Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Los Fresnos, TX 78566
4 affordable buildings in 78566 · 18 more within 12 mi
Los Fresnos, TX 78566 has 4 income-restricted buildings: 2 tax credit, 1 public housing, 1 senior, and 1 usda rural. 18 more are listed within 12 miles. These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
In 78566
Hibiscus
100 Hibiscus St, Los Fresnos, TX 78566
38 units · 2–3 BR
- Apply through Los Fresnos Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 1 month to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Raintree Apts
801 S Mesquite, Los Fresnos, TX 78566
32 units · 1–2 BR
- 1 vacant unit reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Los Fresnos Apts
Los Fresnos, TX 78566
32 units · 1–2 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
No buildings in 78566 match this filter.
Nearby
Bahia Palms Apts
1303 Pino Dr, Laguna Vista, TX 78578
5.8 mi away
64 units · 1–2 BR
- 2 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Casitas Lantana
3954 Dana Ave, Brownsville, TX 78526
11.6 mi away
80 units · People with disabilities · People experiencing homelessness
Villa Del Mar
506 Port Rd Apt A, Port Isabel, TX 78578
11.7 mi away
80 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Port Isabel Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 8 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Sundance Meadows
865 Tony's Road, Brownsville, TX 78526
11.8 mi away
122 units · 106 income-restricted · 1–2 BR
Catalon at Paseo De La Resaca
Heritage Trail & Paredes Line Rd, Brownsville, TX 78526
12.7 mi away
128 units · 100 income-restricted · People with disabilities · People experiencing homelessness
Huntington at Paseo De La Resaca
Heritage Trail & Paredes Line Rd, Brownsville, TX 78526
12.7 mi away
132 units · 105 income-restricted · People with disabilities · People experiencing homelessness
Trail Village
NW of Paseo Plaza Blvd., Brownsville, TX 78526
12.7 mi away
48 units · People with disabilities · People experiencing homelessness
Las Villas Del Rio Hondo
310 E Colorado Street, Rio Hondo, TX 78583
13.3 mi away
64 units · 52 income-restricted · People with disabilities · People experiencing homelessness
Casa Del Valle
210 Morning Glory Dr, Rio Hondo, TX 78583
13.4 mi away
30 units · 1–2 BR
- 5 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Rio Hondo Village
1301 S Reynolds, Rio Hondo, TX 78583
13.5 mi away
50 units · 49 income-restricted · 1–4+ BR
Mayorca Villas
West Marcelo Blvd at Jose Marti Blvd, Brownsville, TX 78526
14.2 mi away
120 units · 48 income-restricted
Vista Monterrey
650 Jose Marti Blvd, Brownsville, TX 78526
14.2 mi away
110 units · 10 income-restricted · 1–2 BR
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 78566
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,010/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $40,400/yr
- Renters in 78566 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 62%
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 | 78566 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $800 | $827 |
| 1 bedroom | $860 | $884 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,010 | $1,042 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,370 | $1,393 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,470 | $1,496 |
Wider area = Brownsville-Harlingen, TX. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 4 nearby ZIPs range from $1,010 (78578) to $1,490 (78597).
Census figures for 78566 (2020–2024 average): median rent $891. Median household income $60,187. 25% of homes are rented. 62% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 23% 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 78566's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 78566Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Los Fresnos, TX 78566?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Los Fresnos, TX 78566, 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 Los Fresnos, TX 78566 have openings?
These lists for Los Fresnos, TX 78566 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 Los Fresnos, TX 78566?
Use the phone number on each building card in Los Fresnos, TX 78566. 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 Los Fresnos, TX 78566?
In Los Fresnos, TX 78566, 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 78566?
This directory lists 4 income-restricted buildings in Los Fresnos, TX 78566. 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 78566?
Yes — this page also lists 18 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Los Fresnos, TX 78566 (within about 12 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Los Fresnos, TX 78566?
Most income-restricted buildings in Los Fresnos, TX 78566 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 Los Fresnos, TX 78566?
For many programs in Los Fresnos, TX 78566, 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 Los Fresnos, TX 78566?
There is no single waiting list for Los Fresnos, TX 78566. 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 Los Fresnos, TX 78566?
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 public housing, tax-credit apartments in Los Fresnos, TX 78566. Estimate voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
How much rent do you pay for low-income housing in Los Fresnos, TX 78566?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Los Fresnos, TX 78566, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Los Fresnos, TX 78566 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 Los Fresnos, TX 78566?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Los Fresnos, TX 78566. 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 Los Fresnos, TX 78566?
Yes — this directory flags senior (often 62+) buildings in Los Fresnos, TX 78566. 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; 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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