Affordable & Income-Based Housing in South Paris

Affordability

According to Census ACS 5-Year data (as of 2024), the median gross rent in South Paris is $528 per month, the median household income is $55,074 annually, and renters make up 48% of occupied households. These figures provide context for the 88 income-restricted units available across 5 HUD-assisted properties in the area.

Safety

No violent crime rate figure is available for South Paris in the FBI Crime Data Explorer. When researching any neighborhood, local police department reports and community resources are good starting points for understanding public safety conditions.

Among the 5 HUD-assisted properties tracked by Lease Lantern in South Paris, none carry a high flood risk designation, according to FEMA flood map data.

Getting Around South Paris

According to Walk Score, the area around assisted properties in South Paris has a Walk Score of 23 (Car-Dependent) and a Bike Score of 23. No Transit Score is available. Most errands and trips will likely require a personal vehicle.

Schools

According to NCES Common Core of Data, 1 school across 1 district serves South Paris, classified in the "other" category. Ratings vary by school and district, so renters should check the assigned school for their specific address.

Cost of Living in South Paris, ME

The median household income in South Paris is $55,074 per year, according to Census ACS 5-Year data. The median rent across all rentals in the city is $528 per month, also per Census ACS 5-Year estimates, which is well below national averages and reflects the area's relatively affordable rental market.

Affordable and income-based housing can help renters whose costs would otherwise strain a modest budget. South Paris has 5 HUD-assisted or income-restricted properties covering 88 units tracked on Lease Lantern.

Environment

All 5 affordable housing properties in South Paris have been mapped for flood risk. None are located in a high-risk flood zone, according to flood zone data.