Western Heights Apartments — Income-Restricted Housing in Olney, TX 76374
1414 W. Elm, Olney, TX 76374
48 units · 47 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
Leasing office: (940) 564-5071Directions
How to apply
- Call the leasing office at (940) 564-5071 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
- 1972
- Bedrooms
- 8 1 bedroom · 28 2 bedrooms · 11 3 bedrooms
- HUD inspection
- HUD inspection score: 79/100 (May 2025) 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
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- Apply through Housing Authority of Olney
- Residents waited about 3 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
- Several buildings — call for addresses
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- 4 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Unnamed
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12.7 mi away
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- Apply through Housing Authority of Newcastle
- Residents waited about 24 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Beech Street Apts
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17.7 mi away
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- 1 vacant unit reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Pleasant Acres
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18 mi away
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- Apply through Housing Authority of Archer City
- Residents waited about 3 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Rents and income limits in 76374
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,030/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $41,200/yr
- Renters in 76374 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 23%
Income limits (2026)
Young County, TX area · median family income $91,000. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $19,150 | $31,850 | $51,000 |
| 2 | $21,850 | $36,400 | $58,250 |
| 3 | $27,320 | $40,950 | $65,550 |
| 4 | $33,000 | $45,500 | $72,800 |
| 5 | $38,680 | $49,150 | $78,650 |
| 6 | $44,360 | $52,800 | $84,450 |
| 7 | $50,040 | $56,450 | $90,300 |
| 8 | $55,720 | $60,100 | $96,100 |
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 | 76374 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $770 | $800 |
| 1 bedroom | $840 | $805 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,030 | $1,053 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,410 | $1,458 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,590 | $1,517 |
Wider area = Young County, TX. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 4 nearby ZIPs range from $1,010 (76372) to $1,060 (76460).
Census figures for 76374 (2020–2024 average): median rent $488 (uncertain estimate). Median household income $43,939. 34% of homes are rented. 23% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 3% 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 76374's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 76374Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply to Western Heights Apartments?
Call (940) 564-5071 and ask about applying, vacancies, and waiting lists at Western Heights Apartments in Olney, TX 76374. These records do not show openings.
Is Western Heights Apartments Section 8 housing?
Western Heights Apartments 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 Western Heights Apartments?
Public records list 48 units at Western Heights Apartments in Olney, TX 76374. That is a building size, not a count of open apartments.
Are there other affordable apartments near Western Heights Apartments?
Yes — this page lists other income-restricted buildings in 76374 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 Western Heights Apartments?
Call the number on this page and ask about the waiting list or how to apply at Western Heights Apartments in Olney, TX 76374. 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 Olney, TX 76374?
Most income-restricted buildings in Olney, TX 76374 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 $31,850, and $45,500 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($51,000 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 Olney, TX 76374?
For many programs in Olney, TX 76374, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $31,850 a year for 1 person and $45,500 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $51,000 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 Olney, TX 76374?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Olney, TX 76374, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Olney, TX 76374 is $1,030 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 Western Heights Apartments take Section 8 vouchers?
Western Heights Apartments 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 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.