Crape Myrtle Circle Apartments — Income-Restricted Housing in Grand Coteau, LA 70541
Grand Coteau, LA 70541
148 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Housing Authority of South Landry
- Residents waited about 14 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Housing authority: (337) 662-3573Directions
How to apply
- Apply through Housing Authority of South Landry. They run this development and take applications.
- Call the housing authority at (337) 662-3573.
- These records do not show openings — call to confirm vacancies and waiting lists.
At this building
- Bedrooms (estimated)
- 48 1 bedroom · 46 2 bedrooms · 54 3 bedrooms
- Average tenant rent
- $348/mo
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Rents and income limits in 70541
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $890/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $35,600/yr
- Renters in 70541 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 46%
Income limits (2026)
St. Landry Parish, LA area · median family income $74,100. 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 | $24,950 | $39,900 |
| 2 | $21,640 | $28,500 | $45,600 |
| 3 | $27,320 | $32,050 | $51,300 |
| 4 | $33,000 | $35,600 | $56,950 |
| 5 | $38,450 | $38,450 | $61,550 |
| 6 | $41,300 | $41,300 | $66,100 |
| 7 | $44,150 | $44,150 | $70,650 |
| 8 | $47,000 | $47,000 | $75,200 |
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 | 70541 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $630 | $632 |
| 1 bedroom | $680 | $682 |
| 2 bedrooms | $890 | $892 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,090 | $1,087 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,170 | $1,172 |
Wider area = St. Landry Parish, LA. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 6 nearby ZIPs range from $890 (70551) to $1,120 (70584).
Census figures for 70541 (2020–2024 average): median rent $683. Median household income $48,264 (uncertain estimate). 67% of homes are rented. 46% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 12% 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 70541's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 70541Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply to Crape Myrtle Circle Apartments?
Apply through Housing Authority of South Landry, which runs Crape Myrtle Circle Apartments. Call (337) 662-3573. Do not treat a walk-up at the building as the application. These records do not show openings.
Is Crape Myrtle Circle Apartments Section 8 housing?
Crape Myrtle Circle Apartments 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 Crape Myrtle Circle Apartments?
Public records list 148 units at Crape Myrtle Circle Apartments in Grand Coteau, LA 70541. That is a building size, not a count of open apartments.
Are there other affordable apartments near Crape Myrtle Circle Apartments?
Yes — this page lists other income-restricted buildings in 70541 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 Crape Myrtle Circle Apartments?
Call the number on this page and ask about the waiting list or how to apply at Crape Myrtle Circle Apartments in Grand Coteau, LA 70541. 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 Grand Coteau, LA 70541?
Most income-restricted buildings in Grand Coteau, LA 70541 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 $24,950, and $35,600 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($39,900 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 Grand Coteau, LA 70541?
For many programs in Grand Coteau, LA 70541, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $24,950 a year for 1 person and $35,600 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $39,900 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 Grand Coteau, LA 70541?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Grand Coteau, LA 70541, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Grand Coteau, LA 70541 is $890 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 Crape Myrtle Circle Apartments take Section 8 vouchers?
This file does not say that Crape Myrtle Circle Apartments has a project-based Section 8 contract. Some landlords in Grand Coteau, LA 70541 accept Housing Choice Vouchers; you have to ask. Apply for a voucher with the housing authority, then call Crape Myrtle Circle Apartments.
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. To add a different building, use the suggestion rubric.