The Meadows — Income-Restricted Housing in Lake Charles, LA 70606
2105 Smith Road, Lake Charles, LA 70606
180 units · 72 income-restricted · 3 BR
- Several buildings — call for addresses
How to apply
- No phone is listed. Try visiting the property or asking the city housing office how to apply.
- These records do not show openings — call to confirm vacancies and waiting lists.
At this building
- Opened
- 2011
- Income limit
- 60% AMI
- Bedrooms
- 1 3 bedrooms
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Rents and income limits in 70606
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,230/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $49,200/yr
Income limits (2026)
Lake Charles, LA area · median family income $93,000. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $19,550 | $32,550 | $52,100 |
| 2 | $22,350 | $37,200 | $59,550 |
| 3 | $27,320 | $41,850 | $67,000 |
| 4 | $33,000 | $46,500 | $74,400 |
| 5 | $38,680 | $50,250 | $80,400 |
| 6 | $44,360 | $53,950 | $86,350 |
| 7 | $50,040 | $57,700 | $92,300 |
| 8 | $55,720 | $61,400 | $98,250 |
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 | 70606 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $930 | $935 |
| 1 bedroom | $940 | $941 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,230 | $1,231 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,470 | $1,467 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,710 | $1,713 |
Wider area = Lake Charles, LA. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 7 nearby ZIPs range from $1,100 (70663) to $1,480 (70605).
Sources: HUD income limits FY2026; HUD Fair Market Rents FY2027 (Small Area FMR for ZIP figures). 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 70606's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 70606Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply to The Meadows?
No phone is listed for The Meadows. Try the city housing office or, for USDA rural properties, USDA's Multifamily Housing search. These records do not show openings.
Is The Meadows Section 8 housing?
The Meadows is listed as income-restricted housing in Lake Charles, LA 70606 (lihtc). It is not labeled as project-based Section 8 in this file. Call to ask which programs they run.
How many units are at The Meadows?
Public records list 180 units at The Meadows in Lake Charles, LA 70606. That is a building size, not a count of open apartments.
Are there other affordable apartments near The Meadows?
Yes — this page lists other income-restricted buildings in 70606 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 The Meadows?
Call the number on this page and ask about the waiting list or how to apply at The Meadows in Lake Charles, LA 70606. 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 Lake Charles, LA 70606?
Most income-restricted buildings in Lake Charles, LA 70606 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 $32,550, and $46,500 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($52,100 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 Lake Charles, LA 70606?
For many programs in Lake Charles, LA 70606, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $32,550 a year for 1 person and $46,500 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $52,100 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 Lake Charles, LA 70606?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Lake Charles, LA 70606, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Lake Charles, LA 70606 is $1,230 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 The Meadows take Section 8 vouchers?
This file does not say that The Meadows has a project-based Section 8 contract. Some landlords in Lake Charles, LA 70606 accept Housing Choice Vouchers; you have to ask. Apply for a voucher with the housing authority, then call The Meadows.
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.