How many low income apartments are in Sherman, TX?

HUD administrative data tracks 6 subsidized properties in Sherman with approximately 940 assisted units across project-based Section 8, public housing, LIHTC and §202/§811 programs.

What is the average rent in subsidized housing in Sherman?

Tenant-paid rents in Sherman's assisted buildings typically range from about $375 to $375 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 Sherman?

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 Sherman?

Payment standards track HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rent for Grayson County: about $1,089/mo for one-bedroom and $1,351/mo for two-bedroom units (gross rent incl. utilities). You pay roughly 30% of income toward the remainder.

Low Income & Subsidized Housing in Sherman, TX

There are 6 subsidized and income-restricted properties in Sherman with roughly 940 assisted units — including 2 project-based Section 8 buildings, 1 public housing developments, and 4 LIHTC tax-credit communities, according to HUD administrative data. Reported tenant-paid rents across these buildings range from about $375 to $375 per month. Median reported wait: about 6 months.

assisted properties

940

subsidized units

$375

typical rent

6 mo

median wait

Complete directory of subsidized housing in Sherman

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Unnamed Public Housing	298	$375	6 mo
Park Manor Senior Community LIHTCPB Section 8	196	—	—
Steeple Chase Farms LIHTC	156	—	—
Villas of Sherman LIHTC	124	—	—
Community of Possibilities LIHTC	96	—	—
Hilltop Village Apartments PB Section 8	70	—	—

Section 8 apartments in Sherman (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
Park Manor Senior Community LIHTCPB Section 8	196	—	—
Hilltop Village Apartments PB Section 8	70	—	—

Public housing developments in Sherman

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	298	$375	6 mo

LIHTC & affordable tax-credit apartments in Sherman

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
Steeple Chase Farms LIHTC	156	—	—
Villas of Sherman LIHTC	124	—	—
Community of Possibilities LIHTC	96	—	—

Voucher rent limits: Grayson County Fair Market Rents

Housing Choice Voucher payment standards in this area derive from HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rents for Grayson County: studio $1,088, 1-BR $1,089, 2-BR $1,351, 3-BR $1,879, 4-BR $2,157.

Full FMR table for Grayson County →

How to apply for subsidized housing in Sherman

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.