Troy, ME Low Income Housing

Troy, ME Low Income Housing Guide

Qualifying For Low Income Housing in Troy, ME

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

There are a variety of low-income housing options available in Troy, 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 Troy, 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 Troy, Maine - Waldo County

Studio Apartments $896
One Bedroom Apartments $1,142
Two Bedroom Apartments $1,390
Three Bedroom Apartments $1,694

List of Low Income Housing in or near Troy, ME

Pittsfield Gardens - Affordable Community - Pittsfield

130 Pittsfield Street
Pittsfield, ME - 04967
(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
Waldo County
Listing Location: 10.64 miles from Troy


Westbranch Terrace - Pittsfield

39 Sebasticook St
Pittsfield, ME - 04967
(207) 774-0501
Westbranch Terrace is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Westbranch Terrace for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Waldo County
Listing Location: 10.91 miles from Troy

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Newport Inn - Newport

67 Main St
Newport, ME - 04953
(207) 947-6795
Newport Inn is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Newport Inn for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Waldo County
Listing Location: 11.92 miles from Troy

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
Waldo County
Listing Location: 12.02 miles from Troy

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Persistence - Newburgh

Route 69
Newburgh, ME - 4444
(207) 866-4300
Persistence is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Persistence for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Waldo County
Listing Location: 14.61 miles from Troy

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Fairfield Family Apartments - Public Housing - Fairfield

122 Skowhegan Road
Fairfield, ME - 04975
(207) 616-0130
Project Based Section 8 Family Community Income restrictions apply. Email Address: maineoffice@monroegroup.com Community Amenities: Outdoor recreation area On-site parking Apartment Amenities: Kitchens with stove and refrigerator Living room, dining room Washer and dryer hookup This is a Public Housing community. Contact the property for current availability, for current availability and to determine whether you qualify or not. Wait-lists may apply. ...see full details
Waldo County
Listing Location: 17.80 miles from Troy


Island Apartments - Fairfield

2 Island Avenue
Fairfield, ME - 04937
(207) 784-0446
Island Apartments is a 23 Units senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Island Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications. ...see full details
Waldo County
Listing Location: 18.11 miles from Troy

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Fairfield Family - Fairfield

122 Route 201
Fairfield, ME - 04937
207-772-8896
Fairfield Family is a Family low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Fairfield Family for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Waldo County
Listing Location: 18.33 miles from Troy

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
Waldo County
Listing Location: 18.72 miles from Troy

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Waldo Avenue Apartments - Belfast

195 Waldo Ave
Belfast, ME - 04915
(207) 338-2080
Waldo Avenue Apartments is a low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Waldo Avenue Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Waldo County
Listing Location: 19.26 miles from Troy

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Tips for Finding Low-Income Housing in Troy, 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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