Thorndale Housing Authority — Income-Restricted Housing in Thorndale, TX 76577
Thorndale, TX 76577
24 units
- Apply through Housing Authority of Thorndale
Housing authority: (512) 898-2777Directions
How to apply
- Apply through Housing Authority of Thorndale. They run this development and take applications.
- Call the housing authority at (512) 898-2777.
- These records do not show openings — call to confirm vacancies and waiting lists.
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Nearby income-restricted buildings
McCawley Oaks
1040 W. Cameron, Rockdale, TX 76567
10.5 mi away
61 units · 1–2 BR
- 9 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Unnamed
125 Cordova Dr, Rockdale, TX 76567
10.8 mi away
59 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Housing Authority of Rockdale
- Residents waited about 18 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Grace Place Apts
301 Grace Ln, Taylor, TX 76574
13.6 mi away
40 units · 1–2 BR
- 1 vacant unit reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Boxwood Place Apts
Lexington, TX 78947
13.7 mi away
23 units · 1–2 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Taylor Square Apts
1005 Cottonbowl Dr, Taylor, TX 76574
14.4 mi away
52 units · 1–2 BR
- 2 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Rents and income limits in 76577
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,670/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $66,800/yr
- Renters in 76577 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 57%
Income limits (2026)
Milam County, TX area · median family income $85,900. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $18,050 | $30,100 | $48,100 |
| 2 | $21,640 | $34,400 | $55,000 |
| 3 | $27,320 | $38,700 | $61,850 |
| 4 | $33,000 | $42,950 | $68,700 |
| 5 | $38,680 | $46,400 | $74,200 |
| 6 | $44,360 | $49,850 | $79,700 |
| 7 | $50,040 | $53,300 | $85,200 |
| 8 | $55,720 | $56,700 | $90,700 |
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 | 76577 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,330 | $856 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,410 | $861 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,670 | $1,126 |
| 3 bedrooms | $2,120 | $1,448 |
| 4 bedrooms | $2,490 | $1,793 |
Wider area = Milam County, TX. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 4 nearby ZIPs range from $1,130 (78947) to $1,670 (76574).
Census figures for 76577 (2020–2024 average): median rent $1,069. Median household income $64,107. 27% of homes are rented. 57% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 53% 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 76577's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 76577Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply to Thorndale Housing Authority?
Apply through Housing Authority of Thorndale, which runs Thorndale Housing Authority. Call (512) 898-2777. Do not treat a walk-up at the building as the application. These records do not show openings.
Is Thorndale Housing Authority Section 8 housing?
Thorndale Housing Authority 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 Thorndale Housing Authority?
Public records list 24 units at Thorndale Housing Authority in Thorndale, TX 76577. That is a building size, not a count of open apartments.
Are there other affordable apartments near Thorndale Housing Authority?
Yes — this page lists other income-restricted buildings in 76577 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 Thorndale Housing Authority?
Call the number on this page and ask about the waiting list or how to apply at Thorndale Housing Authority in Thorndale, TX 76577. 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 Thorndale, TX 76577?
Most income-restricted buildings in Thorndale, TX 76577 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 $30,100, and $42,950 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($48,100 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 Thorndale, TX 76577?
For many programs in Thorndale, TX 76577, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $30,100 a year for 1 person and $42,950 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $48,100 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 Thorndale, TX 76577?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Thorndale, TX 76577, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Thorndale, TX 76577 is $1,670 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 Thorndale Housing Authority take Section 8 vouchers?
This file does not say that Thorndale Housing Authority has a project-based Section 8 contract. Some landlords in Thorndale, TX 76577 accept Housing Choice Vouchers; you have to ask. Apply for a voucher with the housing authority, then call Thorndale Housing Authority.
Sources: HUD LIHTC database, 2024 (released Apr 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.