Katy, TX Low Income Housing

Katy, TX Low Income Housing Guide

Qualifying For Low Income Housing in Katy, TX

How do I qualify for low income housing in Katy, 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 Katy, TX

There are a variety of low-income housing options available in Katy, 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 Katy, 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 Katy, Texas - Harris County

Studio Apartments $1,095
One Bedroom Apartments $1,307
Two Bedroom Apartments $1,722
Three Bedroom Apartments $2,226

List of Low Income Housing in or near Katy, TX

Willow Springs - Brookshire

4433 5th St
Brookshire, TX - 77423
361 888-4821
Harris County
Listing Location: 9.04 miles from Katy

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

City Parc at West Oaks Apartments - Houston

3443 Addicks-Clodine Road
Houston, TX - 77082
(281) 497-2001
Harris County
Listing Location: 10.70 miles from Katy


West Oaks Terrace - Houston

15025 Caseta Drive
Houston, TX - 77082
(281) 531-4406
Harris County
Listing Location: 10.72 miles from Katy


Matthew Ridge Apartments - Affordable - Houston

14551 Beechnut St
Houston, TX - 77083
(844) 617-6543
Harris County
Listing Location: 12.87 miles from Katy


Ahepa 29 I II and III - Senior Affordable Living Apartments - Houston

13830 Canyon Hill Drive
Houston, TX - 77083
(281) 236-9286
Harris County
Listing Location: 13.38 miles from Katy

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Ahepa 29 IV - Senior Affordable Living Apartments - Houston

8401 Rustling Leaves Drive
Houston, TX - 77083
(281) 530-0986
Harris County
Listing Location: 13.42 miles from Katy

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Golden Bamboo Village III - Houston

6628 Synott Rd.
Houston, TX - 77083
(832) 328-1986
Harris County
Listing Location: 13.49 miles from Katy


Mueller House Apartments - Cypress

11910 Mueller Cemetery Rd
Cypress, TX - 77429
281-373-9406
Harris County
Listing Location: 14.38 miles from Katy

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Cypress Cottage Apartments - Cypress

11914 Mueller Cemetery Rd
Cypress, TX - 77429
713-373-9404
Harris County
Listing Location: 14.39 miles from Katy

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Brazos Bend Villa - Richmond

2020 Rocky Falls Rd
Richmond, TX - 77469
281-342-5252
Harris County
Listing Location: 14.65 miles from Katy

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Tips for Finding Low-Income Housing in Katy, 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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