Western Trails Aka Westgate PB Section 8 Austin, TX
Profile last updated · Data vintage: HUD FY2025
Western Trails Aka Westgate is a Project-Based Section 8 community in Austin, TX with 99 units reporting 92% occupancy. Assisted residents pay about $449/month on average.
99
total units
92%
occupancy
$449
avg resident rent
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reported wait
Resident & program facts (HUD-reported)
| Program(s) | Project-Based Section 8 |
|---|---|
| Address | 2422 Western Trails Blvd, Austin, TX 78745 Map → |
| Average household income | $19,766/yr |
| Average personal income | $18,703/yr |
| People per unit | 1.1 |
| Moved in within last year | 10% |
| Households below 30% AMI | 86% |
| Households below 50% AMI | 98% |
| One-bedroom share | 94% |
How to apply at Western Trails Aka Westgate
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 2422 Western Trails 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 (~$449/mo average here).
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|---|---|---|
| Skyline Terrace LIHTC | Austin | 1.7 km |
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Frequently asked questions
What kind of subsidy does Western Trails Aka Westgate 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 Western Trails Aka Westgate?
Residents report average rents near $449/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 Western Trails Aka Westgate?
Contact the management office at 2422 Western Trails 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.