About This Property
Forest Park comprises 228 low-income residential units in Austin, Texas, serving families, elderly residents, disabled individuals, and formerly homeless persons. The community includes 24 one-bedroom, 120 two-bedroom, 72 three-bedroom, and 12 four-bedroom units and has been in operation since 2013. The property is funded through 4% Low-Income Housing Tax Credits.
Waitlist Information
Waitlist managed by Austin Housing Authority
The one-bedroom public housing waiting list is currently closed. Eligibility requires the head of household to be 18 or older or an emancipated minor, total household income below HUD limits, and at least one eligible citizen or non-citizen. Preferences include elderly, disabled, involuntarily displaced, homeless, families with minor children, and residency in Travis, Hays, Bastrop, Caldwell, or Williamson County. This pre-application also covers Project-Based Rental Assistance, Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) and Rental-Assistance Voucher programs.
The Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) waiting list is currently closed. It was last open for one week in September 2018. When open, 2,000 applicants were placed on the waiting list by random lottery with preferences for elderly, disabled, involuntarily displaced, homeless, families with minor children, residents of Travis, Hays, Bastrop, Caldwell, or Williamson County, and current HACA RAD tenants.
Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org
Updated August 20, 2026
Property Details
Fair Market Rent - Travis 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 | $1,519 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,635 |
| 2 Bedroom | $1,924 |
| 3 Bedroom | $2,470 |
| 4 Bedroom | $2,840 |
Income Limits - Travis County, TX
Annual income limits by household size used to determine eligibility for affordable housing programs.
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $20,800
- Very Low (50%)
- $34,650
- Low (80%)
- $55,400
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $23,750
- Very Low (50%)
- $39,600
- Low (80%)
- $63,300
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $26,700
- Very Low (50%)
- $44,550
- Low (80%)
- $71,200
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $29,650
- Very Low (50%)
- $49,450
- Low (80%)
- $79,100
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $32,050
- Very Low (50%)
- $53,450
- Low (80%)
- $85,450
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $35,580
- Very Low (50%)
- $57,400
- Low (80%)
- $91,800
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $40,120
- Very Low (50%)
- $61,350
- Low (80%)
- $98,100
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $44,660
- Very Low (50%)
- $65,300
- Low (80%)
- $104,450
| Household | Extremely Low (30%) | Very Low (50%) | Low (80%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Person | $20,800 | $34,650 | $55,400 |
| 2 Persons | $23,750 | $39,600 | $63,300 |
| 3 Persons | $26,700 | $44,550 | $71,200 |
| 4 Persons | $29,650 | $49,450 | $79,100 |
| 5 Persons | $32,050 | $53,450 | $85,450 |
| 6 Persons | $35,580 | $57,400 | $91,800 |
| 7 Persons | $40,120 | $61,350 | $98,100 |
| 8 Persons | $44,660 | $65,300 | $104,450 |
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Tax Credit Program Details
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent for affordable housing in Austin, TX?+
The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for Travis County, TX is: $1519 (Studio), $1635 (1BR), $1924 (2BR), $2470 (3BR), $2840 (4BR). Actual rent at subsidized properties like Forest Park is typically 30% of household income or less.
What size apartments are available at Forest Park?+
Forest Park offers the following unit types: 24 One-Bedroom, 120 Two-Bedroom, 72 Three-Bedroom, 12 Four-Bedroom units, for a total of 228 units.
Who manages Forest Park?+
Forest Park is managed by . You can reach them at . Visit their website for more information.
Who is eligible to live at Forest Park?+
Forest Park primarily serves families, elderly residents, persons with disabilities, formerly homeless individuals. All applicants must also meet income eligibility requirements for the area. Contact the property for specific eligibility criteria.
How do I apply for housing at Forest Park?+
Forest Park 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 Travis County, TX?+
For a 4-person household in Travis County, TX, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $29,650, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $49,450, Low Income (80% AMI): $79,100. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.
Is there a waitlist for Forest Park?+
Public Housing waitlist is currently Open. 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.
What is the price range for apartments in Austin, TX?+
Based on Fair Market Rent for Travis County, the estimated price range is: 1-bedroom: $1635, 2-bedroom: $1924, 3-bedroom: $2470. Actual rent at Forest Park may be lower for income-eligible households.
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