How many low income apartments are in Brownwood, TX?

HUD administrative data tracks 8 subsidized properties in Brownwood with approximately 660 assisted units across project-based Section 8, public housing, LIHTC and §202/§811 programs.

What is the average rent in subsidized housing in Brownwood?

Tenant-paid rents in Brownwood's assisted buildings typically range from about $355 to $391 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 Brownwood?

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 Brownwood?

Payment standards track HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rent for Brown County: about $823/mo for one-bedroom and $1,080/mo for two-bedroom units (gross rent incl. utilities). You pay roughly 30% of income toward the remainder.

Low Income & Subsidized Housing in Brownwood, TX

There are 8 subsidized and income-restricted properties in Brownwood with roughly 660 assisted units — including 1 project-based Section 8 buildings, 1 public housing developments, and 6 LIHTC tax-credit communities, according to HUD administrative data. Reported tenant-paid rents across these buildings range from about $355 to $391 per month. Median reported wait: about 7 months.

assisted properties

660

subsidized units

$373

typical rent

7 mo

median wait

Map of subsidized housing in Brownwood

Complete directory of subsidized housing in Brownwood

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Sunset Terrace Public Housing	234	$391	7 mo
Brownwood Retirement Village LIHTC	76	—	—
Wildwood Trails Apts LIHTC	75	—	—
Brownwood Apts Ii LIHTC	72	—	—
Market Place Apts LIHTC	60	—	—
Brownwood Apts I LIHTC	50	—	—
Brownwood Manor PB Section 8	49	$355	—
Vicksburg Ltd LIHTC	44	—	—

Section 8 apartments in Brownwood (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
Brownwood Manor PB Section 8	49	$355	—

Public housing developments in Brownwood

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
Sunset Terrace Public Housing	234	$391	7 mo

LIHTC & affordable tax-credit apartments in Brownwood

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
Brownwood Retirement Village LIHTC	76	—	—
Wildwood Trails Apts LIHTC	75	—	—
Brownwood Apts Ii LIHTC	72	—	—
Market Place Apts LIHTC	60	—	—
Brownwood Apts I LIHTC	50	—	—
Vicksburg Ltd LIHTC	44	—	—

Voucher rent limits: Brown County Fair Market Rents

Housing Choice Voucher payment standards in this area derive from HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rents for Brown County: studio $792, 1-BR $823, 2-BR $1,080, 3-BR $1,362, 4-BR $1,619.

Full FMR table for Brown County →

How to apply for subsidized housing in Brownwood

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.