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Forest Green Townhomes

Name: Forest Green Townhomes
Address: 8825 Forest Hollow St, Houston, TX, 77078, US
Telephone: 7132600500
Rating: 93

8825 Forest Hollow St, Houston, TX, 77078

Information verified September 28, 2026·We re-check waiting list status daily

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About This Property

Forest Green Townhomes is a public housing development in Houston, TX that contains 7 townhome units, all of which are accessible. The property serves as affordable housing in Harris County.

Waitlist Information

Waitlist managed by Houston Housing Authority

Public Housing Waitlist

Closed

Apply: Multiple

The public housing waitlist lottery for eight specific properties was open from June 22, 2026, to July 6, 2026, and is now closed. Applicants applied online via the RentCafe portal, with assistance available by phone (713-260-0500) or in-person. The lottery aimed to add approximately 10,000 new applicants, who could select up to three preferred properties. Two of the communities, Bellerive and Lyerly, are reserved for seniors aged 62 and older. Income eligibility is generally at or below 80% of the Area Median Income (AMI), with priority often given to households at or below 30% AMI.

Last verified July 8, 2026

Section 8 (HCV) Waitlist

Closed

The Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) waiting list is currently closed with no announced future opening. It last opened in September 2016 for one week. Existing waitlist members were required to re-register in a new system between May 1 and June 2, 2025. Preferences for the last opening included homeless and transition-age youth aging out of foster care, with applicants placed by random lottery.

Last verified February 12, 2026

Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org

Updated September 27, 2026

Property Details

Total Units

Accessible Units

HUD Inspection Score

Excellent

Inspected February 2016

HUD inspects properties on a 0-100 scale. Scores above 60 are considered passing.

Fair Market Rent - Harris 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	$1,073
1 Bedroom	$1,135
2 Bedroom	$1,357
3 Bedroom	$1,792
4 Bedroom	$2,303

Income Limits - Harris County, TX

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

1 Person

Extremely Low (30%): $16,650
Very Low (50%): $27,750
Low (80%): $44,350

2 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $19,000
Very Low (50%): $31,700
Low (80%): $50,700

3 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $21,960
Very Low (50%): $35,650
Low (80%): $57,050

4 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $26,500
Very Low (50%): $39,600
Low (80%): $63,350

5 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $31,040
Very Low (50%): $42,800
Low (80%): $68,450

6 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $35,580
Very Low (50%): $45,950
Low (80%): $73,500

7 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $40,120
Very Low (50%): $49,150
Low (80%): $78,600

8 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $44,660
Very Low (50%): $52,300
Low (80%): $83,650

Household	Extremely Low (30%)	Very Low (50%)	Low (80%)
1 Person	$16,650	$27,750	$44,350
2 Persons	$19,000	$31,700	$50,700
3 Persons	$21,960	$35,650	$57,050
4 Persons	$26,500	$39,600	$63,350
5 Persons	$31,040	$42,800	$68,450
6 Persons	$35,580	$45,950	$73,500
7 Persons	$40,120	$49,150	$78,600
8 Persons	$44,660	$52,300	$83,650

Frequently Asked Questions

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

The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for Harris County, TX is: $1073 (Studio), $1135 (1BR), $1357 (2BR), $1792 (3BR), $2303 (4BR). Actual rent at subsidized properties like Forest Green Townhomes is typically 30% of household income or less.

How many units does Forest Green Townhomes have?+

Forest Green Townhomes has a total of 7 housing units.

What is the HUD inspection score for Forest Green Townhomes?+

Forest Green Townhomes has a HUD inspection score of 93 out of 100, which is considered excellent. HUD inspects subsidized housing properties to ensure they meet minimum health and safety standards. Scores of 60 or above are considered passing.

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

For a 4-person household in Harris County, TX, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $26,500, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $39,600, Low Income (80% AMI): $63,350. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.

How do I apply for housing at Forest Green Townhomes?+

Forest Green Townhomes is a Public Housing property. To apply, you can start by calling 7132600500, 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.

Is there a waitlist for Forest Green Townhomes?+

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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