Low Income (LIHTC)Waitlist Open

Villas At Willow Springs

1502 S Interstate 35, San Marcos, TX, 78666

Information verified May 29, 2026·We re-check waiting list status daily

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About This Property

Villas At Willow Springs is a 220-unit residential community in San Marcos, Texas, with 135 units designated for low-income households. The property has been in service since 2002 and operates in Hays County.

Waitlist Information

Waitlist managed by San Marcos Housing Authority

Public Housing Waitlist

Open

Apply: Multiple

Applications can be downloaded from the website and submitted in-person to 1201 Thorpe Lane, or requested by phone at 512-353-5058 option 1 for mail. Preferences include applicants who live or work in Hays County. The waiting period can range from 6 months to 3 or more years. The waiting list for 1 and 2-bedroom units was last closed on December 27, 2023, while 3, 4, and 5-bedroom units were open until further notice as of June 2017.

Last verified May 26, 2026

Section 8 (HCV) Waitlist

Closed

The Housing Choice Voucher waiting list is currently closed. It was last open in September 2024 for one day, accepting only 250 in-person applications. Previous preferences included living or working in San Marcos or having accepted a job there, and Public Housing residents displaced by natural disaster.

Last verified February 19, 2026

Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org

Updated May 29, 2026

Property Details

Total Units

220

Fair Market Rent - Hays 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	$1,519
1 Bedroom	$1,635
2 Bedroom	$1,924
3 Bedroom	$2,470
4 Bedroom	$2,840

Income Limits - Hays County, TX

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

1 Person

Extremely Low (30%): $20,800
Very Low (50%): $34,650
Low (80%): $55,400

2 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $23,750
Very Low (50%): $39,600
Low (80%): $63,300

3 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $26,700
Very Low (50%): $44,550
Low (80%): $71,200

4 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $29,650
Very Low (50%): $49,450
Low (80%): $79,100

5 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $32,050
Very Low (50%): $53,450
Low (80%): $85,450

6 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $35,580
Very Low (50%): $57,400
Low (80%): $91,800

7 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $40,120
Very Low (50%): $61,350
Low (80%): $98,100

8 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $44,660
Very Low (50%): $65,300
Low (80%): $104,450

Household	Extremely Low (30%)	Very Low (50%)	Low (80%)
1 Person	$20,800	$34,650	$55,400
2 Persons	$23,750	$39,600	$63,300
3 Persons	$26,700	$44,550	$71,200
4 Persons	$29,650	$49,450	$79,100
5 Persons	$32,050	$53,450	$85,450
6 Persons	$35,580	$57,400	$91,800
7 Persons	$40,120	$61,350	$98,100
8 Persons	$44,660	$65,300	$104,450

Tax Credit Program Details

Year Placed in Service

2002

Low-Income Units

135 / 220

Designations

Qualified Census Tract

Frequently Asked Questions

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

The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for Hays County, TX is: $1519 (Studio), $1635 (1BR), $1924 (2BR), $2470 (3BR), $2840 (4BR). Actual rent at subsidized properties like Villas At Willow Springs is typically 30% of household income or less.

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

For a 4-person household in Hays County, TX, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $29,650, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $49,450, Low Income (80% AMI): $79,100. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.

Who manages Villas At Willow Springs?+

Villas At Willow Springs is managed by . You can reach them at . Visit their website for more information.

Is there a waitlist for Villas At Willow Springs?+

Public Housing waitlist is currently Open. 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 Villas At Willow Springs?+

Villas At Willow Springs 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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