Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Hempstead, TX 77445
7 affordable buildings in 77445 · 9 more within 14 mi
Hempstead, TX 77445 has 7 income-restricted buildings: 7 tax credit, 2 senior, and 5 usda rural. 9 more are listed within 14 miles. These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
In 77445
Pine Meadows Apts
20598 Pine Island Rd, Hempstead, TX 77445
60 units · 2 BR
- 20 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Willowchase Apts
1845 5th Street, Hempstead, TX 77445
57 units · 1–2 BR
- 25 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Woodland Estates I
700 Factory Outlet Dr, Hempstead, TX 77445
50 units · 1–2 BR
- 1 vacant unit reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Green Manor Apts
2000 4th Street, Hempstead, TX 77445
40 units · 1–2 BR
- 22 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Waller Co Shady Oak
506 Ellen Powell Dr, Hempstead, TX 77445
40 units · 1–2 BR
- 5 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
No buildings in 77445 match this filter.
Nearby
Pine Meadow Subdivision
Prairie View, TX 77446
4.5 mi away
1 unit · 3 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Oak Bend Apartments
3025 Waller St, Waller, TX 77484
8.3 mi away
56 units · 1–2 BR · People with disabilities · People experiencing homelessness
- 11 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Carriage Crossing
31623 Waller Tomball Rd, Waller, TX 77484
9.3 mi away
80 units · 64 income-restricted
Hamilton Crossing
31600-31700 Block of Waller Tomball Rd, Waller, TX 77484
10.7 mi away
80 units · 64 income-restricted
Park Place Apts
20 S Mechanic St, Bellville, TX 77418
15.3 mi away
40 units · 1–2 BR
- 15 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Unnamed
300 S Thomas St, Bellville, TX 77418
15.6 mi away
34 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Housing Authority of the City of Bellville
- Residents waited about 2 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 77445
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,260/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $50,400/yr
- Renters in 77445 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 35%
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 | 77445 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,040 | $1,233 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,060 | $1,261 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,260 | $1,497 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,700 | $2,017 |
| 4 bedrooms | $2,110 | $2,502 |
Wider area = Houston-The Woodlands-Sugar Land, TX. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 4 nearby ZIPs range from $1,040 (77446) to $1,240 (77426).
Census figures for 77445 (2020–2024 average): median rent $1,171. Median household income $65,909. 36% of homes are rented. 35% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 17% 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 77445's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 77445Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Hempstead, TX 77445?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Hempstead, TX 77445, 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 Hempstead, TX 77445 have openings?
These lists for Hempstead, TX 77445 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 Hempstead, TX 77445?
Use the phone number on each building card in Hempstead, TX 77445. 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 Hempstead, TX 77445?
In Hempstead, TX 77445, 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 77445?
This directory lists 7 income-restricted buildings in Hempstead, TX 77445. 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 77445?
Yes — this page also lists 9 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Hempstead, TX 77445 (within about 14 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Hempstead, TX 77445?
Most income-restricted buildings in Hempstead, TX 77445 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 Hempstead, TX 77445?
For many programs in Hempstead, TX 77445, 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 Hempstead, TX 77445?
There is no single waiting list for Hempstead, TX 77445. 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 Hempstead, TX 77445?
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 Hempstead, TX 77445. Estimate voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
How much rent do you pay for low-income housing in Hempstead, TX 77445?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Hempstead, TX 77445, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Hempstead, TX 77445 is $1,260 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 Hempstead, TX 77445?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Hempstead, TX 77445. 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 Hempstead, TX 77445?
Yes — this directory flags senior (often 62+) buildings in Hempstead, TX 77445. Use the Seniors filter on the list. Age rules vary; call to confirm.
Nearby ZIP codes
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.
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