How many low income apartments are in Balch Springs, TX?

HUD administrative data tracks 8 subsidized properties in Balch Springs with approximately 1,363 assisted units across project-based Section 8, public housing, LIHTC and §202/§811 programs.

What is the average rent in subsidized housing in Balch Springs?

Tenant-paid rents in Balch Springs's assisted buildings typically range from about $380 to $380 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 Balch Springs?

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 Balch Springs?

Payment standards track HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rent for Dallas County: about $1,648/mo for one-bedroom and $1,931/mo for two-bedroom units (gross rent incl. utilities). You pay roughly 30% of income toward the remainder.

Low Income & Subsidized Housing in Balch Springs, TX

There are 8 subsidized and income-restricted properties in Balch Springs with roughly 1,363 assisted units — including 1 project-based Section 8 buildings, 0 public housing developments, and 7 LIHTC tax-credit communities, according to HUD administrative data. Reported tenant-paid rents across these buildings range from about $380 to $380 per month.

assisted properties

1,363

subsidized units

$380

typical rent

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median wait

Map of subsidized housing in Balch Springs

Complete directory of subsidized housing in Balch Springs

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Torrington Arcadia Trails LIHTC	250	—	—
Springs Apartments LIHTC	221	—	—
Forestwood LIHTC	220	—	—
Ventura at Hickory Tree LIHTC	216	—	—
Spring Oaks Apts LIHTC	160	—	—
Peachtree Seniors LIHTC	144	—	—
Villas of Hickory Estates LIHTC	128	—	—
Teamster Manor PB Section 8	24	$380	—

Section 8 apartments in Balch Springs (project-based)

These buildings carry HUD Section 8 contracts attached to the units — apply at each management office rather than through the voucher waitlist. How project-based Section 8 works →

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Teamster Manor PB Section 8	24	$380	—

LIHTC & affordable tax-credit apartments in Balch Springs

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
Torrington Arcadia Trails LIHTC	250	—	—
Springs Apartments LIHTC	221	—	—
Forestwood LIHTC	220	—	—
Ventura at Hickory Tree LIHTC	216	—	—
Spring Oaks Apts LIHTC	160	—	—
Peachtree Seniors LIHTC	144	—	—
Villas of Hickory Estates LIHTC	128	—	—

Voucher rent limits: Dallas County Fair Market Rents

Housing Choice Voucher payment standards in this area derive from HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rents for Dallas County: studio $1,582, 1-BR $1,648, 2-BR $1,931, 3-BR $2,431, 4-BR $3,091.

Full FMR table for Dallas County →

How to apply for subsidized housing in Balch Springs

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.