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Check household income
Match your household size to the applicable income tier. Household income must be at or below the published limit for the qualifying program.
Affordable Housing · Clearer From The Start
Qualifying Made Simple
Prairie Estates offers income-qualified three- and four-bedroom townhomes in Grand Prairie. Use this page to understand the process, review current program limits, and know what to have ready before you apply.
Start Here
Three steps. One clearer path home.
Affordable housing has additional qualification requirements, but the customer experience should still feel simple, transparent, and easy to navigate.
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Prepare your documents
Gather identification and the income documentation requested for each applicable household member so verification can move efficiently.
3
Apply and complete verification
Choose an available home, submit your application, and work with the leasing team through eligibility and income verification.
Before You Apply
Make verification easier on yourself.
Having the right documentation ready can reduce avoidable back-and-forth during the qualification process.
Not sure which income tier applies?That is okay. The leasing team can explain which program set-aside is tied to the home you are considering.
Common items to have available
Government-issued photo IDFor applicable adult household members.
Social Security verificationAs required by the community's application process.
Income documentationPay statements or other documentation requested by the leasing team.
Household informationDetails for everyone who will occupy the home.
Important: Final eligibility is determined through the community's formal application and verification process. The information on this page is a guide, not an approval decision.
Income Eligibility
Dallas County Income Limits
Use your total household size to find the applicable maximum annual income. Your verified household income must be at or below the relevant limit for the unit/program tier.
Effective 05/01/2026
| Household / Tier | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Initial 50% HTC | $43,550 | $49,750 | $55,950 | $62,150 | $67,150 | $72,100 | $77,100 | $82,050 |
| Initial 60% HTC | $52,260 | $59,700 | $67,140 | $74,580 | $80,580 | $86,520 | $92,520 | $98,460 |
| Recertification Limit HTC (140% of 60%) | $73,164 | $83,580 | $93,996 | $104,412 | $112,812 | $121,128 | $129,528 | $137,844 |
Limits provided by ownership/compliance for Dallas County and are subject to change. Contact the leasing office for current requirements before applying.
Rent Limits
Understand the rent-limit calculation.
The allowable tenant rent reflects the applicable HUD maximum rent less the utility allowance. The community's quoted rent and availability should always be confirmed for the specific home you select.
Current utility allowance
For rent due before 08/24/2026.
Rent Limit
3BR 50%
4BR 50%
3BR 60%
4BR 60%
HUD Max Rent
$1,616
$1,802
$1,939
$2,163
Utility Allowance
-$98
-$114
-$98
-$114
Allowable Tenant Rent
$1,518
$1,688
$1,841
$2,049
Updated utility allowance
For rent due on or after 08/24/2026.
Rent Limit
3BR 50%
4BR 50%
3BR 60%
4BR 60%
HUD Max Rent
$1,616
$1,802
$1,939
$2,163
Utility Allowance
-$96
-$112
-$96
-$112
Allowable Tenant Rent
$1,520
$1,690
$1,843
$2,051
Helpful Resources
Documents you may want before applying.
Keep compliance information accessible without forcing prospects to search through a footer or leave the qualification journey.
BRM Community DocumentRental CriteriaReview Brazos Residential Management's current rental screening and qualification criteria.
HUD-5380VAWA Notice of Occupancy RightsFederal notice describing applicable protections under VAWA.
HUD-5382VAWA Certification FormCertification form associated with VAWA protections.
Common Questions
A few things applicants often want clarified.
Does being below the income limit mean I am automatically approved?
No. Income eligibility is one part of the qualification process. Final approval depends on the community's full application, screening, verification, and applicable program requirements.
Which income tier should I use?
The applicable tier can depend on the specific affordable set-aside associated with the home. The leasing team can confirm the relevant tier for the apartment you are considering.
Can income limits or rent limits change?
Yes. Program limits, utility allowances, and related requirements can be updated. Use the effective dates shown on this page and confirm current figures with the leasing office.
What if I am not sure whether a document counts as income verification?
Contact the leasing team before applying. They can explain which documentation is required for your household and help prevent unnecessary delays.
Ready to find your townhome?
Review current availability, then connect with the Prairie Estates leasing team if you have questions about household eligibility or the verification process.
Income limits, rent limits, utility allowances, availability, and program rules are subject to change. Prairie Estates · 1325 Daja Lane, Grand Prairie, TX 75050 · 972-602-1107