Affordable Apartments in Austin, TX

Citizen House East Lake is a mixed-income community providing affordable luxury apartments in Austin and amenity spaces. Along with market-rate rents, Citizen House East Lake offers well-appointed living spaces at economical rental rates for households earning 60% or 80% of the median household income. Please contact our Leasing Professionals for more information on how to make Citizen House East Lake your new home.

To begin the application for Citizen House East Lake, we may ask for the following documents:

  • Paystubs for the most recent 3-month period
  • Bank Statement for the most recent month
  • Tax returns for the most two recent two tax years
  • Other potential income – SSI, Child Support, Cash Gifts, etc.

Additional Documentation

Please note that additional documentation and program forms may be requested. Income eligibility for the affordable rental program does not guarantee that an Applicant will qualify for a lease. Reach out to the apartment complex directly for leasing qualifications and requirements.

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Disclosure of Rental Requirements

Disclosure of Rental Requirements & Housing Choice Voucher Acceptance
We accept applicants for residents participating in the Housing Choice Voucher Program subject to their meeting all the other rental criteria for the property. Annual income recertifications and documentation related thereto will be required of all residents residing in these lower income units.

Divulgación de los Requisitos de Alquiler y Aceptación de Vales de Elección de Vivienda
Aceptamos las solicitudes de los residentes que participan en el Programa de Vales de Elección de Vivienda sujeto a su cumplimiento de todos los demás criterios de alquiler de la propiedad. Se exigirá a todos los residentes que residan en estas unidades de ingresos más bajos la recertificación anual de sus ingresos y la documentación correspondiente.

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

Are you a qualified applicant?

Planning your budget is essential, and we’re here to make it simpler. Our Total Monthly Leasing Price reflects all fixed, mandatory fees alongside your base rent, giving you a complete picture of your monthly costs. To customize your Total Monthly Leasing Price and plan with confidence, use our Calculate My Costs tool found within the Map view. We’ve also provided a list of all potential fees you may encounter as a resident which can be found at the bottom of the page.

Transparency meets convenience—so you can focus on finding the perfect home.

Income-Based rentals will be available to households earning 60% and 80% Median Family Income or less. Applicant’s gross annual income may not exceed the following limits:

*Income limits are based on the most current maximum income qualifications per apartment and are subject to change upon AMI updates.

Household 60% AMI 80% AMI
1 Person $56,400 $75,280
2 Persons $64,500 $86,000
3 Persons $72,600 $96,800
4 Persons $80,640 $107,520
5 Persons $87,120 $116,160
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* Total monthly leasing prices include base rent, all mandatory monthly fees and any user-selected optional fees. Excludes variable or usage-based fees and required charges due at or prior to move-in or at move-out.

* Total Monthly Leasing Price includes base rent, all monthly mandatory and any user-selected optional fees. Excludes variable, usage-based, and required charges due at or prior to move-in or at move-out. Security Deposit may change based on screening results, but total will not exceed legal maximums. Some items may be taxed under applicable law. Some fees may not apply to rental homes subject to an affordable program. All fees are subject to application and/or lease terms. Prices and availability subject to change. Resident is responsible for damages beyond ordinary wear and tear. Resident may need to maintain insurance and to activate and maintain utility services, including but not limited to electricity, water, gas, and internet, per the lease. Additional fees may apply as detailed in the application and/or lease agreement, which can be requested prior to applying.

Floor plans are artist’s rendering. All dimensions are approximate. Actual product and specifications may vary in dimension or detail. Not all features are available in every rental home. Please see a representative for details.

Easy-to-Use Guide

To make things simple and clear, we have put together a list of potential fees you might encounter as a current or future resident. This way, you can easily see what your initial and monthly costs might be in addition to base rent.