Affordable & Low-Income Housing in New Orleans, LA 70158
No income-restricted buildings are listed in 70158 — here are the closest ones.
No income-restricted buildings are listed in New Orleans, LA 70158. 117 income-restricted buildings are listed nearby (within about 4 miles). These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
Closest to 70158
The 20 closest of 117 in nearby ZIPs. Pick a ZIP below to see all of them.
River Gardens CS II
1840 Saint Thomas St, New Orleans, LA 70130
0.3 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)
River Gardens Phase I (CS 1)
841 Josephine St, New Orleans, LA 70130
0.4 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)
River Garden LGD1
913 Felicity Street, New Orleans, LA 70130
0.5 mi away
296 units · 122 income-restricted · 2 BR
Willow Ridge Apts
441 NW Third St, Gretna, LA 70053
0.6 mi away
32 units · 1–2 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Josephine Apts
1215 Josephine St, New Orleans, LA 70130
0.7 mi away
52 units · 18 income-restricted · Studio
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
St Joseph Phase II
606 7th St, 735 Newton St, 738 Lafayette St, Gretna, LA 70053
0.8 mi away
52 units · 1 BR
The Muses
1740 Barrone Street, New Orleans, LA 70113
1.2 mi away
211 units · 80 income-restricted · 1–4+ BR
Gchp-Mlk
1931MARTIN Luther King Jr Blvd, New Orleans, LA 70113
1.2 mi away
70 units · 49 income-restricted · 1–2 BR
The Muses II
1731 Polymnia Street, New Orleans, LA 70113
1.2 mi away
52 units · 13 income-restricted · 1–2 BR
Handelman Lofts
1824-1832 Oretha Castle Haley Blvd., New Orleans, LA 70113
1.2 mi away
24 units · 1–2 BR
Cabbage Alley
1600 Baronne Avenue, New Orleans, LA 70113
1.2 mi away
48 units · 2 BR
- Several buildings — call for addresses
NINE27 Apartments
927 Poeyfarre Street, New Orleans, LA 70130
1.3 mi away
76 units · 16 income-restricted · Studio
Tivoli Place
1040 Saint Charles Ave, New Orleans, LA 70130
1.4 mi away
163 units · Studio–2 BR · People with disabilities
Cgh New Orleans I
1701 S Rampart Street, New Orleans, LA 70116
1.4 mi away
35 units · 3 BR
- Several buildings — call for addresses
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 70158
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,530/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $61,200/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 | 70158 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,130 | $1,096 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,270 | $1,229 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,530 | $1,480 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,960 | $1,900 |
| 4 bedrooms | $2,310 | $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).
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 70158's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 70158Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in New Orleans, LA 70158?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in New Orleans, LA 70158, 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 New Orleans, LA 70158 have openings?
These lists for New Orleans, LA 70158 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 New Orleans, LA 70158?
Use the phone number on each building card in New Orleans, LA 70158. 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 New Orleans, LA 70158?
In New Orleans, LA 70158, 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 70158?
No income-restricted buildings are listed in ZIP 70158 right now. 117 nearby buildings are shown on this page. Call to confirm openings.
Is there affordable housing near 70158?
Yes — this page also lists 117 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near New Orleans, LA 70158 (within about 4 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in New Orleans, LA 70158?
Most income-restricted buildings in New Orleans, LA 70158 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 New Orleans, LA 70158?
For many programs in New Orleans, LA 70158, 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 New Orleans, LA 70158?
There is no single waiting list for New Orleans, LA 70158. 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 New Orleans, LA 70158?
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 New Orleans, LA 70158?
In public housing and most Section 8 in New Orleans, LA 70158, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near New Orleans, LA 70158 is $1,530 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 New Orleans, LA 70158?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in New Orleans, LA 70158. 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 New Orleans, LA 70158?
This page may still list buildings in New Orleans, LA 70158 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; 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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