Housing Authority of Ennis
300 Arnold St, Ennis, TX, 75119 · ~89 units under management
Fair Market Rent by unit size — Ennis, 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: Ellis County
Who this agency serves
Housing Authority of Ennis served 77 households across 89 units (87% occupied) as of HUD's 2025 Picture of Subsidized Households data. The typical assisted household here has an average of 2.7 people, an average annual income of $20,943, and pays an average of $478 per month toward rent.
- Households served
- 77 of 89 units
- Avg. household income
- $20,943
- Avg. rent paid by household
- $478
- Avg. household size
- 2.7 people
- Households with children
- 61%
- Head of household 62+
- 24%
- Head of household with a disability
- 28%
- Avg. wait to move in
- 2 months
Unit mix: 17% 1-bedroom, 39% 2-bedroom, 44% 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 1 development with an average score of 80 (Standard).
| Development | City | Score | Protocol | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ENNIS VILLAGE | Ennis | 80 Standard | NSPIRE | Jan 2026 |
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.
Am I eligible?
To qualify for a Housing Choice Voucher through Housing Authority of Ennis, your household's gross annual income generally must be at or below the limits below (50% of area median income, as set by HUD). Most agencies are required to prioritize applicants at or below 30% AMI (the Extremely Low Income limit) for at least 75% of new vouchers.
| Household size | Max gross annual income |
|---|---|
| 1 person | $42,400 |
| 2 people | $48,450 |
| 3 people | $54,500 |
| 4 people | $60,550 |
| 5 people | $65,400 |
| 6 people | $70,250 |
| 7 people | $75,100 |
| 8 people | $79,950 |
Source: HUD Income Limits, 2026. Meeting the income limit does not guarantee a voucher — waiting lists, local preferences, and funding levels vary. Contact Housing Authority of Ennis directly for current availability. Learn more about eligibility →
Income-restricted housing in Ennis, 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.
- Elderly
CYPRESS CREEK APARTMENT HOMES AT WAXAHACHIE
NW OF POST OAK DR AND US 287, WAXAHACHIE, TX, 7516598 income-restricted units of 168 totalBuilt 20224% LIHTCCompliance through ~2052 - Elderly48 income-restricted units of 72 totalBuilt 20224% LIHTCCompliance through ~2052
- Elderly
GALA AT WAXAHACHIE
SEQ OF E. MAIN STREET AND PARKS SCHOOHOUSE ROAD, WAXAHACHIE, TX, 75165185 income-restricted unitsBuilt 20229% LIHTCCompliance through ~2052 - Elderly
TERRACE AT MIDTOWNE
991 ABIGAIL WAY, MIDLOTHIAN, TX, 7606592 income-restricted unitsBuilt 2013Compliance through ~2043 - Elderly
RED OAK APTS (RED OAK)
413 W RED OAK RD, RED OAK, TX, 75154116 income-restricted unitsBuilt 2011Compliance through ~2041 GRAND RESERVE SENIORS - WAXAHACHIE COMMUNITY
129 PARK HILLS DR, WAXAHACHIE, TX, 7516580 income-restricted units26 1BR, 54 2BRBuilt 2010Compliance through ~2040GROVE PARK APTS
200 PARKS SCHOOL HOUSE RD, WAXAHACHIE, TX, 7516560 income-restricted unitsBuilt 20044% LIHTCCompliance through ~2034WESTERN HILLS APTS
100 EWING ST, FERRIS, TX, 7512516 income-restricted unitsBuilt 20009% LIHTCCompliance through ~2030CREEKSIDE TERRACE APTS
1000 E BURNETT ST, ENNIS, TX, 7511980 income-restricted units14 1BR, 40 2BR, 22 3BR, 4 4BR+Built 19984% LIHTCCompliance through ~2028BRECKENRIDGE VILLAGE
2001A FLOYD ST, ENNIS, TX, 7511966 income-restricted units66 4BR+Built 19974% LIHTCCompliance through ~2027LEXINGTON ARMS
418 LEXINGTON DR, WAXAHACHIE, TX, 7516561 income-restricted units61 4BR+Built 19974% LIHTCCompliance through ~2027RUSTY LANE DUPLEXES
139 RUSTY LN, WAXAHACHIE, TX, 7516510 income-restricted units6 2BR, 4 4BR+Built 19954% LIHTCCompliance through ~2025MISTY COURT DUPLEXES
103 MISTY CT, WAXAHACHIE, TX, 751654 income-restricted units4 3BRBuilt 1992Compliance through ~2022
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 of Ennis 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.