Affordable & Low-Income Housing in New Orleans, LA 70162
No income-restricted buildings are listed in 70162 — here are the closest ones.
No income-restricted buildings are listed in New Orleans, LA 70162. 145 income-restricted buildings are listed nearby (within about 3 miles). These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
Closest to 70162
The 20 closest of 145 in nearby ZIPs. Pick a ZIP below to see all of them.
Iberville on-Site Phase II
215 Treme Street, New Orleans, LA 70112
0.2 mi away
75 units · 30 income-restricted · 1–2 BR
Bienville Basin 5
327 Treme St, New Orleans, LA 70112
0.2 mi away
80 units · 24 income-restricted
- Apply through Housing Authority of New Orleans
- Several buildings — call for addresses
Bienville Basin 1
1401 Iberville St, New Orleans, LA 70112
0.3 mi away
152 units · 56 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Housing Authority of New Orleans
- Residents waited about 62 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Bienville Basin 2
1511 Iberville St, New Orleans, LA 70112
0.3 mi away
75 units · 25 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Housing Authority of New Orleans
- Residents waited about 34 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
200 Carondelet
200 Carondelet Street, New Orleans, LA 70130
0.3 mi away
189 units · 76 income-restricted · Studio–1 BR
Iberville on-Site
303 Basin Street, New Orleans, LA 70112
0.3 mi away
257 units · 142 income-restricted · 1–2 BR
Bienville Basin 3
1201 Bienville St, New Orleans, LA 70112
0.3 mi away
105 units · 36 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Housing Authority of New Orleans
- Residents waited about 95 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Iberville on-Site Phase V
302 Marais Street, New Orleans, LA 70112
0.3 mi away
80 units · 32 income-restricted · 1–2 BR
Iberville on-Site Phase IV
1575 Iberville Street, New Orleans, LA 70112
0.3 mi away
164 units · 147 income-restricted · 1–2 BR
Bienville Basin 4
1531 Bienville St, New Orleans, LA 70112
0.3 mi away
164 units · 38 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Housing Authority of New Orleans
- Residents waited about 103 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Iberville on-Site Phase VII
1511 Conti Street, New Orleans, LA 70112
0.4 mi away
56 units · 50 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
Bienville Basin 6
316 N Villere St, New Orleans, LA 70112
0.4 mi away
50 units · 17 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Housing Authority of New Orleans
- Residents waited about 104 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
- Several buildings — call for addresses
Canal Street Sro
1801 Canal Street, New Orleans, LA 70119
0.4 mi away
70 units · Studio
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Bienville Basin 7
1512 Saint Louis St, New Orleans, LA 70112
0.5 mi away
56 units · 31 income-restricted · 1 BR
- Apply through Housing Authority of New Orleans
- Residents waited about 110 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
River Garden Historic Apts
Corner of St. Thomas/St. Mary/Felicity Streets, New Orleans, LA 70130
0.5 mi away
35 units · 1–2 BR
City Square 162
1501 Saint Louis St, New Orleans, LA 70112
0.5 mi away
76 units · 30 income-restricted · 1–2 BR
- Apply through Housing Authority of New Orleans
St James AME Homes
201-203 N Roman Drive, New Orleans, LA 70112
0.5 mi away
36 units · 1–2 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 70162
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,480/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $59,200/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 | New Orleans-Metairie, LA |
|---|---|
| Studio | $1,096 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,229 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,480 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,900 |
| 4 bedrooms | $2,233 |
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. 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 70162's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 70162Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in New Orleans, LA 70162?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in New Orleans, LA 70162, 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 70162 have openings?
These lists for New Orleans, LA 70162 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 70162?
Use the phone number on each building card in New Orleans, LA 70162. 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 70162?
In New Orleans, LA 70162, 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 70162?
No income-restricted buildings are listed in ZIP 70162 right now. 145 nearby buildings are shown on this page. Call to confirm openings.
Is there affordable housing near 70162?
Yes — this page also lists 145 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near New Orleans, LA 70162 (within about 3 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in New Orleans, LA 70162?
Most income-restricted buildings in New Orleans, LA 70162 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 70162?
For many programs in New Orleans, LA 70162, 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 70162?
There is no single waiting list for New Orleans, LA 70162. 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 70162?
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 70162?
In public housing and most Section 8 in New Orleans, LA 70162, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near New Orleans, LA 70162 is $1,480 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 70162?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in New Orleans, LA 70162. 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 70162?
This page may still list buildings in New Orleans, LA 70162 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 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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