
About This Property
Hillcrest Apartments comprises 352 units in Mesquite, serving families, elderly, disabled, and homeless populations through 299 low-income units. The property offers a mix of one-, two-, and three-bedroom floor plans, with 58 one-bedroom, 210 two-bedroom, and 84 three-bedroom units available. Placed in service in 2006, the community is financed through 4% Low-Income Housing Tax Credits.
Waitlist Information
Waitlist managed by City of Mesquite Housing Office
The City of Mesquite Housing Office operates 1,502 public housing units, and its waiting list is currently closed. There is no scheduled date for when the application will reopen.
The Mesquite Housing Division's Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) waiting list is currently closed with no scheduled date for reopening. Eligibility is based on income and family definition, limited to U.S. citizens and specific eligible non-citizens, with 75% of vouchers for applicants below 30% of area median income. The last opening on October 17, 2022, selected 2000 applicants by a random lottery system and had preferences for families terminated from HCV due to insufficient funding, working families, veteran families, and homeless individuals.
Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org
Updated September 7, 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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Tax Credit Program Details
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 Hillcrest Apartments is typically 30% of household income or less.
What size apartments are available at Hillcrest Apartments?+
Hillcrest Apartments offers the following unit types: 58 One-Bedroom, 210 Two-Bedroom, 84 Three-Bedroom units, for a total of 352 units.
Is there a waitlist for Hillcrest Apartments?+
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.
Who manages Hillcrest Apartments?+
Hillcrest Apartments is managed by . You can reach them at . Visit their website for more information.
What is the price range for apartments in Mesquite, TX?+
Based on Fair Market Rent for Dallas County, the estimated price range is: 1-bedroom: $1500, 2-bedroom: $1758, 3-bedroom: $2212. Actual rent at Hillcrest Apartments may be lower for income-eligible households.
How do I apply for housing at Hillcrest Apartments?+
Hillcrest Apartments is a Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) property. To apply, you can start by calling , or visiting their website, or contacting the property management office. Contact the property to learn about availability and application requirements. Eligibility is based on income limits set for the area.
Who is eligible to live at Hillcrest Apartments?+
Hillcrest Apartments primarily serves families, elderly residents, persons with disabilities, formerly homeless individuals. All applicants must also meet income eligibility requirements for the area. Contact the property for specific eligibility criteria.
Contact Information
Walk Score
Somewhat Walkable
Nearby Schools
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