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Low Income Housing and Subsidized Apartments in Portland, ME

Below is the listing of 19 affordable apartments and low-income housing in Portland, ME. Some apartments listed here will require prospective residents to meet income eligibility requirements and other guidelines specific to a housing authority, and other properties will be open to all residents needing affordable housing.

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100 State Street - Subsidized, Low-Rent Apartment (for Elderly)
Location: Portland, ME - 04101
Contact Phone: (207) 775-1437
Details: Located in the West End neighborhood of Portland, Maine, 100 State Street offers affordable smoke-free housing in a downtown setting within sight of Portland's historic and scenic waterfront. Our one- and two-bedroom apartments feature wall-to-wall carpeting, air conditioning, ample closets, elevators, and fully applianced kitchens. All utilities (heat, hot water, and electricity) are included in the rent. The building has an intercom-controlled entrance for your visitors and deliveries. The community also offers many amenities: a beauty salon, laundry facilities, grocery store, 24-hour emergency maintenance, community auditorium, billiard room, solarium, library (both on-site video and book libraries, plus monthly visits from Portland Public Library Outreach), on-site management, easy access to public transportation, and a beautiful courtyard for various activities and events. 100 State Street is centrally located in downtown Portland, with a wide range of great shopping, restaurants and hospitals available conveniently nearby. While Portland is known for its great walkability, it is also easy to take advantage of the METRO bus system, as we have a sheltered bus stop located directly in front of our property. Residents are also welcome to sign up for weekly bus trips to local grocery shopping centers with RTP. This property has a smoke-free policy - no smoking is allowed in the building.
Bayview Heights - Subsidized, Low-Rent Apartment (for Elderly)
Location: Portland, ME - 04101
Contact Phone: (207) 772-3837
Details: Bayview Heights is an independent housing community for persons 62 years or older. Our community is located on Munjoy Hill in Portland, Maine just one block from Casco Bay. Bayview Heights is a secured building located near churches, medical care, markets, pharmacies, bus routes, library, community gardens, walking trails and much more.
Brackett Street - Subsidized, Low-Rent Apartment (for Disabled)
Location: Portland, ME - 04102
Contact Phone: (207) 553-2188
Details: The Brackett Street Residence serves six adult men with substance abuse disorders and a history of involvement with the criminal justice system with 24-hour staffing on site, 365 days a year. Clients are encouraged to cope with the challenges of everyday living with increased independence by developing daily living skills, obtaining education regarding mental illness and improving and learning how to manage symptoms with an individual treatment plan. Participants may stay for up to two years. Brackett Street provides treatment in a safe home environment, and meets clients where they are, by supporting them through a non-linear program of recovery.
Burnham Court - Subsidized, Low-Rent Apartment (for Family)
Location: Portland, ME - 04101
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Butler/payson - Subsidized, Low-Rent Apartment (for Elderly)
Location: Portland, ME - 04101
Contact Phone: (800) 339-6516
Details: Community Amenities: 24-Hour Emergency Maintenance; Smoke free building; On-site resident parking; On-site laundry; Community room; Some ADA accessible units available; Utilities included
Carleton Court - Subsidized, Low-Rent Apartment (for Family)
Location: Portland, ME - 04101
Contact Phone: (207) 828-1274
Details: Carleton Court is comprised of three renovated historic brick buildings, located in the historic district, adjacent to downtown Portland, Maine. Occupancy is open to all families. Subsidy is provided through the Project-Based Section 8 Program and rents are based upon 30% of the household adjusted gross income. Amenities: Professional 24hr on call maintenance; In unit washer/dryer hookups; Off street parking; Adjacent to local shopping, public transportation and recreational attractions.
