Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Houston, TX 77243
No income-restricted buildings are listed in 77243 — here are the closest ones.
No income-restricted buildings are listed in Houston, TX 77243. 67 income-restricted buildings are listed nearby (within about 5 miles). These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
Closest to 77243
The 20 closest of 67 in nearby ZIPs. Pick a ZIP below to see all of them.
Dominion Square Apts
1001 Pinemont Dr, Houston, TX 77018
0.9 mi away
136 units
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Fountains at Tidwell
2303 W Tidwell Rd, Houston, TX 77091
1.1 mi away
188 units · 141 income-restricted
Avenue on 34th
2136 W. 34th St, Houston, TX 77018
1.2 mi away
70 units · 56 income-restricted · People with disabilities · People experiencing homelessness
Acres Homes Gardens Apartments
1909 W Little York Rd, Houston, TX 77091
2.1 mi away
15 units · 14 income-restricted · 1 BR · People with disabilities
Yale Village
5671 Yale St, Houston, TX 77076
2.1 mi away
250 units · 1–4+ BR · People with disabilities · People experiencing homelessness
Independent Heights
109 E Whitney St, Houston, TX 77022
2.2 mi away
63 units · 62 income-restricted · 1 BR
Independence Heights Apartments
302 Crosstimbers St, Houston, TX 77022
2.3 mi away
154 units · 1–3 BR · People with disabilities · People experiencing homelessness
- Apply through Houston Housing Authority
Little York Villas
3111 W Little York Rd, Houston, TX 77091
2.4 mi away
128 units · 103 income-restricted · 2–3 BR
Inwood Terrace
7050 Inwood Park Dr, Houston, TX 77088
2.5 mi away
60 units · 3–4+ BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Lincoln Park Apartments
790 W Little York Rd, Houston, TX 77091
2.6 mi away
250 units · 200 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Houston Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 95 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Pepper Tree Apartments
5900 Antoine Dr, Houston, TX 77091
2.6 mi away
250 units · 1–2 BR · People with disabilities · People experiencing homelessness
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 77243
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,470/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $58,800/yr
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 | 77243 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,210 | $1,233 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,240 | $1,261 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,470 | $1,497 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,980 | $2,017 |
| 4 bedrooms | $2,460 | $2,502 |
Wider area = Houston-The Woodlands-Sugar Land, TX. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 12 nearby ZIPs range from $1,140 (77037) to $2,250 (77007).
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 77243's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 77243Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Houston, TX 77243?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Houston, TX 77243, 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 77243 have openings?
These lists for Houston, TX 77243 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 77243?
Use the phone number on each building card in Houston, TX 77243. 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 77243?
In Houston, TX 77243, 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 77243?
No income-restricted buildings are listed in ZIP 77243 right now. 67 nearby buildings are shown on this page. Call to confirm openings.
Is there affordable housing near 77243?
Yes — this page also lists 67 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Houston, TX 77243 (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 77243?
Most income-restricted buildings in Houston, TX 77243 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 77243?
For many programs in Houston, TX 77243, 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 77243?
There is no single waiting list for Houston, TX 77243. 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 77243?
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 Houston, TX 77243?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Houston, TX 77243, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Houston, TX 77243 is $1,470 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 77243?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Houston, TX 77243. 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 77243?
This page may still list buildings in Houston, TX 77243 that accept seniors without being senior-only. Use the filters and call to ask about age set-asides.
Nearby ZIP codes
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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