Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Weslaco, TX 78599
8 affordable buildings in 78599 · 42 more within 10 mi
Weslaco, TX 78599 has 8 income-restricted buildings: 2 tax credit, 5 public housing, and 1 usda rural. 42 more are listed within 10 miles. These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
In 78599
Villa Sandoval-Longoria
1104 Lilia Dr, Weslaco, TX 78599
55 units · 2–3 BR
- Apply through Hidalgo County Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 20 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Centerpointe
1010 Ruby Ave, Weslaco, TX 78599
50 units · 3 BR
- Apply through Weslaco Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 10 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
- Several buildings — call for addresses
New Centerpoint
909 Ruby Ave, Weslaco, TX 78599
36 units · 4 income-restricted
- Apply through Weslaco Housing Authority
- Several buildings — call for addresses
El Jardin
3000 Basil Dr, Weslaco, TX 78599
8 units
- Apply through Weslaco Housing Authority
- Several buildings — call for addresses
Northside Apts
1800 N Texas Blvd, Weslaco, TX 78599
289 units · 1–4+ BR
- 33 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
- For farmworker households
No buildings in 78599 match this filter.
Nearby
The 20 closest of 42 in nearby ZIPs. Pick a ZIP below to see all of them.
Sevilla
600 N Airport Dr, Weslaco, TX 78596
3.5 mi away
80 units · 1–4+ BR
- Apply through Weslaco Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 16 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Alta Vista
303 W 6th St Apt 311, Weslaco, TX 78596
4.3 mi away
100 units · 25 income-restricted
- Apply through Weslaco Housing Authority
Weslaco Hills Apartments
2101 West Business 83, Weslaco, TX 78596
4.3 mi away
110 units · 10 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
La Sombra
519 North Main, Donna, TX 78537
4.8 mi away
50 units · 1–2 BR · People with disabilities · People experiencing homelessness
- 1 vacant unit reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Victoria Housing Phase II
Donna, TX 78537
5.3 mi away
10 units · 3–4+ BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Development 1
313 S 8th St, Donna, TX 78537
5.4 mi away
105 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Donna Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 14 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
- Several buildings — call for addresses
Silver Tri-Plex
700 Silver Ave, Donna, TX 78537
5.5 mi away
3 units
- Apply through Donna Housing Authority
Mesa Vista Apartments
1301 S Salinas St Apt 211, Donna, TX 78537
5.6 mi away
76 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Donna Housing Authority
Oak Haven Apartments
513 Frontage Rd, Donna, TX 78537
5.8 mi away
24 units · 1–2 BR · People with disabilities · People experiencing homelessness
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 78599
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,070/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $42,800/yr
- Renters in 78599 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 46%
Income limits (2026)
McAllen-Edinburg-Mission, TX area · median family income $64,000. 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 | 78599 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $840 | $801 |
| 1 bedroom | $850 | $806 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,070 | $1,017 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,370 | $1,305 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,510 | $1,439 |
Wider area = McAllen-Edinburg-Mission, TX. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 8 nearby ZIPs range from $1,010 (78537) to $1,020 (78579).
Census figures for 78599 (2020–2024 average): median rent $1,007. Median household income $58,349. 31% of homes are rented. 46% 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 78599's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 78599Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Weslaco, TX 78599?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Weslaco, TX 78599, 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 Weslaco, TX 78599 have openings?
These lists for Weslaco, TX 78599 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 Weslaco, TX 78599?
Use the phone number on each building card in Weslaco, TX 78599. 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 Weslaco, TX 78599?
In Weslaco, TX 78599, 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 78599?
This directory lists 8 income-restricted buildings in Weslaco, TX 78599. 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 78599?
Yes — this page also lists 42 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Weslaco, TX 78599 (within about 10 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Weslaco, TX 78599?
Most income-restricted buildings in Weslaco, TX 78599 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 Weslaco, TX 78599?
For many programs in Weslaco, TX 78599, 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 Weslaco, TX 78599?
There is no single waiting list for Weslaco, TX 78599. 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 Weslaco, TX 78599?
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 Weslaco, TX 78599. Estimate voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
How much rent do you pay for low-income housing in Weslaco, TX 78599?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Weslaco, TX 78599, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Weslaco, TX 78599 is $1,070 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 Weslaco, TX 78599?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Weslaco, TX 78599. 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 Weslaco, TX 78599?
This page may still list buildings in Weslaco, TX 78599 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.
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