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Housing & Shelter · Belfast

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around Belfast.

Find emergency shelters, rental assistance, housing navigation, and help staying in your home in or around Belfast.

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Housing resources around Belfast

Local listings and statewide options. Contact the organization before visiting.

  • Community Action Agency

    Waldo Community Action Partners - Housing

    9 Field Street, Suite 201, Belfast, ME 04915

    Community action agency serving Waldo County with housing assistance, fuel assistance, weatherization, Head Start, transportation, and nutrition programs.

    Hours & eligibility
    Listed hours
    Mon-Fri 8am-4:30pm
    Who this helps
    Waldo County residents. Income eligibility varies by program.

    Confirm details with the organization.

  • Transitional Housing

    Midcoast Maine Homeless Coalition

    23 Mill Lane, Belfast, ME 04915

    Transitional housing program for families experiencing homelessness in the midcoast region. Provides stable housing while families work toward permanent placement.

    Hours & eligibility
    Listed hours
    By referral
    Who this helps
    Families experiencing homelessness in the midcoast Maine region. Referral required.

    Confirm details with the organization.

  • Rental help

    MaineHousing

    Statewide support

    Maine's state housing authority administering Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers, rental assistance, homeless services, and homebuyer programs. Connects low-income renters with subsidized housing statewide.

    Hours & eligibility
    Listed hours
    Mon–Fri 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
    Who this helps
    Eligibility varies by program. Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers are available to very low-income households (generally below 50% of area median income). Rental assistance programs have varying income limits. Apply online or call for specific program requirements.

    Confirm details with the organization.

  • Free Legal Aid

    Pine Tree Legal Assistance

    Statewide support

    Free civil legal help for low-income Mainers facing eviction, unsafe housing, benefits denials, and other legal problems. Offices in Portland, Lewiston, Bangor, Augusta, Machias, and Presque Isle.

    Hours & eligibility
    Listed hours
    Call-in: Mon 12–2:30 PM, Tue & Thu 9–11:30 AM
    Who this helps
    Available to Maine residents with household income at or below 200% of the federal poverty guidelines (and below 125% after deductions like housing costs). No charge for services. Free interpreters available for non-English speakers.

    Confirm details with the organization.

  • Veterans Housing Assistance

    Preble Street Veterans Housing Services

    Statewide support

    Helps veterans and their families find and maintain stable housing across all 16 Maine counties. Offices in Portland, Lewiston, and Bangor. Provides housing search assistance, rapid re-housing, and ongoing case management.

    Hours & eligibility
    Listed hours
    Mon–Fri 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
    Who this helps
    Available to veterans and their families who are homeless or at risk of homelessness. Serves all 16 Maine counties. Military/veteran documentation helpful but call even if you don't have documents. Staff can help verify status.

    Confirm details with the organization.

Listings may include nearby communities. Contact the organization to confirm its current location, hours, and who it serves.

A few questions before you go.

A quick call can help you find the right place and avoid an unnecessary trip.

  1. Is there space for us?

    Ask about current openings, check-in times, and whether the shelter can accommodate your household and pets.

  2. Which application do I need?

    Shelter, rental vouchers, and General Assistance have different application processes. Ask which fits your situation.

  3. Can someone help me stay housed?

    Mention an eviction notice, missed rent, or a shutoff notice when you call. Ask about housing navigation and legal referrals.