How many low income apartments are in Waxahachie, TX?

HUD administrative data tracks 11 subsidized properties in Waxahachie with approximately 1,077 assisted units across project-based Section 8, public housing, LIHTC and §202/§811 programs.

What is the average rent in subsidized housing in Waxahachie?

Tenant-paid rents in Waxahachie's assisted buildings typically range from about $307 to $517 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 Waxahachie?

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 Waxahachie?

Payment standards track HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rent for Ellis County: about $1,648/mo for one-bedroom and $1,931/mo for two-bedroom units (gross rent incl. utilities). You pay roughly 30% of income toward the remainder.

Low Income & Subsidized Housing in Waxahachie, TX

There are 11 subsidized and income-restricted properties in Waxahachie with roughly 1,077 assisted units — including 1 project-based Section 8 buildings, 1 public housing developments, and 9 LIHTC tax-credit communities, according to HUD administrative data. Reported tenant-paid rents across these buildings range from about $307 to $517 per month. Median reported wait: about 5 months.

assisted properties

1,077

subsidized units

$412

typical rent

5 mo

median wait

Map of subsidized housing in Waxahachie

Complete directory of subsidized housing in Waxahachie

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Bent Tree Town Homes LIHTC	247	—	—
Gala at Waxahachie LIHTC	185	—	—
Cypress Creek Apartment Homes at Waxahachie LIHTC	168	—	—
Patrick Apts Public Housing	104	$517	5 mo
Country Lane Seniors-waxahachie Community LIHTC	98	—	—
Grand Reserve Seniors - Waxahachie Community LIHTC	80	—	—
Lexington Arms LIHTC	61	—	—
Grove Park Apts LIHTC	60	—	—
Grove Park Terrace PB Section 8	60	$307	—
Rusty Lane Duplexes LIHTC	10	—	—
Misty Court Duplexes LIHTC	4	—	—

Section 8 apartments in Waxahachie (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
Grove Park Terrace PB Section 8	60	$307	—

Public housing developments in Waxahachie

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
Patrick Apts Public Housing	104	$517	5 mo

LIHTC & affordable tax-credit apartments in Waxahachie

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
Bent Tree Town Homes LIHTC	247	—	—
Gala at Waxahachie LIHTC	185	—	—
Cypress Creek Apartment Homes at Waxahachie LIHTC	168	—	—
Country Lane Seniors-waxahachie Community LIHTC	98	—	—
Grand Reserve Seniors - Waxahachie Community LIHTC	80	—	—
Lexington Arms LIHTC	61	—	—
Grove Park Apts LIHTC	60	—	—
Rusty Lane Duplexes LIHTC	10	—	—
Misty Court Duplexes LIHTC	4	—	—

Voucher rent limits: Ellis County Fair Market Rents

Housing Choice Voucher payment standards in this area derive from HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rents for Ellis County: studio $1,582, 1-BR $1,648, 2-BR $1,931, 3-BR $2,431, 4-BR $3,091.

Full FMR table for Ellis County →

How to apply for subsidized housing in Waxahachie

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.