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About Port Isabel Housing Authority
The Port Isabel Housing Authority (PHA Code: TX173) serves residents in Port Isabel, Cameron County, Texas. This authority manages approximately 200 assisted housing units, consisting of about 120 Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers (HCV) and 80 Public Housing units. The programs offered include the Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) program and Public Housing.
Currently, all waiting lists for both the HCV program and Public Housing are closed, with the Public Housing waiting list recently updating to a closed status. For a family of four in the Brownsville-Harlingen, TX MSA area, the Very Low Income limit is set at $39,700 per year. The Port Isabel Housing Authority is not accepting new applications at this time.
Other Programs
2 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.
All waiting lists in Port Isabel, TX, are currently closed. Openings for the Housing Choice Voucher Program waitlist will be announced via public notice in the local newspaper and posted on the Port Isabel Housing Authority website. Eligibility is determined by annual gross income, family size, US citizenship or eligible immigration status, and criminal background for adults.
All waiting lists in Port Isabel, TX, are currently closed. To apply for Public Housing assistance, applications must be submitted directly to the housing authority during an open enrollment period. Eligibility depends on annual gross income, age or disability status, and US citizenship or eligible immigration.
Status History
Official Application
Contact Port Isabel Housing Authority directly at (956) 943-2863 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
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 Port Isabel Housing Authority
Check Current Status
All 2 waiting lists at Port Isabel 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 Port Isabel 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 $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
Contact Port Isabel Housing Authority directly at (956) 943-2863 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 Port Isabel Housing Authority, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Port Isabel Housing Authority manages approximately 200 assisted housing units (120 Section 8, 80 Public Housing), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Port Isabel. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Port Isabel Housing Authority
HCV Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) closed
The Housing Choice Voucher program at Port Isabel 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 Port Isabel. This program serves approximately 120 households. Vouchers are portable — you can take them with you if you move to a different city or state.
Public Housing Public Housing closed
Public Housing units at Port Isabel Housing Authority are owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Rent is set at 30% of your adjusted monthly income. Port Isabel Housing Authority manages approximately 80 Public Housing units in Port Isabel. 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 Port Isabel Housing Authority?
Port Isabel Housing Authority Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Port Isabel Housing Authority are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Brownsville-Harlingen, 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 Port Isabel Housing Authority — including across state lines.