Independent living
Balcones Haus
Independent living in New Braunfels, Texas
| Provider details | |
|---|---|
| Address | 246 Loma Vista St, New Braunfels, TX 78130 |
| City | New Braunfels |
| State | Texas |
| Phone | 830-629-0100 |
| Website | https://www.nationalchurchresidences.org/communities/balcones-haus/ |
| Age requirement | 62 and older |
| Age rule basis | Section 202 is HUD's housing program for elderly households; eligibility requires the head of household to be age 62 or older. |
| Apartments | 39 |
| Housing program | HUD Section 8 (Section 202 property) |
| Income restricted | Yes |
Balcones Haus in New Braunfels is an affordable rental community for seniors age 62 and older, run by National Church Residences. The community is handicap accessible and offers studio and one-bedroom floor plans. Homes include an emergency call system for peace of mind. Shared spaces include a community and game room and a library, and the building has an elevator. Balcones Haus is also listed as a meal program affiliate. The property sits at 246 Loma Vista in New Braunfels, Texas. To learn more or to set up a personal tour, call the community at 830-629-0100 and the staff will be glad to talk with you.
More about this provider
| National Church Residences presents Balcones Haus as an affordable, handicap accessible rental community for seniors age 62+ in New Braunfels, with studio and one-bedroom floor plans and amenities including an emergency call system, community/game room, library, meal program affiliate and elevator. | |
| Services and programs | Affordable rental community for seniors; studio and one-bedroom floor plans; amenities listed on the page: emergency call system, community/game room, library, meal program affiliate, elevator; personal tours offered by phone (operator community page, checked 2026-11-09) |
| Who it serves | Seniors age 62+; handicap accessible community (operator community page) |
| Visiting and contact details | Balcones Haus, 246 Loma Vista, New Braunfels, TX 78130-7034; phone +1 830-629-0100; the page invites readers to call to talk and schedule a personal tour (operator community page, checked 2026-11-09) |
| Website | https://www.nationalchurchresidences.org/communities/balcones-haus/ |
Who pays for independent living?
What this care costs, and who pays — Medicare, Medicaid, or the family — is covered in these guides:
- How to Pay for Independent Living: Rent, Income, and Rental Help
- What Senior Apartments Cost: Rent, Fees, and What the Monthly Payment Covers
Independent living guide · Paying for care
Common questions about Balcones Haus
Where is Balcones Haus located?
Balcones Haus is at 246 Loma Vista St, New Braunfels, TX 78130.
How do I contact Balcones Haus?
Call Balcones Haus at 830-629-0100.
How much does independent living cost?
There is no single price for independent living. Rent is set by each community and varies a lot by city. The cost survey this site uses does not publish a national median for independent living, so we do not print one. Medicare does not pay for it, so families pay the rent out of pocket. See our guide to independent living costs and who pays for the full picture.
Does Medicare pay for independent living?
No. Medicare does not pay rent or housing costs. It pays for your medical care while you live there, like doctor visits, hospital care, and home health visits. The housing itself is paid out of pocket.
What is the difference between independent living and assisted living?
Independent living is housing for older adults who can live on their own. It gives a private home, meals in some places, and social activities. It does not include help with daily tasks. Assisted living adds that help. Staff help with bathing, dressing, and medicine, and staff are on hand day and night.
Who else pays for independent living besides Medicare?
Families pay the rent out of pocket. No insurance pays for independent living rent. Low-income senior apartments funded by HUD keep rent lower for people who qualify. Some veterans put VA pension payments toward the rent.