Big Wells, TX Low Income Housing

Big Wells, TX Low Income Housing Guide

Qualifying For Low Income Housing in Big Wells, TX

How do I qualify for low income housing in Big Wells, 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 Big Wells, TX

There are a variety of low-income housing options available in Big Wells, 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 Big Wells, 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 Big Wells, Texas - Dimmit County

Studio Apartments $705
One Bedroom Apartments $806
Two Bedroom Apartments $905
Three Bedroom Apartments $1,275

List of Low Income Housing in or near Big Wells, TX

Villa De Reposo - Carrizo Springs

201 W Nopal St
Carrizo Springs, TX - 78834
210 531-0577
Villa De Reposo is a low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Villa De Reposo for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Dimmit County
Listing Location: 17.67 miles from Big Wells

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Crystal City Housing Authority - Crystal City

1600 N 7th Avenue
Crystal City, TX - 78839
(830) 374-3433
Crystal City 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
Dimmit County
Listing Location: 17.73 miles from Big Wells


Carrizo Springs Affordable Housing - Carrizo Springs

207 N 4TH St
Carrizo Springs, TX - 78834
(830) 876-5211
Development Of Affordable Housing Programs And Opportunities For Low Income Families...see full details
Dimmit County
Listing Location: 17.82 miles from Big Wells

Non Profit Apartment

Elena C. Diaz Homes For Special Citizens - Crystal City

114 Casitas Cash Dr
Crystal City, TX - 78839
830 374-2300
Elena C. Diaz Homes For Special Citizens is a Disabled low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Elena C. Diaz Homes For Special Citizens for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Dimmit County
Listing Location: 18.01 miles from Big Wells

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Whispering Trees - Carrizo Springs

Fm Rd 186a Pecan Dr
Carrizo Springs, TX - 78834
830 876-5211
Whispering Trees is a Family low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Whispering Trees for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Dimmit County
Listing Location: 18.28 miles from Big Wells

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Madison Pointe Apartments - Cotulla

200 Mars Dr
Cotulla, TX - 78014
(830) 879-3000
Madison Pointe Apartments offers 76 low income one, two and three bedroom units. This is a Low Income Housing community and will have rent and income restrictions based on the Area Median Income. Hours of Operation: Mon-Fri 8:30 am - 5:30 pm *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
Dimmit County
Listing Location: 21.91 miles from Big Wells


Dilley Housing Authority - Dilley

400 Ann St
Dilley, TX - 78017
(830) 965-1321
Dilley Housing Authority provides housing assistance to low income residents through the management of the areas Housing Choice Voucher Program - Section 8. This program is income based and the eligibility guidelines are set by HUD. There may be waiting lists for these 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 them directly to obtain more information about eligibility requirements, availability of assistance, the status of any waiting lists and their application procedures. ...see full details
Dimmit County
Listing Location: 24.84 miles from Big Wells


Oak Valley Apartments - Dilley

400 Ann St
Dilley, TX - 78017
830 965-1321
Oak Valley Apartments is a Family low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Oak Valley Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Dimmit County
Listing Location: 24.86 miles from Big Wells

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Tips for Finding Low-Income Housing in Big Wells, 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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