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Housing Authority of the City of Huntsville

Name: Housing Authority of the City of Huntsville
Address: 299 Martin Luther King Dr Apt 1, Huntsville, TX, 77320, US
Telephone: 9362940277

299 Martin Luther King Dr Apt 1, Huntsville, TX, 77320

Information verified August 18, 2026·We re-check waiting list status daily·Waitlist data synced 22 hr ago

About This Property

Housing Authority of the City of Huntsville operates 99 public housing units in Huntsville, TX within Walker County. The property currently has closed waitlists for both public housing and Section 8 assistance programs. Interested applicants can contact the housing authority directly for information about future availability and application procedures.

Waitlist Information

Public Housing Waitlist

Open

Opened February 20, 2026

Apply: In-person

Preferences include older adults, low-income families, and individuals with disabilities. The one-bedroom waiting list is currently closed. Selection is by lottery, and there is a 5-year occupancy limit.

Last verified February 21, 2026

Section 8 (HCV) Waitlist

Open

Opened July 13, 2026

Apply: Online

Pre-applications are accepted through the official Housing Authority of the City of Huntsville portal; a direct public URL is not provided without registration. Vouchers are portable, and for a family of four, income must be below $39,700/year to qualify.

Last verified July 16, 2026

Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org

Updated August 17, 2026

Property Details

Total Units

Fair Market Rent - Walker 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	$807
1 Bedroom	$1,035
2 Bedroom	$1,190
3 Bedroom	$1,441
4 Bedroom	$2,019

Income Limits - Walker County, TX

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

1 Person

Extremely Low (30%): $14,250
Very Low (50%): $23,700
Low (80%): $37,900

2 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $17,420
Very Low (50%): $27,050
Low (80%): $43,300

3 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $21,960
Very Low (50%): $30,450
Low (80%): $48,700

4 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $26,500
Very Low (50%): $33,800
Low (80%): $54,100

5 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $31,040
Very Low (50%): $36,550
Low (80%): $58,450

6 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $35,580
Very Low (50%): $39,250
Low (80%): $62,800

7 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $40,120
Very Low (50%): $41,950
Low (80%): $67,100

8 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $44,650
Very Low (50%): $44,650
Low (80%): $71,450

Household	Extremely Low (30%)	Very Low (50%)	Low (80%)
1 Person	$14,250	$23,700	$37,900
2 Persons	$17,420	$27,050	$43,300
3 Persons	$21,960	$30,450	$48,700
4 Persons	$26,500	$33,800	$54,100
5 Persons	$31,040	$36,550	$58,450
6 Persons	$35,580	$39,250	$62,800
7 Persons	$40,120	$41,950	$67,100
8 Persons	$44,650	$44,650	$71,450

Frequently Asked Questions

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

The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for Walker County, TX is: $807 (Studio), $1035 (1BR), $1190 (2BR), $1441 (3BR), $2019 (4BR). Actual rent at subsidized properties like Housing Authority of the City of Huntsville is typically 30% of household income or less.

How many units does Housing Authority of the City of Huntsville have?+

Housing Authority of the City of Huntsville has a total of 99 housing units.

How do I apply for housing at Housing Authority of the City of Huntsville?+

Housing Authority of the City of Huntsville is a Housing Authority property. To apply, you can start by calling 9362940277, 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 Walker County, TX?+

For a 4-person household in Walker County, TX, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $26,500, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $33,800, Low Income (80% AMI): $54,100. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.

Is there a waitlist for Housing Authority of the City of Huntsville?+

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.

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