About This Property
The City of Mesquite Housing Office operates 1,502 public housing units in Mesquite, Texas, within Dallas County. Both the public housing and Section 8 waitlists are currently closed. This housing authority provides rental assistance and affordable housing options to eligible residents in the Mesquite area.
Waitlist Information
No current information found.
The waiting list is currently closed with no scheduled date for reopening. When last open, a random lottery system was used, and preferences included families terminated from the HCV program due to insufficient funding, working families, veteran families, elderly (age 62+), disabled, and homeless. Eligibility requires annual gross income not exceeding 50% of the area median income, with 75% of vouchers for those not exceeding 30%. Applicants must be at least 18 and meet criteria for criminal activity, alcohol abuse, tenancy history, and utility payment history.
Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org
Updated May 9, 2026
Property Details
Fair Market Rent - Dallas County, TX
FMR represents the estimated amount needed to cover rent and utilities for a moderately-priced unit in this area.
| Bedrooms | FMR |
|---|---|
| Studio/Efficiency | $1,426 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,500 |
| 2 Bedroom | $1,758 |
| 3 Bedroom | $2,212 |
| 4 Bedroom | $2,847 |
Income Limits - Dallas County, TX
Annual income limits by household size used to determine eligibility for affordable housing programs.
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $18,700
- Very Low (50%)
- $31,150
- Low (80%)
- $49,850
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $21,400
- Very Low (50%)
- $35,600
- Low (80%)
- $57,000
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $24,050
- Very Low (50%)
- $40,050
- Low (80%)
- $64,100
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $26,700
- Very Low (50%)
- $44,500
- Low (80%)
- $71,200
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $31,040
- Very Low (50%)
- $48,100
- Low (80%)
- $76,900
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $35,580
- Very Low (50%)
- $51,650
- Low (80%)
- $82,600
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $40,120
- Very Low (50%)
- $55,200
- Low (80%)
- $88,300
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $44,660
- Very Low (50%)
- $58,750
- Low (80%)
- $94,000
| Household | Extremely Low (30%) | Very Low (50%) | Low (80%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Person | $18,700 | $31,150 | $49,850 |
| 2 Persons | $21,400 | $35,600 | $57,000 |
| 3 Persons | $24,050 | $40,050 | $64,100 |
| 4 Persons | $26,700 | $44,500 | $71,200 |
| 5 Persons | $31,040 | $48,100 | $76,900 |
| 6 Persons | $35,580 | $51,650 | $82,600 |
| 7 Persons | $40,120 | $55,200 | $88,300 |
| 8 Persons | $44,660 | $58,750 | $94,000 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent for affordable housing in Mesquite, TX?+
The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for Dallas County, TX is: $1426 (Studio), $1500 (1BR), $1758 (2BR), $2212 (3BR), $2847 (4BR). Actual rent at subsidized properties like City of Mesquite Housing Office is typically 30% of household income or less.
How many units does City of Mesquite Housing Office have?+
City of Mesquite Housing Office has a total of 1502 housing units.
Is there a waitlist for City of Mesquite Housing Office?+
Public Housing waitlist is currently Closed. Section 8 (HCV) waitlist is currently Closed. Waitlist status can change frequently, so check back regularly or contact the housing authority directly for the most up-to-date information.
What are the income limits for affordable housing in Dallas County, TX?+
For a 4-person household in Dallas County, TX, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $26,700, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $44,500, Low Income (80% AMI): $71,200. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.
How do I apply for housing at City of Mesquite Housing Office?+
City of Mesquite Housing Office is a Housing Authority property. To apply, you can start by calling 9722166427, or visiting their website, or contacting the property management office. You may need to submit an application and be placed on a waitlist. Eligibility is typically based on income, family size, and other factors.
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