How many low income apartments are in Presque Isle, ME?

HUD administrative data tracks 5 subsidized properties in Presque Isle with approximately 319 assisted units across project-based Section 8, public housing, LIHTC and §202/§811 programs.

What is the average rent in subsidized housing in Presque Isle?

Tenant-paid rents in Presque Isle's assisted buildings typically range from about $378 to $455 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 Presque Isle?

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 Presque Isle?

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 Presque Isle, ME

There are 5 subsidized and income-restricted properties in Presque Isle with roughly 319 assisted units — including 2 project-based Section 8 buildings, 1 public housing developments, and 2 LIHTC tax-credit communities, according to HUD administrative data. Reported tenant-paid rents across these buildings range from about $378 to $455 per month. Median reported wait: about 18 months.

assisted properties

319

subsidized units

$417

typical rent

18 mo

median wait

Map of subsidized housing in Presque Isle

Complete directory of subsidized housing in Presque Isle

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Pleasant Hill Manor Public Housing	185	$455	18 mo
Helen Noreen Apartments PB Section 8	50	$453	—
Academy Park PB Section 8	30	$378	—
Academy Park Apts LIHTC	30	—	—
Mcculley Commons Apts LIHTC	24	—	—

Section 8 apartments in Presque Isle (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
Helen Noreen Apartments PB Section 8	50	$453	—
Academy Park PB Section 8	30	$378	—

Public housing developments in Presque Isle

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
Pleasant Hill Manor Public Housing	185	$455	18 mo

LIHTC & affordable tax-credit apartments in Presque Isle

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
Academy Park Apts LIHTC	30	—	—
Mcculley Commons Apts LIHTC	24	—	—

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 Presque Isle

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.