Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Broussard, LA 70518
3 affordable buildings in 70518 · 37 more within 9 mi
Broussard, LA 70518 has 3 income-restricted buildings: 2 tax credit and 2 usda rural. 37 more are listed within 9 miles. These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
In 70518
Ridgeview Apts
125 Ridgeview Dr, Broussard, LA 70518
44 units · 1–3 BR
- 5 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Village South Apartments
910 S. Morgan Rd, Broussard, LA 70518
32 units · 2–3 BR
- 4 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
No buildings in 70518 match this filter.
Nearby
The 20 closest of 37 in nearby ZIPs. Pick a ZIP below to see all of them.
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125 Romero St, Youngsville, LA 70592
4.3 mi away
20 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Housing Authority of the Town of Youngsville
- Residents waited about 5 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Somerset Apts
408 Iberia Street, Youngsville, LA 70592
4.7 mi away
47 units · 1–2 BR
- 3 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Cypress Shadows II
Beadle Road, Lafayette, LA 70508
5.1 mi away
150 units · 2 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
- Several buildings — call for addresses
South Meadows
1405 S. Martin Lurther King Jr. Drive, Saint Martinville, LA 70582
5.5 mi away
40 units · 3 BR
East Side Housing Developement
330 Olivier St, Saint Martinville, LA 70582
5.8 mi away
124 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Housing Auth. of The Town of St. Martinville
- Residents waited about 7 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Quail Hollow Apartments
100 Quail Hollow Dr, St. Martinville, LA 70582
6 mi away
48 units · 1–2 BR
- 5 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Chateau Martin Apts
100 Chateau Martin Dr., St. Martinville, LA 70582
6 mi away
32 units · 2–3 BR
- 2 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Cypress Shadows I
173 S. Beadle Road, Lafayette, LA 70508
6.1 mi away
150 units · 2 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
- Several buildings — call for addresses
Park Terrace Apartments
301 Willis St., St. Martinville, LA 70582
6.1 mi away
32 units · 1–2 BR · People with disabilities
- 2 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Cypress Gardens Apts
100 Cypress Garden St, St. Martinville, LA 70582
6.2 mi away
100 units · 92 income-restricted · 1–2 BR · People with disabilities
Elderly-Lillian Rd
123 Zim Cir, Lafayette, LA 70501
7.3 mi away
292 units · 1–2 BR
- Apply through Housing Authority of the City of Lafayette
- Residents waited about 19 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
- Several buildings — call for addresses
Parks Housing Authority
1008 Charles St, Saint Martinville, LA 70582
8 mi away
16 units · 1–2 BR
- Apply through Housing Authority of the Village of Parks
- Residents waited about 34 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
St Ritas dba St Gertrude Manor
913 Webb Street, Lafayette, LA 70501
8.1 mi away
20 units · 19 income-restricted · 1 BR · People with disabilities
Lafayette Bottle Art Lofts Phase II
100 North University Avenue, Lafayette, LA 70501
8.2 mi away
65 units · 1–2 BR
Evangeline Apts
302 Jefferson St, Lafayette, LA 70501
8.3 mi away
100 units · 10 income-restricted · 1 BR
Woodvale Place
411 Woodvale Ave, Lafayette, LA 70503
8.4 mi away
175 units · 84 income-restricted · 1–2 BR
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 70518
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,080/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $43,200/yr
- Renters in 70518 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 48%
Income limits (2026)
Lafayette, LA area · median family income $90,300. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $19,000 | $31,650 | $50,600 |
| 2 | $21,700 | $36,150 | $57,800 |
| 3 | $27,320 | $40,650 | $65,050 |
| 4 | $33,000 | $45,150 | $72,250 |
| 5 | $38,680 | $48,800 | $78,050 |
| 6 | $44,360 | $52,400 | $83,850 |
| 7 | $50,040 | $56,000 | $89,600 |
| 8 | $55,720 | $59,600 | $95,400 |
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 | 70518 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $830 | $835 |
| 1 bedroom | $960 | $971 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,080 | $1,092 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,360 | $1,375 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,600 | $1,607 |
Wider area = Lafayette, LA. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 7 nearby ZIPs range from $920 (70582) to $1,290 (70508).
Census figures for 70518 (2020–2024 average): median rent $992. Median household income $106,710. 16% of homes are rented. 48% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 14% 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 70518's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 70518Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Broussard, LA 70518?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Broussard, LA 70518, 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 Broussard, LA 70518 have openings?
These lists for Broussard, LA 70518 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 Broussard, LA 70518?
Use the phone number on each building card in Broussard, LA 70518. 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 Broussard, LA 70518?
In Broussard, LA 70518, 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 70518?
This directory lists 3 income-restricted buildings in Broussard, LA 70518. 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 70518?
Yes — this page also lists 37 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Broussard, LA 70518 (within about 9 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Broussard, LA 70518?
Most income-restricted buildings in Broussard, LA 70518 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 $31,650, and $45,150 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($50,600 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 Broussard, LA 70518?
For many programs in Broussard, LA 70518, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $31,650 a year for 1 person and $45,150 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $50,600 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 Broussard, LA 70518?
There is no single waiting list for Broussard, LA 70518. 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 Broussard, LA 70518?
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 Broussard, LA 70518. Estimate voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
How much rent do you pay for low-income housing in Broussard, LA 70518?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Broussard, LA 70518, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Broussard, LA 70518 is $1,080 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 Broussard, LA 70518?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Broussard, LA 70518. 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 Broussard, LA 70518?
This page may still list buildings in Broussard, LA 70518 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; 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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