
About This Property
Tarrant County Housing Assistance Office manages 3,126 public housing units throughout Fort Worth and Tarrant County. Both the public housing and Section 8 assistance program waitlists are currently closed. The housing authority administers federally-supported affordable housing programs for eligible residents in the region.
Waitlist Information
All waiting lists for programs administered by this office, including Public Housing, are presently closed.
The waitlist opened on March 14, 2017, and received approximately 15,000 applications. It is anticipated to remain closed for the next seven to eight years, possibly longer. When open, applications are accepted online or directly through a local housing authority. Applicants must keep their contact information updated in writing.
Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org
Updated August 17, 2026
Property Details
Fair Market Rent - Tarrant 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 | $1,266 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,384 |
| 2 Bedroom | $1,617 |
| 3 Bedroom | $2,144 |
| 4 Bedroom | $2,615 |
Income Limits - Tarrant County, TX
Annual income limits by household size used to determine eligibility for affordable housing programs.
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $17,000
- Very Low (50%)
- $28,300
- Low (80%)
- $45,300
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $19,400
- Very Low (50%)
- $32,350
- Low (80%)
- $51,750
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $21,960
- Very Low (50%)
- $36,400
- Low (80%)
- $58,200
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $26,500
- Very Low (50%)
- $40,400
- Low (80%)
- $64,650
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $31,040
- Very Low (50%)
- $43,650
- Low (80%)
- $69,850
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $35,580
- Very Low (50%)
- $46,900
- Low (80%)
- $75,000
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $40,120
- Very Low (50%)
- $50,100
- Low (80%)
- $80,200
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $44,660
- Very Low (50%)
- $53,350
- Low (80%)
- $85,350
| Household | Extremely Low (30%) | Very Low (50%) | Low (80%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Person | $17,000 | $28,300 | $45,300 |
| 2 Persons | $19,400 | $32,350 | $51,750 |
| 3 Persons | $21,960 | $36,400 | $58,200 |
| 4 Persons | $26,500 | $40,400 | $64,650 |
| 5 Persons | $31,040 | $43,650 | $69,850 |
| 6 Persons | $35,580 | $46,900 | $75,000 |
| 7 Persons | $40,120 | $50,100 | $80,200 |
| 8 Persons | $44,660 | $53,350 | $85,350 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent for affordable housing in Fort Worth, TX?+
The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for Tarrant County, TX is: $1266 (Studio), $1384 (1BR), $1617 (2BR), $2144 (3BR), $2615 (4BR). Actual rent at subsidized properties like Tarrant County Housing Assistance Office is typically 30% of household income or less.
How many units does Tarrant County Housing Assistance Office have?+
Tarrant County Housing Assistance Office has a total of 3126 housing units.
How do I apply for housing at Tarrant County Housing Assistance Office?+
Tarrant County Housing Assistance Office is a Housing Authority property. To apply, you can start by calling 8175317654, 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 Tarrant County, TX?+
For a 4-person household in Tarrant County, TX, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $26,500, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $40,400, Low Income (80% AMI): $64,650. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.
Is there a waitlist for Tarrant County Housing Assistance Office?+
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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