Essential Housing Program
Essential Housing
Attainable Living in Southeast austin
You should be able to live in the city you help keep running. Our Essential Housing program sets aside select apartment homes at Hangar at Bergstrom with rents aligned to 60% and 80% of the Area Median Income (AMI), so teachers, nurses, first responders, airport and hospitality teams, and other essential workers can call Southeast Austin home without the long commute.
These homes share the same thoughtful finishes, amenities, and community spirit you’ll find throughout our community. Eligibility is based on your household’s total income and size, and availability is limited. Reach out to our leasing team to find out about qualifying and which floor plans are open.
2026 Maximum Income Limits
Eligibility is based on your total gross annual household income. If your household earns at or below the limit for its size, you may qualify.
Initial limits apply at move-in. Renewal limits apply at recertification for existing households (140% of the initial limit). All figures based on 2026 AMI/income.
Questions? Call our leasing team at 512-967-6509.
How to Qualify
Here is what to expect when applying for an Essential Housing home at Hangar at Bergstrom. Eligibility is based on household income, and our leasing team will walk you through every step.
What's Included
Essential Housing homes are available in select one- and two-bedroom floor plans and come with the same features and amenities every Hangar at Bergstrom resident enjoys, including an in-unit washer and dryer, the resort-style pool, the 24/7 fitness center, and co-working spaces.
How to Apply
Interested in Essential Housing? Contact our leasing office or schedule a tour. Our team will confirm current availability and walk you through the income verification process.
Income Verification
Eligibility is based on the combined gross annual income of everyone in your household, not just one person's salary. Total household income must be at or below the initial limit for your household size at move-in. Recent pay stubs, tax returns, or benefit letters are required.
Household Composition
All household members who will live in the apartment must be listed on the application, including minors. You do not need to work in a certain field to qualify — nurses, teachers, first responders, airport and aviation teams, and restaurant and retail teams are just a few examples of the essential workers this program is designed to serve.
Asset Disclosure
Applicants disclose household assets such as checking, savings, and retirement accounts as part of the certification process. Our leasing team will walk you through income verification and let you know which documents to provide when you apply.
Annual Recertification
Residents recertify household income each year. At renewal, existing households remain eligible up to 140% of the initial income limit. Limits follow HUD figures for the Austin-Round Rock-San Marcos region and are updated once a year.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does my whole household's income count?
Yes. Eligibility is based on the total gross annual income of everyone in your household, not just one person's salary. Compare your household's combined income to the limit for your household size in the table above.
Do I have to work in a certain field to qualify?
No. Eligibility is based on household income. Nurses, teachers, first responders, airport and aviation teams, and restaurant and retail teams are just a few examples of the essential workers the program is designed to serve.
How often do the income limits change?
The limits follow HUD's income limits for the Austin-Round Rock-San Marcos region and are updated once a year. The limits shown on this page are effective May 1, 2026.
Are Essential Housing homes different from other homes at Hangar at Bergstrom?
No. Essential Housing homes come with the same features and amenities as every other home at Hangar at Bergstrom, including an in-unit washer and dryer, the resort-style pool, the 24/7 fitness center, and co-working spaces.
How do I verify my income?
Our leasing team will walk you through the income verification process and let you know which documents to provide when you apply.
Are Essential Housing homes available now?
Availability is limited and changes often. Contact our leasing office or schedule a tour to check current availability.
Hangar at Bergstrom is an Equal Housing Opportunity provider. We process all applicants in a fair and consistent manner.