Public HousingWaitlist Closed

Sweetwater

Name: Sweetwater
Address: 7909 S Sam Houston Pkwy E, Houston, TX, 77075, US
Telephone: 7132600500

7909 S Sam Houston Pkwy E, Houston, TX, 77075

Information verified July 21, 2026·We re-check waiting list status daily

About This Property

Sweetwater is a public housing development in Houston, TX featuring 24 units, including 5 accessible units. The property serves Harris County residents and provides affordable rental housing options. This development operates as part of the public housing program.

Waitlist Information

Waitlist managed by Houston Housing Authority

Public Housing Waitlist

Closed

The public housing waitlists, which recently opened 'this summer' of 2026, are now closed after receiving approximately 56,000 applications for eight properties. A random lottery will select 10,000 applicants to be added to the waitlists.

Last verified July 8, 2026

Section 8 (HCV) Waitlist

Closed

The Housing Choice Voucher waitlist last opened in 2016 with a 30,000-name lottery, and preferences included homeless and transition age youth aging out of foster care. Approximately 18,000+ households remaining on the 2016 list were required to re-register in the new Rent Cafe portal by June 2, 2025.

Last verified February 12, 2026

Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org

Updated July 21, 2026

Property Details

Total Units

Accessible Units

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 Sweetwater is typically 30% of household income or less.

How many units does Sweetwater have?+

Sweetwater has a total of 24 housing units.

Is there a waitlist for Sweetwater?+

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 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 Sweetwater?+

Sweetwater 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.

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