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King Friedrichs — Income-Restricted Housing in Gretna, LA 70056

161 Friedrichs Rd, Terrytown (Census Name, LA 70056

Section 8

75 units · 68 income-restricted · 1–3 BR

Leasing office: (504) 263-0682Directions

How to apply

  1. Call the leasing office at (504) 263-0682 to ask about applying, vacancies, and waiting lists.
  2. These records do not show openings — call to confirm vacancies and waiting lists.

At this building

Opened
1973
Bedrooms
10 1 bedroom · 50 2 bedrooms · 8 3 bedrooms
HUD inspection
HUD inspection score: 98/100 (Apr 2024) HUD inspects subsidized buildings on a 0–100 scale. This is a snapshot, not a pass/fail grade.

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Rents and income limits in 70056

Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
$1,480/mo
Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
$59,200/yr
Renters in 70056 paying 30% or more of income on rent
56%

Income limits (2026)

New Orleans-Metairie, LA area · median family income $88,600. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.

PeopleExtremely low 30%Very low 50%Low 80%
1$18,650$31,050$49,650
2$21,640$35,450$56,750
3$27,320$39,900$63,850
4$33,000$44,300$70,900
5$38,680$47,850$76,600
6$44,360$51,400$82,250
7$50,040$54,950$87,950
8$55,720$58,500$93,600

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.

Size70056Wider area
Studio$1,100$1,096
1 bedroom$1,230$1,229
2 bedrooms$1,480$1,480
3 bedrooms$1,900$1,900
4 bedrooms$2,230$2,233

Wider area = New Orleans-Metairie, LA. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 12 nearby ZIPs range from $1,210 (70032) to $2,220 (70130).

Census figures for 70056 (2020–2024 average): median rent $1,219. Median household income $59,027. 43% of homes are rented. 56% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 27% 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 70056's fair market rent.

Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 70056

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I apply to King Friedrichs?

Call (504) 263-0682 and ask about applying, vacancies, and waiting lists at King Friedrichs in Gretna, LA 70056. These records do not show openings.

Is King Friedrichs Section 8 housing?

King Friedrichs is listed with a HUD-assisted or project-based Section 8 contract. The subsidy stays with the apartment. A Housing Choice Voucher is different — you apply with the housing authority. Confirm the program when you call.

How many units are at King Friedrichs?

Public records list 75 units at King Friedrichs in Gretna, LA 70056. That is a building size, not a count of open apartments.

Are there other affordable apartments near King Friedrichs?

Yes — this page lists other income-restricted buildings in 70056 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 King Friedrichs?

Call the number on this page and ask about the waiting list or how to apply at King Friedrichs in Gretna, LA 70056. 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 Gretna, LA 70056?

Most income-restricted buildings in Gretna, LA 70056 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 $31,050, and $44,300 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($49,650 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 Gretna, LA 70056?

For many programs in Gretna, LA 70056, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $31,050 a year for 1 person and $44,300 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $49,650 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 Gretna, LA 70056?

In public housing and most Section 8 in Gretna, LA 70056, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Gretna, LA 70056 is $1,480 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 King Friedrichs take Section 8 vouchers?

King Friedrichs is listed with project-based Section 8 or HUD assistance — the subsidy is on the unit, so you usually apply at the building rather than bringing a tenant voucher. Ask when you call whether they also accept Housing Choice Vouchers.

Sources: HUD LIHTC database, 2024 (released Apr 2026); HUD Multifamily Assisted Properties, Oct 2026. Not affiliated with HUD or USDA. Details can be out of date — confirm with the property before applying. Report a correction.