La Villa, TX Low Income Housing

La Villa, TX Low Income Housing Guide

Qualifying For Low Income Housing in La Villa, TX

How do I qualify for low income housing in La Villa, TX?
To qualify for low income housing in Texas, you must meet the following income requirements:

Your household income must be below 80% of the area median income (AMI). The AMI is updated annually by the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) and varies by county.

You must have a valid Social Security number or Individual Taxpayer Identification Number (ITIN).

You must be a U.S. citizen or a legal immigrant.

In addition to the income requirements, you may also need to meet other eligibility requirements, such as:

- You must not have been evicted from any public housing or Section 8 housing in the past three years.
- You must not have any outstanding felony convictions for drug-related offenses.
- You must not be a registered sex offender.

Types of Low Income Housing in La Villa, TX

There are a variety of low-income housing options available in La Villa, TX, including:
  • Public Housing: Public housing is owned and operated by your area Housing Authority. Public housing units are rented to low-income households at below-market rates.
  • Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers: Section 8 is a federal program that provides rental assistance to low-income households. Vouchers can be used to rent apartments, townhouses, or single-family homes from private landlords.
  • Low Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC): LIHTC is a federal program that provides tax credits to developers who build or renovate affordable housing units. LIHTC units are typically rented at below-market rates.
  • Project-Based Section 8: Project-based Section 8 is a federal program that provides rental assistance to low-income households who live in specific apartment buildings or housing developments.
  • Very Low Income Housing Development (VLID): VLID is a federal program that provides grants to states and local governments to fund the development of affordable housing for low-income households.


In addition to these federal programs, there are also a number of state and local programs that provide low-income housing assistance in La Villa, TX. These programs may offer rental assistance, down payment assistance, or other forms of financial assistance to help low-income households afford housing.

PublicHousing.com puts together our list of properties using the above program listings all on one website.



We display monthly rates for the apartments when possible. Most of subsidized apartments base the rent on income, therefore, you will need to contact the apartment directly for rates. We list all pertinent contact information.

HUD Fair Market Rent For La Villa, Texas - Hidalgo County

Studio Apartments $693
One Bedroom Apartments $877
Two Bedroom Apartments $1,141
Three Bedroom Apartments $1,257

List of Low Income Housing in or near La Villa, TX

Los Laureles Apartments - Edcouch

1100 E Santa Rosa St
Edcouch, TX - 78538
956 262-1562
Los Laureles Apartments is a Family low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Los Laureles Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Hidalgo County
Listing Location: 1.57 miles from La Villa

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Edcouch Housing Authority - Edcouch

209 Pacific Avenue
Edcouch, TX - 78538
(956) 262-2471
Edcouch Housing Authority provides housing assistance to low income residents through the management of programs such as Low Rent Public Housing and the Housing Choice Voucher Program - Section 8. These programs are income based and the eligibility guidelines are set by HUD. There may be waiting lists for rentals or vouchers and at times the lists may close to new applicants based on the size of and length of wait on the lists. If you are in need of housing assistance in the area please contact the Housing Authority directly to obtain more information about eligibility requirements, availability of rentals or vouchers, the status of any waiting lists and their application procedures. ...see full details
Hidalgo County
Listing Location: 2.20 miles from La Villa


La Hacienda Apartments - Elsa

925 N Carlson St
Elsa, TX - 78543
956 262-1231
La Hacienda Apartments is a Family low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact La Hacienda Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Hidalgo County
Listing Location: 3.86 miles from La Villa

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Elsa Housing Authority - Elsa

1004 Live Oak St
Elsa, TX - 78543
(956) 262-1231
Elsa Housing Authority provides housing assistance to low income residents through the management of programs such as Low Rent Public Housing and the Housing Choice Voucher Program - Section 8. These programs are income based and the eligibility guidelines are set by HUD. There may be waiting lists for rentals or vouchers and at times the lists may close to new applicants based on the size of and length of wait on the lists. If you are in need of housing assistance in the area please contact the Housing Authority directly to obtain more information about eligibility requirements, availability of rentals or vouchers, the status of any waiting lists and their application procedures. ...see full details
Hidalgo County
Listing Location: 3.96 miles from La Villa


Santa Rosa Village Apartments - Santa Rosa

Fm 506 N Anzaldua Road
Santa Rosa, TX - 78593
817 529-7300
Santa Rosa Village Apartments is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Santa Rosa Village Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Hidalgo County
Listing Location: 6.85 miles from La Villa

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

La Estancia Apartments - TX - Weslaco

3601 E Mile 8 Rd N
Weslaco, TX - 78599
(956) 514-2900
La Estancia Apartments offers 128 low income two and three bedroom units. This is a Low Income Housing Tax Credit community and will have rent and income restrictions based on the Area Median Income. Apartment Features: Central Air Conditioning Refrigerator Water, Sewer & Trash Included in Rent Range/Oven Garbage Disposal Dishwasher Carpet/Tile Flooring Walk-in Closets Window Coverings Patio/Balcony Community Amenities: Clubhouse Sparkling Swimming Pool Playground On-site Laundry Facility On-site 24-Hour Maintenance On-site Parking Gated Entrance Cats & Dogs Allowed - Max 1 - Max 20 lbs - Breed Restrictions - $300 Deposit Given the demand for low income housing, there may be a waiting list. If this listing is incorrect, please contact us using the form below. ...see full details
Hidalgo County
Listing Location: 8.97 miles from La Villa


Armory Housing Project - Mercedes

101 Armory Rd
Mercedes, TX - 78570
856-559-5000
Armory Housing Project is a Family low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Armory Housing Project for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Hidalgo County
Listing Location: 9.19 miles from La Villa

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Sevilla Apartments - TX - Weslaco

600 N Airport Dr
Weslaco, TX - 78596
(956) 968-9105
Sevilla Apartments offers low income one, two, three and four bedroom units. This is a Low Income Housing community and will have rent and income restrictions based on the Area Median Income. *Given the demand for low income housing, there may be a waiting list. If this listing is incorrect, please contact us using the form below.* ...see full details
Hidalgo County
Listing Location: 9.28 miles from La Villa


Mercedes Affordable Housing Corp - Mercedes

320 S Texas Box 44
Mercedes, TX - 78570

PROVIDE HOUSING FOR LOW INCOME PEOPLE...see full details
Hidalgo County
Listing Location: 10.20 miles from La Villa

Non Profit Apartment

Villas Residencial - Mercedes

334 E 5th St
Mercedes, TX - 78570
956 581-9494
Villas Residencial is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Villas Residencial for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Hidalgo County
Listing Location: 10.31 miles from La Villa

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Tips for Finding Low-Income Housing in La Villa, TX

  • 1. Check with local social service agencies. Many social service agencies offer affordable housing programs or can provide you with information on affordable housing resources in your area.
  • 2. HUD Exchange: The HUD Exchange website provides information on a variety of federal housing programs, including Section 8 and HOME.
  • 3. National Low Income Housing Coalition: The NLIHC website provides information on affordable housing programs and policies at the national and state levels.

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