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About Housing Authority of Rockdale
The Housing Authority of Rockdale (PHA Code TX380), located in Rockdale, Milam County, Texas, manages approximately 60 assisted housing units. Currently, all waiting lists for housing assistance are closed. This includes the Public Housing program, which remains closed to new applicants.
The authority may manage various programs such as the Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) program, Mainstream Vouchers, Project-Based Vouchers (PBV), and RAD. Prospective applicants should note the income limits for eligibility; for a family of four, the Very Low Income limit in the Milam County, TX area is $41,300 per year. Applicants cannot apply while waitlists are closed.
Other Programs
5 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.
Preferences were listed on the application; selected applicants were placed on the waiting list by date and time application received, weighed by order of preferences.
Information regarding the Housing Authority of Rockdale (TX380) directly administering a Housing Choice Voucher program is contradictory or not clearly available. One source indicates the agency provides affordable housing through Section 8 but also states it manages 0 Housing Choice Vouchers.
No specific information found regarding the Mainstream Voucher program for the Housing Authority of Rockdale, TX.
No specific information found regarding the Project-Based Voucher (PBV) program for the Housing Authority of Rockdale, TX.
No specific information found regarding the Rental Assistance Demonstration (RAD) program for the Housing Authority of Rockdale, TX.
Status History
Official Application
Contact Housing Authority of Rockdale directly at (512) 446-4180 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 Housing Authority of Rockdale
Check Current Status
All 1 waiting list at Housing Authority of Rockdale 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 Housing Authority of Rockdale, 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 $41,300/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 Housing Authority of Rockdale directly at (512) 446-4180 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 Housing Authority of Rockdale, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Housing Authority of Rockdale manages approximately 60 assisted housing units, and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Rockdale. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Housing Authority of Rockdale
Public Housing Public Housing closed
Public Housing units at Housing Authority of Rockdale are owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Rent is set at 30% of your adjusted monthly income. Housing Authority of Rockdale manages approximately 60 Public Housing units in Rockdale. You may request a transfer to other Public Housing developments but cannot use this benefit at private rental properties.
HCV Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) closed
The Housing Choice Voucher program at Housing Authority of Rockdale 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 Rockdale. Vouchers are portable — you can take them with you if you move to a different city or state.
Mainstream Mainstream Voucher closed
Mainstream Vouchers at Housing Authority of Rockdale are specifically designated for non-elderly individuals with disabilities. These vouchers work like standard HCVs but are reserved for this population and often have separate, shorter waitlists.
PBV Project-Based Voucher closed
Project-Based Vouchers at Housing Authority of Rockdale are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Rockdale. 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.
RAD Rental Assistance Demonstration closed
The Rental Assistance Demonstration program at Housing Authority of Rockdale converts Public Housing units to project-based assistance with long-term contracts. RAD units in Rockdale maintain the same resident protections as Public Housing while enabling capital improvements to the properties.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What are the income limits for Housing Authority of Rockdale?
Housing Authority of Rockdale Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Housing Authority of Rockdale are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Milam County, TX. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $41,300. 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 | $17,400 | $28,950 | $46,300 |
| 2 Persons | $21,150 | $33,050 | $52,900 |
| 3 Persons | $26,650 | $37,200 | $59,500 |
| 4 Persons | $32,150 | $41,300 | $66,100 |
| 5 Persons | $37,650 | $44,650 | $71,400 |
| 6 Persons | $43,150 | $47,950 | $76,700 |
| 7 Persons | $48,650 | $51,250 | $82,000 |
| 8 Persons | $54,150 | $54,550 | $87,300 |
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 Rockdale — including across state lines.