About This Property
Housing Authority City of Orange provides 1,088 units of public housing in Orange, TX. Both the public housing and Section 8 waitlists are currently closed. The property is administered by the local housing authority.
Waitlist Information
Applicants must be at least 18 years old and have incomes within HUD limits, placed on the waiting list by date and time. Residents must have incomes at or below 80% of Area Median Income.
The waiting list is closed; it last accepted applications for one day on April 1, 2022. Preferences included working/bona fide employment, elderly or disabled (50 points), and Public Housing residents displaced by demolition/disposition (50 points); applications were placed by date and time, weighed by preferences.
Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org
Updated April 17, 2026
Property Details
Fair Market Rent - Orange 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 | $892 |
| 1 Bedroom | $932 |
| 2 Bedroom | $1,126 |
| 3 Bedroom | $1,470 |
| 4 Bedroom | $1,575 |
Income Limits - Orange County, TX
Annual income limits by household size used to determine eligibility for affordable housing programs.
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $13,850
- Very Low (50%)
- $23,050
- Low (80%)
- $36,900
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $17,420
- Very Low (50%)
- $26,350
- Low (80%)
- $42,150
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $21,960
- Very Low (50%)
- $29,650
- Low (80%)
- $47,400
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $26,500
- Very Low (50%)
- $32,900
- Low (80%)
- $52,650
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $31,040
- Very Low (50%)
- $35,550
- Low (80%)
- $56,900
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $35,580
- Very Low (50%)
- $38,200
- Low (80%)
- $61,100
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $40,120
- Very Low (50%)
- $40,800
- Low (80%)
- $65,300
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $43,450
- Very Low (50%)
- $43,450
- Low (80%)
- $69,500
| Household | Extremely Low (30%) | Very Low (50%) | Low (80%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Person | $13,850 | $23,050 | $36,900 |
| 2 Persons | $17,420 | $26,350 | $42,150 |
| 3 Persons | $21,960 | $29,650 | $47,400 |
| 4 Persons | $26,500 | $32,900 | $52,650 |
| 5 Persons | $31,040 | $35,550 | $56,900 |
| 6 Persons | $35,580 | $38,200 | $61,100 |
| 7 Persons | $40,120 | $40,800 | $65,300 |
| 8 Persons | $43,450 | $43,450 | $69,500 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent for affordable housing in Orange, TX?+
The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for Orange County, TX is: $892 (Studio), $932 (1BR), $1126 (2BR), $1470 (3BR), $1575 (4BR). Actual rent at subsidized properties like Housing Authority City of Orange is typically 30% of household income or less.
How many units does Housing Authority City of Orange have?+
Housing Authority City of Orange has a total of 1088 housing units.
How do I apply for housing at Housing Authority City of Orange?+
Housing Authority City of Orange is a Housing Authority property. To apply, you can start by calling 4098835882, 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.
What are the income limits for affordable housing in Orange County, TX?+
For a 4-person household in Orange County, TX, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $26,500, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $32,900, Low Income (80% AMI): $52,650. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.
Is there a waitlist for Housing Authority City of Orange?+
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.
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