Thank you for your interest in applying to live at Haven at Main!

The Essential Housing program offers affordable housing options to diverse individuals, including teachers, students, essential workers, seniors, retired veterans, HEB employees, administrators, and various other groups. Qualifying applicants can benefit from discounted rents and special offers tailored to their needs and occupations. Whether you're a teacher looking for an apartment near school, a hospital worker seeking affordable housing near your workplace, or a retiree interested in rental rate discounts, the Essential Housing program aims to provide accessible and quality housing solutions to eligible individuals. Additionally, employees of local businesses such as Target, NRG, Shell Energy, Houston Dynamo, Academy Sports, and the Houston Methodist Training Center can also explore housing options through this program. With a focus on inclusivity and affordability, Essential Housing strives to support the diverse housing needs of our community members.

We are an Equal Housing Opportunity provider and seek to process all applicants in a fair and consistent manner.

Are you a qualified applicant? Keep reading to find out!

Any applicant or resident living in an affordable unit cannot earn more than the following annual incomes.

"A" Floor Plan - 60% Income Limits
  • 1-person home may earn no more than $42,480 annually
  • 2-person home may earn no more than $48,540 annually
  • 3-person home may earn no more than $54,600 annually
  • 4-person home may earn no more than $60,660 annually
  • 5-person home may earn no more than $65,520 annually
"B" Floor Plan - 80% Income Limits
  • 1-person home may earn no more than $56,640 annually
  • 2-person home may earn no more than $64,720 annually
  • 3-person home may earn no more than $72,800 annually
  • 4-person home may earn no more than $80,880 annually
  • 5-person home may earn no more than $87,360 annually
We will qualify you based on GROSS annual income. Please call for additional details on acceptable proof of income.
Income Verification
  • 2 months of consecutive current bank statements. ALL pages must be included and be one sided.
  • 3 months of consecutive paystubs.
What Do I Need to Pre-Qualify?

To begin the application, please present the following documents:

  1. Complete application for every household member 18 years of age and older
  2. Income Verification Items
  3. Additional documents that may be required depending on each person’s individual income and assets

2 years of Resident or Rental Verification if applicable