Casa De Amigos I — Income-Restricted Housing in Brownsville, TX 78520
455 El Paso Rd, Brownsville, TX 78520
100 units · Studio–2 BR
Leasing office: (956) 544-1803Directions
How to apply
- Call the leasing office at (956) 544-1803 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
- 1981
- Bedrooms
- 4 Studio · 88 1 bedroom · 8 2 bedrooms
- HUD inspection
- HUD inspection score: 99/100 (Jun 2025) HUD inspects subsidized buildings on a 0–100 scale. This is a snapshot, not a pass/fail grade.
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Rents and income limits in 78520
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,050/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $42,000/yr
- Renters in 78520 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 49%
Income limits (2026)
Brownsville-Harlingen, TX area · median family income $64,600. 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 | 78520 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $830 | $827 |
| 1 bedroom | $890 | $884 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,050 | $1,042 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,400 | $1,393 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,510 | $1,496 |
Wider area = Brownsville-Harlingen, TX. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 4 nearby ZIPs range from $1,010 (78586) to $1,230 (78526).
Census figures for 78520 (2020–2024 average): median rent $865. Median household income $50,116. 40% of homes are rented. 49% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 24% 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 78520's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 78520Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply to Casa De Amigos I?
Call (956) 544-1803 and ask about applying, vacancies, and waiting lists at Casa De Amigos I in Brownsville, TX 78520. These records do not show openings.
Is Casa De Amigos I Section 8 housing?
Casa De Amigos 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 De Amigos I?
Public records list 100 units at Casa De Amigos I in Brownsville, TX 78520. That is a building size, not a count of open apartments.
Are there other affordable apartments near Casa De Amigos I?
Yes — this page lists other income-restricted buildings in 78520 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 De Amigos I?
Call the number on this page and ask about the waiting list or how to apply at Casa De Amigos I in Brownsville, TX 78520. 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 Brownsville, TX 78520?
Most income-restricted buildings in Brownsville, TX 78520 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 Brownsville, TX 78520?
For many programs in Brownsville, TX 78520, 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 Brownsville, TX 78520?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Brownsville, TX 78520, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Brownsville, TX 78520 is $1,050 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 De Amigos I take Section 8 vouchers?
Casa De Amigos 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. To add a different building, use the suggestion rubric.