Development 1 — Income-Restricted Housing in Donna, TX 78537
313 S 8th St, Donna, TX 78537
105 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Donna Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 14 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
- Several buildings — call for addresses
Housing authority: (956) 464-4473Directions
How to apply
- Apply through Donna Housing Authority. They run this development and take applications.
- Call the housing authority at (956) 464-4473.
- These records do not show openings — call to confirm vacancies and waiting lists.
At this building
- Bedrooms (estimated)
- 13 1 bedroom · 45 2 bedrooms · 47 3 bedrooms
- Average tenant rent
- $349/mo
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Nearby income-restricted buildings
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- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Silver Tri-Plex
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0.1 mi away
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- Apply through Donna Housing Authority
La Sombra
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0.8 mi away
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- 1 vacant unit reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Oak Haven Apartments
513 Frontage Rd, Donna, TX 78537
0.8 mi away
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Mesa Vista Apartments
1301 S Salinas St Apt 211, Donna, TX 78537
1.1 mi away
76 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Donna Housing Authority
Rents and income limits in 78537
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,010/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $40,400/yr
- Renters in 78537 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 60%
Income limits (2026)
McAllen-Edinburg-Mission, TX area · median family income $64,000. 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 | 78537 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $800 | $801 |
| 1 bedroom | $800 | $806 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,010 | $1,017 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,310 | $1,305 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,440 | $1,439 |
Wider area = McAllen-Edinburg-Mission, TX. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 9 nearby ZIPs range from $1,010 (78516) to $1,080 (78577).
Census figures for 78537 (2020–2024 average): median rent $763. Median household income $40,668. 26% of homes are rented. 60% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 37% 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 78537's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 78537Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply to Development 1?
Apply through Donna Housing Authority, which runs Development 1. Call (956) 464-4473. Do not treat a walk-up at the building as the application. These records do not show openings.
Is Development 1 Section 8 housing?
Development 1 is public housing, not a project-based Section 8 contract. Apply with the housing authority. A Housing Choice Voucher is a separate program.
How many units are at Development 1?
Public records list 105 units at Development 1 in Donna, TX 78537. That is a building size, not a count of open apartments.
Are there other affordable apartments near Development 1?
Yes — this page lists other income-restricted buildings in 78537 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 Development 1?
Call the number on this page and ask about the waiting list or how to apply at Development 1 in Donna, TX 78537. 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 Donna, TX 78537?
Most income-restricted buildings in Donna, TX 78537 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 Donna, TX 78537?
For many programs in Donna, TX 78537, 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 Donna, TX 78537?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Donna, TX 78537, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Donna, TX 78537 is $1,010 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 Development 1 take Section 8 vouchers?
This file does not say that Development 1 has a project-based Section 8 contract. Some landlords in Donna, TX 78537 accept Housing Choice Vouchers; you have to ask. Apply for a voucher with the housing authority, then call Development 1.
Sources: HUD LIHTC database, 2024 (released Apr 2026); HUD Multifamily Assisted Properties, Oct 2026; HUD Public Housing Developments, Oct 2026; USDA Rural Development multifamily, Oct 2026. Not affiliated with HUD or USDA. Details can be out of date — confirm with the property before applying. Report a correction.