Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Gillett, TX 78116
No income-restricted buildings are listed in 78116 — here are the closest ones.
No income-restricted buildings are listed in Gillett, TX 78116. 1 income-restricted building is listed nearby (within about 14 miles). These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
Closest to 78116
4th Street Homes
300 N Washington Ave Apt 26, Nixon, TX 78140
11.6 mi away
33 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Nixon Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 2 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
- Several buildings — call for addresses
Parkwood Apts
114 W 10th St, Nixon, TX 78140
12.2 mi away
24 units · 1–3 BR
- 5 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Smiley Housing Authority
401 Billings St, Smiley, TX 78159
13.7 mi away
17 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Smiley Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 17 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Runge Apts
1200 N Goliad St, Runge, TX 78151
14.5 mi away
32 units · 1–2 BR
- 6 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Unnamed
Runge, TX 78151
14.9 mi away
50 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Runge Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 1 month to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
- Several buildings — call for addresses
Senior Citizens Apts.
701 W Jackson St Apt 17, Stockdale, TX 78160
16.2 mi away
29 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Stockdale Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 8 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Yorktown Housing Development
406 N Eckhardt St, Yorktown, TX 78164
16.5 mi away
52 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Yorktown Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 4 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Paisano Apts
600 W. 3rd. Street, Karnes City, TX 78118
18.1 mi away
20 units · 2 BR
- 1 vacant unit reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Sam S Swierc
311 S Panna Maria St, Falls City, TX 78113
18.3 mi away
8 units
- Apply through Falls City Housing Authority
Savannahpark of Karnes City
905 S. Panna Maria, Karnes City, TX 78118
18.5 mi away
24 units · 1–2 BR
- 1 vacant unit reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Bluebonnet Square
101 Evans Ave, Kenedy, TX 78119
19.9 mi away
72 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Kenedy Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 8 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Town Oaks of Kenedy
120 Water St, Kenedy, TX 78119
21.4 mi away
48 units · 1–3 BR
- 2 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 78116
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,150/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $46,000/yr
Income limits (2026)
Karnes County, TX area · median family income $86,000. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $18,100 | $30,100 | $48,200 |
| 2 | $21,640 | $34,400 | $55,050 |
| 3 | $27,320 | $38,700 | $61,950 |
| 4 | $33,000 | $43,000 | $68,800 |
| 5 | $38,680 | $46,450 | $74,350 |
| 6 | $44,360 | $49,900 | $79,850 |
| 7 | $50,040 | $53,350 | $85,350 |
| 8 | $55,720 | $56,800 | $90,850 |
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 | 78116 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $810 | $819 |
| 1 bedroom | $880 | $872 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,150 | $1,143 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,430 | $1,393 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,690 | $1,683 |
Wider area = Karnes County, TX. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 4 nearby ZIPs range from $1,020 (78159) to $1,160 (78143).
Census figures for 78116 (2020–2024 average): Median household income $88,700 (uncertain estimate). 0% of homes are rented.
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 78116's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 78116Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Gillett, TX 78116?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Gillett, TX 78116, 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 Gillett, TX 78116 have openings?
These lists for Gillett, TX 78116 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 Gillett, TX 78116?
Use the phone number on each building card in Gillett, TX 78116. 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 Gillett, TX 78116?
In Gillett, TX 78116, 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 78116?
No income-restricted buildings are listed in ZIP 78116 right now. 1 nearby buildings are shown on this page. Call to confirm openings.
Is there affordable housing near 78116?
Yes — this page also lists 1 income-restricted building in ZIP codes near Gillett, TX 78116 (within about 14 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Gillett, TX 78116?
Most income-restricted buildings in Gillett, TX 78116 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 $30,100, and $43,000 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($48,200 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 Gillett, TX 78116?
For many programs in Gillett, TX 78116, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $30,100 a year for 1 person and $43,000 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $48,200 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 Gillett, TX 78116?
There is no single waiting list for Gillett, TX 78116. 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 Gillett, TX 78116?
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 Gillett, TX 78116?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Gillett, TX 78116, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Gillett, TX 78116 is $1,150 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 Gillett, TX 78116?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Gillett, TX 78116. 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 Gillett, TX 78116?
This page may still list buildings in Gillett, TX 78116 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; 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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