Guilford, ME Low Income Housing

Guilford, ME Low Income Housing Guide

Qualifying For Low Income Housing in Guilford, ME

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

There are a variety of low-income housing options available in Guilford, 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 Guilford, 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 Guilford, Maine - Piscataquis County

Studio Apartments $661
One Bedroom Apartments $860
Two Bedroom Apartments $1,105
Three Bedroom Apartments $1,444

List of Low Income Housing in or near Guilford, ME

MaineHousing Maine State Housing Authority - Augusta

353 Water Street
Augusta, ME - 04330
(207)626-4600
MaineHousing provides housing assistance to low income residents through the management of the areas Housing Choice Voucher Program - Section 8. This program is income based and the eligibility guidelines are set by HUD. There may be waiting lists for these 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 contact MaineHousing directly to obtain more information about eligibility requirements, availability of assistance, the status of any waiting lists and their application procedures. ...see full details
Piscataquis County
Listing Location: 6.11 miles from Guilford


Westbrook Housing - Westbrook

30 Liza Harmon Drive
Westbrook, ME - 04092
(207) 854-9779
Westbrook Housing  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 contact the Housing Authority directly to obtain more information about eligibility requirements, availability of rentals or vouchers, the status of any waiting lists and their application procedures.Their office is available Monday - Friday 8:00am - 4:00pm to assist you. ...see full details
Piscataquis County
Listing Location: 6.11 miles from Guilford


Oakes Manor Apartments - Sangerville

99 Oakes Manor Rd
Sangerville, ME - 04479
(207) 314-1083
Oakes Manor Apartments is a Elderly low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Oakes Manor Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications. ...see full details
Piscataquis County
Listing Location: 6.27 miles from Guilford

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Riverview Apartments Affordable/ Public Housing - Dover Foxcroft

930 West Main Street
Dover Foxcroft, ME - 04426
(207) 945-9342
Program type: Low-Income / Affordable Housing Project based section 8 program Rents are based on 30% of the household adjusted gross income. Features and Amenities: Community room Off-street parking Professional 24hr on-call maintenance This is a Low Income Housing community. Income restrictions apply. Contact the property for current availability; wait-lists may apply....see full details
Piscataquis County
Listing Location: 7.41 miles from Guilford


Chaia Apartments - Dexter

44 Main St
Dexter, ME - 04930
207-582-8884
Chaia Apartments is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Chaia Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Piscataquis County
Listing Location: 11.62 miles from Guilford

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Sebasticook Farms - Saint Albans

468 Corinna Rd
Saint Albans, ME - 04971
(207) 938-4615
Sebasticook Farms is a Disabled low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Sebasticook Farms for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Piscataquis County
Listing Location: 17.65 miles from Guilford

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Observatory Apartments - Charleston

8 Charleston Rd
Charleston, ME - 04422
(207) 947-6795
Observatory Apartments is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Observatory Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Piscataquis County
Listing Location: 18.24 miles from Guilford

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Chieftan Heights - Greenville

Hc 76 Box 101
Greenville, ME - 04441
(207) 695-3733
Chieftan Heights is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Chieftan Heights for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Piscataquis County
Listing Location: 21.99 miles from Guilford

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

The Hylands - Greenville

Hc 76 Box 121
Greenville, ME - 04441
(207) 695-3733
The Hylands is a Family low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact The Hylands for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Piscataquis County
Listing Location: 21.99 miles from Guilford

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Mcnally House - Newport

1 Mcnally Ter
Newport, ME - 04953
(207) 947-6795
Mcnally House is a Family low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Mcnally House for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Piscataquis County
Listing Location: 23.94 miles from Guilford

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Tips for Finding Low-Income Housing in Guilford, 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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