How many low income apartments are in Del Rio, TX?

HUD administrative data tracks 11 subsidized properties in Del Rio with approximately 751 assisted units across project-based Section 8, public housing, LIHTC and §202/§811 programs.

What is the average rent in subsidized housing in Del Rio?

Tenant-paid rents in Del Rio's assisted buildings typically range from about $295 to $624 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 Del Rio?

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 Del Rio?

Payment standards track HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rent for Val Verde County: about $863/mo for one-bedroom and $1,064/mo for two-bedroom units (gross rent incl. utilities). You pay roughly 30% of income toward the remainder.

Low Income & Subsidized Housing in Del Rio, TX

There are 11 subsidized and income-restricted properties in Del Rio with roughly 751 assisted units — including 2 project-based Section 8 buildings, 3 public housing developments, and 5 LIHTC tax-credit communities, according to HUD administrative data. Reported tenant-paid rents across these buildings range from about $295 to $624 per month. Median reported wait: about 4 months.

assisted properties

751

subsidized units

$460

typical rent

4 mo

median wait

Map of subsidized housing in Del Rio

Complete directory of subsidized housing in Del Rio

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Casas Del Rio/villa Hermosa LIHTC	170	—	—
San Jose Public Housing	157	$365	6 mo
Aster Villas LIHTCPB Section 8	80	—	—
La Vista Townhomes LIHTC	76	—	—
Las Brisas Apts Phase I LIHTC	76	—	—
Villa Hermosa Public Housing	51	$624	4 mo
Las Brisas Manor LIHTC	48	—	—
Del Rio Rotary Village §202 Senior	41	$340	—
Rio Manor PB Section 8	27	$295	—
Casas Del Rio Public Housing	13	$606	4 mo
Del Rio Rotary Village Ii §202 Senior	12	$310	—

Section 8 apartments in Del Rio (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
Aster Villas LIHTCPB Section 8	80	—	—
Rio Manor PB Section 8	27	$295	—

Public housing developments in Del Rio

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
San Jose Public Housing	157	$365	6 mo
Villa Hermosa Public Housing	51	$624	4 mo
Casas Del Rio Public Housing	13	$606	4 mo

LIHTC & affordable tax-credit apartments in Del Rio

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
Casas Del Rio/villa Hermosa LIHTC	170	—	—
La Vista Townhomes LIHTC	76	—	—
Las Brisas Apts Phase I LIHTC	76	—	—
Las Brisas Manor LIHTC	48	—	—

Voucher rent limits: Val Verde County Fair Market Rents

Housing Choice Voucher payment standards in this area derive from HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rents for Val Verde County: studio $857, 1-BR $863, 2-BR $1,064, 3-BR $1,450, 4-BR $1,455.

Full FMR table for Val Verde County →

How to apply for subsidized housing in Del Rio

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.