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Affordable & Income-Based Housing in Lewiston

Lewiston, ID has 14 affordable and income-based rental properties offering 614 units across the city. Of the 9 properties with inspection scores on record, 6 rated excellent and 3 rated good, with none falling into fair or poor condition. With a median market rent of $1,027 per month (Census ACS 5-Year), income-based housing can offer meaningful savings for eligible renters.

14
Properties
614
Total units
93/100
Avg HUD score

At a glance

🏠 Affordability
$1,027/mo

Affordability in Lewiston, ID

According to Census ACS 5-Year data (2024), the median monthly rent in Lewiston is $1,027 and the median household income is $72,197 annually. About 33% of Lewiston residents rent their homes, and the city has 9 HUD-assisted or income-restricted properties totaling 403 units that may offer rents below market rate.

Census ACS 5-Year
🛡️ Safety
191 / 100k · 2024

Safety

According to FBI Crime Data Explorer, the Lewiston Police Department reported a violent crime rate of 191 per 100,000 residents in 2024. Crime rates are not directly comparable across cities due to differences in reporting methods and local definitions.

None of the 9 HUD-assisted properties in Lewiston are mapped in a high-risk flood zone, based on available flood data.

FBI Crime Data Explorer
🚶 Getting around
Walk Score 12 · Car-Dependent

Getting Around Lewiston

According to Walk Score, the areas around Lewiston's assisted properties have a Walk Score of 12 ("Car-Dependent") and a Bike Score of 13. Most errands and trips will require a car. No Transit Score is available for this area.

Walk Score
🎓 Schools
15 schools · 3 districts

Schools

Lewiston is served by 15 public schools across 3 districts -- including 8 elementary, 2 middle, and 5 high schools -- according to the NCES Common Core of Data. Ratings vary by school and district, so renters should check the assigned schools for a specific address before making a decision.

NCES Common Core of Data
📊 Cost of living
$72,197 median income

Cost of Renting in Lewiston, ID

The median household income in Lewiston is $72,197 per year, according to Census ACS 5-Year estimates. The median market rent is $1,027 per month, according to the same source.

Income-based housing in Lewiston can significantly reduce what you pay each month. Rent at HUD-assisted and LIHTC properties is typically calculated as a percentage of your household income rather than set at market rate.

  • Median household income: $72,197/year (Census ACS 5-Year)
  • Median market rent: $1,027/month (Census ACS 5-Year)
  • Renter households: 33% of occupied units (Census ACS 5-Year)
  • Affordable properties tracked: 9 buildings, 403 total units
Census ACS 5-Year
🌊 Environment & risk

Environmental Exposure

According to flood mapping data, none of the 9 HUD-assisted properties in Lewiston are mapped in a flood zone, and none are identified as high-risk. Flood exposure appears to be very low across these properties.

FEMA · EPA AirNow
HUD Inspection Scoresavg 93/100(9 of 14 scored)
90+ (6)70–89 (3)No score (5)

14 properties on the map

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About Affordable Housing in Lewiston, ID

Lewiston sits at the confluence of the Snake and Clearwater rivers in northern Idaho, and its HUD-assisted rental inventory reflects a small but well-maintained market. Lease Lantern tracks 9 properties with 403 total units across the city, and all 9 scored properties rated either excellent or good -- a strong showing by any measure.

Rental Market Context

The median asking rent in Lewiston is $1,027 per month, according to Census ACS 5-Year data (as of 2024). About 33% of households rent rather than own, per the same source, making income-restricted housing an important resource for a meaningful share of residents.

Getting Around

Lewiston earns a Walk Score of 12 (Car-Dependent) and a Bike Score of 13, according to Walk Score. Residents should expect to rely on a personal vehicle for most daily errands when evaluating any property here.

Public Safety

The Lewiston Police Department reported a violent crime rate of 191 per 100,000 residents in 2024, according to the FBI Crime Data Explorer.

Schools

Lewiston is served by 3 school districts operating 15 public schools -- including 8 elementary, 2 middle, and 5 high schools -- according to NCES Common Core of Data.

Flood Risk

None of the 9 tracked properties in Lewiston are mapped in a high-risk flood zone, based on available flood data.

Eligibility & how to apply

Idaho income limits (2026)Idaho public housing authoritiesSection 8 waitlists in Idaho

Helpful guides

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