McKeen Plaza I — Income-Restricted Housing in Monroe, LA 71201
1500 McKeen Pl, Monroe, LA 71201
100 units · 1 BR
- Apply through Housing Authority of Monroe
- Residents waited about 2 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
- Most residents are 62 or older
Housing authority: (318) 388-1500Directions
How to apply
- Apply through Housing Authority of Monroe. They run this development and take applications.
- Call the housing authority at (318) 388-1500.
- These records do not show openings — call to confirm vacancies and waiting lists.
At this building
- Bedrooms (estimated)
- 100 1 bedroom
- Average tenant rent
- $380/mo
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- Apply through Housing Authority of Monroe
- Residents waited about 1 month to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
- Most residents are 62 or older
Rents and income limits in 71201
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,030/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $41,200/yr
- Renters in 71201 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 56%
Income limits (2026)
Monroe, LA area · median family income $78,700. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $16,500 | $27,500 | $44,000 |
| 2 | $21,640 | $31,400 | $50,250 |
| 3 | $27,320 | $35,350 | $56,500 |
| 4 | $33,000 | $39,250 | $62,800 |
| 5 | $38,680 | $42,400 | $67,850 |
| 6 | $44,360 | $45,550 | $72,850 |
| 7 | $48,650 | $48,650 | $77,900 |
| 8 | $51,850 | $51,850 | $82,900 |
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 | 71201 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $790 | $782 |
| 1 bedroom | $800 | $794 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,030 | $1,017 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,330 | $1,314 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,350 | $1,337 |
Wider area = Monroe, LA. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 4 nearby ZIPs range from $1,030 (71212) to $1,130 (71203).
Census figures for 71201 (2020–2024 average): median rent $950. Median household income $65,446. 44% of homes are rented. 56% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 37% 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 71201's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 71201Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply to McKeen Plaza I?
Apply through Housing Authority of Monroe, which runs McKeen Plaza I. Call (318) 388-1500. Do not treat a walk-up at the building as the application. These records do not show openings.
Is McKeen Plaza I Section 8 housing?
McKeen Plaza I 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 McKeen Plaza I?
Public records list 100 units at McKeen Plaza I in Monroe, LA 71201. That is a building size, not a count of open apartments.
Are there other affordable apartments near McKeen Plaza I?
Yes — this page lists other income-restricted buildings in 71201 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 McKeen Plaza I?
Call the number on this page and ask about the waiting list or how to apply at McKeen Plaza I in Monroe, LA 71201. 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 Monroe, LA 71201?
Most income-restricted buildings in Monroe, LA 71201 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 $27,500, and $39,250 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($44,000 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 Monroe, LA 71201?
For many programs in Monroe, LA 71201, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $27,500 a year for 1 person and $39,250 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $44,000 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 Monroe, LA 71201?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Monroe, LA 71201, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Monroe, LA 71201 is $1,030 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 McKeen Plaza I take Section 8 vouchers?
This file does not say that McKeen Plaza I has a project-based Section 8 contract. Some landlords in Monroe, LA 71201 accept Housing Choice Vouchers; you have to ask. Apply for a voucher with the housing authority, then call McKeen Plaza I.
Sources: HUD LIHTC database, 2024 (released Apr 2026); HUD Multifamily Assisted Properties, Oct 2026; HUD Public Housing Developments, Oct 2026. Not affiliated with HUD or USDA. Details can be out of date — confirm with the property before applying. Report a correction.