Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Bell City, LA 70630
No income-restricted buildings are listed in 70630 — here are the closest ones.
No income-restricted buildings are listed in Bell City, LA 70630. 14 income-restricted buildings are listed nearby (within about 14 miles). These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
Closest to 70630
Le Jolliet
SE Corner of 5th Ave & Power Center Parkway, Lake Charles, LA 70607
9.6 mi away
264 units · 2–3 BR
Fairview Crossing
4249 Fifth Ave, Lake Charles, LA 70607
12.9 mi away
276 units · 55 income-restricted · 2–3 BR
Emerald Point
4254 5th Avenue, Lake Charles, LA 70607
13 mi away
120 units · 72 income-restricted · 3 BR
Fifth Avenue Apts
4247 Fifth Avenue, Lake Charles, LA 70607
13 mi away
120 units · 1–3 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Manor at Lake Charles (Formerly Fifth Avenue Apts)
2260 Prejean Street, Lake Charles, LA 70607
13.1 mi away
40 units · 1–2 BR
Lloyd Oaks
4408 Beaver St Apt, Lake Charles, LA 70607
13.1 mi away
50 units
- Apply through Housing Authority of Lake Charles
Havens of Lake Charles
2331 Power Center Pkwy, Lake Charles, LA 70607
13.3 mi away
72 units · 50 income-restricted · 2 BR
Villas (Vista) of Lake Charles
2321 Power Center Pkwy, Lake Charles, LA 70607
13.3 mi away
72 units · 43 income-restricted · 2–3 BR
The Villas of Lake Charles II
Weaver Rd, Lake Charles, LA 70609
14.1 mi away
48 units
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Unnamed
608 Iowa Ave Apt 41, Lake Arthur, LA 70549
22.7 mi away
49 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Housing Authority of the Town of Lake Arthur
- Residents waited about 3 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
- Several buildings — call for addresses
Evangeline Place Apts
809 Eighth St., Lake Arthur, LA 70549
23.1 mi away
32 units · 1–2 BR
- 4 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 70630
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,100/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $44,000/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.
| People | Extremely 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.
| Size | 70630 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $830 | $935 |
| 1 bedroom | $840 | $941 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,100 | $1,231 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,360 | $1,467 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,510 | $1,713 |
Wider area = Lake Charles, LA. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 4 nearby ZIPs range from $1,100 (70646) to $1,340 (70609).
Census figures for 70630 (2020–2024 average): Median household income $74,258 (uncertain estimate). 0% of homes are rented.
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 70630's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 70630Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Bell City, LA 70630?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Bell City, LA 70630, 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 Bell City, LA 70630 have openings?
These lists for Bell City, LA 70630 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 Bell City, LA 70630?
Use the phone number on each building card in Bell City, LA 70630. 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 Bell City, LA 70630?
In Bell City, LA 70630, 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 70630?
No income-restricted buildings are listed in ZIP 70630 right now. 14 nearby buildings are shown on this page. Call to confirm openings.
Is there affordable housing near 70630?
Yes — this page also lists 14 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Bell City, LA 70630 (within about 14 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Bell City, LA 70630?
Most income-restricted buildings in Bell City, LA 70630 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 Bell City, LA 70630?
For many programs in Bell City, LA 70630, 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 Bell City, LA 70630?
There is no single waiting list for Bell City, LA 70630. 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 Bell City, LA 70630?
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 Bell City, LA 70630?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Bell City, LA 70630, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Bell City, LA 70630 is $1,100 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 Bell City, LA 70630?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Bell City, LA 70630. 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 Bell City, LA 70630?
This page may still list buildings in Bell City, LA 70630 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; 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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