Residents of The Woodwinds are the latest tenants in the Portland area to feel the pressure exerted by rent increases, a development boom and a lack of affordable housing.
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Tenants of Portland apartments are told they won’t get evicted but will see rents increase
In a letter rescinding eviction notices, the Massachusetts-based company tells renters at Woodwinds Apartments that it plans to put money into the complex and ‘if it works out, we would love to have you stay.’
Habitat for Humanity offers discounted home repair service
The service is available to low-income homeowners in Cumberland County
Developers to break ground on new Bayside housing Wednesday
The 7-story building will have more than 50 apartments, most reserved for low-income seniors.
Kicked out of Portland shelter, family pitches a tent, struggles with homelessness
As Maine experiences a surge in homeless students, Ashley Livingston and her family struggle to find housing and get ready for the new school year.
Kennebunkport trust has plans for affordable homes
The group hopes to attract young families to the town by building 25 affordable homes by 2025.
New federal program could help youths aging out of foster care in Maine
Vouchers could provide housing for as many as 25 young adults in Greater Portland.
Our View: Housing costs for workers out of control
For millions of American workers, affordable housing is nowhere to be found.
A return to days of old: Developers pitch boardinghouses as affordable housing
Confronting a shortage of low-rent apartments and expensive construction, Portland developers embrace a time-tested housing option.
Greg Kesich: Housing is a transportation issue (and vice versa)
A lack of affordable housing where the jobs are is stifling growth and overloading infrastructure in the Portland area.