Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Watson, LA
No income-restricted buildings are listed in Watson.
No income-restricted buildings are listed in Watson, LA. These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
ZIP codes in Watson
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Rents and income limits in 70786
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,150/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $46,000/yr
Income limits (2026)
Baton Rouge, LA area · median family income $94,500. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $19,850 | $33,100 | $52,950 |
| 2 | $22,700 | $37,800 | $60,500 |
| 3 | $27,320 | $42,550 | $68,050 |
| 4 | $33,000 | $47,250 | $75,600 |
| 5 | $38,680 | $51,050 | $81,650 |
| 6 | $44,360 | $54,850 | $87,700 |
| 7 | $50,040 | $58,600 | $93,750 |
| 8 | $55,720 | $62,400 | $99,800 |
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 | 70786 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $990 | $992 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,010 | $1,014 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,150 | $1,149 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,460 | $1,456 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,840 | $1,842 |
Wider area = Baton Rouge, LA. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 7 nearby ZIPs range from $1,090 (70785) to $1,540 (70739).
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 70786's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 70786Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Watson, LA?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Watson, LA, including project-based Section 8 apartments (the subsidy stays with the unit), public housing, tax-credit, and USDA rural rentals. Housing Choice Vouchers are different: you apply with the local housing authority and can use them at a private landlord. Estimate your voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
Do affordable housing buildings in Watson, LA have openings?
These lists for Watson, LA don't show openings. Call the property (or the housing authority, for public housing) to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
How do I apply for affordable housing in Watson, LA?
Use the phone number on each building card in Watson, LA. Public housing is run by the local housing authority — apply with them, not at the building. USDA rural rentals can also be found through USDA's property search.
What counts as affordable housing in Watson, LA?
In Watson, LA, this directory lists income-restricted rentals from HUD tax-credit (LIHTC) records, public housing, HUD-assisted buildings (including project-based Section 8, 202, and 811), and USDA Rural Development.
How many affordable housing buildings are in Watson, LA?
No income-restricted buildings are listed in Watson, LA right now. Nearby ZIP codes on this page may still have buildings you can call.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Watson, LA?
Most income-restricted buildings in Watson, LA 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 $33,100, and $47,250 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($52,950 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 Watson, LA?
For many programs in Watson, LA, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $33,100 a year for 1 person and $47,250 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $52,950 for 1 person. Tax-credit buildings often use 60% of median income. Confirm with the property — they can be stricter.
How long is the waiting list for Section 8 in Watson, LA?
There is no single waiting list for Watson, LA. Public housing, project-based Section 8, and tax-credit buildings each keep their own list. Housing Choice Voucher lists at the housing authority open only sometimes and can stay closed for years. This directory does not show which lists are open — call the number on each card. Some public housing cards show HUD's reported wait in months.
What is the difference between Section 8 and public housing in Watson, LA?
Public housing is owned by a housing authority — you apply with that agency, not at the building. Project-based Section 8 is a HUD contract on a private building; the subsidy stays with the apartment. A Housing Choice Voucher is different: you apply with the housing authority and can use it at a landlord who takes it. Estimate voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
How much rent do you pay for low-income housing in Watson, LA?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Watson, LA, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Watson, LA is $1,150 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.
Can I use a Section 8 voucher at affordable apartments in Watson, LA?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Watson, LA. Project-based Section 8 units already have a subsidy on the apartment — you apply there, not with a tenant voucher. For a voucher, apply with the housing authority, then ask each landlord. Estimate your share with the Section 8 calculator.
Is there senior affordable housing in Watson, LA?
This page may still list buildings in Watson, LA that accept seniors without being senior-only. Use the filters and call to ask about age set-asides.