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“As a single parent, I didn't have time to call 30 apartments. They matched me to a brand-new unit within my budget and near my kid's school.”
Angela M.
Austin Area
City of San Antonio / Bexar County
San Antonio Income Restricted Apartments - Free 48-Hr Match
Free licensed matching, Matches in 24-48 hours. Communities pay us, never you.
★★★★★1,000+ Texas renters helped
TREC License #679806
1,000+ Texas Renters Helped
20+ Years in Texas Real Estate
5 Metros Statewide Coverage
$0 Cost to Renters
The problem we solve
Struggling to Find Open Income Restricted Units in San Antonio?
The affordable housing system in Texas is fragmented across five metros, dozens of housing authorities, and hundreds of communities. Renters get stuck for reasons that have nothing to do with their qualifications.
LIHTC units aren't labeled on listing sites
Zillow, Apartments.com, and Craigslist rarely mark income restricted units or let you filter for them. You end up cold-calling leasing offices.
Waitlists are a black box
You can't tell which lists are open, how long they are, or if the property even took applications this year. No dashboard exists.
AMI limits change every year
HUD and TDHCA publish new numbers each spring, and they vary by metro and household size. Yesterday's qualifier may not qualify today.
Application fees add up fast
Most properties charge $50-$150 per adult, and none are refundable. Applying to five wrong properties can cost you $500-$1,500.
Voucher acceptance is inconsistent
Some properties advertise voucher acceptance but never approve one. Others say no, then process yours if you push. There's no reliable filter.
Income minimums can block fixed-income renters
You may meet the AMI cap but fall below the property's 2x-2.5x rent minimum, especially on SSI, SSDI, or a pension.
LIHTC, Section 8, and Voucher Programs in San Antonio
LIHTC (Tax Credit) Apartments
Below-market rent through federal tax credits, matched across San Antonio.
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Section 8 Voucher Apartments
Filtered for San Antonio communities that actually accept vouchers.
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Public Housing
City of San Antonio / Bexar County public housing options and waitlist guidance.
Learn moreYour 3-Step Path to a Match
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Tell us your basics
Metro, household size, income range, and any voucher, screening, or accessibility needs. Takes about five minutes.
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We check qualification
We match your numbers against current AMI limits by metro and program (30/50/60/80%) and flag which paths fit.
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We pre-screen the fit
We compare your credit, background, and rental history against each community's tenant selection plan before you spend a fee.
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You get current matches
Within 24-48 hours, a list of open communities that fit your budget, program, and household. No closed-list dead ends.
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We coordinate to lease-up
We handle waitlist coordination, follow up on your applications, and rebate your application fee when you're approved and sign.
Free · No Application Fees Wasted
Get Your Free Match Started
Five minutes. No obligation. We handle the outreach so you don't waste application fees.
Why Us
What Sets Our Licensed Team Apart
You could Google every income restricted community in Texas one by one. Or you could tell us your metro, household size, and income once and let a licensed team do the rest.
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Truly Free to Renters
Communities pay our referral fee from their marketing budgets. Your rent is identical whether you use us or apply direct.
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Licensed Texas Team
TREC License #679806 on every page. Verifiable at trec.texas.gov. Brokered under Spirit Real Estate Group, LLC. Not a directory or chatbot.
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Pre-Screening Prevents Wasted Fees
We check your profile against each community's rules before you apply, then rebate your application fee when you're approved and sign.
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Five-Metro Coverage
Austin, San Antonio, Houston, Dallas, and Fort Worth. One team, statewide inventory, current lease-up tracking.
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Honest About Waitlists
We tell you which lists are actually open, realistic wait times, and when a multi-property strategy makes sense. No hype.
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Bilingual English + Spanish
Full intake, matching, and paperwork in English or Spanish. Housing shouldn’t be gate-kept by language.
What Texas Renters Say
Real stories from Texans we've helped find income restricted apartments across the state.
★★★★★
“I was worried about my fixed income as a retiree. They explained the AMI limits in plain English and found a senior community in Dallas that fit.”
Robert W.
Dallas
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“I had a voucher but couldn't find anywhere that would take it. They knew exactly which communities were accepting and handled the coordination.”
Marcus T.
Fort Worth
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“They pre-screened me before I applied anywhere, so I didn't lose a single application fee. When I got approved they even rebated the cost.”
Priscilla R.
San Antonio
Bexar County Affordable Housing Expertise
Income Restricted Apartments connects renters to LIHTC, Section 8, and voucher-friendly communities across the San Antonio metro - a TREC-licensed locator service (#679806) with 20+ combined years of Texas real estate experience.
San Antonio's income restricted inventory divides between Opportunity Home communities (the local housing authority, formerly SAHA) and privately owned LIHTC properties across Bexar County. AMI limits in the San Antonio-New Braunfels MSA run below the Austin metro, so a household that earns just over Austin's threshold often qualifies here at the same AMI tier.
Voucher acceptance is relatively strong across the area. Garden-style apartments and mid-rise communities along Loop 410 and I-35 corridors process Housing Choice Voucher applications routinely. Opportunity Home manages mixed-income developments on the north side near Stone Oak and across the west side, while privately owned LIHTC communities serve renters near the South Texas Medical Center, UTSA, and along US-281. Senior 55+ and 62+ communities are concentrated northwest of downtown.
