Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Nordheim, TX 78141
No income-restricted buildings are listed in 78141 — here are the closest ones.
No income-restricted buildings are listed in Nordheim, TX 78141. 3 income-restricted buildings are listed nearby (within about 13 miles). These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
Closest to 78141
Runge Apts
1200 N Goliad St, Runge, TX 78151
5.8 mi away
32 units · 1–2 BR
- 6 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Unnamed
Runge, TX 78151
6 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
Yorktown Housing Development
406 N Eckhardt St, Yorktown, TX 78164
8.7 mi away
52 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Yorktown Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 4 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Bluebonnet Square
101 Evans Ave, Kenedy, TX 78119
14.8 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
16 mi away
48 units · 1–3 BR
- 2 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Savannahpark of Karnes City
905 S. Panna Maria, Karnes City, TX 78118
17.3 mi away
24 units · 1–2 BR
- 1 vacant unit reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Paisano Apts
600 W. 3rd. Street, Karnes City, TX 78118
17.6 mi away
20 units · 2 BR
- 1 vacant unit reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Unnamed
360 N Fort St Unit 1A, Goliad, TX 77963
21.8 mi away
47 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Goliad Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 3 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Fish Pond at Cuero
1219 State Hwy 72 West, Cuero, TX 77954
22.4 mi away
48 units · 44 income-restricted · People with disabilities · People experiencing homelessness
Unnamed
111 N Indianola St, Cuero, TX 77954
23.4 mi away
170 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Cuero Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 3 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Sam S Swierc
311 S Panna Maria St, Falls City, TX 78113
24.4 mi away
8 units
- Apply through Falls City Housing Authority
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 78141
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,150/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $46,000/yr
Income limits (2026)
DeWitt County, TX area · median family income $77,500. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $17,600 | $29,300 | $46,900 |
| 2 | $21,640 | $33,500 | $53,600 |
| 3 | $27,320 | $37,700 | $60,300 |
| 4 | $33,000 | $41,850 | $66,950 |
| 5 | $38,680 | $45,200 | $72,350 |
| 6 | $44,360 | $48,550 | $77,700 |
| 7 | $50,040 | $51,900 | $83,050 |
| 8 | $55,250 | $55,250 | $88,400 |
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 | 78141 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $800 | $916 |
| 1 bedroom | $880 | $921 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,150 | $1,205 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,380 | $1,436 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,690 | $1,736 |
Wider area = DeWitt County, TX. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 4 nearby ZIPs range from $1,150 (78151) to $1,300 (77993).
Census figures for 78141 (2020–2024 average): median rent $771. Median household income $43,553. 12% of homes are rented.
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 78141's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 78141Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Nordheim, TX 78141?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Nordheim, TX 78141, 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 Nordheim, TX 78141 have openings?
These lists for Nordheim, TX 78141 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 Nordheim, TX 78141?
Use the phone number on each building card in Nordheim, TX 78141. 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 Nordheim, TX 78141?
In Nordheim, TX 78141, 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 78141?
No income-restricted buildings are listed in ZIP 78141 right now. 3 nearby buildings are shown on this page. Call to confirm openings.
Is there affordable housing near 78141?
Yes — this page also lists 3 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Nordheim, TX 78141 (within about 13 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Nordheim, TX 78141?
Most income-restricted buildings in Nordheim, TX 78141 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 $29,300, and $41,850 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($46,900 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 Nordheim, TX 78141?
For many programs in Nordheim, TX 78141, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $29,300 a year for 1 person and $41,850 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $46,900 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 Nordheim, TX 78141?
There is no single waiting list for Nordheim, TX 78141. 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 Nordheim, TX 78141?
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 Nordheim, TX 78141?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Nordheim, TX 78141, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Nordheim, TX 78141 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 Nordheim, TX 78141?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Nordheim, TX 78141. 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 Nordheim, TX 78141?
This page may still list buildings in Nordheim, TX 78141 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.
Map loads here…
This ZIPNearbyOpen a pin for the building name.