Congress Square Plaza - Subsidized, Low-Rent Apartment (for Elderly)
Location: Portland, ME - 04101
Contact Phone: (207) 775-2440
Details: Congress Square, located in Portland, ME, offers studio, 1 bedroom and 2 bedroom units (some accessible units are available). It is a site-based section 8 and an affordable property with income restrictions. Rent is calculated at 30% of total Household income. The Eligibility program requirements are for the Elderly (62) and people with disabilities. It is a Smoke-Free building. Heat, water and electric are included. A/C’s need to be provided by the resident and will be installed by management only during the summer months June 1st – Sept 30th, at an additional surcharge of $15.00 per month, per a/c unit. One pet is allowed per unit with a pet deposit: Cat or Dog (dogs under 45 pounds), Birds, rodents or turtles are limited to one cage, fish are limited to a ten gallon tank. Congress Square has a fulltime Resident Service Coordinator and a computer lab center. There is an onsite laundry (7) washers – $1.50 ($2.00 for the (2 ) larger washers), (10) dryers – $1.50. The laundry room has a TV and wireless internet in the laundry room, lobby and library is available. Also a large community room on our 6th floor. Parking is not included as part of resident leases, there is a limited amount of spaces available. The building is an access secure building with security patrols conducted after hours and on the weekends.
Cumberland Park Place - Subsidized, Low-Rent Apartment (for Elderly)
Location: Portland, ME - 04101
Contact Phone: (207) 828-1274
Details: Cumberland Park Place is an elevated, brick and masonry building located in Portland, Maine. Occupancy is restricted to elderly and or disabled households. Subsidy is provided through the Project-Based Section 8 Program and rents are based upon 30% of the household adjusted gross income. Amenities: Professional 24hr on call maintenance; On site laundry facilities; Elevator; Community room; Off street parking; Adjacent to local shopping, public transportation and recreational attractions.
Danforth Heights - Subsidized, Low-Rent Apartment (for Family)
Location: Portland, ME - 04102
Contact Phone: (207) 772-4386
Details: People are drawn to Portland, Maine, and there is little question as to why. Ranked number four of America's 10 perfect places to live, Portland has it all, surrounded by rugged, rocky coast to the north, and white sandy beaches to the south. Portland offers all the amenities of the big city, including the arts district -- home to several galleries and museums including the Portland Museum of Art, waterfront views, museums, parks, elegant hotels and diverse shopping opportunities. Ferry docks provide cruises to Casco Bay's hundreds of islands, as well as whale watches and relaxing dinner cruises. For the athlete or nature buff, there is certainly no shortage of outdoor activities. This part of Maine offers plenty of woods for strolling, rivers for canoeing and mountains for skiing. There's also this little thing called the Atlantic Ocean, which is perfect for fishing! The combination of beautiful rocky Maine coastline, hundreds of islands and countless sand and mud flats makes Casco Bay the ideal environment for striped bass, mackerel and blue fish. For the adventurer, going just a few miles offshore you can fish for cod and haddock, as well as several kinds of tuna. Within walking distance to hospitals and Portland's historic Old Port, one of the most successful revitalized warehouse districts in the country, you will find Danforth Heights Apartments. Danforth Heights Apartments is a 166-unit family housing community with 1, 2, 3 and 4-bedroom apartments. We serve low to moderate income families - some of whom have called it "home" for over 30 years!
Deering Pavilion - Subsidized, Low-Rent Apartment (for Elderly)
Location: Portland, ME - 04103
Contact Phone: (207) 797-8777
Details: At 880 Forest Avenue, Deering Pavilion's seven acre wooded lot is an oasis in the midst of Portland's vibrant city life. The grounds include landscaped and lighted walking paths and gardens to enjoy during the day or evening, and large spacious parking areas to accommodate residents and their guests. Whether you are on the first floor or the eleventh, the large windows in our studio and one bedroom apartments offer panoramic views of forest, ocean, mountains or city skyline. Deering Pavilion promotes friendships and neighborhood living, with 23 common areas and community rooms. Our studio and one bedroom apartments offer residents comfortable, cozy and efficient homes. Housed within the building is family style dining, a convenience store, laundry facility, library with computers for resident's use, and a beauty salon. A media room with a big screen television and comfy seating is located next to our recreation room which features tables for crafting and visiting, and a pool table. Residents can enjoy all of the in-house amenities, and also appreciate the proximity of all the city has to offer. Apartments have bright open floor plans, large closets, and are equipped with emergency pull cords in the bathrooms and living areas. Each residential floor offers two community rooms, promoting a neighborhood feeling.
