Low Income (LIHTC)Waitlist Closed

Gateway Apts (Austin)

505 Swanee Dr, Austin, TX, 78752

Information verified June 19, 2026·We re-check waiting list status daily

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About This Property

Gateway Apts is a 10-unit affordable housing community in Austin, TX that serves low-income residents. The property was placed in service in 2000 and receives 4% Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) funding.

Waitlist Information

Waitlist managed by Austin Housing Authority

Public Housing Waitlist

Closed

HACA administers one waiting list for the Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) program and 18 waiting lists for its Project-Based Rental Assistance (PBRA), Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) and Public Housing properties. The status of these 18 lists is not explicitly stated as open or closed, but the general context implies they are managed via waiting lists, and the HCV waitlist is explicitly closed.

Last verified June 18, 2026

Section 8 (HCV) Waitlist

Closed

HACA and TDHCA Housing Choice Voucher waitlists are closed. A website is promoting that a Texas Housing Authority has opened its Section 8/Housing Choice Voucher waitlist, but it is neither affiliated with HACA nor TDHCA.

Last verified June 1, 2026

Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org

Updated June 19, 2026

Property Details

Total Units

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.

1 Person

Extremely Low (30%): $20,800
Very Low (50%): $34,650
Low (80%): $55,400

2 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $23,750
Very Low (50%): $39,600
Low (80%): $63,300

3 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $26,700
Very Low (50%): $44,550
Low (80%): $71,200

4 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $29,650
Very Low (50%): $49,450
Low (80%): $79,100

5 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $32,050
Very Low (50%): $53,450
Low (80%): $85,450

6 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $35,580
Very Low (50%): $57,400
Low (80%): $91,800

7 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $40,120
Very Low (50%): $61,350
Low (80%): $98,100

8 Persons

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

Tax Credit Program Details

Year Placed in Service

2000

LIHTC Credit Type

Low-Income Units

10 / 10

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 Gateway Apts (Austin) is typically 30% of household income or less.

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.

Who manages Gateway Apts (Austin)?+

Gateway Apts (Austin) is managed by . You can reach them at .

Is there a waitlist for Gateway Apts (Austin)?+

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 Gateway Apts (Austin)?+

Gateway Apts (Austin) is a Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) property. To apply, you can start by calling , 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.

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