About This Property
Silver Glen offers 160 low-income units in Houston, Texas, with a mix of one-, two-, three-, and four-bedroom floor plans. The property has been in service since 1988 and contains 36 one-bedroom units, 60 two-bedroom units, 60 three-bedroom units, and 4 four-bedroom units.
Waitlist Information
Waitlist managed by Houston Housing Authority
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.
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.
Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org
Updated September 27, 2026
Property Details
HUD Inspection Score
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.
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $16,650
- Very Low (50%)
- $27,750
- Low (80%)
- $44,350
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $19,000
- Very Low (50%)
- $31,700
- Low (80%)
- $50,700
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $21,960
- Very Low (50%)
- $35,650
- Low (80%)
- $57,050
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $26,500
- Very Low (50%)
- $39,600
- Low (80%)
- $63,350
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $31,040
- Very Low (50%)
- $42,800
- Low (80%)
- $68,450
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $35,580
- Very Low (50%)
- $45,950
- Low (80%)
- $73,500
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $40,120
- Very Low (50%)
- $49,150
- Low (80%)
- $78,600
- 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 |
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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 Silver Glen is typically 30% of household income or less.
What size apartments are available at Silver Glen?+
Silver Glen offers the following unit types: 36 One-Bedroom, 60 Two-Bedroom, 60 Three-Bedroom, 4 Four-Bedroom units, for a total of 160 units.
Who manages Silver Glen?+
Silver Glen is managed by . You can reach them at .
Is there a waitlist for Silver Glen?+
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 Silver Glen?+
Silver Glen is a Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) property. To apply, you can start by calling , 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.
What is the HUD inspection score for Silver Glen?+
Silver Glen has a HUD inspection score of 64 out of 100, which is considered adequate. 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.
What is the price range for apartments in Houston, TX?+
Based on Fair Market Rent for Harris County, the estimated price range is: 1-bedroom: $1135, 2-bedroom: $1357, 3-bedroom: $1792. Actual rent at Silver Glen may be lower for income-eligible households.
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