How many low income apartments are in Texas City, TX?

HUD administrative data tracks 9 subsidized properties in Texas City with approximately 1,027 assisted units across project-based Section 8, public housing, LIHTC and §202/§811 programs.

What is the average rent in subsidized housing in Texas City?

Tenant-paid rents in Texas City's assisted buildings typically range from about $300 to $369 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 Texas City?

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 Texas City?

Payment standards track HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rent for Galveston 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 Texas City, TX

There are 9 subsidized and income-restricted properties in Texas City with roughly 1,027 assisted units — including 2 project-based Section 8 buildings, 0 public housing developments, and 6 LIHTC tax-credit communities, according to HUD administrative data. Reported tenant-paid rents across these buildings range from about $300 to $369 per month.

assisted properties

1,027

subsidized units

$335

typical rent

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median wait

Map of subsidized housing in Texas City

Complete directory of subsidized housing in Texas City

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Costa Mariposa LIHTC	252	—	—
Mansions at Moses Lake LIHTC	240	—	—
Green Meadows Apts LIHTC	152	—	—
The Retreat at Texas City LIHTC	150	—	—
Village at Morningstar LIHTC	100	—	—
Colonial Park PB Section 8	50	$369	—
Heritage Square PB Section 8	49	$300	—
Morningstar Villas LIHTC	34	—	—
The Village at Morning Star §811 PRA	0	—	—

Section 8 apartments in Texas City (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
Colonial Park PB Section 8	50	$369	—
Heritage Square PB Section 8	49	$300	—

LIHTC & affordable tax-credit apartments in Texas City

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
Costa Mariposa LIHTC	252	—	—
Mansions at Moses Lake LIHTC	240	—	—
Green Meadows Apts LIHTC	152	—	—
The Retreat at Texas City LIHTC	150	—	—
Village at Morningstar LIHTC	100	—	—
Morningstar Villas LIHTC	34	—	—

Voucher rent limits: Galveston County Fair Market Rents

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

Full FMR table for Galveston County →

How to apply for subsidized housing in Texas City

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.