Affordable & Low-Income Housing in San Antonio, TX 78245
5 affordable buildings in 78245 · 30 more within 9 mi
San Antonio, TX 78245 has 5 income-restricted buildings: 3 tax credit, 2 Section 8, and 3 senior. 30 more are listed within 9 miles. These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
In 78245
Bud OKeefe Village
8634 Garden Brk, San Antonio, TX 78245
19 units · 18 income-restricted · 1 BR · People with disabilities
Medio Springs Ranch Apartments
1530 Marbach Oaks, San Antonio, TX 78245
348 units · 1–3 BR · People with disabilities · People experiencing homelessness
Mesa West
10300 Block of Ingram Road, San Antonio, TX 78245
280 units · People with disabilities · People experiencing homelessness
No buildings in 78245 match this filter.
Nearby
The 20 closest of 30 in nearby ZIPs. Pick a ZIP below to see all of them.
Westcreek Townhomes
1297 W Loop 1604 N, San Antonio, TX 78251
4.1 mi away
220 units · 165 income-restricted · 2–4+ BR
Applewood Ranch
Swc of Us Hwy 90 & Loop 1604, San Antonio, TX 78252
5.7 mi away
317 units · 312 income-restricted · People with disabilities · People experiencing homelessness
Palladium Old Fm 471 W
Old Fm 471 W and Talley Rd, San Antonio, TX 78253
6.8 mi away
321 units · People with disabilities · People experiencing homelessness
Marbach Manor Apts
7203 Marbach Rd, San Antonio, TX 78227
6.8 mi away
123 units · Studio–3 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Freedom Hills Ranch Apartments
6010 Ray Ellison Drive, San Antonio, TX 78242
7.3 mi away
252 units · 1–3 BR · People with disabilities · People experiencing homelessness
The Starling
10148 Culebra Road, San Antonio, TX 78251
7.3 mi away
80 units · 10 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
Easterling Culebra Apartments
9936 Culebra Road, San Antonio, TX 78251
7.5 mi away
90 units · 82 income-restricted
The Scott at Medio Creek
8671 SW Loop 410, San Antonio, TX 78252
7.7 mi away
324 units · People with disabilities · People experiencing homelessness
Culebra Creek
12100 Culebra Rd, San Antonio, TX 78253
7.8 mi away
312 units · People with disabilities · People experiencing homelessness
Villas at Costa Brava
7333 Potranco Rd, San Antonio, TX 78251
8 mi away
240 units · 150 income-restricted · 2–3 BR
Rosemont at Millers Pond
6200 Old Pearsall Rd, San Antonio, TX 78242
8.1 mi away
176 units · 140 income-restricted
The Bristol
Sec of Guilbeau Road and Old Tezel Road, San Antonio, TX 78250
8.5 mi away
96 units · 87 income-restricted · 1–3 BR · People with disabilities · People experiencing homelessness
Castroville Village
1410 Naples St, Castroville, TX 78009
8.9 mi away
40 units · 1–3 BR · People with disabilities · People experiencing homelessness
- 1 vacant unit reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 78245
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,680/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $67,200/yr
- Renters in 78245 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 50%
Income limits (2026)
San Antonio-New Braunfels, TX area · median family income $100,600. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $21,150 | $35,250 | $56,350 |
| 2 | $24,200 | $40,250 | $64,400 |
| 3 | $27,320 | $45,300 | $72,450 |
| 4 | $33,000 | $50,300 | $80,500 |
| 5 | $38,680 | $54,350 | $86,950 |
| 6 | $44,360 | $58,350 | $93,400 |
| 7 | $50,040 | $62,400 | $99,850 |
| 8 | $55,720 | $66,400 | $106,300 |
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 | 78245 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,280 | $1,099 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,390 | $1,196 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,680 | $1,441 |
| 3 bedrooms | $2,170 | $1,864 |
| 4 bedrooms | $2,520 | $2,163 |
Wider area = San Antonio-New Braunfels, TX. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 12 nearby ZIPs range from $1,250 (78227) to $2,160 (78236).
Census figures for 78245 (2020–2024 average): median rent $1,618. Median household income $90,029. 31% of homes are rented. 50% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 25% 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 78245's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 78245Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in San Antonio, TX 78245?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in San Antonio, TX 78245, 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 San Antonio, TX 78245 have openings?
These lists for San Antonio, TX 78245 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 San Antonio, TX 78245?
Use the phone number on each building card in San Antonio, TX 78245. 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 San Antonio, TX 78245?
In San Antonio, TX 78245, 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 78245?
This directory lists 5 income-restricted buildings in San Antonio, TX 78245. 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 78245?
Yes — this page also lists 30 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near San Antonio, TX 78245 (within about 9 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in San Antonio, TX 78245?
Most income-restricted buildings in San Antonio, TX 78245 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 $35,250, and $50,300 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($56,350 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 San Antonio, TX 78245?
For many programs in San Antonio, TX 78245, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $35,250 a year for 1 person and $50,300 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $56,350 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 San Antonio, TX 78245?
There is no single waiting list for San Antonio, TX 78245. 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 San Antonio, TX 78245?
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 project-based Section 8, tax-credit apartments in San Antonio, TX 78245. Estimate voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
How much rent do you pay for low-income housing in San Antonio, TX 78245?
In public housing and most Section 8 in San Antonio, TX 78245, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near San Antonio, TX 78245 is $1,680 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 San Antonio, TX 78245?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in San Antonio, TX 78245. 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 San Antonio, TX 78245?
Yes — this directory flags senior (often 62+) buildings in San Antonio, TX 78245. 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 Multifamily Assisted Properties, 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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