How many low income apartments are in Denton, TX?

HUD administrative data tracks 17 subsidized properties in Denton with approximately 2,141 assisted units across project-based Section 8, public housing, LIHTC and §202/§811 programs.

What is the average rent in subsidized housing in Denton?

Tenant-paid rents in Denton's assisted buildings typically range from about $385 to $536 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 Denton?

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 Denton?

Payment standards track HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rent for Denton 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 Denton, TX

There are 17 subsidized and income-restricted properties in Denton with roughly 2,141 assisted units — including 2 project-based Section 8 buildings, 0 public housing developments, and 13 LIHTC tax-credit communities, according to HUD administrative data. Reported tenant-paid rents across these buildings range from about $385 to $536 per month.

assisted properties

2,141

subsidized units

$461

typical rent

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median wait

Complete directory of subsidized housing in Denton

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
The Veranda LIHTCPB Section 8	322	—	—
Rosemont at Pecan Creek LIHTC	263	—	—
Providence Place Apts Ii LIHTC	252	—	—
Pebble Brook Apts LIHTC	250	—	—
Primrose at Sequoia Park LIHTC	250	—	—
Waterford at Spencer Oaks LIHTC	208	—	—
Renaissance Courts LIHTC	150	—	—
Roxton LIHTCPB Section 8	126	—	—
Country Park Apts LIHTC	120	—	—
Stella Haven LIHTC	88	—	—
Fairoaks of Denton, Inc §202 Senior	40	$385	—
Pecan Place LIHTC	24	—	—
Silverado Apts LIHTC	24	—	—
Dahc Housing 2 Inc. §811	10	$536	—
Dahc Housing I, Inc. §811	8	—	—
Dahc Housing Iii §811	6	—	—
Palladium Denton LIHTC§811 PRA	0	—	—

Section 8 apartments in Denton (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
The Veranda LIHTCPB Section 8	322	—	—
Roxton LIHTCPB Section 8	126	—	—

LIHTC & affordable tax-credit apartments in Denton

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
Rosemont at Pecan Creek LIHTC	263	—	—
Providence Place Apts Ii LIHTC	252	—	—
Pebble Brook Apts LIHTC	250	—	—
Primrose at Sequoia Park LIHTC	250	—	—
Waterford at Spencer Oaks LIHTC	208	—	—
Renaissance Courts LIHTC	150	—	—
Country Park Apts LIHTC	120	—	—
Stella Haven LIHTC	88	—	—
Pecan Place LIHTC	24	—	—
Silverado Apts LIHTC	24	—	—
Palladium Denton LIHTC§811 PRA	0	—	—

Voucher rent limits: Denton County Fair Market Rents

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

Full FMR table for Denton County →

How to apply for subsidized housing in Denton

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.