Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Morgan City, LA 70381
No income-restricted buildings are listed in 70381 — here are the closest ones.
No income-restricted buildings are listed in Morgan City, LA 70381. 6 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 70381
Bayside Village Apt
3522 Highway 182, Berwick, LA 70342
1.3 mi away
44 units · 1–3 BR
- 2 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Margaret Crappel
705 Fortins St, Berwick, LA 70342
2.3 mi away
128 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Housing Authority of the Town of Berwick
- Residents waited about 3 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
A-B-C
411 Grout St, Patterson, LA 70392
2.9 mi away
106 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Housing Authority of the Town of Patterson
- Residents waited about 3 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Sugar Ridge Village Apts
521 Tiffany St, Patterson, LA 70392
3.3 mi away
44 units · 1–3 BR
- 18 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Morgan City aka Tiger Island Senior Apartments
735 David Drive, Morgan City, LA 70380
3.9 mi away
44 units
Jacquet & Wise
193 Mallard St, Morgan City, LA 70380
3.9 mi away
293 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Housing Authority of the City of Morgan City
- Residents waited about 2 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 70381
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,000/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $40,000/yr
Income limits (2026)
St. Mary Parish, LA area · median family income $69,600. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $15,960 | $24,400 | $39,000 |
| 2 | $21,640 | $27,850 | $44,600 |
| 3 | $27,320 | $31,350 | $50,150 |
| 4 | $33,000 | $34,800 | $55,700 |
| 5 | $37,600 | $37,600 | $60,200 |
| 6 | $40,400 | $40,400 | $64,650 |
| 7 | $43,200 | $43,200 | $69,100 |
| 8 | $45,950 | $45,950 | $73,550 |
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 | 70381 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $760 | $757 |
| 1 bedroom | $760 | $762 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,000 | $997 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,320 | $1,321 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,640 | $1,633 |
Wider area = St. Mary Parish, LA. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 4 nearby ZIPs range from $890 (70342) to $1,020 (70380).
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 70381's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 70381Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Morgan City, LA 70381?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Morgan City, LA 70381, 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 Morgan City, LA 70381 have openings?
These lists for Morgan City, LA 70381 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 Morgan City, LA 70381?
Use the phone number on each building card in Morgan City, LA 70381. 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 Morgan City, LA 70381?
In Morgan City, LA 70381, 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 70381?
No income-restricted buildings are listed in ZIP 70381 right now. 6 nearby buildings are shown on this page. Call to confirm openings.
Is there affordable housing near 70381?
Yes — this page also lists 6 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Morgan City, LA 70381 (within about 10 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Morgan City, LA 70381?
Most income-restricted buildings in Morgan City, LA 70381 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 $24,400, and $34,800 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($39,000 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 Morgan City, LA 70381?
For many programs in Morgan City, LA 70381, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $24,400 a year for 1 person and $34,800 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $39,000 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 Morgan City, LA 70381?
There is no single waiting list for Morgan City, LA 70381. 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 Morgan City, LA 70381?
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 Morgan City, LA 70381?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Morgan City, LA 70381, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Morgan City, LA 70381 is $1,000 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 Morgan City, LA 70381?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Morgan City, LA 70381. 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 Morgan City, LA 70381?
This page may still list buildings in Morgan City, LA 70381 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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