Essential Housing Program

Reserved for Dallas’s essential workforce.

The Marcus partners with the City of Dallas through a Public Facility Corporation (PFC) agreement to reserve a portion of homes for Dallas’s essential workforce — income-qualified at 80% AMI, with income-qualified rents for people who keep the city running.

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Who qualifies

Qualifying professions.

Households working in any of the following fields may qualify for an income-restricted unit at The Marcus. Section 8 vouchers are accepted.

  • Healthcare
  • Education
  • Emergency services
  • Law enforcement
  • Military
  • Restaurant
  • Retail
  • Grocery
Requirements

Income & application.

Household income must be at or below 80% of the Dallas Area Median Income. Limits update annually by household size — contact the leasing office for current thresholds. The standard application process applies, plus additional documentation for PFC verification.

Income limit
≤ 80% Dallas AMI
Household income at or below 80% Area Median Income. Limits updated annually by household size.
Application fee
$75
Per applicant, 18+. Non-refundable.
Security deposit
From $200
Varies by screening. Due within 48 hours of approval.
Admin fee
Waived
$100 admin fee currently waived at The Marcus.
Process

How to apply.

PFC applicants complete the standard application plus additional documentation. All documents are signed in person at the leasing office by appointment.

  1. 01
    Valid government-issued photo ID

    For each applicant aged 18+.

  2. 02
    Six months of bank statements

    All accounts — checking, savings, money market.

  3. 03
    Four months of pay stubs

    Most recent, from your current employer.

  4. 04
    Proof of employment in a qualifying profession

    Letter from employer, badge, or verifiable credentials.

  5. 05
    In-person document signing

    At the leasing office by appointment — (214) 865-6220.

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Program FAQ

Common questions.

What is the Essential Housing Program?

The Marcus reserves units for Dallas’s essential workforce through a Dallas Public Facility Corporation (PFC) partnership. Income-qualified rents for workers in healthcare, education, emergency services, law enforcement, military, restaurant, retail, and grocery.

What is the Dallas Public Facility Corporation?

The Dallas Public Facility Corporation is a city entity that partners with private developers to fund essential workforce housing; the city earns revenue through fees and cash flow shares, while the developer funds everything with private capital. The city pays nothing. Private capital solves a public problem.

Are income-qualified units different from market-rate?

No, income-qualified units at The Marcus are identical to market-rate units in finishes, appliances, flooring, and amenities. Only the rent and eligibility requirements differ.

Do I need to work in an essential field to live here?

No, anyone can apply for market-rate units at The Marcus; the essential workforce program applies only to income-qualified units.

Does The Marcus accept Section 8 vouchers?

Yes, The Marcus accepts Section 8 vouchers. Contact the leasing office for details.