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Section 8 rent in Lewiston-Auburn, ME

FY2025 HUD Small Area Fair Market Rents for the Lewiston-Auburn, ME MSA, covering 30 ZIP codes.

$1,335Avg 2BR FMR / mo
$1,468Avg 2BR at 110% Standard
30ZIP Codes

Fair market rent by bedroom count

Base SAFMR across all ZIP codes in this market. Housing authorities may set payment standards between 90% and 110% of these rates.

BedroomsLowest ZIPAverageHighest ZIPAvg 110% Standard
Studio$740$952$1,190$1,048
1 Bedroom$800$1,044$1,370$1,149
2 Bedrooms$1,000$1,335$1,760$1,468
3 Bedrooms$1,320$1,746$2,180$1,921
4 Bedrooms$1,530$1,989$2,490$2,188

Small multifamily Section 8 income

Estimated gross monthly and annual rent for 2-to-4 unit properties, assuming every unit is rented to Section 8 at this market's average fair market rent. Small multifamily is a favorite for long-term buy-and-hold investors stacking stable voucher income across multiple doors.

Property TypeUnit MixGross Monthly RentGross Annual Rent
Duplex2 × 2BR$2,670$32,040
Triplex3 × 2BR$4,005$48,060
Fourplex4 × 2BR$5,340$64,080
Fourplex4 × 3BR$6,984$83,808

Gross scheduled rent before vacancy, maintenance and management. Run any Maine multifamily listing through RealG to model it against real operating costs, or try the rental property calculator.

Highest-paying ZIP codes

Top 15 of 30 ZIP codes in this market, ranked by 2-bedroom SAFMR.

ZIP Code1BR2BR3BR4BR
04274 $1,370 $1,760 $2,180 $2,470
04260 $1,240 $1,630 $2,050 $2,490
04282 $1,230 $1,570 $2,060 $2,290
04256 $1,220 $1,560 $2,050 $2,270
04222 $1,190 $1,520 $1,990 $2,210
04252 $1,190 $1,520 $1,990 $2,210
04263 $1,140 $1,450 $1,900 $2,110
04287 $1,130 $1,420 $1,910 $2,230
04258 $1,070 $1,370 $1,800 $2,060
04270 $1,040 $1,360 $1,780 $2,280
04236 $1,030 $1,310 $1,720 $1,910
04238 $990 $1,300 $1,700 $2,180
04250 $1,000 $1,280 $1,680 $1,860
04211 $1,000 $1,270 $1,670 $1,850
04212 $1,000 $1,270 $1,670 $1,850

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Frequently asked questions

How much does Section 8 pay for a 2-bedroom in Lewiston-Auburn, ME?
For FY2025, the average 2-bedroom Small Area Fair Market Rent in the Lewiston-Auburn, ME MSA is $1,335 per month, ranging from $1,000 to $1,760 depending on ZIP code. Local housing authorities may set payment standards between 90% and 110% of these rates, so the average 2-bedroom payment standard can reach $1,468.
What is a Small Area Fair Market Rent (SAFMR)?
SAFMRs are fair market rents that HUD publishes at the ZIP code level instead of one rate for a whole metro area. They reflect what modest rental housing actually costs in each ZIP, which means higher payment standards in more expensive neighborhoods. Housing choice voucher payments in this market are based on these rates.
Why do rents vary so much between ZIP codes here?
In Lewiston-Auburn, ME, 2-bedroom SAFMRs run from $1,000 to $1,760 per month. HUD sets each ZIP's rate from local rent data, so neighborhoods with stronger rental markets get higher voucher payment standards. For investors, the spread matters: the same house price can produce very different Section 8 rents a few ZIP codes apart.
How do I find Section 8 investment properties in Maine?
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