Port Arthur, TX Low Income Housing

Port Arthur, TX Low Income Housing Guide

Qualifying For Low Income Housing in Port Arthur, TX

How do I qualify for low income housing in Port Arthur, 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 Port Arthur, TX

There are a variety of low-income housing options available in Port Arthur, 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 Port Arthur, 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 Port Arthur, Texas - Jefferson County

Studio Apartments $849
One Bedroom Apartments $1,027
Two Bedroom Apartments $1,343
Three Bedroom Apartments $1,402

List of Low Income Housing in or near Port Arthur, TX

Avery Trace

Avery Trace - Port Arthur

4020 Hwy 365
Port Arthur, TX - 77642
(409) 727-0781
Avery Trace offers 310 low income one, 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. 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
Jefferson County

Sunset Way Apartments - TX

Sunset Way Apartments - TX - Port Arthur

3280 Central Mall Dr
Port Arthur, TX - 77642
(409) 729-3200
Sunset Way Apartments offers 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. *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
Jefferson County

Prince Hall Village

Prince Hall Village - Port Arthur

934 W 14th St
Port Arthur, TX - 77640
409-983-3933
Prince Hall Village is a Family low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Prince Hall Village for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Jefferson County
Are Utilities included in rent? (user reports): Water
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HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

O.w. Collins Apartments

O.w. Collins Apartments - Port Arthur

4440 Gulfway Drive
Port Arthur, TX - 77642
409-982-6441
O.w. Collins Apartments is a low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact O.w. Collins Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Jefferson County
HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Crystal Creek Park Apartments

Crystal Creek Park Apartments - Port Arthur

8101 Honeywood Trail
Port Arthur, TX - 77642
409-727-1684
Crystal Creek Park Apartments is a low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Crystal Creek Park Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Jefferson County
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Apartment Costs (user reports): 400.00
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HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Pebble Creek Apartments

Pebble Creek Apartments - Port Arthur

4261 Jimmy Johnson Blvd
Port Arthur, TX - 77642
409-724-1525
Pebble Creek Apartments is a Family low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Pebble Creek Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Jefferson County
HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Heatherbrook Apartments

Heatherbrook Apartments - Port Arthur

7900 Heatherbrook Trl
Port Arthur, TX - 77642
409-722-6527
Heatherbrook Apartments is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Heatherbrook Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Jefferson County
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Apartment Costs (user reports): 400.00
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HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Villa Main Apartments - Port Arthur

901 Main Ave
Port Arthur, TX - 77642
(409)963-1224
Villa Main Apartments is a Family low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Villa Main Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Jefferson County
HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Louis Manor Apartments - Port Arthur

1300 Joe Louis Ave
Port Arthur, TX - 77640
(409) 982-6313
Louis Manor Apartments is a Family low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Louis Manor Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Jefferson County
HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Stonegate Manor - Port Arthur

4121 Turtle Creek Dr
Port Arthur, TX - 77642
(409) 727-0709
Stonegate Manor is a Family low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Stonegate Manor for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Jefferson County
HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

The Willows - Port Arthur

7924 Willowood Ln
Port Arthur, TX - 77642
(409) 721-5204
The Willows is a Family low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact The Willows for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Jefferson County
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Apartment Costs (user reports): 500
425
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Are Utilities included in rent? (user reports): Water Gas Electric Cable
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HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Rampart Apartments - Port Arthur

1602 Village East Blvd
Port Arthur, TX - 77642
(409) 721-5204
Rampart Apartments is a Family low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Rampart Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Jefferson County
HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Cedar Ridge Apartments - Port Arthur

7601 Ninth Ave
Port Arthur, TX - 77642
409-724-0020
Cedar Ridge Apartments is a Family low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Cedar Ridge Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Jefferson County
HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Tips for Finding Low-Income Housing in Port Arthur, 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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