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About Bastrop Housing Authority
Bastrop Housing Authority, located in Bastrop, Bastrop County, Texas (PHA Code: TX259), provides affordable housing assistance to eligible low-income families. The authority manages approximately 76 assisted housing units, which include 50 Public Housing units and 26 Housing Choice Vouchers.
The Bastrop Housing Authority offers assistance through its Public Housing, Housing Choice Voucher (HCV), and Project-Based Voucher (PBV) programs. All waiting lists for these programs are currently closed and are not accepting new applications.
For a family of four, the current Very Low Income limit for eligibility is $66,900 per year, which aligns with the Austin-Round Rock-San Marcos, TX Metropolitan Statistical Area. Potential applicants should monitor the authority's announcements for any future changes in waitlist status.
Other Programs
3 programsThese programs are administered by this housing authority but do not have active waitlist openings at this time. Statuses are verified nightly and subscribers will be notified when changes are detected.
The Housing Choice Voucher program is also referred to as Section 8. Applications are accepted at 502 Farm Street, Bastrop, TX 78602.
Piney Creek North is a project-based Section 8 New Construction program. The waiting list is closed.
All BHA Wait Lists will close Friday, February 24, 2023 at 4:30 pm.
Official Application
Contact Bastrop Housing Authority directly at (512) 321-3398 to request an application. Applications are always free — never pay anyone to apply on your behalf.
Contact the housing authority directly for application information.
WARNING: DO NOT PAY ANYONE TO APPLY FOR HOUSING
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Important Notices
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Waiting lists can close without notice once a specific number of applications is reached.
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Ensure your contact information is always up to date with the PHA to avoid being removed from the list.
How to Apply at Bastrop Housing Authority
Check Current Status
All 3 waiting lists at Bastrop Housing Authority are currently closed. Lists typically open with short notice — sometimes as little as 48 hours. The status at the top of this page is updated nightly.
Gather Required Documents
For Section 8 voucher programs at Bastrop Housing Authority, you will typically need: government-issued photo ID for all adult household members, Social Security cards for all members, birth certificates for minors, proof of income (pay stubs, tax returns, benefit letters), and proof of current address. For a family of four, income must be below $66,900/year to qualify in this area. Having these ready before the waitlist opens can make the difference between getting on the list and missing the window.
Submit Your Application
Contact Bastrop Housing Authority directly at (512) 321-3398 to request an application. Applications are always free — never pay anyone to apply on your behalf.
After You Apply
Once accepted onto the waiting list at Bastrop Housing Authority, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Bastrop Housing Authority manages approximately 76 assisted housing units (26 Section 8, 50 Public Housing), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Bastrop. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Bastrop Housing Authority
HCV Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) closed
The Housing Choice Voucher program at Bastrop Housing Authority provides rental assistance that allows you to choose any privately-owned rental unit that meets program requirements. You pay approximately 30% of your adjusted monthly income toward rent, and the voucher covers the remainder up to the Fair Market Rent for Bastrop. This program serves approximately 26 households. Vouchers are portable — you can take them with you if you move to a different city or state.
PBV Project-Based Voucher closed
Project-Based Vouchers at Bastrop Housing Authority are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Bastrop. Unlike the standard Housing Choice Voucher, PBV assistance stays with the property — not with you. However, after one year of occupancy, you may request a standard portable voucher. PBV waitlists often move faster because fewer applicants know about them.
Public Housing Public Housing closed
Public Housing units at Bastrop Housing Authority are owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Rent is set at 30% of your adjusted monthly income. Bastrop Housing Authority manages approximately 50 Public Housing units in Bastrop. You may request a transfer to other Public Housing developments but cannot use this benefit at private rental properties.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What are the income limits for Bastrop Housing Authority?
Bastrop Housing Authority Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Bastrop Housing Authority are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Austin-Round Rock-San Marcos, TX MSA. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $66,900. Limits are set annually by HUD and vary by household size.
| Household Size | Extremely Low 30% AMI |
Very Low 50% AMI |
Low Income 80% AMI |
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| 1 Person | $28,150 | $46,850 | $72,950 |
| 2 Persons | $32,150 | $53,550 | $83,400 |
| 3 Persons | $36,150 | $60,250 | $93,800 |
| 4 Persons | $40,150 | $66,900 | $104,200 |
| 5 Persons | $43,400 | $72,300 | $112,550 |
| 6 Persons | $46,600 | $77,650 | $120,900 |
| 7 Persons | $49,800 | $83,000 | $129,250 |
| 8 Persons | $54,150 | $88,350 | $137,550 |
What do these income limits mean?
Extremely Low Income (30% AMI) — Households earning at or below 30% of the Area Median Income. This is the threshold for the lowest-income tier of assistance. Many housing authorities give preference to applicants at this level.
Very Low Income (50% AMI) — The standard eligibility threshold for Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers and most Public Housing programs. Your household income must be at or below this limit to qualify.
Low Income (80% AMI) — Some programs, including Project-Based Vouchers and certain local initiatives, use this higher threshold. Check with this housing authority for specific program requirements.
Nearby Housing Authorities
Applying to multiple housing authorities increases your chances of receiving assistance. These PHAs are closest to Bastrop Housing Authority — including across state lines.