Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Violet, LA 70092
No income-restricted buildings are listed in 70092 — here are the closest ones.
No income-restricted buildings are listed in Violet, LA 70092. 58 income-restricted buildings are listed nearby (within about 10 miles). These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
Closest to 70092
The 20 closest of 58 in nearby ZIPs. Pick a ZIP below to see all of them.
Sugar Mill Apts
1979 Sugar Mill Dr, St Bernard, LA 70085
2.7 mi away
32 units · 1–2 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
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
Boyd Manor
6440 General Meyer Ave, New Orleans, LA 70131
3.8 mi away
40 units · 38 income-restricted · 1 BR
Orleans Place
3935 Jennifer Street, New Orleans, LA 70131
5.1 mi away
60 units · 3 BR
- Several buildings — call for addresses
Holly Park Apts
3300 Preston Pl, New Orleans, LA 70131
5.4 mi away
81 units · 1–3 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Magnolia Parks Apts
4000 Rose Avenue, Chalmette, LA 70043
5.5 mi away
72 units · 50 income-restricted · 2–3 BR
Indiana Homes
Indiana Ave, New Orleans, LA 70131
6 mi away
60 units · 3 BR
- Several buildings — call for addresses
Parc Place Apartments
8120 W Judge Perez Drive, Chalmette, LA 70043
6.5 mi away
72 units · 50 income-restricted · 2–3 BR
Riverview Apts
8149 W. St. Bernard Hwy, Chalmette, LA 70043
6.5 mi away
72 units · 50 income-restricted · 2–3 BR
Wood Crest / the Woodlands
7900 Patricia Street, Chalmette, LA 70043
7 mi away
72 units · 50 income-restricted · 2–3 BR
Belmont Village
720 Carrollwood Village Drive, Gretna, LA 70056
7.2 mi away
204 units · 41 income-restricted · 1 BR
Forest Park Apartments
3708 Garden Oaks, New Orleans, LA 70114
7.7 mi away
284 units · 1–3 BR
- Several buildings — call for addresses
Delery Street Apts
826 Delery St, New Orleans, LA 70117
7.9 mi away
4 units · 2 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Villa St. Maurice
500 Saint Maurice Ave, New Orleans, LA 70117
8 mi away
77 units · 60 income-restricted · 1 BR
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Rents and income limits in 70092
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,420/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $56,800/yr
- Renters in 70092 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 96%
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 | 70092 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,050 | $1,096 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,180 | $1,229 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,420 | $1,480 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,820 | $1,900 |
| 4 bedrooms | $2,140 | $2,233 |
Wider area = New Orleans-Metairie, LA. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 9 nearby ZIPs range from $1,210 (70032) to $1,500 (70117).
Census figures for 70092 (2020–2024 average): median rent $898. Median household income $57,188. 12% of homes are rented. 96% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 57% 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 70092's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 70092Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Violet, LA 70092?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Violet, LA 70092, 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 Violet, LA 70092 have openings?
These lists for Violet, LA 70092 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 Violet, LA 70092?
Use the phone number on each building card in Violet, LA 70092. 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 Violet, LA 70092?
In Violet, LA 70092, 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 70092?
No income-restricted buildings are listed in ZIP 70092 right now. 58 nearby buildings are shown on this page. Call to confirm openings.
Is there affordable housing near 70092?
Yes — this page also lists 58 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Violet, LA 70092 (within about 10 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Violet, LA 70092?
Most income-restricted buildings in Violet, LA 70092 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 Violet, LA 70092?
For many programs in Violet, LA 70092, 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 Violet, LA 70092?
There is no single waiting list for Violet, LA 70092. 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 Violet, LA 70092?
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 Violet, LA 70092?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Violet, LA 70092, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Violet, LA 70092 is $1,420 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 Violet, LA 70092?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Violet, LA 70092. 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 Violet, LA 70092?
This page may still list buildings in Violet, LA 70092 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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