Prairie Village (202/8) — Income-Restricted Housing in El Campo, TX 77437
1915 N Wharton Rd, El Campo, TX 77437
38 units · 37 income-restricted · Studio–1 BR · People with disabilities
Leasing office: (979) 543-1366Directions
How to apply
- Call the leasing office at (979) 543-1366 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
- 1989
- Income limit
- 60% AMI
- Bedrooms
- 9 Studio · 28 1 bedroom
- HUD inspection
- HUD inspection score: 84/100 (Jun 2026) HUD inspects subsidized buildings on a 0–100 scale. This is a snapshot, not a pass/fail grade.
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- Apply through Housing Authority of the City of El Campo
- Residents waited about 14 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Rents and income limits in 77437
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,150/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $46,000/yr
- Renters in 77437 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 63%
Income limits (2026)
Wharton County, TX area · median family income $85,500. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $18,000 | $29,950 | $47,900 |
| 2 | $21,640 | $34,200 | $54,750 |
| 3 | $27,320 | $38,500 | $61,600 |
| 4 | $33,000 | $42,750 | $68,400 |
| 5 | $38,680 | $46,200 | $73,900 |
| 6 | $44,360 | $49,600 | $79,350 |
| 7 | $50,040 | $53,050 | $84,850 |
| 8 | $55,720 | $56,450 | $90,300 |
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 | 77437 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $830 | $824 |
| 1 bedroom | $890 | $915 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,150 | $1,184 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,540 | $1,584 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,720 | $1,590 |
Wider area = Wharton County, TX. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 4 nearby ZIPs range from $1,150 (77467) to $1,460 (77455).
Census figures for 77437 (2020–2024 average): median rent $1,042. Median household income $72,200. 30% of homes are rented. 63% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 20% 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 77437's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 77437Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply to Prairie Village (202/8)?
Call (979) 543-1366 and ask about applying, vacancies, and waiting lists at Prairie Village (202/8) in El Campo, TX 77437. These records do not show openings.
Is Prairie Village (202/8) Section 8 housing?
Prairie Village (202/8) 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 Prairie Village (202/8)?
Public records list 38 units at Prairie Village (202/8) in El Campo, TX 77437. That is a building size, not a count of open apartments.
Are there other affordable apartments near Prairie Village (202/8)?
Yes — this page lists other income-restricted buildings in 77437 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 Prairie Village (202/8)?
Call the number on this page and ask about the waiting list or how to apply at Prairie Village (202/8) in El Campo, TX 77437. 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 El Campo, TX 77437?
Most income-restricted buildings in El Campo, TX 77437 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 $29,950, and $42,750 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($47,900 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 El Campo, TX 77437?
For many programs in El Campo, TX 77437, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $29,950 a year for 1 person and $42,750 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $47,900 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 El Campo, TX 77437?
In public housing and most Section 8 in El Campo, TX 77437, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near El Campo, TX 77437 is $1,150 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 Prairie Village (202/8) take Section 8 vouchers?
Prairie Village (202/8) 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; 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. To add a different building, use the suggestion rubric.