High Street — Income-Restricted Housing in South Paris, ME 04281
Rte 160, South Paris, ME 04281
32 units · 2–3 BR
How to apply
- No phone is listed. Try visiting the property or asking the city housing office how to apply.
- These records do not show openings — call to confirm vacancies and waiting lists.
At this building
- Opened
- 1999
- Bedrooms
- 8 2 bedrooms · 24 3 bedrooms
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0.7 mi away
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Parkview Apartments
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Rents and income limits in 04281
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,300/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $52,000/yr
- Renters in 04281 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 62%
Income limits (2026)
Oxford County, ME area · median family income $81,000. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $19,300 | $32,200 | $51,450 |
| 2 | $22,050 | $36,800 | $58,800 |
| 3 | $27,320 | $41,400 | $66,150 |
| 4 | $33,000 | $45,950 | $73,500 |
| 5 | $38,680 | $49,650 | $79,400 |
| 6 | $44,360 | $53,350 | $85,300 |
| 7 | $50,040 | $57,000 | $91,150 |
| 8 | $55,720 | $60,700 | $97,050 |
Section 8 vouchers: up to the 50% limit, and most go to households under 30%. Public housing: up to 80%. Tax-credit apartments: usually up to 60% of median income, between the 50% and 80% columns.
Fair market rents (2027)
HUD's estimate of rent plus utilities for a modest home. Housing authorities set Section 8 voucher limits from it.
| Size | 04281 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $910 | $852 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,010 | $949 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,300 | $1,224 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,800 | $1,695 |
| 4 bedrooms | $2,170 | $2,046 |
Wider area = Oxford County, ME. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 7 nearby ZIPs range from $1,170 (04289) to $1,580 (04270).
Census figures for 04281 (2020–2024 average): Median household income $75,137. 40% of homes are rented. 62% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 39% pay half or more.
Sources: HUD income limits FY2026; HUD Fair Market Rents FY2027 (Small Area FMR for ZIP figures); U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-year 2020–2024. Each program and building can set its own limits — confirm with the property.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share
Project-based Section 8 is on the buildings above. A Housing Choice Voucher is different: you apply with the housing authority, then find a landlord who takes it. Your share of rent is based on income — not always 30%. The calculator uses 04281's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 04281Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply to High Street?
No phone is listed for High Street. Try the city housing office or, for USDA rural properties, USDA's Multifamily Housing search. These records do not show openings.
Is High Street Section 8 housing?
High Street is listed as income-restricted housing in South Paris, ME 04281 (lihtc). It is not labeled as project-based Section 8 in this file. Call to ask which programs they run.
How many units are at High Street?
Public records list 32 units at High Street in South Paris, ME 04281. That is a building size, not a count of open apartments.
Are there other affordable apartments near High Street?
Yes — this page lists other income-restricted buildings in 04281 and nearby ZIP codes. Open a nearby card for the address and phone. Lists still do not show vacancies.
People Also Ask
How do I get into High Street?
Call the number on this page and ask about the waiting list or how to apply at High Street in South Paris, ME 04281. Public housing is through the housing authority. Bring ID and income documents when they tell you to. This site cannot submit an application for you.
How do I qualify for affordable housing in South Paris, ME 04281?
Most income-restricted buildings in South Paris, ME 04281 serve households at or below 50% or 80% of area median income. HUD's 2026 very low-income (50%) limit for a 1-person household is $32,200, and $45,950 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($51,450 for 1 person). Each building sets its own cap — call to confirm before you apply. Citizenship, household size, and local preferences can also apply.
What is the income limit for low-income housing in South Paris, ME 04281?
For many programs in South Paris, ME 04281, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $32,200 a year for 1 person and $45,950 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $51,450 for 1 person. Tax-credit buildings often use 60% of median income. Confirm with the property — they can be stricter.
How much rent do you pay for low-income housing in South Paris, ME 04281?
In public housing and most Section 8 in South Paris, ME 04281, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near South Paris, ME 04281 is $1,300 a month (rent plus utilities for a modest unit). Tax-credit apartments use set rents below market, not always 30% of income. Call the building for the actual rent; this site is not a vacancy or price list.
Does High Street take Section 8 vouchers?
This file does not say that High Street has a project-based Section 8 contract. Some landlords in South Paris, ME 04281 accept Housing Choice Vouchers; you have to ask. Apply for a voucher with the housing authority, then call High Street.
Sources: HUD LIHTC database, 2024 (released Apr 2026); HUD Multifamily Assisted Properties, Oct 2026; USDA Rural Development multifamily, Oct 2026. Not affiliated with HUD or USDA. Details can be out of date — confirm with the property before applying. Report a correction. To add a different building, use the suggestion rubric.