Least Expensive Metros for Rent in Maine — FY2026

U.S. metro areas with the lowest HUD 2-bedroom Fair Market Rents in Maine. Lowest 2-bedroom FMR first, based on official HUD data. · View national rankings →

Most Expensive Metros for Rent Least Expensive Metros for Rent Biggest Rent Increases Highest Income Limits
# Metro Area State Studio 2BR 4BR
1 Penobscot County, ME (part) HUD Metro FMR Area ME $982 $1,392 $2,010
2 Sagadahoc County, ME HUD Metro FMR Area ME $1,105 $1,577 $2,645
3 Lewiston-Auburn, ME MSA ME $1,140 $1,586 $2,305
4 Bangor, ME HUD Metro FMR Area ME $1,244 $1,659 $2,242
5 York County, ME (part) HUD Metro FMR Area ME $1,281 $1,716 $2,561
6 Cumberland County, ME (part) HUD Metro FMR Area ME $1,264 $1,833 $3,038
7 Portland, ME HUD Metro FMR Area ME $1,469 $2,130 $2,820
8 York-Kittery-South Berwick, ME HUD Metro FMR Area ME $1,518 $2,202 $3,694