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Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Lake Charles, LA 70609

1 affordable building in 70609 · 49 more within 10 mi

Lake Charles, LA 70609 has 1 income-restricted building: 1 tax credit. 49 more are listed within 10 miles. These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.

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The 20 closest of 49 in nearby ZIPs. Pick a ZIP below to see all of them.

Rents and income limits in 70609

Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
$1,340/mo
Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
$53,600/yr

Income limits (2026)

Lake Charles, LA area · median family income $93,000. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.

PeopleExtremely low 30%Very low 50%Low 80%
1$19,550$32,550$52,100
2$22,350$37,200$59,550
3$27,320$41,850$67,000
4$33,000$46,500$74,400
5$38,680$50,250$80,400
6$44,360$53,950$86,350
7$50,040$57,700$92,300
8$55,720$61,400$98,250

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.

Size70609Wider area
Studio$1,010$935
1 bedroom$1,020$941
2 bedrooms$1,340$1,231
3 bedrooms$1,590$1,467
4 bedrooms$1,860$1,713

Wider area = Lake Charles, LA. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 6 nearby ZIPs range from $1,100 (70601) to $1,480 (70605).

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 70609's fair market rent.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is there Section 8 housing in Lake Charles, LA 70609?

Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Lake Charles, LA 70609, 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 Lake Charles, LA 70609 have openings?

These lists for Lake Charles, LA 70609 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 Lake Charles, LA 70609?

Use the phone number on each building card in Lake Charles, LA 70609. 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 Lake Charles, LA 70609?

In Lake Charles, LA 70609, 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 70609?

This directory lists 1 income-restricted building in Lake Charles, LA 70609. 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 70609?

Yes — this page also lists 49 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Lake Charles, LA 70609 (within about 10 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.

People Also Ask

How do I qualify for affordable housing in Lake Charles, LA 70609?

Most income-restricted buildings in Lake Charles, LA 70609 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 $32,550, and $46,500 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($52,100 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 Lake Charles, LA 70609?

For many programs in Lake Charles, LA 70609, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $32,550 a year for 1 person and $46,500 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $52,100 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 Lake Charles, LA 70609?

There is no single waiting list for Lake Charles, LA 70609. 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 Lake Charles, LA 70609?

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 Lake Charles, LA 70609. Estimate voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.

How much rent do you pay for low-income housing in Lake Charles, LA 70609?

In public housing and most Section 8 in Lake Charles, LA 70609, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Lake Charles, LA 70609 is $1,340 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 Lake Charles, LA 70609?

A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Lake Charles, LA 70609. 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 Lake Charles, LA 70609?

This page may still list buildings in Lake Charles, LA 70609 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 Multifamily Assisted Properties, Oct 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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