Our Affordable Housing Program

The Clarksville Community Development Corporation runs an affordable housing program in the Clarksville neighborhood. The program is the only one of its kind operating West of I-35 in Austin and one of the only affordable housing programs in the nation operating in an affluent neighborhood. In 2020, the Austin chapter of the American Institute of Architects (AIA) recognized the CCDC’s affordable housing program by awarding the organization a Community Vision Award.

The program consists of 11 properties, including single-family homes, duplexes and an accessory dwelling unit (ADU). The residences are scattered throughout Clarksville and provide low-cost housing to 17 low income households. 

The CCDC rents to households whose gross family income is no more than 60% of the median family income for Austin and Travis County. However, two of our properties, a newly constructed single family home and an ADU are reserved for households with incomes that are no more than 50% of the median family income.

Minor children who live in CCDC tenant households, get to enjoy life in a safe, tree-filled, convenient neighborhood and attend Mathews Elementary, one of Austin’s best elementary schools. The education they receive there provides them with the foundation they need to succeed once they leave elementary school and throughout their adult lives.

Clarksville is within walking distance of four city parks. Together they feature two splash pads, three pools, several playscapes, pickle ball and basketball courts, and picnic tables.

Prak Property Management manages the CCDC’s properties in consultation with the CCDC’s board of directors. Individuals interested in learning more about the CCDC’s housing program are encouraged to read the CCDC’s Applicant and Resident Eligibility policy. They can also get their questions answered or apply to become a tenant by calling 512-808-7999.

CCDC tenant Martha talks about her housing experience.

CCDC tenant Vanessa talks about her housing experience.

Board of Directors President Mary Reed talks about the CCDC's affordable housing program.

CCDC tenants Innocent, Felicissima, Gianna, and Luce talk about their housing experience.