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Oaks Apts

605 1st St, Orange, TX, 77630

Information verified April 18, 2026·We re-check waiting list status daily

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About This Property

Oaks Apts comprises 200 low-income units in Orange, TX, with a unit mix of 28 one-bedroom, 122 two-bedroom, and 50 three-bedroom apartments. The property was placed in service in 1998 and utilizes 9% LIHTC financing. The community offers a range of floor plans to accommodate households of varying sizes.

Waitlist Information

Waitlist managed by Housing Authority City of Orange

Public Housing Waitlist
Closed
Apply: Online

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.

Last verified April 14, 2026
Section 8 (HCV) Waitlist
Closed
Apply: Online

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.

Last verified April 14, 2026

Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org

Updated April 17, 2026

Property Details

Total Units
200
1 Bedroom
28
2 Bedroom
122
3 Bedroom
50

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.

BedroomsFMR
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.

1 Person
Extremely Low (30%)
$13,850
Very Low (50%)
$23,050
Low (80%)
$36,900
2 Persons
Extremely Low (30%)
$17,420
Very Low (50%)
$26,350
Low (80%)
$42,150
3 Persons
Extremely Low (30%)
$21,960
Very Low (50%)
$29,650
Low (80%)
$47,400
4 Persons
Extremely Low (30%)
$26,500
Very Low (50%)
$32,900
Low (80%)
$52,650
5 Persons
Extremely Low (30%)
$31,040
Very Low (50%)
$35,550
Low (80%)
$56,900
6 Persons
Extremely Low (30%)
$35,580
Very Low (50%)
$38,200
Low (80%)
$61,100
7 Persons
Extremely Low (30%)
$40,120
Very Low (50%)
$40,800
Low (80%)
$65,300
8 Persons
Extremely Low (30%)
$43,450
Very Low (50%)
$43,450
Low (80%)
$69,500

Tax Credit Program Details

Year Placed in Service
1998
LIHTC Credit Type
9%
Low-Income Units
200 / 200

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 Oaks Apts is typically 30% of household income or less.

What size apartments are available at Oaks Apts?+

Oaks Apts offers the following unit types: 28 One-Bedroom, 122 Two-Bedroom, 50 Three-Bedroom units, for a total of 200 units.

What is the price range for apartments in Orange, TX?+

Based on Fair Market Rent for Orange County, the estimated price range is: 1-bedroom: $932, 2-bedroom: $1126, 3-bedroom: $1470. Actual rent at Oaks Apts may be lower for income-eligible households.

Is there a waitlist for Oaks 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.

How do I apply for housing at Oaks Apts?+

Oaks 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.

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.

Who manages Oaks Apts?+

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

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Walk
32
Bike

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Location

Orange County, TX

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