Finding Real-Time Apartment Listings
- Craigslist Maine Housing: Search for available rentals on Craigslist. You can start with this link: Maine Craigslist Housing.
Tips for using Craigslist:- Search by zip code (e.g., 04011 for Brunswick or 04530 for Bath) and set a preferred search radius.
- Narrow your search by specifying the maximum rent you can afford.
- Consider room rentals or short-term housing while you continue to look for long-term options.
- Worried about scams? At the bottom of Craigslist’s search sidebar or individual listings, click “avoiding scams” (in red) for tips to identify and respond to legitimate postings.
Affordable Housing Options
- MaineHousing Search Database: This free rental listing service includes detailed information, photos, maps, and contact details for properties offering subsidies or below-market rents. Please note that many properties have waiting lists and do not show real-time availability.
Visit MaineHousing Search for more information. - Maine State Housing Authority: Explore county-specific affordable housing options here: Subsidized Housing.
HUD Resource Locator
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) offers a Resource Locator App. Access it via your smartphone browser or download it from the Apple iTunes or Google Play Store. The app maps commonly requested housing-related services and connects to social media for updates.
Fair Housing
For information about fair housing and equal access laws, visit MaineHousing Fair Housing Education.
Additional Tips for a Successful Housing Search
- Track Your Applications: Keep detailed notes on where and when you applied. Follow up with property management companies via phone or email to ensure your application is complete.
- Communicate Your Housing Voucher: If you have a housing voucher, include that information on your application and inform the property manager.
- Update Contact Information: If your phone number or address changes, promptly update the property management company in writing (via email or mail). If mail is returned to the sender, your application could be withdrawn, forcing you to reapply and lose your original application date.