The PHA sets a payment standard ranging from 90% to 110% of the Fair Market Rents (FMRs).

Cumberland County, ME (part) HUD Metro FMR Area, ME

In the year 2024, as a landlord, if you're looking to rent your property to a Section 8 tenant or another housing voucher program in Cumberland County, ME (part) HUD Metro FMR Area, you can consider the following rental prices based on HUD income limits.

Efficiency:The efficiency rental rates range from a low of $932 to a high of $1,139, with an average of $1,035.
One-bedroom: One-bedroom rental prices vary, with a minimum of $1,046, a maximum of $1,278, and an average of $1,162.
Two-bedroom: The rental rates for two-bedroom apartments exhibit a range, starting at a minimum of $1,374, peaking at a maximum of $1,680, and averaging at $1,527.
Three-bedroom: Three-bedroom rental rates exhibit a range, with a minimum of $1,714, a maximum of $2,094, and an average of $1,904.
Four-bedroom: The rental prices for four-bedroom properties fluctuate, ranging from a minimum of $2,026 to a maximum of $2,476, with an average of $2,251.

The fair market rent mentioned already includes all utilities. If a landlord chooses not to provide utility coverage, they can subtract the utility costs from the rent to determine the adjusted rental price.

Each housing authority establishes its own rental rates, so you should check the pricing set by that specific housing authority to determine the maximum amount they can offer. It's advisable to adhere to their pricing guidelines.

To apply for Section 8 housing, you can check your income against the Cumberland County, ME (part) HUD Metro FMR Area Housing Choice voucher income limit to determine your eligibility.

HUD's Fair Market Rent guides Section 8 rates for your rental unit.

Year Area HUD Fair Market Rent Bedrooms
Studio 1 Bedroom 2 Bedroom 3 Bedroom 4 Bedroom
2024 Cumberland County, ME (part) HUD Metro FMR Area, ME Low Rent (90%) $932 $1,046 $1,374 $1,714 $2,026
Average Rent $1,035 $1,162 $1,527 $1,904 $2,251
High Rent(110%) $1,139 $1,278 $1,680 $2,094 $2,476
2023 Cumberland County, ME (part) HUD Metro FMR Area, ME Low Rent (90%) $903 $1,011 $1,330 $1,677 $1,813
Average Rent $1,003 $1,123 $1,478 $1,863 $2,014
High Rent (110%) $1,103 $1,235 $1,626 $2,049 $2,215
2022 Cumberland County, ME (part) HUD Metro FMR Area, ME Low Rent (90%) $815 $877 $1,153 $1,526 $1,563
Average Rent $906 $974 $1,281 $1,695 $1,737
High Rent(110%) $997 $1,071 $1,409 $1,865 $1,911
2021 Cumberland County, ME (part) HUD Metro FMR Area, ME Low Rent (90%) $788 $837 $1,089 $1,451 $1,477
Average Rent $875 $930 $1,210 $1,612 $1,641
High Rent (110%) $963 $1,023 $1,331 $1,773 $1,805
2020 Cumberland County, ME (part) HUD Metro FMR Area, ME Low Rent (90%) $698 $734 $946 $1,274 $1,282
Average Rent $776 $815 $1,051 $1,415 $1,424
High Rent(110%) $854 $897 $1,156 $1,557 $1,566
2019 Cumberland County, ME (part) HUD Metro FMR Area, ME Low Rent (90%) $707 $743 $962 $1,274 $1,301
Average Rent $786 $826 $1,069 $1,416 $1,445
High Rent (110%) $865 $909 $1,176 $1,558 $1,590
2018 Cumberland County, ME (part) HUD Metro FMR Area, ME Low Rent (90%) $642 $680 $885 $1,202 $1,207
Average Rent $713 $755 $983 $1,336 $1,341
High Rent(110%) $784 $831 $1,081 $1,470 $1,475
2017 Cumberland County, ME (part) HUD Metro FMR Area, ME Low Rent (90%) $580 $619 $819 $1,193 $1,202
Average Rent $644 $688 $910 $1,325 $1,336
High Rent (110%) $708 $757 $1,001 $1,458 $1,470


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