How many low income apartments are in Temple, TX?

HUD administrative data tracks 14 subsidized properties in Temple with approximately 1,695 assisted units across project-based Section 8, public housing, LIHTC and §202/§811 programs.

What is the average rent in subsidized housing in Temple?

Tenant-paid rents in Temple's assisted buildings typically range from about $224 to $370 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 Temple?

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 Temple?

Payment standards track HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rent for Bell County: about $990/mo for one-bedroom and $1,233/mo for two-bedroom units (gross rent incl. utilities). You pay roughly 30% of income toward the remainder.

Low Income & Subsidized Housing in Temple, TX

There are 14 subsidized and income-restricted properties in Temple with roughly 1,695 assisted units — including 3 project-based Section 8 buildings, 3 public housing developments, and 9 LIHTC tax-credit communities, according to HUD administrative data. Reported tenant-paid rents across these buildings range from about $224 to $370 per month. Median reported wait: about 7 months.

assisted properties

1,695

subsidized units

$297

typical rent

7 mo

median wait

Complete directory of subsidized housing in Temple

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Canyon Creek Townhomes Aka Meadow V PB Section 8	200	$310	—
Canyon Creek Town Homes LIHTC	199	—	—
Wayman Manor Apartments LIHTCPB Section 8	160	$224	—
Jmh/cv/wb Fam Public Housing	144	$362	7 mo
Village at Meadowbend Apts LIHTC	138	—	—
Lofts at Temple Medical District LIHTC	120	—	—
Country Lane Seniors-temple Community LIHTC	102	—	—
Frances Graham Hall Public Housing	100	$370	4 mo
Golden Haven PB Section 8	100	$351	—
Village at Meadowbend Apts Ii LIHTC	99	—	—
The Grand Reserve Seniors-temple Community LIHTC	98	—	—
Fairways at Sammons Park LIHTC	92	—	—
Al/rat/ Wb Eld Public Housing	82	$363	11 mo
Kyle Building LIHTC	61	—	—

Section 8 apartments in Temple (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
Canyon Creek Townhomes Aka Meadow V PB Section 8	200	$310	—
Wayman Manor Apartments LIHTCPB Section 8	160	$224	—
Golden Haven PB Section 8	100	$351	—

Public housing developments in Temple

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
Jmh/cv/wb Fam Public Housing	144	$362	7 mo
Frances Graham Hall Public Housing	100	$370	4 mo
Al/rat/ Wb Eld Public Housing	82	$363	11 mo

LIHTC & affordable tax-credit apartments in Temple

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
Canyon Creek Town Homes LIHTC	199	—	—
Village at Meadowbend Apts LIHTC	138	—	—
Lofts at Temple Medical District LIHTC	120	—	—
Country Lane Seniors-temple Community LIHTC	102	—	—
Village at Meadowbend Apts Ii LIHTC	99	—	—
The Grand Reserve Seniors-temple Community LIHTC	98	—	—
Fairways at Sammons Park LIHTC	92	—	—
Kyle Building LIHTC	61	—	—

Voucher rent limits: Bell County Fair Market Rents

Housing Choice Voucher payment standards in this area derive from HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rents for Bell County: studio $983, 1-BR $990, 2-BR $1,233, 3-BR $1,711, 4-BR $2,068.

Full FMR table for Bell County →

How to apply for subsidized housing in Temple

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.