How many low income apartments are in La Porte, TX?

HUD administrative data tracks 6 subsidized properties in La Porte with approximately 683 assisted units across project-based Section 8, public housing, LIHTC and §202/§811 programs.

What is the average rent in subsidized housing in La Porte?

Tenant-paid rents in La Porte's assisted buildings typically range from about $379 to $388 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 La Porte?

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 La Porte?

Payment standards track HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rent for Harris County: about $1,323/mo for one-bedroom and $1,573/mo for two-bedroom units (gross rent incl. utilities). You pay roughly 30% of income toward the remainder.

Low Income & Subsidized Housing in La Porte, TX

There are 6 subsidized and income-restricted properties in La Porte with roughly 683 assisted units — including 2 project-based Section 8 buildings, 0 public housing developments, and 4 LIHTC tax-credit communities, according to HUD administrative data. Reported tenant-paid rents across these buildings range from about $379 to $388 per month.

assisted properties

683

subsidized units

$384

typical rent

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median wait

Map of subsidized housing in La Porte

Complete directory of subsidized housing in La Porte

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Mariposa at Pecan Park LIHTC	180	—	—
Seville Place Apts LIHTC	180	—	—
Fairmont Oaks Apts LIHTC	139	—	—
Churchill Place LIHTC	72	—	—
Bayview PB Section 8	61	$379	—
Happy Harbor Apartments PB Section 8	51	$388	—

Section 8 apartments in La Porte (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
Bayview PB Section 8	61	$379	—
Happy Harbor Apartments PB Section 8	51	$388	—

LIHTC & affordable tax-credit apartments in La Porte

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
Mariposa at Pecan Park LIHTC	180	—	—
Seville Place Apts LIHTC	180	—	—
Fairmont Oaks Apts LIHTC	139	—	—
Churchill Place LIHTC	72	—	—

Voucher rent limits: Harris County Fair Market Rents

Housing Choice Voucher payment standards in this area derive from HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rents for Harris County: studio $1,280, 1-BR $1,323, 2-BR $1,573, 3-BR $2,116, 4-BR $2,639.

Full FMR table for Harris County →

How to apply for subsidized housing in La Porte

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.