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City of Amarillo

Name: City of Amarillo
Address: 808 S Buchanan St, Amarillo, TX, 79101, US
Telephone: 8063783098

808 S Buchanan St, Amarillo, TX, 79101

Information verified July 30, 2026·We re-check waiting list status daily·Waitlist data synced 21 hr ago

About This Property

This public housing community in Amarillo, TX comprises 1,843 units managed by the local housing authority. The public housing waitlist is currently closed, while the Section 8 waitlist remains open for applicants. The property serves as a source of affordable rental housing for eligible residents in Potter County.

Waitlist Information

Public Housing Waitlist

Open

Apply: Phone

The waiting list is open specifically for 20 elderly and disabled units; families with children, elderly applicants, and disabled individuals may receive priority placement. Apply by calling 806-378-3098.

Last verified February 7, 2026

Section 8 (HCV) Waitlist

Open

Opened August 6, 2025

Apply: Online

Applications are selected via a lottery system with preferences for previous HCV termination, disaster in the upper 26 Texas Panhandle counties, Amarillo residency, homelessness/at-risk with service referral, and VAWA victims. Only one pre-application per family is accepted.

Last verified April 3, 2026

Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org

Updated July 29, 2026

Property Details

Total Units

1843

Fair Market Rent - Potter 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	$754
1 Bedroom	$879
2 Bedroom	$1,082
3 Bedroom	$1,482
4 Bedroom	$1,728

Income Limits - Potter County, TX

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

1 Person

Extremely Low (30%): $15,050
Very Low (50%): $25,050
Low (80%): $40,050

2 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $17,420
Very Low (50%): $28,600
Low (80%): $45,800

3 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $21,960
Very Low (50%): $32,200
Low (80%): $51,500

4 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $26,500
Very Low (50%): $35,750
Low (80%): $57,200

5 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $31,040
Very Low (50%): $38,650
Low (80%): $61,800

6 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $35,580
Very Low (50%): $41,500
Low (80%): $66,400

7 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $40,120
Very Low (50%): $44,350
Low (80%): $70,950

8 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $44,660
Very Low (50%): $47,200
Low (80%): $75,550

Household	Extremely Low (30%)	Very Low (50%)	Low (80%)
1 Person	$15,050	$25,050	$40,050
2 Persons	$17,420	$28,600	$45,800
3 Persons	$21,960	$32,200	$51,500
4 Persons	$26,500	$35,750	$57,200
5 Persons	$31,040	$38,650	$61,800
6 Persons	$35,580	$41,500	$66,400
7 Persons	$40,120	$44,350	$70,950
8 Persons	$44,660	$47,200	$75,550

Frequently Asked Questions

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

The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for Potter County, TX is: $754 (Studio), $879 (1BR), $1082 (2BR), $1482 (3BR), $1728 (4BR). Actual rent at subsidized properties like City of Amarillo is typically 30% of household income or less.

How many units does City of Amarillo have?+

City of Amarillo has a total of 1843 housing units.

Is there a waitlist for City of Amarillo?+

Public Housing waitlist is currently Open. Section 8 (HCV) waitlist is currently Open. Waitlist status can change frequently, so check back regularly or contact the housing authority directly for the most up-to-date information.

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

For a 4-person household in Potter County, TX, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $26,500, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $35,750, Low Income (80% AMI): $57,200. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.

How do I apply for housing at City of Amarillo?+

City of Amarillo is a Housing Authority property. To apply, you can start by calling 8063783098, 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.

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