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Qualifying For HUD Housing Section 8 Vouchers In Bastrop, TX

HUD Housing eligibility is determined by the Bastrop County Public Housing Authority.

Income may not exceed 50% of the median income from the table below. The Housing Authority must provide 75 percent of vouchers to those whose income does not exceed 30% of the median income listed below.

HUD Income Limits 2024 in Bastrop, TX.

HUD Designated Metro Area: Income Limits

2024Median Family Income2024 Yearly Income Limit2024 Yearly Income Limit - Person(s) in Family
Income LimitsCategory12345
Bastrop County, TX$126,000Very Low Income (50%)$44,100$50,400$56,700$63,000$68,050
Extremely Low Income (30%)$26,500$30,250$34,050$37,800$40,850
Low Income (80%) $68,500$78,250$88,050$97,800$105,650

Bastrop County Public Housing Authorities

We have listed all of the housing authorities in Bastrop County. Using the chart above, if you qualify as low income (Very Low Income OR Extremely Low Income), we recommend that you visit your local housing authority. They should be your first stop for housing and rental assistance programs.
1. To get on the waiting list for Public Housing and Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8), visit the links provided below to the closest Bastrop County housing authority to your city in your city.
2. You can also visit the Housing Authority for other low income housing programs with rent assistance.

Public Housing Eligibility

To be eligible for public housing, households must meet the following requirements:
1. Have an income that is below a certain level.
2. Be a U.S. citizen or a legal permanent resident.
3. Have a demonstrated need for housing assistance.

Public housing tenants pay rent based on their income. The rent is typically set at 30% of the household's monthly income.
If you are interested in learning more about public housing, or if you think you may be eligible, you can contact your local housing authority (lsted above). The Public Housing Authority can provide you with information on the application process and help you determine if you are eligible for public housing assistance.

Elgin Housing Authority TX

515 Old Mcdade Rd # 100
Elgin, TX - 78621
Bastrop County
Website: https://www.haelgin.org/
Phone Number: (512) 281-2772

Bastrop Housing Authority

502 Farm Street
Bastrop, TX - 78602
Bastrop County
Phone Number: (512) 321-3398

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HUD Housing Low Income Tax Credit (LIHTC) Properties In Bastrop, TX

Listed below are the Section 42, LIHTC apartments in Bastrop, TX. LIHTC apartment rents are not based on the tenants income. Income credit set aside brackets are selected during the apartment credit applications are used to determine the apartment rents.

The rents are based upon the Area Medium Income (AMI) and tenant based utility allowances. At least 20% of these apartments (listed below), must provide these low rates for low-income tenants.

HUD housing LIHTC Eligibility Requirements

Income: Households must earn below a certain income level, which is set by the HUD and varies by location. In general, households must earn below 60% of the area median income (AMI) to be eligible for LIHTC housing.
Citizenship or residency status: Households must be U.S. citizens or legal permanent residents.
Need for housing assistance: Households must have a demonstrated need for housing assistance. This means that they must be unable to afford housing on their own.

In addition to the above requirements, some LIHTC properties may have additional eligibility requirements, such as age restrictions or preferences for certain types of households (e.g., families with children, veterans, etc.).

To determine if you are eligible for LIHTC housing, you can contact your local housing authority (listed above) or search for LIHTC properties (listed below).

LIHTC Maximum Rents

The maximum allowable rents are equal to 30% of the Area Medium Income (AMI), less the utility allowances.

HUD Fair Market Rents for Bastrop, TX Bastrop County

Apartment SizeHUD's Monthly Fair Market Rent For AreaLIHTC Maximum Rent
Studio Apartments$1519Estimated $455.70 - utility allowance
One Bedroom Apartments$1635Estimated $490.50 - utility allowance
Two Bedroom Apartments$1924Estimated $577.20 - utility allowance
Three Bedroom Apartments$2470Estimated $741.00 - utility allowance


Available LIHTC Properties In Bastrop, TX

Using the table above you can estimate what you would be paying by checking the LIHTC Maximum Rent section.

