Section 8 apartments in Garland, TX
A landlord in Garland is accepting Housing Choice Vouchers right now. Below: the unit, Dallas County's FY2027 rent limits, the housing authorities that run the program here, and whether a landlord can legally refuse a voucher in Texas.
Voucher-friendly listings available now in Garland
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HUD rent benchmarks near Garland (Dallas County, FY2027)
HUD rent benchmarks for FY2027, effective October 1, 2026. These are not adopted housing-authority payment standards or household subsidy amounts. The illustration shows 90% to 110% of FMR; ZIP-based schedules, approved exceptions and Moving to Work rules can differ.
| Bedrooms | FMR | Illustration: 90% to 110% of FMR |
|---|---|---|
| Efficiency (studio) | $1,491 | $1,342 to $1,640 |
| 1-bedroom | $1,536 | $1,382 to $1,690 |
| 2-bedroom | $1,807 | $1,626 to $1,988 |
| 3-bedroom | $2,275 | $2,048 to $2,503 |
| 4-bedroom | $2,892 | $2,603 to $3,181 |
The two-bedroom HUD benchmark for Garland is $1,807. Multiplying by 90% and 110% gives $1,626 to $1,988, not an approval range. Gross rent includes the applicable allowance for tenant-paid utilities. Your agency must calculate assistance using its adopted standard, your household and the proposed unit.
Can a landlord refuse Section 8 in Garland, TX?
Yes. Texas law blocks local governments from requiring voucher acceptance, so landlords in Garland, TX can legally decline Section 8 applicants. Listing on a voucher-friendly marketplace is the fastest way to find the landlords who do accept.
Texas SB 267 (2015), Local Gov't Code §250.007
Preempts local source-of-income ordinances (nullified Austin and Dallas). HB 1193 (2023) only bars homeowners' associations from blocking voucher tenants. PRRAC Appendix B (March 2026).
View statute →Informational only, not legal advice. Laws change, so verify current status before acting on a rejection or making a leasing decision.
Housing authorities serving Garland
These housing authorities are listed for the county. Confirm jurisdiction for the exact address and which agency will administer your voucher, inspection and tenancy.
- 20,345 HCV units
Housing Authority of the City of Dallas, Texa
Dallas · TX009
- 4,596 HCV units
Dallas County Housing Assistance Program
Dallas · TX559
- 3,043 HCV units
Grand Prairie Housing & Neighborhood Services
Grand Prairie · TX434
- 1,570 HCV units
Garland Housing Authority
Garland · TX435
- 1,550 HCV units
City of Mesquite Housing Office
Mesquite · TX436
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This page exists because landlords in Garland list on VoucherMatch. Rent limits are HUD Fair Market Rent data for Dallas County.