Jacquet & Wise — Income-Restricted Housing in Morgan City, LA 70380
193 Mallard St, Morgan City, LA 70380
293 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Housing Authority of the City of Morgan City
- Residents waited about 2 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Housing authority: (985) 384-5118Directions
How to apply
- Apply through Housing Authority of the City of Morgan City. They run this development and take applications.
- Call the housing authority at (985) 384-5118.
- These records do not show openings — call to confirm vacancies and waiting lists.
At this building
- Bedrooms (estimated)
- 107 1 bedroom · 101 2 bedrooms · 85 3 bedrooms
- Average tenant rent
- $318/mo
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Nearby income-restricted buildings
Morgan City aka Tiger Island Senior Apartments
735 David Drive, Morgan City, LA 70380
0.8 mi away
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Margaret Crappel
705 Fortins St, Berwick, LA 70342
2.2 mi away
128 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Housing Authority of the Town of Berwick
- Residents waited about 3 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Bayside Village Apt
3522 Highway 182, Berwick, LA 70342
3 mi away
44 units · 1–3 BR
- 2 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Assumption Apts
186 Highway 1008, Napoleonville, LA 70390
18.6 mi away
10 units · 2 BR
- 2 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Assumption Senior Citizens Apts
174 Highway 1008, Napoleonville, LA 70390
18.6 mi away
20 units · 1–2 BR
Rents and income limits in 70380
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,020/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $40,800/yr
- Renters in 70380 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 45%
Income limits (2026)
Assumption Parish, LA area · median family income $77,600. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $16,350 | $27,200 | $43,500 |
| 2 | $21,640 | $31,050 | $49,700 |
| 3 | $27,320 | $34,950 | $55,900 |
| 4 | $33,000 | $38,800 | $62,100 |
| 5 | $38,680 | $41,950 | $67,100 |
| 6 | $44,360 | $45,050 | $72,050 |
| 7 | $48,150 | $48,150 | $77,050 |
| 8 | $51,250 | $51,250 | $82,000 |
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 | 70380 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $780 | $758 |
| 1 bedroom | $810 | $762 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,020 | $932 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,340 | $1,242 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,650 | $1,495 |
Wider area = Assumption Parish, LA. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 4 nearby ZIPs range from $890 (70342) to $1,380 (70372).
Census figures for 70380 (2020–2024 average): median rent $883. Median household income $54,595. 31% of homes are rented. 45% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 23% 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 70380's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 70380Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply to Jacquet & Wise?
Apply through Housing Authority of the City of Morgan City, which runs Jacquet & Wise. Call (985) 384-5118. Do not treat a walk-up at the building as the application. These records do not show openings.
Is Jacquet & Wise Section 8 housing?
Jacquet & Wise 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 Jacquet & Wise?
Public records list 293 units at Jacquet & Wise in Morgan City, LA 70380. That is a building size, not a count of open apartments.
Are there other affordable apartments near Jacquet & Wise?
Yes — this page lists other income-restricted buildings in 70380 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 Jacquet & Wise?
Call the number on this page and ask about the waiting list or how to apply at Jacquet & Wise in Morgan City, LA 70380. 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 Morgan City, LA 70380?
Most income-restricted buildings in Morgan City, LA 70380 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 $27,200, and $38,800 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($43,500 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 Morgan City, LA 70380?
For many programs in Morgan City, LA 70380, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $27,200 a year for 1 person and $38,800 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $43,500 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 Morgan City, LA 70380?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Morgan City, LA 70380, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Morgan City, LA 70380 is $1,020 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 Jacquet & Wise take Section 8 vouchers?
This file does not say that Jacquet & Wise has a project-based Section 8 contract. Some landlords in Morgan City, LA 70380 accept Housing Choice Vouchers; you have to ask. Apply for a voucher with the housing authority, then call Jacquet & Wise.
Sources: HUD LIHTC database, 2024 (released Apr 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.