Average Rent in Castine, ME (2026)
The average 1-bedroom rent in Castine, ME is $1,290/month as of 2026, based on HUD data across 1 ZIP codes. Rents have changed +30.3% year over year. Rents range from $1,290 to $1,290.
Average Rent · 1-Bedroom
$1,290/mo
Source: HUD Fair Market Rent · 1 zip codes
Year-over-Year
↑ +30.3%
Source: HUD Fair Market Rent
⚠ This figure may reflect limited data rather than actual market movement.
Data through
The average 1-bedroom rent in Castine, ME is $1,290/month according to HUD FY2026 Fair Market Rent data, covering 1 ZIP codes. Rents have increased 30.3% year-over-year. The average 1-bedroom rent in Castine is 8% above the national average of $1,196/month.
Average rent in Castine, ME ranges from $1,290 to $1,290 across 1 ZIP codes.
Based on HUD Fair Market Rent, a fair rent increase in Castine, ME is approximately 30.3% for 2026. An increase above 30.3% exceeds the local market trend and may be worth negotiating.
Key Facts
Sources: HUD Fair Market Rent, HUD SAFMR, Rentcast. Updated October 2025.
Market trend data is limited for this area. The analysis below uses federal rent benchmarks.
How much is rent in Castine, ME?
The average 1-bedroom rent in Castine, ME is $1,290/month as of 2026, based on HUD data across 1 ZIP codes. Rents across Castine are relatively uniform, clustering around $1,290/month. To afford this at the 30% rule, a household would need approximately $51,600/year.
Is rent going up in Castine?
Rents in Castine have increased 30.3% year over year based on HUD Fair Market Rent. This is a notably high rate of increase, indicating strong upward rent pressure in Castine.
What is a fair rent increase in Castine?
Based on HUD Fair Market Rent, a rent increase around 30.3% is in line with the Castine market for 2026. An increase above that level exceeds the local trend and may be worth pushing back on. Check your specific increase with RenewalReply's free rent analysis tool.
What Should Rent Cost in Castine?
Typical rent ranges based on HUD benchmarks and market data. In areas with limited listing data, ranges reflect federal benchmarks and may be wider than actual market conditions.
A studio in Castine typically rents for $1,280 – $1,472.
Rents above $1,693 are in the top 25% for this area.
A 1-bedroom in Castine typically rents for $1,290 – $1,483.
Rents above $1,705 are in the top 25% for this area.
A 2-bedroom in Castine typically rents for $1,580 – $1,817.
Rents above $2,090 are in the top 25% for this area.
A 3-bedroom in Castine typically rents for $2,110 – $2,427.
Rents above $2,791 are in the top 25% for this area.
A 4-bedroom in Castine typically rents for $2,200 – $2,530.
Rents above $2,910 are in the top 25% for this area.
Federal Rent Benchmarks for Castine
HUD Fair Market Rents are federal rent benchmarks published annually by HUD. They provide a consistent baseline for comparing rents across areas.
Studio
$1,280
HUD Fair Market Rent
1-Bedroom
$1,290
HUD Fair Market Rent
2-Bedroom
$1,580
HUD Fair Market Rent
3-Bedroom
$2,110
HUD Fair Market Rent
4-Bedroom
$2,200
HUD Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD SAFMR FY2026 · Updated
Zip Codes in Castine
Click any zip code for detailed rent data including zip-specific SAFMR rates, nearby comparables, and a free rent increase check.
HUD publishes a single Fair Market Rent for the entire Hancock County, ME metro area. For zip-level variation, the tool uses additional data sources including real-time comparable listings and local market indices.
All zip codes in Castine share the same county-level HUD Fair Market Rent ($1,290 for 1-BR). Click any zip for SAFMR-specific rates.
County-level FMR shown in city summary above.
How Does Castine Compare?
Questions about rent in Castine
What is the average 1-bedroom rent in Castine, ME?
The average 1-bedroom fair market rent in Castine, ME is $1,290/month as of 2026, based on HUD rent data across 1 ZIP codes in the city. This is 8% above the national average of $1,196/month. Rents range from $1,290 to $1,290 depending on ZIP code.
What is a fair rent increase in Castine?
A rent increase up to about 30.3% is broadly in line with the recent market trend in Castine. Increases above that level are above trend and should be tested against neighborhood-level pricing and comparable rentals. The current average 1-BR rent is $1,290/month.
Are rents going up or down in Castine?
Rents in Castine have increased 30.3% year over year based on HUD Fair Market Rent. This reflects local market conditions across 1 ZIP codes in the Hancock County, ME area.
How much do rents vary across Castine?
1-bedroom rents across Castine range from $1,290 to $1,290 on this page, a $0/month spread. This shows that rent can vary materially across ZIP codes within the same city, reflecting neighborhood-level differences in housing stock and demand.
Can my landlord raise my rent in Castine?
We could not identify a city-specific rent cap for Castine. Landlords must still follow applicable state and local notice rules before raising rent at lease renewal. Requirements vary — check your state's landlord-tenant statute for specifics on notice periods and timing.
How much should I spend on rent in Castine?
The general guideline is to spend no more than 30% of your gross income on rent. With average 1-bedroom rent in Castine at $1,290/month, a household would need approximately $51,600/year in gross income to afford this comfortably. Many renters in high-cost areas spend above this threshold — our free tool can help you assess whether your specific rent is fair for your ZIP code.
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