Affordable & Low-Income Housing in New Iberia, LA 70560
23 affordable buildings in 70560 · 4 more within 10 mi
New Iberia, LA 70560 has 23 income-restricted buildings: 11 tax credit, 1 public housing, 12 Section 8, and 5 senior. 4 more are listed within 10 miles. These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
In 70560
Acadian Homes
1002 Audrey St, New Iberia, LA 70560
200 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Housing Authority of New Iberia
- Residents waited about 6 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
St. Katharine Drexel Manor
710 Bayard St, New Iberia, LA 70560
23 units · 1 BR · People with disabilities
Cane Manor
812 Bayard St, New Iberia, LA 70560
16 units · 15 income-restricted · 1 BR · People with disabilities
St. Augustine Manor
800 Bayard St, New Iberia, LA 70560
11 units · 10 income-restricted · 1 BR · People with disabilities
New Iberia Homes at Sugarland Terrace
1600 Sugarland Ter, New Iberia, LA 70560
26 units · 25 income-restricted · 3–4+ BR · People with disabilities
Cherry Brook Apts
1341 20 Arpent Rd, New Iberia, LA 70560
74 units · 1–3 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Magnolia Place Apts
1001 E Dale St, New Iberia, LA 70560
10 units · 2 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
No buildings in 70560 match this filter.
Nearby
Unnamed
800 W Theolen St, Delcambre, LA 70528
7.9 mi away
56 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Housing Authority of the Town of Delcambre
- Residents waited about 5 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Willow Wood Village Apts
101 Rue Degravelle, New Iberia, LA 70563
8.1 mi away
32 units · 1–2 BR
- 2 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
LA47-4
Erath, LA 70533
10.3 mi away
58 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Housing Authority of the Town of Erath
- Residents waited about 28 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
The Meadows
501 N Kibbe St, Erath, LA 70533
10.4 mi away
47 units · 1–3 BR
- 3 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 70560
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $970/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $38,800/yr
- Renters in 70560 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 55%
Income limits (2026)
Iberia Parish, LA area · median family income $75,400. 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 | $26,100 | $41,750 |
| 2 | $21,640 | $29,800 | $47,700 |
| 3 | $27,320 | $33,550 | $53,650 |
| 4 | $33,000 | $37,250 | $59,600 |
| 5 | $38,680 | $40,250 | $64,400 |
| 6 | $43,250 | $43,250 | $69,150 |
| 7 | $46,200 | $46,200 | $73,950 |
| 8 | $49,200 | $49,200 | $78,700 |
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 | 70560 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $720 | $726 |
| 1 bedroom | $810 | $813 |
| 2 bedrooms | $970 | $981 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,270 | $1,286 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,600 | $1,624 |
Wider area = Iberia Parish, LA. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 4 nearby ZIPs range from $900 (70528) to $1,070 (70563).
Census figures for 70560 (2020–2024 average): median rent $881. Median household income $45,509. 41% of homes are rented. 55% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 31% 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 70560's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 70560Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in New Iberia, LA 70560?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in New Iberia, LA 70560, 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 Iberia, LA 70560 have openings?
These lists for New Iberia, LA 70560 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 Iberia, LA 70560?
Use the phone number on each building card in New Iberia, LA 70560. 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 Iberia, LA 70560?
In New Iberia, LA 70560, 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 70560?
This directory lists 23 income-restricted buildings in New Iberia, LA 70560. 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 70560?
Yes — this page also lists 4 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near New Iberia, LA 70560 (within about 10 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in New Iberia, LA 70560?
Most income-restricted buildings in New Iberia, LA 70560 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 $26,100, and $37,250 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($41,750 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 Iberia, LA 70560?
For many programs in New Iberia, LA 70560, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $26,100 a year for 1 person and $37,250 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $41,750 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 Iberia, LA 70560?
There is no single waiting list for New Iberia, LA 70560. 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 Iberia, LA 70560?
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 public housing, project-based Section 8, tax-credit apartments in New Iberia, LA 70560. Estimate voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
How much rent do you pay for low-income housing in New Iberia, LA 70560?
In public housing and most Section 8 in New Iberia, LA 70560, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near New Iberia, LA 70560 is $970 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 Iberia, LA 70560?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in New Iberia, LA 70560. 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 Iberia, LA 70560?
Yes — this directory flags senior (often 62+) buildings in New Iberia, LA 70560. Use the Seniors filter on the list. Age rules vary; call to confirm.
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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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