Housing Authority of the City of Laredo
Laredo, Texas
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About Housing Authority of the City of Laredo
The Housing Authority of the City of Laredo, located in Laredo, Webb County, Texas, manages approximately 2,502 assisted housing units. This portfolio includes 1,738 Section 8 vouchers and 764 Public Housing units, providing essential housing assistance within the Laredo, TX MSA area.
Currently, the Housing Authority is accepting applications for several specific programs. These include Aldo Apartments, Farm Labor, Farm Labor Program, Farm Labor Program Waitlist, Laredo Municipal Housing, Laredo Municipal Housing Waitlist, Other, Other (Municipal Housing), Other Senior Rental Housing, Other Senior Rental Housing Waitlist, and other general programs.
Eligibility for these housing programs typically involves specific income requirements. For instance, a very low-income family of four in the Laredo, TX MSA area must meet an annual income limit of $39,700. Prospective applicants are encouraged to carefully review the detailed requirements for each specific program before applying.
Aldo Apartments Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
Sep 4, 2025
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
Applicants must provide a valid email, Social Security numbers for all household members, and income information for all household persons.
Farm Labor Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
Jan 10, 2025
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
Homeless individuals, veterans, and disabled persons may receive priority in the application process.
View original notice — larha.orgFarm Labor Program Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
Jan 10, 2025
How to Apply
Online, In-person
Additional Notes
The Farm Labor program waiting list is currently open. Applications have been accepted beginning January 10, 2025. Homeless individuals, veterans, and disabled persons may receive priority in the application process. Applicants can apply online or schedule an appointment to complete their applica...
Farm Labor Program Waitlist Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
Jan 10, 2025
How to Apply
Online or schedule appointment
Additional Notes
Homeless individuals, veterans, and disabled persons may receive priority in the application process.
Laredo Municipal Housing Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
Manages Jose A. Flores, Tomas Flores, and Downtown Elderly Apartments, plus Noise Abatement Program homes; no maximum income restrictions.
Laredo Municipal Housing Waitlist Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
This waitlist manages Jose A. Flores, Tomas Flores, and Downtown Elderly Apartments, along with Noise Abatement Program homes; there are no maximum income restrictions.
Other (Aldo Waiting List) Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
Sep 4, 2025
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
Applications are subject to approval prior to being allowed on the waiting list. Eligibility is verified when at the top of the waiting list.
Other (Municipal Housing) Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
This waitlist manages Jose A. Flores, Tomas Flores, and Downtown Elderly Apartments, plus Noise Abatement Program homes with no maximum income restrictions. Homeless individuals, veterans, and disabled persons may receive priority.
Other Senior Housing Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
Jan 10, 2025
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
This Low Rent Elderly waiting list is open for Webb, Zapata, and Dimmit County, Texas.
Other Senior Rental Housing Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
Jan 10, 2025
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
This Low Rent Elderly waiting list is for senior rental housing assistance in Webb, Zapata, and Dimmit County, Texas.
Other Senior Rental Housing Waitlist Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
Jan 10, 2025
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
This Low Rent Elderly waiting list is for senior rental housing assistance in Webb, Zapata, and Dimmit County, Texas.
other Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
Jan 10, 2025
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
This Low Rent Elderly waiting list is for senior rental housing assistance in Webb, Zapata, and Dimmit County.
Other Programs
8 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.
An announcement was made regarding the opening of the Aldo Waiting List on September 4, 2025, but it is currently closed with no indicated future opening.
Limited Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher waiting list only for eligible Foster Youth to Independence Initiative (FYI) applicants.
The Mod-Rehab waiting list was last open for 1-3 Bedroom units for one day in February 2019. Preferences included Homeless, Disabled, Veterans, and Families with Children.
The Mod-Rehab waiting list was last open for 1-3 bedroom units for one day in February 2019, with preferences for homeless, disabled, veterans, and families with children.
The general Section 8 Project-Based Voucher waiting list is currently closed with no announced reopening.
Limited waiting list for eligible Foster Youth to Independence Initiative (FYI) applicants.
This waitlist was for 3 and 4-bedroom apartments at Russell Terrace Apartments. Preferences included homeless, disabled, veterans, and families with children.
No waitlist information currently available for this program.
Status History
Official Application
Apply directly through the official Housing Authority of the City of Laredo portal. Applications are free — never pay anyone to apply on your behalf.
