Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Harlingen, TX 78553
No income-restricted buildings are listed in 78553 — here are the closest ones.
No income-restricted buildings are listed in Harlingen, TX 78553. 34 income-restricted buildings are listed nearby (within about 10 miles). These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
Closest to 78553
The 20 closest of 34 in nearby ZIPs. Pick a ZIP below to see all of them.
Baxter Lofts
106 1/2 South a Street, Harlingen, TX 78550
0.2 mi away
24 units · 19 income-restricted · People with disabilities · People experiencing homelessness
Los Vecinos Homes
702 S M St Apt 121, Harlingen, TX 78550
1 mi away
150 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Harlingen Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 7 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
The Palms Retirement Center, Inc
525 E Davis St, Harlingen, TX 78550
1.6 mi away
64 units · 63 income-restricted · Studio–1 BR
Bonita Park
505 Arroyo Vista Ct Unit A, Harlingen, TX 78550
1.6 mi away
146 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Harlingen Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 16 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Casa De Amigos III
402 E New Hampshire St, Harlingen, TX 78550
1.7 mi away
55 units · Studio–1 BR · People with disabilities
Sunland Country Apartments
502 South Ed Carey Drive, Harlingen, TX 78552
3.1 mi away
166 units · People with disabilities · People experiencing homelessness
Sunquest Apts
23850 Stuart Place Road, Harlingen, TX 78559
4.2 mi away
128 units · 100 income-restricted · People with disabilities
Palmville Homes
1400 N. Reagan Street, San Benito, TX 78586
5.7 mi away
84 units · People with disabilities · People experiencing homelessness
Magnolia Gardens
1280 Victoria St, San Benito, TX 78586
6.1 mi away
8 units
- Apply through San Benito Housing Authority
- Several buildings — call for addresses
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 78553
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,040/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $41,600/yr
Income limits (2026)
Brownsville-Harlingen, TX area · median family income $64,600. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $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 | 78553 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $830 | $827 |
| 1 bedroom | $880 | $884 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,040 | $1,042 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,390 | $1,393 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,490 | $1,496 |
Wider area = Brownsville-Harlingen, TX. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 6 nearby ZIPs range from $1,010 (78586) to $1,220 (78552).
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 78553's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 78553Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Harlingen, TX 78553?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Harlingen, TX 78553, 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 Harlingen, TX 78553 have openings?
These lists for Harlingen, TX 78553 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 Harlingen, TX 78553?
Use the phone number on each building card in Harlingen, TX 78553. 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 Harlingen, TX 78553?
In Harlingen, TX 78553, 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 78553?
No income-restricted buildings are listed in ZIP 78553 right now. 34 nearby buildings are shown on this page. Call to confirm openings.
Is there affordable housing near 78553?
Yes — this page also lists 34 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Harlingen, TX 78553 (within about 10 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Harlingen, TX 78553?
Most income-restricted buildings in Harlingen, TX 78553 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 Harlingen, TX 78553?
For many programs in Harlingen, TX 78553, 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 Harlingen, TX 78553?
There is no single waiting list for Harlingen, TX 78553. 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 Harlingen, TX 78553?
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 Harlingen, TX 78553?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Harlingen, TX 78553, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Harlingen, TX 78553 is $1,040 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 Harlingen, TX 78553?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Harlingen, TX 78553. 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 Harlingen, TX 78553?
This page may still list buildings in Harlingen, TX 78553 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. Not affiliated with HUD or USDA. Details can be out of date — confirm with the property before applying.
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