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    Average Rent in East Waterboro, ME (2026)

    The average 1-bedroom rent in East Waterboro, ME is $1,530/month as of 2026, based on HUD data across 1 ZIP codes. Rents have changed +10.9% year over year. Rents range from $1,530 to $1,530.

    Average Rent · 1-Bedroom

    $1,530/mo

    Source: HUD Fair Market Rent · 1 zip codes

    Year-over-Year

    ↑ +10.9%

    Source: HUD Fair Market Rent

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    The average 1-bedroom rent in East Waterboro, ME is $1,530/month according to HUD FY2026 Fair Market Rent data, covering 1 ZIP codes. Rents have increased 10.9% year-over-year. The average 1-bedroom rent in East Waterboro is 28% above the national average of $1,196/month.

    Average rent in East Waterboro, ME ranges from $1,530 to $1,530 across 1 ZIP codes.

    Based on HUD Fair Market Rent, a fair rent increase in East Waterboro, ME is approximately 10.9% for 2026. An increase above 10.9% exceeds the local market trend and may be worth negotiating.

    Key Facts

    Average 1-BR rent: $1,530/mo
    Year-over-year change: +10.9%
    Coverage: 1 ZIP codes
    Data source: HUD Small Area FMR FY2026
    vs. national avg: 28% above ($1,196/mo)

    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 East Waterboro, ME?

    The average 1-bedroom rent in East Waterboro, ME is $1,530/month as of 2026, based on HUD data across 1 ZIP codes. Rents across East Waterboro are relatively uniform, clustering around $1,530/month. To afford this at the 30% rule, a household would need approximately $61,200/year.

    Is rent going up in East Waterboro?

    Rents in East Waterboro have increased 10.9% year over year based on HUD Fair Market Rent. This is a notably high rate of increase, indicating strong upward rent pressure in East Waterboro.

    What is a fair rent increase in East Waterboro?

    Based on HUD Fair Market Rent, a rent increase around 10.9% is in line with the East Waterboro 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 East Waterboro?

    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.

    Studio$1,390 – $1,598

    A studio in East Waterboro typically rents for $1,390 – $1,598.

    Rents above $1,838 are in the top 25% for this area.

    1-Bedroom$1,530 – $1,759

    A 1-bedroom in East Waterboro typically rents for $1,530 – $1,759.

    Rents above $2,023 are in the top 25% for this area.

    2-Bedroom$1,860 – $2,139

    A 2-bedroom in East Waterboro typically rents for $1,860 – $2,139.

    Rents above $2,460 are in the top 25% for this area.

    3-Bedroom$2,490 – $2,864

    A 3-bedroom in East Waterboro typically rents for $2,490 – $2,864.

    Rents above $3,294 are in the top 25% for this area.

    4-Bedroom$2,780 – $3,197

    A 4-bedroom in East Waterboro typically rents for $2,780 – $3,197.

    Rents above $3,677 are in the top 25% for this area.

    Federal Rent Benchmarks for East Waterboro

    HUD Fair Market Rents are federal rent benchmarks published annually by HUD. They provide a consistent baseline for comparing rents across areas.

    Studio

    $1,390

    HUD Fair Market Rent

    1-Bedroom

    $1,530

    HUD Fair Market Rent

    2-Bedroom

    $1,860

    HUD Fair Market Rent

    3-Bedroom

    $2,490

    HUD Fair Market Rent

    4-Bedroom

    $2,780

    HUD Fair Market Rent

    Source: HUD SAFMR FY2026 · Updated

    Zip Codes in East Waterboro

    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 York County, ME (part) HUD Metro FMR Area metro area. For zip-level variation, the tool uses additional data sources including real-time comparable listings and local market indices.

    04030

    All zip codes in East Waterboro share the same county-level HUD Fair Market Rent ($1,530 for 1-BR). Click any zip for SAFMR-specific rates.

    County-level FMR shown in city summary above.

    How Does East Waterboro Compare?

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    $1,410/mo-8%
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    $1,410/mo-8%
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    $1,410/mo-8%
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    $1,410/mo-8%
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    $1,610/mo+5%

    Questions about rent in East Waterboro

    What is the average 1-bedroom rent in East Waterboro, ME?

    The average 1-bedroom fair market rent in East Waterboro, ME is $1,530/month as of 2026, based on HUD rent data across 1 ZIP codes in the city. This is 28% above the national average of $1,196/month. Rents range from $1,530 to $1,530 depending on ZIP code.

    What is a fair rent increase in East Waterboro?

    A rent increase up to about 10.9% is broadly in line with the recent market trend in East Waterboro. 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 $1,530/month.

    Are rents going up or down in East Waterboro?

    Rents in East Waterboro have increased 10.9% year over year based on HUD Fair Market Rent. This reflects local market conditions across 1 ZIP codes in the York County, ME (part) HUD Metro FMR Area area.

    How much do rents vary across East Waterboro?

    1-bedroom rents across East Waterboro range from $1,530 to $1,530 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 East Waterboro?

    We could not identify a city-specific rent cap for East Waterboro. 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 East Waterboro?

    The general guideline is to spend no more than 30% of your gross income on rent. With average 1-bedroom rent in East Waterboro at $1,530/month, a household would need approximately $61,200/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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