Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Old Orchard Beach, ME 04064
10 affordable buildings in 04064 · 53 more within 9 mi
Old Orchard Beach, ME 04064 has 10 income-restricted buildings: 7 tax credit, 3 Section 8, and 5 senior. 53 more are listed within 9 miles. These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
In 04064
The Pines at Ocean Park
10 Manor Street, Old Orchard Beach, ME 04064
60 units · 55 income-restricted · 1–2 BR
Milliken Heights
38 Portland Avenue, Old Orchard Beach, ME 04064
55 units · 42 income-restricted · 1 BR
Pleasantwood Estate IV
169 Saco Ave, Old Orchard Beach, ME 04064
30 units · 6 income-restricted · 2 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
No buildings in 04064 match this filter.
Nearby
The 20 closest of 53 in nearby ZIPs. Pick a ZIP below to see all of them.
The Pines at Ocean Park
Ocean Pines, Ocean Park, ME 04063
1.7 mi away
60 units · 55 income-restricted · 1 BR
The Ledges
1 Ledgewood N, Saco, ME 04072
2.4 mi away
84 units · 2–3 BR
- Several buildings — call for addresses
Beach Street House
255 Beach Street, Saco, ME 04072
2.9 mi away
7 units · 6 income-restricted · 1 BR · People with disabilities
Mill at Saco Falls
100 Saco Falls Way, Biddeford, ME 04005
3.9 mi away
66 units · 40 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 04064
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,920/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $76,800/yr
- Renters in 04064 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 51%
Income limits (2026)
Portland, ME area · median family income $139,100. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $29,250 | $48,700 | $74,800 |
| 2 | $33,400 | $55,650 | $85,450 |
| 3 | $37,600 | $62,600 | $96,150 |
| 4 | $41,750 | $69,550 | $106,800 |
| 5 | $45,100 | $75,150 | $115,350 |
| 6 | $48,450 | $80,700 | $123,900 |
| 7 | $51,800 | $86,250 | $132,450 |
| 8 | $55,720 | $91,850 | $141,000 |
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 | 04064 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,330 | $1,639 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,500 | $1,864 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,920 | $2,353 |
| 3 bedrooms | $2,340 | $2,902 |
| 4 bedrooms | $2,540 | $3,092 |
Wider area = Portland, ME. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 8 nearby ZIPs range from $1,750 (04006) to $3,360 (04107).
Census figures for 04064 (2020–2024 average): median rent $1,299. Median household income $59,887. 31% of homes are rented. 51% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 31% pay half or more.
Census median rent is what renters here actually pay, including long-term leases. Fair market rent is HUD's estimate for a modest apartment available now.
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 04064's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 04064Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Old Orchard Beach, ME 04064?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Old Orchard Beach, ME 04064, including project-based Section 8 apartments (the subsidy stays with the unit), public housing, tax-credit, and USDA rural rentals. Housing Choice Vouchers are different: you apply with the local housing authority and can use them at a private landlord. Estimate your voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
Do affordable housing buildings in Old Orchard Beach, ME 04064 have openings?
These lists for Old Orchard Beach, ME 04064 don't show openings. Call the property (or the housing authority, for public housing) to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
How do I apply for affordable housing in Old Orchard Beach, ME 04064?
Use the phone number on each building card in Old Orchard Beach, ME 04064. Public housing is run by the local housing authority — apply with them, not at the building. USDA rural rentals can also be found through USDA's property search.
What counts as affordable housing in Old Orchard Beach, ME 04064?
In Old Orchard Beach, ME 04064, this directory lists income-restricted rentals from HUD tax-credit (LIHTC) records, public housing, HUD-assisted buildings (including project-based Section 8, 202, and 811), and USDA Rural Development.
How many affordable housing buildings are in ZIP 04064?
This directory lists 10 income-restricted buildings in Old Orchard Beach, ME 04064. The list does not show vacancies — call each property or the housing authority to ask about openings and waiting lists.
Is there affordable housing near 04064?
Yes — this page also lists 53 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Old Orchard Beach, ME 04064 (within about 9 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Old Orchard Beach, ME 04064?
Most income-restricted buildings in Old Orchard Beach, ME 04064 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 $48,700, and $69,550 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($74,800 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 Old Orchard Beach, ME 04064?
For many programs in Old Orchard Beach, ME 04064, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $48,700 a year for 1 person and $69,550 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $74,800 for 1 person. Tax-credit buildings often use 60% of median income. Confirm with the property — they can be stricter.
How long is the waiting list for Section 8 in Old Orchard Beach, ME 04064?
There is no single waiting list for Old Orchard Beach, ME 04064. Public housing, project-based Section 8, and tax-credit buildings each keep their own list. Housing Choice Voucher lists at the housing authority open only sometimes and can stay closed for years. This directory does not show which lists are open — call the number on each card. Some public housing cards show HUD's reported wait in months.
What is the difference between Section 8 and public housing in Old Orchard Beach, ME 04064?
Public housing is owned by a housing authority — you apply with that agency, not at the building. Project-based Section 8 is a HUD contract on a private building; the subsidy stays with the apartment. A Housing Choice Voucher is different: you apply with the housing authority and can use it at a landlord who takes it. This page lists project-based Section 8, tax-credit apartments in Old Orchard Beach, ME 04064. Estimate voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
How much rent do you pay for low-income housing in Old Orchard Beach, ME 04064?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Old Orchard Beach, ME 04064, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Old Orchard Beach, ME 04064 is $1,920 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.
Can I use a Section 8 voucher at affordable apartments in Old Orchard Beach, ME 04064?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Old Orchard Beach, ME 04064. Project-based Section 8 units already have a subsidy on the apartment — you apply there, not with a tenant voucher. For a voucher, apply with the housing authority, then ask each landlord. Estimate your share with the Section 8 calculator.
Is there senior affordable housing in Old Orchard Beach, ME 04064?
Yes — this directory flags senior (often 62+) buildings in Old Orchard Beach, ME 04064. Use the Seniors filter on the list. Age rules vary; call to confirm.
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Sources: HUD LIHTC database, 2024 (released Apr 2026); HUD Multifamily Assisted Properties, Oct 2026. Not affiliated with HUD or USDA. Details can be out of date — confirm with the property before applying.
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