Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Roans Prairie, TX
No income-restricted buildings are listed in Roans Prairie.
No income-restricted buildings are listed in Roans Prairie, TX. These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
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Rents and income limits in 77875
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,210/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $48,400/yr
Income limits (2026)
Grimes County, TX area · median family income $89,500. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $18,800 | $31,350 | $50,150 |
| 2 | $21,640 | $35,800 | $57,300 |
| 3 | $27,320 | $40,300 | $64,450 |
| 4 | $33,000 | $44,750 | $71,600 |
| 5 | $38,680 | $48,350 | $77,350 |
| 6 | $44,360 | $51,950 | $83,100 |
| 7 | $50,040 | $55,500 | $88,800 |
| 8 | $55,720 | $59,100 | $94,550 |
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 | 77875 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $920 | $877 |
| 1 bedroom | $960 | $919 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,210 | $1,154 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,480 | $1,403 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,740 | $1,662 |
Wider area = Grimes County, TX. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 4 nearby ZIPs range from $1,210 (77830) to $1,370 (77873).
Sources: HUD income limits FY2026; HUD Fair Market Rents FY2027 (Small Area FMR for ZIP figures). 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 77875's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 77875Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Roans Prairie, TX?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Roans Prairie, TX, including project-based Section 8 apartments (the subsidy stays with the unit), public housing, tax-credit, and USDA rural rentals. Housing Choice Vouchers are different: you apply with the local housing authority and can use them at a private landlord. Estimate your voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
Do affordable housing buildings in Roans Prairie, TX have openings?
These lists for Roans Prairie, TX don't show openings. Call the property (or the housing authority, for public housing) to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
How do I apply for affordable housing in Roans Prairie, TX?
Use the phone number on each building card in Roans Prairie, TX. Public housing is run by the local housing authority — apply with them, not at the building. USDA rural rentals can also be found through USDA's property search.
What counts as affordable housing in Roans Prairie, TX?
In Roans Prairie, TX, this directory lists income-restricted rentals from HUD tax-credit (LIHTC) records, public housing, HUD-assisted buildings (including project-based Section 8, 202, and 811), and USDA Rural Development.
How many affordable housing buildings are in Roans Prairie, TX?
No income-restricted buildings are listed in Roans Prairie, TX right now. Nearby ZIP codes on this page may still have buildings you can call.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Roans Prairie, TX?
Most income-restricted buildings in Roans Prairie, TX 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 $31,350, and $44,750 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($50,150 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 Roans Prairie, TX?
For many programs in Roans Prairie, TX, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $31,350 a year for 1 person and $44,750 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $50,150 for 1 person. Tax-credit buildings often use 60% of median income. Confirm with the property — they can be stricter.
How long is the waiting list for Section 8 in Roans Prairie, TX?
There is no single waiting list for Roans Prairie, TX. Public housing, project-based Section 8, and tax-credit buildings each keep their own list. Housing Choice Voucher lists at the housing authority open only sometimes and can stay closed for years. This directory does not show which lists are open — call the number on each card. Some public housing cards show HUD's reported wait in months.
What is the difference between Section 8 and public housing in Roans Prairie, TX?
Public housing is owned by a housing authority — you apply with that agency, not at the building. Project-based Section 8 is a HUD contract on a private building; the subsidy stays with the apartment. A Housing Choice Voucher is different: you apply with the housing authority and can use it at a landlord who takes it. Estimate voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
How much rent do you pay for low-income housing in Roans Prairie, TX?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Roans Prairie, TX, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Roans Prairie, TX is $1,210 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.
Can I use a Section 8 voucher at affordable apartments in Roans Prairie, TX?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Roans Prairie, TX. Project-based Section 8 units already have a subsidy on the apartment — you apply there, not with a tenant voucher. For a voucher, apply with the housing authority, then ask each landlord. Estimate your share with the Section 8 calculator.
Is there senior affordable housing in Roans Prairie, TX?
This page may still list buildings in Roans Prairie, TX that accept seniors without being senior-only. Use the filters and call to ask about age set-asides.