How many low income apartments are in Alpine, TX?

HUD administrative data tracks 4 subsidized properties in Alpine with approximately 191 assisted units across project-based Section 8, public housing, LIHTC and §202/§811 programs.

What is the average rent in subsidized housing in Alpine?

Tenant-paid rents in Alpine's assisted buildings typically range from about $329 to $329 monthly, depending on program and bedroom size. Voucher holders generally pay close to 30% of their own income instead.

How do I apply for Section 8 in Alpine?

Two routes: (1) apply directly to each subsidized building — they manage their own waitlists; (2) join your regional housing authority's Housing Choice Voucher waitlist when open. Our step-by-step guide walks through documents and timing.

What rent will a Section 8 voucher cover in Alpine?

Payment standards track HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rent for Brewster County: about $808/mo for one-bedroom and $993/mo for two-bedroom units (gross rent incl. utilities). You pay roughly 30% of income toward the remainder.

Low Income & Subsidized Housing in Alpine, TX

There are 4 subsidized and income-restricted properties in Alpine with roughly 191 assisted units — including 0 project-based Section 8 buildings, 1 public housing developments, and 3 LIHTC tax-credit communities, according to HUD administrative data. Reported tenant-paid rents across these buildings range from about $329 to $329 per month. Median reported wait: about 14 months.

assisted properties

191

subsidized units

$329

typical rent

14 mo

median wait

Complete directory of subsidized housing in Alpine

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Mountainview Apts LIHTC	56	—	—
Unnamed Public Housing	50	$329	14 mo
Skyway Gardens LIHTC	49	—	—
Alpine Manor LIHTC	36	—	—

Public housing developments in Alpine

Rents here are set at about 30% of household income and managed by the local housing authority. About the public housing program →

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Unnamed Public Housing	50	$329	14 mo

LIHTC & affordable tax-credit apartments in Alpine

Tax-credit units rent below market rate for households within income bands (often 30–60% of Area Median Income). Understanding LIHTC →

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Mountainview Apts LIHTC	56	—	—
Skyway Gardens LIHTC	49	—	—
Alpine Manor LIHTC	36	—	—

Voucher rent limits: Brewster County Fair Market Rents

Housing Choice Voucher payment standards in this area derive from HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rents for Brewster County: studio $772, 1-BR $808, 2-BR $993, 3-BR $1,381, 4-BR $1,461.

Full FMR table for Brewster County →

How to apply for subsidized housing in Alpine

Apply to buildings directly. Project-based Section 8, public housing, §202/§811 and LIHTC properties run their own waitlists — contact each office using the details on its page.
Join voucher waitlists. Your regional housing authority administers Housing Choice Vouchers; ask about current openings and preferences. Step-by-step application guide →
Document everything. ID, Social Security cards, birth certificates, and income proof speed up both paths.
Stay reachable. Update your address everywhere — missed mail is the top reason applicants lose spots.

Nearby cities with low income housing

Data: HUD Picture of Subsidized Households & LIHTC database (2024 vintage). Figures are administrative averages — confirm current availability with each property.