How much does affordable housing cost in Pflugerville?

It depends on the program. Voucher holders typically pay around 30% of their adjusted household income toward rent, with the voucher covering the rest up to a payment standard set by the housing authority. Income-restricted (non-voucher) units usually set rent at a fixed rate based on a percentage of the area median income, which can range widely depending on unit size and the specific program funding the property.

How long is the wait for Section 8 or affordable units in this area?

Waitlists vary a lot by property and program. Some LIHTC complexes have units available within weeks if they have vacancies, while voucher waitlists through the housing authority can run months to over a year depending on demand and funding. It's worth calling multiple properties and asking directly about current waitlist status rather than assuming.

What documents do I need to apply?

Most properties ask for proof of income (pay stubs, benefit award letters, or tax returns), photo ID, Social Security numbers for household members, and rental history or references. Voucher holders also need their voucher paperwork from the housing authority. Get the exact list from each property since requirements differ slightly.

How do I judge whether an affordable complex is well-run?

Ask how quickly maintenance requests get handled, whether the property has passed recent inspections, and how the office communicates about recertification deadlines. Talking to current residents in person, if possible, tells you more than the leasing office tour will.

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Affordable & Section 8 Housing in Pflugerville, TX

A guide to Pflugerville's 26 affordable and Section 8 housing options, what to check before applying, and how to find a place that fits your budget.

Finding affordable housing in Pflugerville

Affordable and Section 8 housing covers apartment communities that accept Housing Choice Vouchers, offer income-restricted units, or price rent below the market rate for the area. In Pflugerville, that means a mix of complexes near the Toll 130 corridor, along Pecan Street, and in neighborhoods closer to Round Rock and northeast Austin, all working with the local housing authority or state and federal programs like Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) properties.

We track 26 properties in this category, and they're not interchangeable. Some cap rent at a fixed percentage of your income and require annual recertification. Others have a set number of income-restricted units mixed in with market-rate apartments, so availability can shift month to month. Before you apply anywhere, confirm whether the property actually accepts vouchers (not all "affordable" listings do), ask what documentation they need for income verification, and find out if there's a waitlist and how long it typically runs.

Beyond price, look at unit condition, how responsive the management office is to maintenance requests, and whether the complex has a history of passing housing quality inspections without major issues. Our ranked guide to Pflugerville apartment complexes factors in maintenance responsiveness, management communication, and resident feedback over time, which matters more here than in market-rate housing since you're often locked into a lease with fewer easy exit options. See our methodology for how we weigh those factors.

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All affordable & section 8 housing in Pflugerville, TX, ranked by score and relevance

We found 27 businesses offering affordable & section 8 housing in Pflugerville, TX; 25 met the criteria for the scored directory. The order weighs each business's overall score by how much of its reviewed work is affordable & section 8 housing, so a lower-scored specialist can rank above a higher-scored generalist.

Enclave Falcon Pointe Apartments

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Residents consistently praise the maintenance team's speed, the leasing staff's attentiveness (especially Savannah and Phoenix), and a quiet, well-maintained property steps from HEB, parks, and Pflugerville Lake. The main friction appears at move-out: one long-term resident reports security deposit deductions without supporting evidence, and minor upkeep gaps in common amenities (workout equipment, grills, pool-guest enforcement) stand out against otherwise strong operations. Concierge services, a bark park, and frequent community events draw families and pet owners. Staff turnover concerns do not surface; named team members like Zarria, Savannah, and Phoenix appear consistently praised over months, suggesting stability in customer-facing roles.

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