Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Houston, TX 77044
6 affordable buildings in 77044 · 44 more within 10 mi
Houston, TX 77044 has 6 income-restricted buildings: 4 tax credit, 2 Section 8, and 4 senior. 44 more are listed within 10 miles. These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
In 77044
Chapman Crossings
14741 Chapman Woods Crossings, Houston, TX 77044
110 units · 20 income-restricted · 1–2 BR
Vireo
Swc Tidwell Rd and C.E. King Pkwy, Houston, TX 77044
264 units · People with disabilities · People experiencing homelessness
Enclave at Lake Pointe
12400 N. Lake Houston Pkwy, Houston, TX 77044
132 units · People with disabilities · People experiencing homelessness
Rutherford Park
12433 Tidwell Road, Houston, TX 77044
114 units · 91 income-restricted · People with disabilities · People experiencing homelessness
Chapman Crossings
14741 Chapman Woods Crossing, Houston, TX 77044
102 units · 1–3 BR · People with disabilities · People experiencing homelessness
No buildings in 77044 match this filter.
Nearby
The 20 closest of 44 in nearby ZIPs. Pick a ZIP below to see all of them.
Forest Green Townhomes
8956 Forest Hollow St, Houston, TX 77078
5.6 mi away
100 units
- Apply through Houston Housing Authority
The Standard at Fall Creek
Sec of Fall Creek Preserve Drive and Sam Houston Parkway, Humble, TX 77396
5.7 mi away
120 units · 110 income-restricted
Riverbrook Village
5450 Atascocita Road, Humble, TX 77346
5.7 mi away
110 units · 97 income-restricted · 1–2 BR
Lakecrest Village Apartments
9393 Tidwell Rd, Houston, TX 77078
5.7 mi away
224 units · 2–4+ BR · People with disabilities
Lake Crest Village
9300 Tidwell Rd, Houston, TX 77078
5.8 mi away
224 units · 168 income-restricted · 2–4+ BR
Commons of Grace Senior
9110 Tidwell Rd, Houston, TX 77078
6 mi away
108 units · 86 income-restricted · 1–2 BR
Dyersdale Village Apartments
9700 Mesa Dr, Houston, TX 77078
6.1 mi away
152 units · 32 income-restricted · 2 BR
Crosby Plaza
6616 Fm 2100 Rd, Crosby, TX 77532
6.7 mi away
86 units · 1–3 BR · People with disabilities · People experiencing homelessness
Colony of Humble Apartments
831 Wilson Rd, Humble, TX 77338
7 mi away
200 units · 175 income-restricted · 1–2 BR
Countryside Village Apartment Homes
615 WILSON RD, no.C-II-325-332, Humble, TX 77338
7.2 mi away
182 units · 1–3 BR
Courtyards @ Crosby
304 Krenek, Crosby, TX 77532
7.2 mi away
97 units · 1–3 BR · People with disabilities · People experiencing homelessness
- 3 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
The Hollows
Sec of Wallisville Rd. and Dell Dale St., Channelview, TX 77530
7.4 mi away
192 units · People with disabilities · People experiencing homelessness
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 77044
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,810/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $72,400/yr
- Renters in 77044 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 51%
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 | 77044 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,480 | $1,233 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,530 | $1,261 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,810 | $1,497 |
| 3 bedrooms | $2,430 | $2,017 |
| 4 bedrooms | $3,040 | $2,502 |
Wider area = Houston-The Woodlands-Sugar Land, TX. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 12 nearby ZIPs range from $1,200 (77530) to $1,880 (77346).
Census figures for 77044 (2020–2024 average): median rent $1,577. Median household income $95,000. 24% of homes are rented. 51% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 33% 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 77044's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 77044Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Houston, TX 77044?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Houston, TX 77044, 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 77044 have openings?
These lists for Houston, TX 77044 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 77044?
Use the phone number on each building card in Houston, TX 77044. 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 77044?
In Houston, TX 77044, 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 77044?
This directory lists 6 income-restricted buildings in Houston, TX 77044. 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 77044?
Yes — this page also lists 44 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Houston, TX 77044 (within about 10 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Houston, TX 77044?
Most income-restricted buildings in Houston, TX 77044 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 77044?
For many programs in Houston, TX 77044, 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 77044?
There is no single waiting list for Houston, TX 77044. 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 77044?
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 project-based Section 8, tax-credit apartments in Houston, TX 77044. Estimate voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
How much rent do you pay for low-income housing in Houston, TX 77044?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Houston, TX 77044, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Houston, TX 77044 is $1,810 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 77044?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Houston, TX 77044. 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 77044?
Yes — this directory flags senior (often 62+) buildings in Houston, TX 77044. 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; USDA Rural Development multifamily, Oct 2026. Not affiliated with HUD or USDA. Details can be out of date — confirm with the property before applying.
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