Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Fort Worth, TX 76161
1 affordable building in 76161 · 82 more within 6 mi
Fort Worth, TX 76161 has 1 income-restricted building: 1 tax credit. 82 more are listed within 6 miles. These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
In 76161
No buildings in 76161 match this filter.
Nearby
The 20 closest of 82 in nearby ZIPs. Pick a ZIP below to see all of them.
Palladium Fain Street, Ltd.
4001 Fain Street, Fort Worth, TX 76111
0.4 mi away
90 units · 81 income-restricted · People with disabilities · People experiencing homelessness
Cielo Place
3111 Race St., Fort Worth, TX 76111
0.6 mi away
91 units · 80 income-restricted · People with disabilities · People experiencing homelessness
The Vineyard on Lancaster
1413 East Lancaster Ave, Fort Worth, TX 76102
2.2 mi away
94 units · 1–2 BR · People with disabilities · People experiencing homelessness
Rock Island Hillside
300 Crump St, Fort Worth, TX 76102
2.2 mi away
175 units · 105 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
Sunset at Fash Place
2504 Oakland Blvd, Fort Worth, TX 76103
2.6 mi away
56 units · 1–2 BR · People with disabilities · People experiencing homelessness
Historic Electric Building
410 W Seventh St, Fort Worth, TX 76102
2.8 mi away
106 units · 62 income-restricted · 1–2 BR
Happy Acres I
2773 Moneda Cir, Haltom City, TX 76117
3 mi away
150 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Housing Authority of Haltom City
- Residents waited about 17 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Avenue at Sycamore Park
2601 Avenue J, Fort Worth, TX 76105
3 mi away
108 units · 91 income-restricted · People with disabilities · People experiencing homelessness
Oak Timbers-Fort Worth South
308 E Terrell Ave, Fort Worth, TX 76104
3.1 mi away
168 units · 160 income-restricted · 1–2 BR
The Residences of Diamond Hill
3601 Deen Rd, Fort Worth, TX 76106
3.2 mi away
204 units · 121 income-restricted
Homes of Parker Commons
1015 S Jennings Ave, Fort Worth, TX 76104
3.4 mi away
168 units · 126 income-restricted
Butler Place Apartments
3014A N Nichols St, Fort Worth, TX 76106
3.4 mi away
16 units
- Apply through Housing Authority of Fort Worth
Columbia Renaissance Square II Senior
2801 Moresby St, Fort Worth, TX 76105
3.7 mi away
120 units · 96 income-restricted · People with disabilities · People experiencing homelessness
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 76161
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,750/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $70,000/yr
Income limits (2026)
Fort Worth-Arlington, TX area · median family income $110,300. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $23,200 | $38,650 | $61,800 |
| 2 | $26,500 | $44,150 | $70,600 |
| 3 | $29,800 | $49,650 | $79,450 |
| 4 | $33,100 | $55,150 | $88,250 |
| 5 | $38,680 | $59,600 | $95,350 |
| 6 | $44,360 | $64,000 | $102,400 |
| 7 | $50,040 | $68,400 | $109,450 |
| 8 | $55,720 | $72,800 | $116,500 |
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 | 76161 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,470 | $1,461 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,490 | $1,481 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,750 | $1,745 |
| 3 bedrooms | $2,290 | $2,284 |
| 4 bedrooms | $2,870 | $2,866 |
Wider area = Fort Worth-Arlington, TX. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 12 nearby ZIPs range from $1,360 (76103) to $2,020 (76102).
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 76161's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 76161Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Fort Worth, TX 76161?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Fort Worth, TX 76161, 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 Fort Worth, TX 76161 have openings?
These lists for Fort Worth, TX 76161 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 Fort Worth, TX 76161?
Use the phone number on each building card in Fort Worth, TX 76161. 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 Fort Worth, TX 76161?
In Fort Worth, TX 76161, 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 ZIP 76161?
This directory lists 1 income-restricted building in Fort Worth, TX 76161. The list does not show vacancies — call each property or the housing authority to ask about openings and waiting lists.
Is there affordable housing near 76161?
Yes — this page also lists 82 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Fort Worth, TX 76161 (within about 6 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Fort Worth, TX 76161?
Most income-restricted buildings in Fort Worth, TX 76161 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 $38,650, and $55,150 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($61,800 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 Fort Worth, TX 76161?
For many programs in Fort Worth, TX 76161, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $38,650 a year for 1 person and $55,150 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $61,800 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 Fort Worth, TX 76161?
There is no single waiting list for Fort Worth, TX 76161. 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 Fort Worth, TX 76161?
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. This page lists tax-credit apartments in Fort Worth, TX 76161. Estimate voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
How much rent do you pay for low-income housing in Fort Worth, TX 76161?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Fort Worth, TX 76161, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Fort Worth, TX 76161 is $1,750 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 Fort Worth, TX 76161?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Fort Worth, TX 76161. 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 Fort Worth, TX 76161?
This page may still list buildings in Fort Worth, TX 76161 that accept seniors without being senior-only. Use the filters and call to ask about age set-asides.
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Sources: HUD LIHTC database, 2024 (released Apr 2026); HUD Multifamily Assisted Properties, Oct 2026; HUD Public Housing Developments, Oct 2026. Not affiliated with HUD or USDA. Details can be out of date — confirm with the property before applying.
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