Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Paradis, LA 70080
1 affordable building in 70080 · 4 more within 9 mi
Paradis, LA 70080 has 1 income-restricted building: 1 tax credit and 1 usda rural. 4 more are listed within 9 miles. These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
In 70080
No buildings in 70080 match this filter.
Nearby
Boutte-Des Allemands-Hahnville
200 Boutte Estates Dr, Boutte, LA 70039
3.3 mi away
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
4.7 mi away
72 units
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Raintree Court Apts.
121 Pioneer Drive, Hahnville, LA 70057
6.5 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 70080
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,780/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $71,200/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 | 70080 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,320 | $1,096 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,480 | $1,229 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,780 | $1,480 |
| 3 bedrooms | $2,280 | $1,900 |
| 4 bedrooms | $2,670 | $2,233 |
Wider area = New Orleans-Metairie, LA. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 7 nearby ZIPs range from $1,340 (70079) to $2,020 (70030).
Census figures for 70080 (2020–2024 average): Median household income $61,637 (uncertain estimate). 7% of homes are rented.
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 70080's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 70080Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Paradis, LA 70080?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Paradis, LA 70080, 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 Paradis, LA 70080 have openings?
These lists for Paradis, LA 70080 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 Paradis, LA 70080?
Use the phone number on each building card in Paradis, LA 70080. 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 Paradis, LA 70080?
In Paradis, LA 70080, 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 70080?
This directory lists 1 income-restricted building in Paradis, LA 70080. 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 70080?
Yes — this page also lists 4 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Paradis, LA 70080 (within about 9 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Paradis, LA 70080?
Most income-restricted buildings in Paradis, LA 70080 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 Paradis, LA 70080?
For many programs in Paradis, LA 70080, 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 Paradis, LA 70080?
There is no single waiting list for Paradis, LA 70080. 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 Paradis, LA 70080?
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 Paradis, LA 70080. Estimate voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
How much rent do you pay for low-income housing in Paradis, LA 70080?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Paradis, LA 70080, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Paradis, LA 70080 is $1,780 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 Paradis, LA 70080?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Paradis, LA 70080. 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 Paradis, LA 70080?
This page may still list buildings in Paradis, LA 70080 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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