Forest Avenue Apartments - Subsidized, Low-Rent Apartment (for Disabled)
Location: Portland, ME - 04103
Contact Phone: (207) 797-7102
Details: Building Features: Accessibly designed built in 1995; 14 one bedroom units; 600 sq ft; 2 two-bedroom units; 836 sq ft; Community space: includes laundry, small lounge, mailboxes, and office. Central courtyard provides usable living space for individual or group activities. Conveniently located on busline.
Ingraham House - Subsidized, Low-Rent Apartment (for Disabled)
Location: Portland, ME - 04101
Contact Phone: (800) 339-6516
Longfellow Commons - Subsidized, Low-Rent Apartment (for Elderly)
Location: Portland, ME - 04101
Contact Phone: (207) 828-1274
Details: Longfellow Commons is a masonry and brick building containing two historic Portland landmarks, located in downtown Portland, Maine. Occupancy is restricted to elderly and or disabled households. Subsidy is provided through the Project-Based Section 8 Program and rents are based upon 30% of the household adjusted gross income. Amenities: On site management office; Professional 24hr on call maintenance; On site laundry facilities; Elevator; Community room; Off street parking; Adjacent to local shopping, public transportation and recreational attractions.
North School Apartments - Subsidized, Low-Rent Apartment (for Elderly)
Location: Portland, ME - 04101
Contact Phone: (207) 761-0321
Details: North School Apartments, located in Portland, Maine, is comprised of one and two bedroom apartments for those 62+ years of age and/or disabled. Built in 1867 as a school, the building was converted to apartments in the early 1980’s and will be going under rehabilitation in 2012. North School Apartments is conveniently located on Congress Street right in downtown Portland. Heat, Hot Water & Electricity Included; 24 Hour Emergency Maintenance; Resident Services Coordinator; Community Room; Media Room / Library; Handicapped Accessible; Elevator; Energy Star® Appliances; Onsite Professional Management; Individual Climate Control; Onsite Laundry; Onsite Parking; Trash Removal; On Public Transportation Line; Professionally Landscaped Grounds; Snow Removal
Northfield Green Apartments - Subsidized, Low-Rent Apartment (for Elderly)
Location: Portland, ME - 04103
Contact Phone: (207) 797-9096
Details: Northfield Green Apartments, located in Portland, Maine is comprised of two hundred one bedroom apartment homes, for those 62+ years of age and/or disabled. All apartments include emergency pull cords for residents to make use of in the case of an emergency. This community has so much to offer residents, including onsite laundry, a community center, computer center, and a Resident Services Coordinator. Northfield Green Apartments is located in the North Deering neighborhood of Portland, tucked away in its own private setting. Shopping, banking, pharmacies and dining are all available within one minute of the property.
Parkside Court - Subsidized, Low-Rent Apartment (for Family)
Location: Portland, ME - 04101
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Pleasant Street Housing - Subsidized, Low-Rent Apartment (for Disabled)
Location: Portland, ME - 04103
Contact Phone: (207) 874-1080
Shalom Apartments - Subsidized, Low-Rent Apartment (for Disabled)
Location: Portland, ME - 04103
Contact Phone: (207) 874-1080
The Park Danforth - Subsidized, Low-Rent Apartment (for Elderly)
Location: Portland, ME - 04103
Contact Phone: (207) 797-7710
Details: The Park Danforth is proud to offer an array of housing options, including 70 apartments that offer Section 8 rental assistance to those 62 and older, as well as to those under the age of 62 with mobility and other disablities that can be supported by the special design features of certain apartments. Those applying for these Section 8 apartments will be age-eligible and have incomes that meet certain federal guidelines. Apartment Features: Both 1 bedroom and studios apartments available; Full size kitchen appliances; Utilities included (except phone, internet & cable); Free parking & snow removal; Maintenance. The campus is located on two main METRO routes (Forest Avenue and Stevens Avenue), and features the Main Dining Room and the Bistro. Residents may shop for a limited supply of groceries and household items in our resident store, the "Main Street Market", access hair and nail services in the salon, enjoy a movie in the theater, or spend time in one of our many outdoor areas including the Rooftop Deck. For those who need a bit of extra support, housekeeping and personal support services are available. Rent Includes: Easy access to public transportation; 24/7 emergency services; Resident services; Life Enriching activities; Maintenance; Onsite parking. A one meal per day plan is a condition of occupancy in our subsidized apartments. See our Rates and Services page for meal plan rate.