Southstead Fka Homestead and South PB Section 8 Lubbock, TX
Profile last updated · Data vintage: HUD FY2025
Southstead Fka Homestead and South is a Project-Based Section 8 community in Lubbock, TX with 175 units reporting 95% occupancy. Assisted residents pay about $372/month on average.
175
total units
95%
occupancy
$372
avg resident rent
—
reported wait
Resident & program facts (HUD-reported)
| Program(s) | Project-Based Section 8 |
|---|---|
| Address | 5401 56th St, Lubbock, TX 79414 Map → |
| Average household income | $16,004/yr |
| Average personal income | $7,729/yr |
| People per unit | 2.1 |
| Moved in within last year | 15% |
| Households below 30% AMI | 67% |
| Households below 50% AMI | 96% |
| One-bedroom share | 40% |
How to apply at Southstead Fka Homestead and South
Project-Based Section 8: HUD contracts cover the gap between about 30% of your income and the approved rent for this building. Apply at the management office.
- Call or visit the management office at 5401 56th St, Lubbock; 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 (~$372/mo average here).
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Nearby subsidized housing (within ~10 km)
| Property | Location | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| The Villas LIHTC | Lubbock | 3.4 km |
| 96 West Public Housing | Lubbock | 3.4 km |
| Parkview Place - Lubbock PB Section 8 | Lubbock | 3.4 km |
| The Vineyards LIHTC | Lubbock | 4.2 km |
| High Plains Apartments PB Section 8 | Lubbock | 4.7 km |
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Frequently asked questions
What kind of subsidy does Southstead Fka Homestead and South have?
Project-Based Section 8. Project-Based Section 8: HUD contracts cover the gap between about 30% of your income and the approved rent for this building. Apply at the management office.
How much is rent at Southstead Fka Homestead and South?
Residents report average rents near $372/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 Southstead Fka Homestead and South?
Contact the management office at 5401 56th St in Lubbock. 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.