Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Stafford, TX 77497
No income-restricted buildings are listed in 77497 — here are the closest ones.
No income-restricted buildings are listed in Stafford, TX 77497. 46 income-restricted buildings are listed nearby (within about 6 miles). These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
Closest to 77497
The 20 closest of 46 in nearby ZIPs. Pick a ZIP below to see all of them.
The Miramonte
Moore Road (Between Court Rd & 5th St), Stafford, TX 77477
1.1 mi away
124 units · 87 income-restricted · People with disabilities · People experiencing homelessness
Miramonte Single Living
Moore Road (Between Court Rd & 5th St), Stafford, TX 77477
1.1 mi away
68 units · 55 income-restricted · People with disabilities · People experiencing homelessness
Hometowne at Missouri City
10014 S Sam Houston Pkwy W, Houston, TX 77071
2.2 mi away
108 units · 1–2 BR · People with disabilities · People experiencing homelessness
Meadows Place Senior Village
12221 S Kirkwood Rd, Meadows Place, TX 77477
2.6 mi away
182 units · 146 income-restricted · 1–2 BR
Jubilee at Texas Parkway
S Side of Texas Pkwy, W of Turtle Creek Dr, Missouri City, TX 77489
3 mi away
90 units · 71 income-restricted
Gala at Texas Parkway
W Side of Texas Pkwy, S of Cartwright, Missouri City, TX 77489
3 mi away
93 units · 82 income-restricted
Verdin Square
Nwq McHard Road and Moffett Lane aka 4331 Fm 2234 Parcel a, Missouri City, TX 77489
3 mi away
96 units · 87 income-restricted · People with disabilities · People experiencing homelessness
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Briargate
15915 Rosebriar Dr, Missouri City, TX 77489
3.7 mi away
1 unit · 3 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Villas at Bayou Park Apartments
10955 Kipp Way, Houston, TX 77099
3.9 mi away
18 units · 1–2 BR · People with disabilities
Creekbend Gardens
8106 Creekbend Dr, Houston, TX 77071
4 mi away
80 units · 79 income-restricted · 1 BR
Edison Lofts
7100 W. Fuqua Dr., Missouri City, TX 77489
4.1 mi away
126 units · 107 income-restricted · People with disabilities · People experiencing homelessness
Bayou Glen Apartments
11810 South Glen Drive, Houston, TX 77099
4.2 mi away
44 units · 43 income-restricted · 1 BR
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 77497
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,900/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $76,000/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 | 77497 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,560 | $1,233 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,600 | $1,261 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,900 | $1,497 |
| 3 bedrooms | $2,560 | $2,017 |
| 4 bedrooms | $3,180 | $2,502 |
Wider area = Houston-The Woodlands-Sugar Land, TX. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 12 nearby ZIPs range from $1,160 (77031) to $2,160 (77479).
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 77497's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 77497Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Stafford, TX 77497?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Stafford, TX 77497, 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 Stafford, TX 77497 have openings?
These lists for Stafford, TX 77497 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 Stafford, TX 77497?
Use the phone number on each building card in Stafford, TX 77497. 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 Stafford, TX 77497?
In Stafford, TX 77497, 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 77497?
No income-restricted buildings are listed in ZIP 77497 right now. 46 nearby buildings are shown on this page. Call to confirm openings.
Is there affordable housing near 77497?
Yes — this page also lists 46 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Stafford, TX 77497 (within about 6 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Stafford, TX 77497?
Most income-restricted buildings in Stafford, TX 77497 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 Stafford, TX 77497?
For many programs in Stafford, TX 77497, 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 Stafford, TX 77497?
There is no single waiting list for Stafford, TX 77497. 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 Stafford, TX 77497?
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 Stafford, TX 77497?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Stafford, TX 77497, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Stafford, TX 77497 is $1,900 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 Stafford, TX 77497?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Stafford, TX 77497. 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 Stafford, TX 77497?
This page may still list buildings in Stafford, TX 77497 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. Not affiliated with HUD or USDA. Details can be out of date — confirm with the property before applying.
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