Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Delmita, TX 78536
No income-restricted buildings are listed in 78536 — here are the closest ones.
No income-restricted buildings are listed in Delmita, TX 78536. 3 income-restricted buildings are listed nearby (within about 17 miles). These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
Closest to 78536
La Esperanza Del Rio
315 Butterfly Garden Drive, Rio Grande City, TX 78547
20.7 mi away
60 units · 50 income-restricted
Los Naranjos
210 Eagle Pass Rd, Alton, TX 78573
26.1 mi away
30 units · 1–2 BR
- 1 vacant unit reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
La Casita Del Valle Apts
6547 Fm-1430, Rio Grande City, TX 78582
27.4 mi away
28 units · 1–2 BR
- 3 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
La Mansion De La Joya Apts
611 S Leo Ave, La Joya, TX 78560
27.8 mi away
24 units · 1–2 BR
- 3 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Peridot
2102 Peridot St Apt 1, Edinburg, TX 78541
28 mi away
6 units
- Apply through Edinburg Housing Authority
- Several buildings — call for addresses
Villa De Tabasco 2
945 S Leo Ave Apt 1, La Joya, TX 78560
28.1 mi away
50 units · 3 BR
- Apply through La Joya Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 2 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
- Several buildings — call for addresses
The Towers of Edinburg
201 N 13th Ave, Edinburg, TX 78541
29.4 mi away
100 units · Studio–1 BR
- Apply through Edinburg Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 12 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
- Most residents are 62 or older
Albores
504 N 22nd Ave Apt 35, Edinburg, TX 78541
29.7 mi away
119 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Edinburg Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 9 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 78536
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,010/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $40,400/yr
Income limits (2026)
Starr County, TX area · median family income $38,700. 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 | 78536 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $770 | $771 |
| 1 bedroom | $780 | $775 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,010 | $1,014 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,410 | $1,404 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,480 | $1,471 |
Wider area = Starr County, TX. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 4 nearby ZIPs range from $1,010 (78591) to $1,020 (78563).
Census figures for 78536 (2020–2024 average): Median household income $28,393. 26% 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 78536's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 78536Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Delmita, TX 78536?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Delmita, TX 78536, 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 Delmita, TX 78536 have openings?
These lists for Delmita, TX 78536 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 Delmita, TX 78536?
Use the phone number on each building card in Delmita, TX 78536. 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 Delmita, TX 78536?
In Delmita, TX 78536, 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 78536?
No income-restricted buildings are listed in ZIP 78536 right now. 3 nearby buildings are shown on this page. Call to confirm openings.
Is there affordable housing near 78536?
Yes — this page also lists 3 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Delmita, TX 78536 (within about 17 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Delmita, TX 78536?
Most income-restricted buildings in Delmita, TX 78536 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 Delmita, TX 78536?
For many programs in Delmita, TX 78536, 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 Delmita, TX 78536?
There is no single waiting list for Delmita, TX 78536. 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 Delmita, TX 78536?
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 Delmita, TX 78536?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Delmita, TX 78536, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Delmita, TX 78536 is $1,010 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 Delmita, TX 78536?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Delmita, TX 78536. 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 Delmita, TX 78536?
This page may still list buildings in Delmita, TX 78536 that accept seniors without being senior-only. Use the filters and call to ask about age set-asides.
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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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