BUNKIE HEIGHTS Number 1 — Income-Restricted Housing in Bunkie, LA 71322
505 S Matthews St, Bunkie, LA 71322
106 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Housing Authority of the Town of Bunkie
- Residents waited about 15 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
- Several buildings — call for addresses
Housing authority: (318) 346-6838Directions
How to apply
- Apply through Housing Authority of the Town of Bunkie. They run this development and take applications.
- Call the housing authority at (318) 346-6838.
- These records do not show openings — call to confirm vacancies and waiting lists.
At this building
- Bedrooms (estimated)
- 22 1 bedroom · 47 2 bedrooms · 36 3 bedrooms
- Average tenant rent
- $355/mo
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Nearby income-restricted buildings
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- 9 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
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- 5 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
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- 1 vacant unit reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Westside Village
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8.3 mi away
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- Apply through Housing Authority of the Town of Cottonport
- Residents waited about 15 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Cottonwood Apts
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8.5 mi away
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- 5 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Cottonwood II
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8.6 mi away
24 units · 1–2 BR
- 9 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Cottonwood Seniors
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8.6 mi away
24 units · 1–2 BR
- 2 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Rents and income limits in 71322
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $900/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $36,000/yr
- Renters in 71322 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 64%
Income limits (2026)
Avoyelles Parish, LA area · median family income $53,600. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $15,960 | $23,700 | $37,950 |
| 2 | $21,640 | $27,100 | $43,350 |
| 3 | $27,320 | $30,500 | $48,750 |
| 4 | $33,000 | $33,850 | $54,150 |
| 5 | $36,600 | $36,600 | $58,500 |
| 6 | $39,300 | $39,300 | $62,850 |
| 7 | $42,000 | $42,000 | $67,150 |
| 8 | $44,700 | $44,700 | $71,500 |
Section 8 vouchers: up to the 50% limit, and most go to households under 30%. Public housing: up to 80%. Tax-credit apartments: usually up to 60% of median income, between the 50% and 80% columns.
Fair market rents (2027)
HUD's estimate of rent plus utilities for a modest home. Housing authorities set Section 8 voucher limits from it.
| Size | 71322 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $660 | $628 |
| 1 bedroom | $710 | $719 |
| 2 bedrooms | $900 | $902 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,210 | $1,154 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,380 | $1,370 |
Wider area = Avoyelles Parish, LA. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 4 nearby ZIPs range from $890 (71333) to $900 (71367).
Census figures for 71322 (2020–2024 average): median rent $811. Median household income $27,030. 46% of homes are rented. 64% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 38% pay half or more.
Census median rent is what renters here actually pay, including long-term leases. Fair market rent is HUD's estimate for a modest apartment available now.
Sources: HUD income limits FY2026; HUD Fair Market Rents FY2027 (Small Area FMR for ZIP figures); U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-year 2020–2024. Each program and building can set its own limits — confirm with the property.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share
Project-based Section 8 is on the buildings above. A Housing Choice Voucher is different: you apply with the housing authority, then find a landlord who takes it. Your share of rent is based on income — not always 30%. The calculator uses 71322's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 71322Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply to BUNKIE HEIGHTS Number 1?
Apply through Housing Authority of the Town of Bunkie, which runs BUNKIE HEIGHTS Number 1. Call (318) 346-6838. Do not treat a walk-up at the building as the application. These records do not show openings.
Is BUNKIE HEIGHTS Number 1 Section 8 housing?
BUNKIE HEIGHTS Number 1 is public housing, not a project-based Section 8 contract. Apply with the housing authority. A Housing Choice Voucher is a separate program.
How many units are at BUNKIE HEIGHTS Number 1?
Public records list 106 units at BUNKIE HEIGHTS Number 1 in Bunkie, LA 71322. That is a building size, not a count of open apartments.
Are there other affordable apartments near BUNKIE HEIGHTS Number 1?
Yes — this page lists other income-restricted buildings in 71322 and nearby ZIP codes. Open a nearby card for the address and phone. Lists still do not show vacancies.
People Also Ask
How do I get into BUNKIE HEIGHTS Number 1?
Call the number on this page and ask about the waiting list or how to apply at BUNKIE HEIGHTS Number 1 in Bunkie, LA 71322. Public housing is through the housing authority. Bring ID and income documents when they tell you to. This site cannot submit an application for you.
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Bunkie, LA 71322?
Most income-restricted buildings in Bunkie, LA 71322 serve households at or below 50% or 80% of area median income. HUD's 2026 very low-income (50%) limit for a 1-person household is $23,700, and $33,850 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($37,950 for 1 person). Each building sets its own cap — call to confirm before you apply. Citizenship, household size, and local preferences can also apply.
What is the income limit for low-income housing in Bunkie, LA 71322?
For many programs in Bunkie, LA 71322, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $23,700 a year for 1 person and $33,850 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $37,950 for 1 person. Tax-credit buildings often use 60% of median income. Confirm with the property — they can be stricter.
How much rent do you pay for low-income housing in Bunkie, LA 71322?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Bunkie, LA 71322, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Bunkie, LA 71322 is $900 a month (rent plus utilities for a modest unit). Tax-credit apartments use set rents below market, not always 30% of income. Call the building for the actual rent; this site is not a vacancy or price list.
Does BUNKIE HEIGHTS Number 1 take Section 8 vouchers?
This file does not say that BUNKIE HEIGHTS Number 1 has a project-based Section 8 contract. Some landlords in Bunkie, LA 71322 accept Housing Choice Vouchers; you have to ask. Apply for a voucher with the housing authority, then call BUNKIE HEIGHTS Number 1.
Sources: HUD LIHTC database, 2024 (released Apr 2026); HUD Multifamily Assisted Properties, Oct 2026; HUD Public Housing Developments, Oct 2026; USDA Rural Development multifamily, Oct 2026. Not affiliated with HUD or USDA. Details can be out of date — confirm with the property before applying. Report a correction.