Casa Real I — Income-Restricted Housing in Alice, TX 78332
1300 Wyoming St, Alice, TX 78332
68 units · Studio–2 BR · People with disabilities
Leasing office: (361) 668-6923Directions
How to apply
- Call the leasing office at (361) 668-6923 to ask about applying, vacancies, and waiting lists.
- These records do not show openings — call to confirm vacancies and waiting lists.
At this building
- Opened
- 1982
- Bedrooms
- 6 Studio · 58 1 bedroom · 4 2 bedrooms
- HUD inspection
- HUD inspection score: 99/100 (Jun 2026) HUD inspects subsidized buildings on a 0–100 scale. This is a snapshot, not a pass/fail grade.
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Nearby income-restricted buildings
Heritage Apartments
600 E Front St, Alice, TX 78332
1.4 mi away
239 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Alice Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 7 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
- Several buildings — call for addresses
Rose Ann
1138 Rose Ann Dr, Alice, TX 78332
1.8 mi away
1 unit
- Apply through Alice Housing Authority
- Several buildings — call for addresses
Rents and income limits in 78332
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,040/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $41,600/yr
- Renters in 78332 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 68%
Income limits (2026)
Jim Wells County, TX area · median family income $64,100. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $17,600 | $29,300 | $46,900 |
| 2 | $21,640 | $33,500 | $53,600 |
| 3 | $27,320 | $37,700 | $60,300 |
| 4 | $33,000 | $41,850 | $66,950 |
| 5 | $38,680 | $45,200 | $72,350 |
| 6 | $44,360 | $48,550 | $77,700 |
| 7 | $50,040 | $51,900 | $83,050 |
| 8 | $55,250 | $55,250 | $88,400 |
Section 8 vouchers: up to the 50% limit, and most go to households under 30%. Public housing: up to 80%. Tax-credit apartments: usually up to 60% of median income, between the 50% and 80% columns.
Fair market rents (2027)
HUD's estimate of rent plus utilities for a modest home. Housing authorities set Section 8 voucher limits from it.
| Size | 78332 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $790 | $768 |
| 1 bedroom | $800 | $775 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,040 | $1,014 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,360 | $1,325 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,500 | $1,461 |
Wider area = Jim Wells County, TX. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 4 nearby ZIPs range from $1,010 (78372) to $1,450 (78384).
Census figures for 78332 (2020–2024 average): median rent $947. Median household income $49,887. 35% of homes are rented. 68% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 38% pay half or more.
Census median rent is what renters here actually pay, including long-term leases. Fair market rent is HUD's estimate for a modest apartment available now.
Sources: HUD income limits FY2026; HUD Fair Market Rents FY2027 (Small Area FMR for ZIP figures); U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-year 2020–2024. Each program and building can set its own limits — confirm with the property.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share
Project-based Section 8 is on the buildings above. A Housing Choice Voucher is different: you apply with the housing authority, then find a landlord who takes it. Your share of rent is based on income — not always 30%. The calculator uses 78332's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 78332Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply to Casa Real I?
Call (361) 668-6923 and ask about applying, vacancies, and waiting lists at Casa Real I in Alice, TX 78332. These records do not show openings.
Is Casa Real I Section 8 housing?
Casa Real I is listed with a HUD-assisted or project-based Section 8 contract. The subsidy stays with the apartment. A Housing Choice Voucher is different — you apply with the housing authority. Confirm the program when you call.
How many units are at Casa Real I?
Public records list 68 units at Casa Real I in Alice, TX 78332. That is a building size, not a count of open apartments.
Are there other affordable apartments near Casa Real I?
Yes — this page lists other income-restricted buildings in 78332 and nearby ZIP codes. Open a nearby card for the address and phone. Lists still do not show vacancies.
People Also Ask
How do I get into Casa Real I?
Call the number on this page and ask about the waiting list or how to apply at Casa Real I in Alice, TX 78332. Public housing is through the housing authority. Bring ID and income documents when they tell you to. This site cannot submit an application for you.
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Alice, TX 78332?
Most income-restricted buildings in Alice, TX 78332 serve households at or below 50% or 80% of area median income. HUD's 2026 very low-income (50%) limit for a 1-person household is $29,300, and $41,850 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($46,900 for 1 person). Each building sets its own cap — call to confirm before you apply. Citizenship, household size, and local preferences can also apply.
What is the income limit for low-income housing in Alice, TX 78332?
For many programs in Alice, TX 78332, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $29,300 a year for 1 person and $41,850 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $46,900 for 1 person. Tax-credit buildings often use 60% of median income. Confirm with the property — they can be stricter.
How much rent do you pay for low-income housing in Alice, TX 78332?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Alice, TX 78332, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Alice, TX 78332 is $1,040 a month (rent plus utilities for a modest unit). Tax-credit apartments use set rents below market, not always 30% of income. Call the building for the actual rent; this site is not a vacancy or price list.
Does Casa Real I take Section 8 vouchers?
Casa Real I is listed with project-based Section 8 or HUD assistance — the subsidy is on the unit, so you usually apply at the building rather than bringing a tenant voucher. Ask when you call whether they also accept Housing Choice Vouchers.
Sources: HUD LIHTC database, 2024 (released Apr 2026); HUD Multifamily Assisted Properties, Oct 2026; HUD Public Housing Developments, Oct 2026. Not affiliated with HUD or USDA. Details can be out of date — confirm with the property before applying. Report a correction.