Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Gretna, LA 70053
4 affordable buildings in 70053 · 129 more within 4 mi
Gretna, LA 70053 has 4 income-restricted buildings: 4 tax credit and 2 senior. 129 more are listed within 4 miles. These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
In 70053
Willow Ridge Apts
441 NW Third St, Gretna, LA 70053
32 units · 1–2 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
No buildings in 70053 match this filter.
Nearby
The 20 closest of 129 in nearby ZIPs. Pick a ZIP below to see all of them.
King Friedrichs
161 Friedrichs Rd, Terrytown (Census Name, LA 70056
0.7 mi away
75 units · 68 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
Britton Place Apartments
600 Nel Court, Gretna, LA 70056
0.8 mi away
32 units · 30 income-restricted · 2 BR
Ballinger Oaks
1117 Whitney Ave, Gretna, LA 70056
0.9 mi away
201 units · Studio–3 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Residences at Tallow Tree
1040 Tallow Tree Lane, Harvey, LA 70058
1.1 mi away
78 units
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Fischer IV
2004 L B Landry Ave, New Orleans, LA 70114
1.2 mi away
108 units · 10 income-restricted
- Apply through Housing Authority of New Orleans
River Gardens CS II
1840 Saint Thomas St, New Orleans, LA 70130
1.3 mi away
311 units · 124 income-restricted · 1–2 BR
- Apply through Housing Authority of New Orleans
- Residents waited about 36 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Fischer III
1717 Hero St, New Orleans, LA 70114
1.3 mi away
103 units · 67 income-restricted · 2–3 BR
- Apply through Housing Authority of New Orleans
- Residents waited about 58 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Fischer IVA
1501 Shepard St, New Orleans, LA 70114
1.3 mi away
16 units · 3 BR
- Apply through Housing Authority of New Orleans
- Residents waited about 111 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Westchase Apts
1013 Manhattan Blvd, Harvey, LA 70058
1.4 mi away
380 units · Studio–2 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Friendship House
1608 Carol Sue Avenue, Terrytown, LA 70056
1.4 mi away
14 units · 1 BR · People with disabilities
Fischer I
1924 Hendee St, New Orleans, LA 70114
1.4 mi away
20 units · 2–4+ BR · People with disabilities
- Apply through Housing Authority of New Orleans
Madison Square
1050 Manhattan Blvd, Harvey, LA 70058
1.4 mi away
320 units · 1–3 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Fischer Senior Village
1810 Leboeuf Ct, New Orleans, LA 70114
1.4 mi away
100 units · 1–2 BR
- Apply through Housing Authority of New Orleans
- Residents waited about 67 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
- Most residents are 62 or older
Kraft Place Apts I
2347 Kraft Pl, New Orleans, LA 70114
1.5 mi away
2 units · 2 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Arbor Place
735 Heritage Avenue, Terrytown, LA 70056
1.5 mi away
136 units · 68 income-restricted · 2 BR
- Several buildings — call for addresses
Kraft Place Apts III
2332 Kraft Pl, New Orleans, LA 70114
1.5 mi away
2 units · 2 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Kraft Place Apts II
2324 Kraft Pl, New Orleans, LA 70114
1.5 mi away
2 units · 2 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
River Garden LGD1
913 Felicity Street, New Orleans, LA 70130
1.5 mi away
296 units · 122 income-restricted · 2 BR
River Gardens Phase I (CS 1)
841 Josephine St, New Orleans, LA 70130
1.5 mi away
297 units · 122 income-restricted · Studio
- Apply through Housing Authority of New Orleans
- Residents waited about 36 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 70053
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,270/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $50,800/yr
- Renters in 70053 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 70%
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 | 70053 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $940 | $1,096 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,050 | $1,229 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,270 | $1,480 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,630 | $1,900 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,920 | $2,233 |
Wider area = New Orleans-Metairie, LA. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 12 nearby ZIPs range from $1,230 (70113) to $2,220 (70130).
Census figures for 70053 (2020–2024 average): median rent $1,060. Median household income $39,950. 53% of homes are rented. 70% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 53% 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 70053's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 70053Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Gretna, LA 70053?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Gretna, LA 70053, 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 Gretna, LA 70053 have openings?
These lists for Gretna, LA 70053 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 Gretna, LA 70053?
Use the phone number on each building card in Gretna, LA 70053. 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 Gretna, LA 70053?
In Gretna, LA 70053, 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 70053?
This directory lists 4 income-restricted buildings in Gretna, LA 70053. 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 70053?
Yes — this page also lists 129 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Gretna, LA 70053 (within about 4 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Gretna, LA 70053?
Most income-restricted buildings in Gretna, LA 70053 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 Gretna, LA 70053?
For many programs in Gretna, LA 70053, 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 Gretna, LA 70053?
There is no single waiting list for Gretna, LA 70053. 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 Gretna, LA 70053?
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 tax-credit apartments in Gretna, LA 70053. Estimate voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
How much rent do you pay for low-income housing in Gretna, LA 70053?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Gretna, LA 70053, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Gretna, LA 70053 is $1,270 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 Gretna, LA 70053?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Gretna, LA 70053. 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 Gretna, LA 70053?
Yes — this directory flags senior (often 62+) buildings in Gretna, LA 70053. Use the Seniors filter on the list. Age rules vary; call to confirm.
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Sources: HUD LIHTC database, 2024 (released Apr 2026); HUD Multifamily Assisted Properties, Oct 2026; HUD Public Housing Developments, Oct 2026. Not affiliated with HUD or USDA. Details can be out of date — confirm with the property before applying.
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