Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Houston, TX 77020
6 affordable buildings in 77020 · 41 more within 5 mi
Houston, TX 77020 has 6 income-restricted buildings: 4 tax credit, 2 public housing, 1 Section 8, and 1 senior. 41 more are listed within 5 miles. These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
In 77020
Kelly Village
3014 Buck St, Houston, TX 77020
270 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Houston Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 42 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Kennedy Place Apartments
3100 Gillespie St, Houston, TX 77020
108 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Houston Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 125 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Pleasant Hill Village
3814 Lyons Ave, Houston, TX 77020
165 units · Studio–2 BR · People experiencing homelessness
No buildings in 77020 match this filter.
Nearby
The 20 closest of 41 in nearby ZIPs. Pick a ZIP below to see all of them.
Canal Lofts
5601 Canal Street, Houston, TX 77011
1.7 mi away
150 units · 100 income-restricted · People with disabilities · People experiencing homelessness
New Hope Housing Avenue J
Swc Avenue J and Engel Street (5220 Avenue J), Houston, TX 77011
1.7 mi away
100 units · People with disabilities · People experiencing homelessness
John Goldberg Apts for Seniors
114 Eastwood St, Houston, TX 77011
1.9 mi away
65 units · 64 income-restricted · 1 BR
Campanile on Commerce
2800 Commerce, Houston, TX 77003
2.3 mi away
120 units · 105 income-restricted · People with disabilities · People experiencing homelessness
Las Villas De Magnolia
7123 Harrisburg Blvd, Houston, TX 77011
2.4 mi away
75 units · 74 income-restricted · 1 BR
Plaza De Magnolia
7310 Sherman St, Houston, TX 77011
2.4 mi away
84 units · 1–3 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Canal Place Apts - Houston
2104 Canal St, Houston, TX 77003
2.5 mi away
200 units · 150 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
Scott Street Lofts
1320 Scott Street, Houston, TX 77003
2.9 mi away
123 units · 98 income-restricted · People with disabilities · People experiencing homelessness
Southlawn at Milby
1810 Milby Street, Houston, TX 77003
3 mi away
110 units · 90 income-restricted · People with disabilities · People experiencing homelessness
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Lockwood South
West of Lockwood Drive & South of Buffalo Bayou at Drennan St, Houston, TX 77003
3 mi away
80 units · 72 income-restricted · People with disabilities · People experiencing homelessness
Fenix Estates
Hussion St. and Winchester St., Houston, TX 77003
3 mi away
200 units · 180 income-restricted
Big Bass Resort Seniors Apartment
9701 Market Street Rd, Jacinto City, TX 77029
3.1 mi away
200 units · 160 income-restricted · 1–2 BR · People with disabilities
Fulton Village Apartments
3300 Elser St Apt 1101, Houston, TX 77009
3.3 mi away
108 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Houston Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 57 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
McKee City Living
600 Block of McKee Street, Houston, TX 77002
3.3 mi away
120 units · 100 income-restricted · People with disabilities · People experiencing homelessness
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 77020
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,050/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $42,000/yr
- Renters in 77020 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 59%
Income limits (2026)
Houston-The Woodlands-Sugar Land, TX area · median family income $104,000. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $21,850 | $36,400 | $58,250 |
| 2 | $25,000 | $41,600 | $66,600 |
| 3 | $28,100 | $46,800 | $74,900 |
| 4 | $33,000 | $52,000 | $83,200 |
| 5 | $38,680 | $56,200 | $89,900 |
| 6 | $44,360 | $60,350 | $96,550 |
| 7 | $50,040 | $64,500 | $103,200 |
| 8 | $55,720 | $68,650 | $109,850 |
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 | 77020 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $860 | $1,233 |
| 1 bedroom | $880 | $1,261 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,050 | $1,497 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,410 | $2,017 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,760 | $2,502 |
Wider area = Houston-The Woodlands-Sugar Land, TX. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 12 nearby ZIPs range from $1,020 (77026) to $2,250 (77002).
Census figures for 77020 (2020–2024 average): median rent $972. Median household income $50,119. 46% of homes are rented. 59% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 26% 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 77020's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 77020Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Houston, TX 77020?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Houston, TX 77020, 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 Houston, TX 77020 have openings?
These lists for Houston, TX 77020 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 Houston, TX 77020?
Use the phone number on each building card in Houston, TX 77020. 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 Houston, TX 77020?
In Houston, TX 77020, 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 77020?
This directory lists 6 income-restricted buildings in Houston, TX 77020. 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 77020?
Yes — this page also lists 41 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Houston, TX 77020 (within about 5 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Houston, TX 77020?
Most income-restricted buildings in Houston, TX 77020 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 $36,400, and $52,000 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($58,250 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 Houston, TX 77020?
For many programs in Houston, TX 77020, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $36,400 a year for 1 person and $52,000 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $58,250 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 Houston, TX 77020?
There is no single waiting list for Houston, TX 77020. 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 Houston, TX 77020?
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 public housing, project-based Section 8, tax-credit apartments in Houston, TX 77020. Estimate voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
How much rent do you pay for low-income housing in Houston, TX 77020?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Houston, TX 77020, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Houston, TX 77020 is $1,050 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 Houston, TX 77020?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Houston, TX 77020. 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 Houston, TX 77020?
Yes — this directory flags senior (often 62+) buildings in Houston, TX 77020. Use the Seniors filter on the list. Age rules vary; call to confirm.
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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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