How many low income apartments are in Brewer, ME?

HUD administrative data tracks 7 subsidized properties in Brewer with approximately 325 assisted units across project-based Section 8, public housing, LIHTC and §202/§811 programs.

What is the average rent in subsidized housing in Brewer?

Tenant-paid rents in Brewer's assisted buildings typically range from about $608 to $608 monthly, depending on program and bedroom size. Voucher holders generally pay close to 30% of their own income instead.

How do I apply for Section 8 in Brewer?

Two routes: (1) apply directly to each subsidized building — they manage their own waitlists; (2) join your regional housing authority's Housing Choice Voucher waitlist when open. Our step-by-step guide walks through documents and timing.

What rent will a Section 8 voucher cover in Brewer?

Payment standards track HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rent for Penobscot County: about $1,061/mo for one-bedroom and $1,392/mo for two-bedroom units (gross rent incl. utilities). You pay roughly 30% of income toward the remainder.

Low Income & Subsidized Housing in Brewer, ME

There are 7 subsidized and income-restricted properties in Brewer with roughly 325 assisted units — including 4 project-based Section 8 buildings, 1 public housing developments, and 5 LIHTC tax-credit communities, according to HUD administrative data. Reported tenant-paid rents across these buildings range from about $608 to $608 per month. Median reported wait: about 16 months.

assisted properties

325

subsidized units

$608

typical rent

16 mo

median wait

Map of subsidized housing in Brewer

Complete directory of subsidized housing in Brewer

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
The Heritage Public Housing	154	$608	16 mo
Village Centre Family Apts LIHTCPB Section 8	48	—	—
Chamberlain Place LIHTCPB Section 8	32	—	—
Ellen Leach Memorial Home LIHTC	30	—	—
Somerset Place LIHTCPB Section 8	28	—	—
Holdan Square Apts LIHTC	25	—	—
Dirigo School PB Section 8	8	—	—

Section 8 apartments in Brewer (project-based)

These buildings carry HUD Section 8 contracts attached to the units — apply at each management office rather than through the voucher waitlist. How project-based Section 8 works →

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Village Centre Family Apts LIHTCPB Section 8	48	—	—
Chamberlain Place LIHTCPB Section 8	32	—	—
Somerset Place LIHTCPB Section 8	28	—	—
Dirigo School PB Section 8	8	—	—

Public housing developments in Brewer

Rents here are set at about 30% of household income and managed by the local housing authority. About the public housing program →

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
The Heritage Public Housing	154	$608	16 mo

LIHTC & affordable tax-credit apartments in Brewer

Tax-credit units rent below market rate for households within income bands (often 30–60% of Area Median Income). Understanding LIHTC →

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Ellen Leach Memorial Home LIHTC	30	—	—
Holdan Square Apts LIHTC	25	—	—

Voucher rent limits: Penobscot County Fair Market Rents

Housing Choice Voucher payment standards in this area derive from HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rents for Penobscot County: studio $982, 1-BR $1,061, 2-BR $1,392, 3-BR $1,799, 4-BR $2,010.

Full FMR table for Penobscot County →

How to apply for subsidized housing in Brewer

Apply to buildings directly. Project-based Section 8, public housing, §202/§811 and LIHTC properties run their own waitlists — contact each office using the details on its page.
Join voucher waitlists. Your regional housing authority administers Housing Choice Vouchers; ask about current openings and preferences. Step-by-step application guide →
Document everything. ID, Social Security cards, birth certificates, and income proof speed up both paths.
Stay reachable. Update your address everywhere — missed mail is the top reason applicants lose spots.

Nearby cities with low income housing

Data: HUD Picture of Subsidized Households & LIHTC database (2024 vintage). Figures are administrative averages — confirm current availability with each property.