Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Boutte, LA 70039
2 affordable buildings in 70039 · 5 more within 9 mi
Boutte, LA 70039 has 2 income-restricted buildings: 1 tax credit and 1 public housing. 5 more are listed within 9 miles. These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
In 70039
Boutte-Des Allemands-Hahnville
200 Boutte Estates Dr, Boutte, LA 70039
129 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Housing Authority of St. Charles Parish
- Residents waited about 16 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
- Several buildings — call for addresses
Lancelot Square Apartments
100 Lance Lane, Luling, LA 70039
72 units
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
No buildings in 70039 match this filter.
Nearby
Raintree Court Apts.
121 Pioneer Drive, Hahnville, LA 70057
6.3 mi away
32 units · 1–2 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 70039
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,470/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $58,800/yr
- Renters in 70039 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 23%
Income limits (2026)
New Orleans-Metairie, LA area · median family income $88,600. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $18,650 | $31,050 | $49,650 |
| 2 | $21,640 | $35,450 | $56,750 |
| 3 | $27,320 | $39,900 | $63,850 |
| 4 | $33,000 | $44,300 | $70,900 |
| 5 | $38,680 | $47,850 | $76,600 |
| 6 | $44,360 | $51,400 | $82,250 |
| 7 | $50,040 | $54,950 | $87,950 |
| 8 | $55,720 | $58,500 | $93,600 |
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 | 70039 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,090 | $1,096 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,220 | $1,229 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,470 | $1,480 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,890 | $1,900 |
| 4 bedrooms | $2,220 | $2,233 |
Wider area = New Orleans-Metairie, LA. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 8 nearby ZIPs range from $1,210 (70087) to $2,020 (70030).
Census figures for 70039 (2020–2024 average): Median household income $67,727 (uncertain estimate). 29% of homes are rented. 23% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 23% pay half or more.
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 70039's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 70039Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Boutte, LA 70039?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Boutte, LA 70039, 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 Boutte, LA 70039 have openings?
These lists for Boutte, LA 70039 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 Boutte, LA 70039?
Use the phone number on each building card in Boutte, LA 70039. 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 Boutte, LA 70039?
In Boutte, LA 70039, 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 ZIP 70039?
This directory lists 2 income-restricted buildings in Boutte, LA 70039. The list does not show vacancies — call each property or the housing authority to ask about openings and waiting lists.
Is there affordable housing near 70039?
Yes — this page also lists 5 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Boutte, LA 70039 (within about 9 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Boutte, LA 70039?
Most income-restricted buildings in Boutte, LA 70039 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 $31,050, and $44,300 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($49,650 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 Boutte, LA 70039?
For many programs in Boutte, LA 70039, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $31,050 a year for 1 person and $44,300 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $49,650 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 Boutte, LA 70039?
There is no single waiting list for Boutte, LA 70039. 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 Boutte, LA 70039?
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. This page lists public housing, tax-credit apartments in Boutte, LA 70039. Estimate voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
How much rent do you pay for low-income housing in Boutte, LA 70039?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Boutte, LA 70039, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Boutte, LA 70039 is $1,470 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 Boutte, LA 70039?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Boutte, LA 70039. 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 Boutte, LA 70039?
This page may still list buildings in Boutte, LA 70039 that accept seniors without being senior-only. Use the filters and call to ask about age set-asides.
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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.
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