Housing Authority City of Orange
516 Burton Ave, Orange, TX, 77630 · ~1,099 units under management
Fair Market Rent by unit size — Orange, TX (2026)
Figures shown are Fair Market Rent for the county this agency primarily serves — the agency's actual payment standard (typically 90–110% of FMR) may differ. Confirm directly with the agency. Full county data: Orange County
Who this agency serves
Housing Authority City of Orange served 1,019 households across 1,099 units (93% occupied) as of HUD's 2025 Picture of Subsidized Households data. The typical assisted household here has an average of 2.4 people, an average annual income of $15,567, and pays an average of $372 per month toward rent.
- Households served
- 1,019 of 1,099 units
- Avg. household income
- $15,567
- Avg. rent paid by household
- $372
- Avg. household size
- 2.4 people
- Households with children
- 57%
- Head of household 62+
- 16%
- Head of household with a disability
- 27%
- Avg. wait to move in
- 12 months
Unit mix: 25% 1-bedroom, 37% 2-bedroom, 38% 3-bedroom.
Source: HUD's Picture of Subsidized Households, 2025— figures reflect this agency's most recent reporting period across all HUD programs it administers, not just Housing Choice Vouchers.
Public housing inspection scores
HUD conducts physical inspections of public housing developments under the REAC (Real Estate Assessment Center) program. Scores run 0–100: 90+ is High Performer, 60–89 is Standard, below 60 is Troubled. This agency administers 8 developments with an average score of 79 (Standard).
| Development | City | Score | Protocol | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| James Zay Roberts Plaza | Orange | 96 High Performer | NSPIRE | Aug 2025 |
| Velma Jeter | Orange | 88 Standard | NSPIRE | Aug 2025 |
| Whispering Oaks | West Orange | 87 Standard | NSPIRE | Feb 2026 |
| Sikes Road / Willow Bend | Orange | 85 Standard | NSPIRE | Mar 2024 |
| Park Avenue Manor | Orange | 84 Standard | NSPIRE | Aug 2025 |
| Cove Terrace | Orange | 71 Standard | NSPIRE | Aug 2025 |
| Johnson-Chavis Reserve | Orange | 59 Troubled | NSPIRE | Feb 2026 |
| CRAIG & Alexander Homes | Orange | 59 Troubled | NSPIRE | Mar 2024 |
Source: HUD REAC Physical Inspection Scores — data reflects the most recent inspection for each development. See Understanding REAC and NSPIRE inspection scores for methodology details.
Income-restricted housing in Orange, TX
These properties were built or rehabilitated using the federal Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) program and must rent a portion of units below market rate. Many, but not all, accept Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers — contact the property directly to confirm current availability and voucher acceptance.
CITRUS COVE BRIDGE CITY
140 CHARLES AVE., BRIDGE CITY, TX80 income-restricted unitsBuilt 2016Compliance through ~2046SIKES ROAD
4030 SIKES RD, ORANGE, TX70 income-restricted unitsBuilt 2015Compliance through ~2045- Elderly
VELMA JETER
5700 VELMA JETER DR, ORANGE, TX, 7763280 income-restricted units20 1BR, 29 2BR, 26 3BR, 5 4BR+Built 20159% LIHTCCompliance through ~2045 - Elderly
AUBURN SQUARE
2388 N MAIN ST, VIDOR, TX, 7766280 income-restricted unitsBuilt 2012Compliance through ~2042 - Elderly
FOX RUN APTS (2012 BOND)
2600 ALLIE PAYNE RD, ORANGE, TX, 7763270 income-restricted units22 1BR, 28 2BR, 16 3BR, 4 4BR+Built 2012Compliance through ~2042 WHISPERING OAKS
816 MEMPHIS ST, WEST ORANGE, TX, 7763024 income-restricted units20 1BR, 4 2BRBuilt 2011Tax-exempt bondCompliance through ~2041- Elderly
ARBOR PINES
653 MLK JR DR, ORANGE, TX76 income-restricted unitsBuilt 2011Tax-exempt bondCompliance through ~2041 - Elderly
PINEYWOODS COMMUNITY ORANGE HOME TEAM
205 W PARK AVE, ORANGE, TX, 7763036 income-restricted units18 3BR, 18 4BR+Built 20074% LIHTCCompliance through ~2037 OAKS APTS
605 FIRST ST, ORANGE, TX, 77630200 income-restricted units28 1BR, 122 2BR, 50 3BRBuilt 19984% LIHTCCompliance through ~2028HONEYSUCKLE COURT APTS
600 S MAIN ST, VIDOR, TX, 7766247 income-restricted units24 1BR, 23 2BRBuilt 19969% LIHTCCompliance through ~2026
Source: HUD LIHTC Public-Use Database. Properties shown were placed in service within the last 35 years and may still be under compliance obligations. Verify availability, income limits, and voucher acceptance directly with each property. More on finding affordable housing →
Applying with this agency
Application processes and waiting-list status vary by agency — contact Housing Authority City of Orange directly using the info above, or read our general guide to how to apply and how waiting lists work.
Evaluating this market
Landlords and investors: see becoming a Section 8 landlord and how to read this market's numbers.