About This Property
Housing Authority of Waxahachie provides 104 units of public housing in Waxahachie, TX. Currently, both the public housing waitlist and Section 8 waitlist are closed to new applications. The property serves as a resource for affordable housing in Ellis County.
Waitlist Information
When open, applications are obtained by calling the WHA. Selected applicants are placed on the waiting list by random lottery with no stated preferences.
No current Section 8 waiting lists for Waxahachie as of April 11, 2026. The Housing Authority of Waxahachie does not participate in AffordableHousing.com's common application.
Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org
Updated April 18, 2026
Property Details
Fair Market Rent - Ellis 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 - Ellis 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 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent for affordable housing in Waxahachie, TX?+
The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for Ellis County, TX is: $1426 (Studio), $1500 (1BR), $1758 (2BR), $2212 (3BR), $2847 (4BR). Actual rent at subsidized properties like Housing Authority of Waxahachie is typically 30% of household income or less.
How many units does Housing Authority of Waxahachie have?+
Housing Authority of Waxahachie has a total of 104 housing units.
How do I apply for housing at Housing Authority of Waxahachie?+
Housing Authority of Waxahachie is a Housing Authority property. To apply, you can start by calling 9729375730, 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 Ellis County, TX?+
For a 4-person household in Ellis 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.
Is there a waitlist for Housing Authority of Waxahachie?+
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.
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