Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Chalmette, LA 70044
No income-restricted buildings are listed in 70044 — here are the closest ones.
No income-restricted buildings are listed in Chalmette, LA 70044. 83 income-restricted buildings are listed nearby (within about 7 miles). These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
Closest to 70044
The 20 closest of 83 in nearby ZIPs. Pick a ZIP below to see all of them.
Magnolia Parks Apts
4000 Rose Avenue, Chalmette, LA 70043
1.1 mi away
72 units · 50 income-restricted · 2–3 BR
Parc Place Apartments
8120 W Judge Perez Drive, Chalmette, LA 70043
2.1 mi away
72 units · 50 income-restricted · 2–3 BR
Wood Crest / the Woodlands
7900 Patricia Street, Chalmette, LA 70043
2.2 mi away
72 units · 50 income-restricted · 2–3 BR
Riverview Apts
8149 W. St. Bernard Hwy, Chalmette, LA 70043
2.7 mi away
72 units · 50 income-restricted · 2–3 BR
St. Bernard II / dba Metairie IV (Related), P-R4P
2300 Archbishop Hannan Blvd, Meraux, LA 70075
2.9 mi away
82 units · Studio–1 BR
Lower Nine Rising
1625 Gordon St, 1626 Charbonnet St, 1630 Gordon St, New Orleans, LA 70117
3.5 mi away
72 units
Delery Street Apts
826 Delery St, New Orleans, LA 70117
3.6 mi away
4 units · 2 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Rising Sun Homes
1420 Charbonnet Street, New Orleans, LA 70117
3.7 mi away
33 units · Studio–1 BR
- Several buildings — call for addresses
Peace Lake Towers
9025 Chef Menteur Hwy, New Orleans, LA 70127
3.8 mi away
131 units · 130 income-restricted · 1 BR · People with disabilities
Villa St. Maurice
500 Saint Maurice Ave, New Orleans, LA 70117
3.8 mi away
77 units · 60 income-restricted · 1 BR
Holly Park Apts
3300 Preston Pl, New Orleans, LA 70131
3.9 mi away
81 units · 1–3 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Orleans Place
3935 Jennifer Street, New Orleans, LA 70131
4.2 mi away
60 units · 3 BR
- Several buildings — call for addresses
Boyd Manor
6440 General Meyer Ave, New Orleans, LA 70131
4.3 mi away
40 units · 38 income-restricted · 1 BR
Le Parc aka Gentilly Ridge Apts
7245-50 Chef Menteur, New Orleans, LA 70126
4.4 mi away
80 units · Studio–2 BR
Indiana Homes
Indiana Ave, New Orleans, LA 70131
4.4 mi away
60 units · 3 BR
- Several buildings — call for addresses
Blueberry Hill Homes
30 Lot Scattered Site in Lower Ninth Ward., New Orleans, LA 70117
4.6 mi away
41 units · 3 BR
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 70044
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,330/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $53,200/yr
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 | 70044 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $980 | $1,096 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,100 | $1,229 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,330 | $1,480 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,710 | $1,900 |
| 4 bedrooms | $2,010 | $2,233 |
Wider area = New Orleans-Metairie, LA. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 12 nearby ZIPs range from $1,210 (70032) to $1,540 (70116).
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 70044's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 70044Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Chalmette, LA 70044?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Chalmette, LA 70044, 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 Chalmette, LA 70044 have openings?
These lists for Chalmette, LA 70044 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 Chalmette, LA 70044?
Use the phone number on each building card in Chalmette, LA 70044. 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 Chalmette, LA 70044?
In Chalmette, LA 70044, 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 70044?
No income-restricted buildings are listed in ZIP 70044 right now. 83 nearby buildings are shown on this page. Call to confirm openings.
Is there affordable housing near 70044?
Yes — this page also lists 83 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Chalmette, LA 70044 (within about 7 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Chalmette, LA 70044?
Most income-restricted buildings in Chalmette, LA 70044 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 Chalmette, LA 70044?
For many programs in Chalmette, LA 70044, 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 Chalmette, LA 70044?
There is no single waiting list for Chalmette, LA 70044. 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 Chalmette, LA 70044?
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 Chalmette, LA 70044?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Chalmette, LA 70044, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Chalmette, LA 70044 is $1,330 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 Chalmette, LA 70044?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Chalmette, LA 70044. 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 Chalmette, LA 70044?
This page may still list buildings in Chalmette, LA 70044 that accept seniors without being senior-only. Use the filters and call to ask about age set-asides.
Nearby ZIP codes
Sources: HUD LIHTC database, 2024 (released Apr 2026); HUD Multifamily Assisted Properties, Oct 2026. Not affiliated with HUD or USDA. Details can be out of date — confirm with the property before applying.
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