Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Sunset, LA 70584
5 affordable buildings in 70584 · 42 more within 10 mi
Sunset, LA 70584 has 5 income-restricted buildings: 1 tax credit, 3 Section 8, 2 senior, and 1 usda rural. 42 more are listed within 10 miles. These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
In 70584
Maison De Monde
330 Macarthur Dr, Grand Coteau, LA 70584
15 units · 14 income-restricted · 1 BR · People with disabilities
St. John Berchmans Manor
256 Lloyd Lewis Road, Grand Coteau, LA 70584
15 units · 14 income-restricted · 1 BR · People with disabilities
No buildings in 70584 match this filter.
Nearby
The 20 closest of 42 in nearby ZIPs. Pick a ZIP below to see all of them.
Crape Myrtle Circle Apartments
Grand Coteau, LA 70541
4.8 mi away
148 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Housing Authority of South Landry
- Residents waited about 14 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Acadian Place Apts
111 Acadian Place Drive, Church Point, LA 70525
5 mi away
30 units · 2 BR
- Several buildings — call for addresses
South Church Point Subdivision
103 Wildflower, Church Point, LA 70525
5.7 mi away
38 units · 4+ BR · People with disabilities · People experiencing homelessness
Centennial Village
430 W Keller St, Church Point, LA 70525
6.2 mi away
123 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Housing Authority of the Town of Church Point
- Residents waited about 17 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Acadian Village
301 Prejean Rd, Carencro, LA 70520
6.5 mi away
32 units · 2–3 BR
- 2 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Woodstone Apartment
237 Prejean Rd, Carencro, LA 70520
6.6 mi away
44 units · 2–3 BR
- 5 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Covington Country Apts
3903 N. University, Carencro, LA 70520
6.8 mi away
47 units · 1–2 BR
- 1 vacant unit reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Beau Sejour Estates/Carencro Elderly
125 Ola St, Carencro, LA 70520
7 mi away
105 units · 104 income-restricted · Studio–1 BR
Woodcreek Apts
416 Sonnier Rd, Carencro, LA 70520
7.2 mi away
36 units · 1–2 BR
- 3 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Crestview Apartments
802 Beverly Rd, Opelousas, LA 70570
8.5 mi away
36 units · 2–3 BR
- 6 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Cypress Estates Homes
Wiraggio & Hebert Rd, Scott, LA 70583
8.8 mi away
40 units
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Dorcas Manor
1724 S Washington St, Opelousas, LA 70570
9 mi away
24 units · 23 income-restricted · 1 BR · People with disabilities
Pecan Acres
1724 S Washington St, Opelousas, LA 70570
9 mi away
18 units · 1 BR · People with disabilities
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 70584
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,120/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $44,800/yr
- Renters in 70584 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 47%
Income limits (2026)
St. Landry Parish, LA area · median family income $74,100. 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 | $24,950 | $39,900 |
| 2 | $21,640 | $28,500 | $45,600 |
| 3 | $27,320 | $32,050 | $51,300 |
| 4 | $33,000 | $35,600 | $56,950 |
| 5 | $38,450 | $38,450 | $61,550 |
| 6 | $41,300 | $41,300 | $66,100 |
| 7 | $44,150 | $44,150 | $70,650 |
| 8 | $47,000 | $47,000 | $75,200 |
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 | 70584 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $790 | $632 |
| 1 bedroom | $860 | $682 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,120 | $892 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,360 | $1,087 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,470 | $1,172 |
Wider area = St. Landry Parish, LA. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 8 nearby ZIPs range from $890 (70541) to $1,090 (70520).
Census figures for 70584 (2020–2024 average): median rent $881. Median household income $62,281. 20% of homes are rented. 47% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 11% 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 70584's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 70584Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Sunset, LA 70584?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Sunset, LA 70584, 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 Sunset, LA 70584 have openings?
These lists for Sunset, LA 70584 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 Sunset, LA 70584?
Use the phone number on each building card in Sunset, LA 70584. 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 Sunset, LA 70584?
In Sunset, LA 70584, 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 70584?
This directory lists 5 income-restricted buildings in Sunset, LA 70584. 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 70584?
Yes — this page also lists 42 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Sunset, LA 70584 (within about 10 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Sunset, LA 70584?
Most income-restricted buildings in Sunset, LA 70584 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 $24,950, and $35,600 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($39,900 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 Sunset, LA 70584?
For many programs in Sunset, LA 70584, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $24,950 a year for 1 person and $35,600 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $39,900 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 Sunset, LA 70584?
There is no single waiting list for Sunset, LA 70584. 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 Sunset, LA 70584?
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 project-based Section 8, tax-credit apartments in Sunset, LA 70584. Estimate voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
How much rent do you pay for low-income housing in Sunset, LA 70584?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Sunset, LA 70584, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Sunset, LA 70584 is $1,120 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 Sunset, LA 70584?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Sunset, LA 70584. 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 Sunset, LA 70584?
Yes — this directory flags senior (often 62+) buildings in Sunset, LA 70584. 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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