How many low income apartments are in Caribou, ME?

HUD administrative data tracks 8 subsidized properties in Caribou with approximately 192 assisted units across project-based Section 8, public housing, LIHTC and §202/§811 programs.

What is the average rent in subsidized housing in Caribou?

Tenant-paid rents in Caribou's assisted buildings typically range from about $321 to $385 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 Caribou?

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 Caribou?

Payment standards track HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rent for Aroostook County: about $949/mo for one-bedroom and $1,224/mo for two-bedroom units (gross rent incl. utilities). You pay roughly 30% of income toward the remainder.

Low Income & Subsidized Housing in Caribou, ME

There are 8 subsidized and income-restricted properties in Caribou with roughly 192 assisted units — including 5 project-based Section 8 buildings, 0 public housing developments, and 3 LIHTC tax-credit communities, according to HUD administrative data. Reported tenant-paid rents across these buildings range from about $321 to $385 per month.

assisted properties

192

subsidized units

$353

typical rent

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median wait

Map of subsidized housing in Caribou

Complete directory of subsidized housing in Caribou

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
North Ridge Apts LIHTC	49	—	—
Lyndon Heights PB Section 8	37	$321	—
Caribou Apts LIHTC	32	—	—
Townview Estates PB Section 8	22	$353	—
Caribou Congregate Housing PB Section 8	20	$385	—
Mill Park PB Section 8	20	—	—
Supervised Independent Living Apts PB Section 8	10	—	—
North Ridge Ii LIHTC	2	—	—

Section 8 apartments in Caribou (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
Lyndon Heights PB Section 8	37	$321	—
Townview Estates PB Section 8	22	$353	—
Caribou Congregate Housing PB Section 8	20	$385	—
Mill Park PB Section 8	20	—	—
Supervised Independent Living Apts PB Section 8	10	—	—

LIHTC & affordable tax-credit apartments in Caribou

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
North Ridge Apts LIHTC	49	—	—
Caribou Apts LIHTC	32	—	—
North Ridge Ii LIHTC	2	—	—

Voucher rent limits: Aroostook County Fair Market Rents

Housing Choice Voucher payment standards in this area derive from HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rents for Aroostook County: studio $942, 1-BR $949, 2-BR $1,224, 3-BR $1,672, 4-BR $1,739.

Full FMR table for Aroostook County →

How to apply for subsidized housing in Caribou

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.