How many low income apartments are in Mineral Wells, TX?

HUD administrative data tracks 6 subsidized properties in Mineral Wells with approximately 364 assisted units across project-based Section 8, public housing, LIHTC and §202/§811 programs.

What is the average rent in subsidized housing in Mineral Wells?

Tenant-paid rents in Mineral Wells's assisted buildings typically range from about $366 to $477 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 Mineral Wells?

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 Mineral Wells?

Payment standards track HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rent for Palo Pinto County: about $825/mo for one-bedroom and $1,068/mo for two-bedroom units (gross rent incl. utilities). You pay roughly 30% of income toward the remainder.

Low Income & Subsidized Housing in Mineral Wells, TX

There are 6 subsidized and income-restricted properties in Mineral Wells with roughly 364 assisted units — including 2 project-based Section 8 buildings, 1 public housing developments, and 5 LIHTC tax-credit communities, according to HUD administrative data. Reported tenant-paid rents across these buildings range from about $366 to $477 per month. Median reported wait: about 22 months.

assisted properties

364

subsidized units

$422

typical rent

22 mo

median wait

Map of subsidized housing in Mineral Wells

Complete directory of subsidized housing in Mineral Wells

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Mineral Wells Pioneer Crossing LIHTC	80	—	—
Royal Gardens Mineral Wells LIHTCPB Section 8	75	—	—
Cedar View Apts LIHTC	72	—	—
Unnamed Public Housing	58	$477	22 mo
Southridge Apts LIHTC	40	—	—
Sandstone Foothills LIHTCPB Section 8	39	$366	—

Section 8 apartments in Mineral Wells (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
Royal Gardens Mineral Wells LIHTCPB Section 8	75	—	—
Sandstone Foothills LIHTCPB Section 8	39	$366	—

Public housing developments in Mineral Wells

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
Unnamed Public Housing	58	$477	22 mo

LIHTC & affordable tax-credit apartments in Mineral Wells

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
Mineral Wells Pioneer Crossing LIHTC	80	—	—
Cedar View Apts LIHTC	72	—	—
Southridge Apts LIHTC	40	—	—

Voucher rent limits: Palo Pinto County Fair Market Rents

Housing Choice Voucher payment standards in this area derive from HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rents for Palo Pinto County: studio $820, 1-BR $825, 2-BR $1,068, 3-BR $1,397, 4-BR $1,792.

Full FMR table for Palo Pinto County →

How to apply for subsidized housing in Mineral Wells

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.