Franklin Gardens §202 Senior Austin, TX
Profile last updated · Data vintage: HUD FY2025
Franklin Gardens is a Section 202 PRAC (Senior Housing) community in Austin, TX with 22 units reporting 95% occupancy. Assisted residents pay about $333/month on average.
22
total units
95%
occupancy
$333
avg resident rent
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reported wait
Resident & program facts (HUD-reported)
| Program(s) | Section 202 PRAC (Senior Housing) |
|---|---|
| Address | 3522 E Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, Austin, TX 78721 Map → |
| Average household income | $14,461/yr |
| Average personal income | $13,832/yr |
| People per unit | 1 |
| Moved in within last year | 5% |
| Households below 30% AMI | 95% |
| Households below 50% AMI | 100% |
| One-bedroom share | 100% |
How to apply at Franklin Gardens
Section 202 PRAC: independent senior living (62+) with income-based rents and on-site service coordination.
- Call or visit the management office at 3522 E Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, Austin; 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 (~$333/mo average here).
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Nearby subsidized housing (within ~10 km)
| Property | Location | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| M Station LIHTC | Austin | 0.8 km |
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Frequently asked questions
What kind of subsidy does Franklin Gardens have?
Section 202 PRAC (Senior Housing). Section 202 PRAC: independent senior living (62+) with income-based rents and on-site service coordination.
How much is rent at Franklin Gardens?
Residents report average rents near $333/month in HUD administrative data. Under most federal programs you pay roughly 30% of adjusted income — your actual amount depends on household income and unit size.
How do I apply at Franklin Gardens?
Contact the management office at 3522 E Martin Luther King Jr Blvd in Austin. 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.