Low Income (LIHTC)Waitlist Closed

Padre De Vida Apts

3900 S Ware Rd, McAllen, TX, 78503

Information verified April 17, 2026·We re-check waiting list status daily

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About This Property

Padre De Vida Apts is an apartment community in McAllen, TX offering 179 units in Hidalgo County. The property contains housing options for residents in the McAllen area.

Waitlist Information

Waitlist managed by Mcallen Housing Authority

Public Housing Waitlist

Closed

Opened April 11, 2024

Apply: Online

Limited to low-income families and individuals; eligibility is based on annual gross income, qualifying as elderly, a person with a disability, or as a family, and U.S. citizenship or eligible immigration status. The waitlist last accepted 100 applications.

Last verified February 19, 2026

Section 8 (HCV) Waitlist

Closed

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Serves very low-income families, the elderly, and the disabled. Eligibility is determined by total annual gross income, family size, and U.S. citizenship or eligible immigration status, with local preferences possibly applying. The waitlist last accepted 100 applications on September 14, 2023.

Last verified February 27, 2026

Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org

Updated April 17, 2026

Property Details

Total Units

179

Fair Market Rent - Hidalgo 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	$777
1 Bedroom	$781
2 Bedroom	$977
3 Bedroom	$1,277
4 Bedroom	$1,409

Income Limits - Hidalgo County, TX

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

1 Person

Extremely Low (30%): $12,880
Very Low (50%): $21,350
Low (80%): $34,100

2 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $17,420
Very Low (50%): $24,400
Low (80%): $39,000

3 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $21,960
Very Low (50%): $27,450
Low (80%): $43,850

4 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $26,500
Very Low (50%): $30,450
Low (80%): $48,700

5 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $31,040
Very Low (50%): $32,900
Low (80%): $52,600

6 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $35,350
Very Low (50%): $35,350
Low (80%): $56,500

7 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $37,800
Very Low (50%): $37,800
Low (80%): $60,400

8 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $40,200
Very Low (50%): $40,200
Low (80%): $64,300

Household	Extremely Low (30%)	Very Low (50%)	Low (80%)
1 Person	$12,880	$21,350	$34,100
2 Persons	$17,420	$24,400	$39,000
3 Persons	$21,960	$27,450	$43,850
4 Persons	$26,500	$30,450	$48,700
5 Persons	$31,040	$32,900	$52,600
6 Persons	$35,350	$35,350	$56,500
7 Persons	$37,800	$37,800	$60,400
8 Persons	$40,200	$40,200	$64,300

Tax Credit Program Details

Year Placed in Service

8888

Low-Income Units

0 / 179

Frequently Asked Questions

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

The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for Hidalgo County, TX is: $777 (Studio), $781 (1BR), $977 (2BR), $1277 (3BR), $1409 (4BR). Actual rent at subsidized properties like Padre De Vida Apts is typically 30% of household income or less.

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

For a 4-person household in Hidalgo County, TX, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $26,500, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $30,450, Low Income (80% AMI): $48,700. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.

Is there a waitlist for Padre De Vida Apts?+

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.

Who manages Padre De Vida Apts?+

Padre De Vida Apts is managed by . You can reach them at . Visit their website for more information.

How do I apply for housing at Padre De Vida Apts?+

Padre De Vida Apts 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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