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Housing Authority of Travis County

Name: Housing Authority of Travis County
Address: 502 E Highland Mall Blvd, Austin, TX, 78752, US
Telephone: 5128548245

502 E Highland Mall Blvd, Austin, TX, 78752

Information verified May 8, 2026·We re-check waiting list status daily·Waitlist data synced 18 hr ago

About This Property

The Housing Authority of Travis County operates 709 units of public housing in Austin, TX. Both the public housing and Section 8 waitlists are currently closed. This housing authority provides rental assistance and housing options to eligible residents in Travis County.

Waitlist Information

Public Housing Waitlist

Closed

Waitlists for affordable housing properties are currently closed and property-specific; eligibility includes checks on income, criminal background, and rental history.

Last verified May 4, 2026

Section 8 (HCV) Waitlist

Closed

Apply: Online

Names are selected from the waiting list randomly as vouchers become available. A random lottery system is used to choose applications for placement onto the HCV waiting list. If not selected, you must resubmit your pre-application when the waitlist opens again.

Last verified February 13, 2026

Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org

Updated May 8, 2026

Property Details

Total Units

709

Fair Market Rent - Travis 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	$1,519
1 Bedroom	$1,635
2 Bedroom	$1,924
3 Bedroom	$2,470
4 Bedroom	$2,840

Income Limits - Travis County, TX

Annual income limits by household size used to determine eligibility for affordable housing programs.

1 Person

Extremely Low (30%): $20,800
Very Low (50%): $34,650
Low (80%): $55,400

2 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $23,750
Very Low (50%): $39,600
Low (80%): $63,300

3 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $26,700
Very Low (50%): $44,550
Low (80%): $71,200

4 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $29,650
Very Low (50%): $49,450
Low (80%): $79,100

5 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $32,050
Very Low (50%): $53,450
Low (80%): $85,450

6 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $35,580
Very Low (50%): $57,400
Low (80%): $91,800

7 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $40,120
Very Low (50%): $61,350
Low (80%): $98,100

8 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $44,660
Very Low (50%): $65,300
Low (80%): $104,450

Household	Extremely Low (30%)	Very Low (50%)	Low (80%)
1 Person	$20,800	$34,650	$55,400
2 Persons	$23,750	$39,600	$63,300
3 Persons	$26,700	$44,550	$71,200
4 Persons	$29,650	$49,450	$79,100
5 Persons	$32,050	$53,450	$85,450
6 Persons	$35,580	$57,400	$91,800
7 Persons	$40,120	$61,350	$98,100
8 Persons	$44,660	$65,300	$104,450

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent for affordable housing in Austin, TX?+

The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for Travis County, TX is: $1519 (Studio), $1635 (1BR), $1924 (2BR), $2470 (3BR), $2840 (4BR). Actual rent at subsidized properties like Housing Authority of Travis County is typically 30% of household income or less.

How many units does Housing Authority of Travis County have?+

Housing Authority of Travis County has a total of 709 housing units.

Is there a waitlist for Housing Authority of Travis County?+

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.

How do I apply for housing at Housing Authority of Travis County?+

Housing Authority of Travis County is a Housing Authority property. To apply, you can start by calling 5128548245, 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.

What are the income limits for affordable housing in Travis County, TX?+

For a 4-person household in Travis County, TX, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $29,650, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $49,450, Low Income (80% AMI): $79,100. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.

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