About This Property
The Villas At Pine Lake contains 198 units in Houston, Texas, with 118 designated as low-income housing. The property offers a mix of floor plans including 92 two-bedroom, 84 three-bedroom, and 22 four-bedroom units and has been in service since 1999. This development utilizes 9% Low-Income Housing Tax Credit financing.
Waitlist Information
Waitlist managed by Houston Housing Authority
The waitlist lottery for eight public housing properties will open, allowing applicants to select up to three properties. Two communities, Bellerive and Lyerly, are reserved exclusively for seniors age 62 and older. Early RentCafe account setup is recommended; existing HCV waitlist households can cross-list without a lottery.
The HCV waitlist last opened in September 2016 for approximately one week; existing HCV waitlist households were required to re-register by June 2, 2025. Preferences previously included homeless and transition age youth aging out of foster care.
Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org
Updated June 17, 2026
Property Details
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 The Villas At Pine Lake is typically 30% of household income or less.
What size apartments are available at The Villas At Pine Lake?+
The Villas At Pine Lake offers the following unit types: 92 Two-Bedroom, 84 Three-Bedroom, 22 Four-Bedroom units, for a total of 198 units.
Who manages The Villas At Pine Lake?+
The Villas At Pine Lake is managed by . You can reach them at . Visit their website for more 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.
What is the price range for apartments in Houston, TX?+
Based on Fair Market Rent for Harris County, the estimated price range is: 2-bedroom: $1357, 3-bedroom: $1792. Actual rent at The Villas At Pine Lake may be lower for income-eligible households.
Is there a waitlist for The Villas At Pine Lake?+
Public Housing waitlist is currently Opening Soon and is expected to open for applications soon. 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 The Villas At Pine Lake?+
The Villas At Pine Lake 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.
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