Housing Authority of Rising Star
109 Dill St, Rising Star, TX, 76471 · ~22 units under management
Fair Market Rent by unit size — Rising Star, 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: Eastland County
Who this agency serves
Housing Authority of Rising Star served 22 households across 22 units (100% occupied) as of HUD's 2025 Picture of Subsidized Households data. The typical assisted household here has an average of 1.2 people, an average annual income of $15,613, and pays an average of $367 per month toward rent.
- Households served
- 22 of 22 units
- Avg. household income
- $15,613
- Avg. rent paid by household
- $367
- Avg. household size
- 1.2 people
- Households with children
- 14%
- Head of household 62+
- 55%
- Head of household with a disability
- 41%
- Avg. wait to move in
- 1 month
Unit mix: 82% 1-bedroom, 18% 2-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 97 (High Performer).
| Development | City | Score | Protocol | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| UNNAMED | Rising Star | 97 High Performer | NSPIRE | Jul 2025 |
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 Rising Star, 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
GHOLSON HOTEL
215 W MAIN ST, RANGER, TX, 7647050 income-restricted units8 studio, 42 1BRBuilt 2010Tax-exempt bondCompliance through ~2040 CISCO MANOR APTS
1512 PRIMROSE LN, CISCO, TX, 7643716 income-restricted units4 1BR, 12 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 of Rising Star 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.