Income Based Apartments Guide
Menu

Housing Authority of Bexar County

Updated 2026-07-21 · 2,662 reviewed · 143 listed · Scored from 112 Google reviews · How we rank ›

3.6(112) 59 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified
Public Housing AuthoritiesAffordable & Subsidized ApartmentsSenior Low Income HousingLow Income Housing Program
Housing Authority of Bexar County
Services
Public Housing Authorities, Affordable & Subsidized Apartments, Senior Low Income Housing
Reviews
112

What Residents Report

Staff like Shelly Martinez, Gloria Valdez, Stella Garza, and Lydia Diaz earn consistent praise for patience, knowledge, and treating people with respect during enrollment and voucher management. Yet the organization frustrates applicants with multi-year waitlists, denials over documentation technicalities without reconsideration, and limited actual housing placements relative to demand, leaving families cycling through homelessness despite public-facing promises of assistance.

Program navigation improves when you meet staff in person, particularly the Family Self-Sufficiency team, but policy rigidity and communication gaps mean appeals often hit dead ends. Many describe the voucher process as a lottery rather than a fair system, and caseworkers themselves acknowledge funding constraints that limit their power to help.

Praised for
  • knowledgeable, helpful staff members
  • respectful treatment and dignity
  • clear, supportive navigation of programs
  • some caseworkers deeply invested in outcomes
Watch-outs
  • long waitlists and opaque allocation processes
  • rigid application rules applied without flexibility
  • inconsistent staff professionalism and responsiveness
  • insufficient affordable housing availability and program reach
helpful-caseworkerslong-waitlistresponsive-staffpoor-communicationslow-application-processrude-staffknowledgeable-staffunresponsive-management
Best for: Families and seniors with transport access who can meet staff in person and navigate multi-year timelines.
Think twice if: Long waitlists, strict documentation rules, limited voucher availability, and communication breakdowns frustrate many applicants.

What Works Here

  • Named staff consistently praised for patience and knowledge
  • Family Self-Sufficiency program builds independence over time
  • Multiple program tracks for different populations
  • 50 years of service history

Before You Apply: What To Expect

  • Staff members Shelly Martinez, Gloria Valdez, Stella Garza, Lydia Diaz, and Monica Crespo named for helpfulness
  • Family Self-Sufficiency program praised for building work paths for disabled voucher recipients
  • Applicants report multi-year waitlists (6-7 years cited) and denial appeals go unanswered
  • Rent portion debt cases occur when caseworkers fail to update payments
  • In-person meetings more effective than phone follow-up

How Residents Rate Management & Maintenance

Public Housing Authorities
Staff helpfulness praised; waitlist allocation opaque and appeals ignored.
Affordable & Subsidized Apartments
Voucher program enrollment smooth with right staff, but few slots relative to demand.
Senior Low Income Housing
Limited review evidence; no specific senior program feedback.
Low Income Housing Program
Multi-year waitlists, rigid rules, and limited placement frustrate families seeking stability.

How This Community Compares Nearby

  • Rated 3.6 against a 3.62 average across the 84 public housing authorities businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 86% of the businesses in this directory.

How We Rate These Programs & Communities

Ranking Method
Star rating 8
Review volume 89
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 48
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

5
61
4
10
3
5
2
3
1
33

Leasing & Application Office

Address
1954 E Houston St #104, San Antonio, TX 78202

Last verified 2026-07-21

Office & Application Hours

Monday
08:00-17:00
Tuesday
08:00-17:00
Wednesday
08:00-17:00
Thursday
08:00-17:00
Friday
Closed
Saturday
Closed
Sunday
Closed

As listed on Google.

From the Property

Services listed
Housing Choice Voucher Program (Section 8)Mainstream Voucher ProgramFamily Self-Sufficiency ProgramFoster Youth Initiative ProgramVeterans Affairs Supportive HousingEnergy Assistance ProgramHousing search assistanceHousing counseling

Operating:50 years of service

As published by the business on its own website; not independently verified.

Enquire about Housing Authority of Bexar County

Your enquiry goes to the Income Based Apartments Guide team, who will pass it to Housing Authority of Bexar County. We only share your details with providers relevant to your request.

Common Questions About Applying Here

Can I apply for Section 8 housing right now?
The waitlist has been opened recently according to reviews, but applicants report multi-year waiting periods. Contact the office directly at their Dignowity Hill location to confirm current openings and requirements.
What do I need to bring to my first appointment?
Texas ID is required; if you lack one, the organization has previously denied applicants without flexible alternatives. Bring documentation of residency (lease, utility bill) and any income verification ready to avoid delays.
Is there support if I'm working and receiving a voucher?
Yes, the Family Self-Sufficiency program helps employed voucher recipients build independence and reduce rent portions over time. Visiting in person and asking for case managers like Stella Garza or Lydia Diaz improves access to tailored support.

Similar low income housing program nearby

San Antonio Housing Authority
35 low data

San Antonio Housing Authority

5.0(4)

Residents report zero maintenance issues over years of tenure and describe staff as genuinely helpful. Limited review detail, but all ratings are five-star.

Public Housing AuthoritiesLow Income Housing Program
San Antonio Housing Authority
33 low data

San Antonio Housing Authority

2.8(11)

Calls ring for extended periods with no pickup; voicemail messages go unreturned weeks later. Friday hours start at 1 PM, creating crowded waits. Reviewers cite a sharp drop in responsiveness since the pandemic, contrasting with earlier reputation for courtesy.

Public Housing AuthoritiesLow Income Housing Program
U.S. Department of Housing & Urban Development
41 low data

U.S. Department of Housing & Urban Development

3.2(5)

Two reviewers report serious access problems: an office closing unexpectedly in early afternoon and repeated failure to return calls or emails. Evidence is limited and sentiment is firmly negative.

Public Housing AuthoritiesLow Income Housing Program

Own this business? Get featured

Own or market a business here? Ask about featured placement and advertising on this directory. Your message goes straight to the directory team.

Last updated 2026-07-21