Contact these properties for openings and wait lists and price lists.

Bastrop Oak Grove

1910 Wilson Street
Bastrop, TX - 78602
Total Apartment Units: 48
Total Apartment Low Income Apartments: 48
1 Bedroom apartments 12
2 Bedroom apartments 36
Family Apartments: YES
Senior Apartments: YES
Disabled Apartments: YES
Accepts Homeless: YES

Preserve At Hunters Crossing

210 Hunters Crossing Blvd.
Bastrop, TX - 78602
Total Apartment Units: 140
Total Apartment Low Income Apartments: 140
Family Apartments: YES
Senior Apartments: YES
Disabled Apartments: YES
Accepts Homeless: YES

Bastrop Village Oaks Apartments

1910 Wilson St
Bastrop, TX - 78602
Total Apartment Units: 27
Total Apartment Low Income Apartments: 27
1 Bedroom apartments 8
2 Bedroom apartments 19
Years In Service Since: 1991

Bastrop Village Oaks Apartments Ii

1910 Wilson St
Bastrop, TX - 78602
Total Apartment Units: 20
Total Apartment Low Income Apartments: 20
1 Bedroom apartments 4
2 Bedroom apartments 16
Years In Service Since: 1991

Settlement Estates Senior Housing

149 Settlement Dr
Bastrop, TX - 78602
Total Apartment Units: 70
Total Apartment Low Income Apartments: 70
1 Bedroom apartments 32
2 Bedroom apartments 38
Years In Service Since: 1999

Riverwood Commons

440 Old Austin Hwy
Bastrop, TX - 78602
Total Apartment Units: 36
Total Apartment Low Income Apartments: 36
Years In Service Since: 2013


HUD Housing Section 8 and Multifamily Properties in Bastrop, TX

The US Department of Housing and Urban Development provides active listings of Section 8 and Multifamily apartments. We have listed them below for you to contact. Check with them to see if they have current availabilities and/or waiting lists. With Section 8 properties, you will need a voucher. Contact the Bastrop County Public Housing Authorities, listed at the top of this page.

Eligibility for HUD Housing Section 8, you must meet the following requirements:

Income: Your income must be below a certain level, which is set by the HUD and varies by location. In general, households must earn below 50% of the area median income (AMI) to be eligible for Section 8 housing.
Citizenship or residency status: You must be a U.S. citizen or legal permanent resident.
Need for housing assistance: You must have a demonstrated need for housing assistance. This means that you must be unable to afford housing on your own.

In addition to the above requirements, some Section 8 programs may have additional eligibility requirements, such as age restrictions or preferences for certain types of households (e.g., families with children, veterans, etc.).

To determine if you are eligible for Section 8 housing, you can contact your local Public Housing Authority (listed above). The Public Housing Authorities can provide you with information on the application process and help you determine if you are eligible for Section 8 assistance.

Tips To Get In To Section 8 Housing:

Local Rules: Each local housing authority has different rules around Section 8. Decide where you want to live and find the housing authorities in charge of those neighborhoods.
Applying for a Voucher: Contact your local Public Housing Agency (PHA) to apply for a voucher. They can tell you if they’re currently accepting new applicants and provide application details.
Payment Standards: Section 8 doesn’t specify a fixed dollar amount for rent assistance. Instead, the PHA sets a payment standard based on local housing market rates.

Piney Creek North Apts

2110 Main St
Bastrop, TX - 78602
Phone: 512 321-3398
Total Apartment Units: 30
Type of Listing: Subsidized, No HUD Financing

Bastrop Oak Grove

1910 Wilson St
Bastrop, TX - 78602
Phone: 512-321-7933
Total Apartment Units: 48
Type of Listing: Subsidized, No HUD Financing


About our Data

Our data is collected from the US Department of Housing and Urban Development data along with computations based on their rules on apartments/housing.

How does HUD housing work in TX?

You must qualify for the HUD apartments in the area you are searching. Then, you need to apply directly at the location or through the Public Housing Authority.