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Contact Information
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 Housing Authority of the City of Laredo
Check Current Status
Housing Authority of the City of Laredo currently has 12 open waiting lists (Aldo Apartments, Farm Labor, Farm Labor Program, Farm Labor Program Waitlist, Laredo Municipal Housing, Laredo Municipal Housing Waitlist, Other (Aldo Waiting List), Other (Municipal Housing), Other Senior Housing, Other Senior Rental Housing, Other Senior Rental Housing Waitlist, other). Application windows can close with little notice, so apply as soon as possible.
Gather Required Documents
For Section 8 voucher programs at Housing Authority of the City of Laredo, 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 $39,700/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
Apply directly through the official Housing Authority of the City of Laredo portal. Applications are free — never pay anyone to apply on your behalf. If applying online, take a screenshot of your confirmation page for your records.
After You Apply
Once accepted onto the waiting list at Housing Authority of the City of Laredo, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Housing Authority of the City of Laredo manages approximately 2,502 assisted housing units (1,738 Section 8, 764 Public Housing), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Laredo. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Housing Authority of the City of Laredo
Aldo Apartments open
The Aldo Apartments program at Housing Authority of the City of Laredo provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Laredo. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Farm Labor open
The Farm Labor program at Housing Authority of the City of Laredo provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Laredo. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Farm Labor Program open
The Farm Labor Program program at Housing Authority of the City of Laredo provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Laredo. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Farm Labor Program Waitlist open
The Farm Labor Program Waitlist program at Housing Authority of the City of Laredo provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Laredo. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Laredo Municipal Housing open
The Laredo Municipal Housing program at Housing Authority of the City of Laredo provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Laredo. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Laredo Municipal Housing Waitlist open
The Laredo Municipal Housing Waitlist program at Housing Authority of the City of Laredo provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Laredo. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Other (Aldo Waiting List) open
The Other (Aldo Waiting List) program at Housing Authority of the City of Laredo provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Laredo. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Other (Municipal Housing) open
The Other (Municipal Housing) program at Housing Authority of the City of Laredo provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Laredo. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Other Senior Housing open
The Other Senior Housing program at Housing Authority of the City of Laredo provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Laredo. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Other Senior Rental Housing open
The Other Senior Rental Housing program at Housing Authority of the City of Laredo provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Laredo. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Other Senior Rental Housing Waitlist open
The Other Senior Rental Housing Waitlist program at Housing Authority of the City of Laredo provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Laredo. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
other open
The other program at Housing Authority of the City of Laredo provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Laredo. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Aldo closed
The Aldo program at Housing Authority of the City of Laredo provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Laredo. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
HCV Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) closed
The Housing Choice Voucher program at Housing Authority of the City of Laredo 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 Laredo. This program serves approximately 1,738 households. Vouchers are portable — you can take them with you if you move to a different city or state.
Mod-Rehab closed
The Mod-Rehab program at Housing Authority of the City of Laredo provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Laredo. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Other closed
The Other program at Housing Authority of the City of Laredo provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Laredo. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
PBV Project-Based Voucher closed
Project-Based Vouchers at Housing Authority of the City of Laredo are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Laredo. 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 Housing Authority of the City of Laredo are owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Rent is set at 30% of your adjusted monthly income. Housing Authority of the City of Laredo manages approximately 764 Public Housing units in Laredo. You may request a transfer to other Public Housing developments but cannot use this benefit at private rental properties.
RAD Rental Assistance Demonstration closed
The Rental Assistance Demonstration program at Housing Authority of the City of Laredo converts Public Housing units to project-based assistance with long-term contracts. RAD units in Laredo maintain the same resident protections as Public Housing while enabling capital improvements to the properties.
Aldo Waiting List closed
The Aldo Waiting List program at Housing Authority of the City of Laredo provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Laredo. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Housing Authority of the City of Laredo Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Housing Authority of the City of Laredo are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Laredo, TX MSA. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $39,700. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Person | $16,700 | $27,800 | $44,450 |
| 2 Persons | $21,150 | $31,800 | $50,800 |
| 3 Persons | $26,650 | $35,750 | $57,150 |
| 4 Persons | $32,150 | $39,700 | $63,500 |
| 5 Persons | $37,650 | $42,900 | $68,600 |
| 6 Persons | $43,150 | $46,100 | $73,700 |
| 7 Persons | $48,650 | $49,250 | $78,750 |
| 8 Persons | $52,450 | $52,450 | $83,850 |
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 Housing Authority of the City of Laredo — including across state lines.