Texas has no single Section 8 list. The Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs runs vouchers in 34 counties, and local housing offices run them everywhere else, each with its own list. Most lists open only for a short window, and many pick names by lottery. Apply only on each office's own website.
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The City of Austin doesn't take rental applications, so you apply to each building. Find the buildings that fit your household with the city's free search tool, then call each one. Two housing offices pick voucher applicants by lottery when their lists open. The federal 2026 very low income limit for the area is $67,200 for four people.
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The Dallas Housing Authority runs Section 8 vouchers in Dallas and six nearby counties. You send a short pre-application online, it stays in DHA's pool for up to 18 months, and DHA picks names by lottery when it has money for more vouchers. Garland, Mesquite, Grand Prairie, Denton and Dallas County keep their own lists.
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The Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs (TDHCA) offers down payment help as a second loan of up to 5% of your mortgage, through approved lenders. You need a 620 credit score, a home buyer class and income under your county's limit. The Texas State Affordable Housing Corporation also offers a grant.
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