing - Wilton

11 Eastern Ave
Wilton, ME - 04294
207-784-0142
Wilton Senior Housing is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Wilton Senior Housing for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Franklin County
Listing Location: 6.00 miles from Temple

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Shadagee Seniors Housing - Phillips

Seward St
Phillips, ME - 4966
(207) 621-7700
Shadagee Seniors Housing is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Shadagee Seniors Housing for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Franklin County
Listing Location: 10.87 miles from Temple

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Dixfield Village Apartments - Dixfield

165 Weld St
Dixfield, ME - 04224
207-784-0142
Dixfield Village Apartments is a Family low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Dixfield Village Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Franklin County
Listing Location: 14.49 miles from Temple

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Dixfield Square Apartments - Dixfield

12 3rd St
Dixfield, ME - 04224
(207) 772-3399
Dixfield Square Apartments is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Dixfield Square Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Franklin County
Listing Location: 15.43 miles from Temple

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Livermore Falls Apartments - Livermore Falls

166 Park St
Livermore Falls, ME - 04254
(207) 743-7961
Livermore Falls Apartments is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Livermore Falls Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Franklin County
Listing Location: 15.44 miles from Temple

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Tips for Finding Low-Income Housing in Temple, ME

  • 1. Check with local social service agencies. Many social service agencies offer affordable housing programs or can provide you with information on affordable housing resources in your area.
  • 2. HUD Exchange: The HUD Exchange website provides information on a variety of federal housing programs, including Section 8 and HOME.
  • 3. National Low Income Housing Coalition: The NLIHC website provides information on affordable housing programs and policies at the national and state levels.

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