The San Antonio-New Braunfels MSA extends into Comal County (New Braunfels) and Guadalupe County (Schertz, Converse). We cover Universal City, Leon Valley, Alamo Heights, Selma, Live Oak, and Helotes - the full MSA, not just inside city limits. As of 2026, the metro has both stabilized LIHTC communities and newer lease-ups accepting applications.
How the San Antonio Search Actually Works
San Antonio's affordable inventory splits between Opportunity Home San Antonio (formerly SAHA) properties and privately owned LIHTC communities across Bexar County. AMI limits in the San Antonio-New Braunfels MSA run lower than Austin, so your qualifying income bracket shifts. Our Income Restricted Apartments team pulls current Opportunity Home openings, every LIHTC community accepting applications, and voucher-friendly properties from Stone Oak to the Southside, then matches you to the fastest fit for your household size, income, and screening profile. We also factor in VIA Metropolitan Transit bus access and proximity to Joint Base San Antonio when matching military-connected renters.
Opportunity Home and LIHTC Communities We Cover
Our team works with Opportunity Home mixed-income developments, LIHTC garden-style apartments near Loop 410 and I-35, and mid-rise communities in the Medical Center area. San Antonio also has strong voucher acceptance in many properties, so if you hold a Housing Choice Voucher, we filter for communities that actually process applications. Coverage extends from downtown and the west side to Alamo Heights, Leon Valley, Converse, and New Braunfels. Whether you need a unit near UTSA, Alamo Colleges, or the San Antonio International Airport corridor, we know which properties have current openings as of 2026.
Areas We Cover Around San Antonio
Our San Antonio coverage includes these surrounding areas:
- New Braunfels
- Schertz
- Converse
- Universal City
- Leon Valley
- Alamo Heights
- Stone Oak
- Selma
- Live Oak
- Helotes
Key Landmarks and Transit
- South Texas Medical Center
- The Alamo / Downtown San Antonio
- San Antonio International Airport
- North Star Mall
- UTSA Main Campus
Accessible via I-35, I-10, Loop 410, and US-281, with VIA Metropolitan Transit bus routes connecting neighborhoods across Bexar County.
San Antonio: The Numbers That Matter
1,000+
Texas renters helped
500+
Community tours completed
5
Metros covered statewide
20+
Years combined experience
Income Restricted Apartments San Antonio - Your Questions
What is Opportunity Home San Antonio?
Opportunity Home is San Antonio's housing authority, formerly known as SAHA. They manage public housing and mixed-income communities across Bexar County, with rent typically set at 30% of adjusted gross income. We help you find and apply to their open communities alongside privately owned LIHTC properties.
Are San Antonio income limits lower than Austin's?
Yes. The San Antonio-New Braunfels MSA AMI runs lower than the Austin metro. A household earning $50,000 might qualify at the 60% AMI tier here but not in Austin. We check your household income against the current 2026 AMI tables at intake.
Are there affordable units near the South Texas Medical Center?
Yes. Several LIHTC communities and Opportunity Home properties sit within commuting distance of the South Texas Medical Center on the northwest side. We also cover units near UTSA and along US-281. Tell us your preferred area during intake and we match accordingly.
What areas of the San Antonio metro do you cover?
We cover the full San Antonio-New Braunfels MSA, including Bexar County, New Braunfels, Schertz, Converse, Universal City, Leon Valley, Alamo Heights, Stone Oak, Selma, Live Oak, and Helotes. If you work along Loop 410, I-35, or near Joint Base San Antonio, we match properties that fit your commute.
How are Opportunity Home communities different from LIHTC apartments?
Opportunity Home (formerly SAHA) sets rent at 30% of your adjusted income. LIHTC apartments are privately owned and charge fixed-tier rents based on AMI limits - typically lower than market rate but not income-based. We explain both options in plain language and help you decide which fits your household.
Where can I find income restricted apartments near me in San Antonio?
Availability depends on your income, household size, and screening profile. Income Restricted Apartments tracks every open LIHTC, Opportunity Home, and voucher-friendly community across the San Antonio metro and sends matches within 24 to 48 hours of intake.
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San Antonio Guides & Resources
Local how-tos on AMI limits, open waitlists, and communities accepting applications in San Antonio.
Opportunity Home San Antonio (SAHA) Communities Explained
Opportunity Home San Antonio (formerly SAHA) portfolio, mixed-income developments, how to apply, and how we help.
Read guide →San Antonio AMI Income Limits & Who Qualifies
San Antonio-area AMI income limits by household size with examples so you know if you qualify in San Antonio.
Read guide →Which San Antonio Communities Are Accepting Applications Now
We track open vs. closed and lease-ups in San Antonio, then send you current matches. Ask for today's list, free.
Read guide →San Antonio Waitlists: Which Are Open and How Long
Which San Antonio waitlists open and how long is the wait? SAHA notes and a multi-property strategy so you're not stuck on one closed list.
Read guide →
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