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St. Bernadette Manor I — Income-Restricted Housing in Opelousas, LA 70570

1254 School Board Ln, Opelousas, LA 70570

HUD 811 (disability)

15 units · 14 income-restricted · 1 BR · People with disabilities

Leasing office: (337) 594-8801Directions

How to apply

  1. Call the leasing office at (337) 594-8801 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
2005
Bedrooms
14 1 bedroom
HUD inspection
HUD inspection score: 92/100 (Aug 2025) 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 70570

Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
$890/mo
Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
$35,600/yr
Renters in 70570 paying 30% or more of income on rent
48%

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.

PeopleExtremely 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.

Size70570Wider 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 4 nearby ZIPs range from $890 (70550) to $1,120 (70584).

Census figures for 70570 (2020–2024 average): median rent $751. Median household income $44,612. 29% of homes are rented. 48% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 22% 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 70570's fair market rent.

Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 70570

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I apply to St. Bernadette Manor I?

Call (337) 594-8801 and ask about applying, vacancies, and waiting lists at St. Bernadette Manor I in Opelousas, LA 70570. These records do not show openings.

Is St. Bernadette Manor I Section 8 housing?

St. Bernadette Manor I 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 St. Bernadette Manor I?

Public records list 15 units at St. Bernadette Manor I in Opelousas, LA 70570. That is a building size, not a count of open apartments.

Are there other affordable apartments near St. Bernadette Manor I?

Yes — this page lists other income-restricted buildings in 70570 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 St. Bernadette Manor I?

Call the number on this page and ask about the waiting list or how to apply at St. Bernadette Manor I in Opelousas, LA 70570. 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 Opelousas, LA 70570?

Most income-restricted buildings in Opelousas, LA 70570 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 Opelousas, LA 70570?

For many programs in Opelousas, LA 70570, 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 Opelousas, LA 70570?

In public housing and most Section 8 in Opelousas, LA 70570, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Opelousas, LA 70570 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 St. Bernadette Manor I take Section 8 vouchers?

St. Bernadette Manor I 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; 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.