Casitas de Merced LIHTC Somerset, TX
Profile last updated · Data vintage: HUD LIHTC 2024
Casitas de Merced is a Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) community in Somerset, TX with 40 units. Rents are set relative to household income.
40
total units
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occupancy
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avg resident rent
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reported wait
Resident & program facts (HUD-reported)
| Program(s) | Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) |
|---|---|
| Address | 8135 First St, Somerset, TX 78069 Map → |
| Tax-credit (LI) units | 40 |
| Placed in service | 1997 |
How to apply at Casitas de Merced
LIHTC tax-credit: units reserved for households within set income bands renting below market rate. Apply at the leasing office; you'll need steady income within limits.
- Call or visit the management office at 8135 First St, Somerset; ask if the waitlist is open and request an application.
- Gather ID, Social Security cards, birth certificates, and proof of all income. Applications are always free.
- Claim eligible preferences (homelessness, veteran, local residency) with documentation.
- Respond fast to interview letters; verify rent expectations against your budget.
Nearby subsidized housing (within ~10 km)
| Property | Location | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Applewood Ranch LIHTC | San Antonio | 12.2 km |
| Rosemont of Palo Alto LIHTC | San Antonio | 13.6 km |
← All subsidized housing in Somerset
Frequently asked questions
What kind of subsidy does Casitas de Merced have?
Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC). LIHTC tax-credit: units reserved for households within set income bands renting below market rate. Apply at the leasing office; you'll need steady income within limits.
How much is rent at Casitas de Merced?
Rents are income-based: expect to pay roughly 30% of adjusted monthly household income under the building's federal program.
How do I apply at Casitas de Merced?
Contact the management office at 8135 First St in Somerset. Ask whether the waitlist is open, request an application, and claim any preferences you qualify for. There is never a fee to apply for HUD-subsidized housing.