How many low income apartments are in Orono, ME?

HUD administrative data tracks 4 subsidized properties in Orono with approximately 105 assisted units across project-based Section 8, public housing, LIHTC and §202/§811 programs.

What is the average rent in subsidized housing in Orono?

Tenant-paid rents in Orono's assisted buildings typically range from about $375 to $511 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 Orono?

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 Orono?

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 Orono, ME

There are 4 subsidized and income-restricted properties in Orono with roughly 105 assisted units — including 4 project-based Section 8 buildings, 0 public housing developments, and 0 LIHTC tax-credit communities, according to HUD administrative data. Reported tenant-paid rents across these buildings range from about $375 to $511 per month.

assisted properties

105

subsidized units

$443

typical rent

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median wait

Map of subsidized housing in Orono

Complete directory of subsidized housing in Orono

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Housing Foundation Ii PB Section 8	35	$407	—
Housing Foundation I PB Section 8	32	$511	—
Hasbrouck Court PB Section 8	30	$375	—
Meadowview PB Section 8	8	—	—

Section 8 apartments in Orono (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
Housing Foundation Ii PB Section 8	35	$407	—
Housing Foundation I PB Section 8	32	$511	—
Hasbrouck Court PB Section 8	30	$375	—
Meadowview PB Section 8	8	—	—

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 Orono

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.