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Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Delta, LA 71233

1 affordable building in 71233 · 44 more within 18 mi

Delta, LA 71233 has 1 income-restricted building: 1 usda rural. 44 more are listed within 18 miles. These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.

In 71233

  • Riverbend Apts

    209 Ouachita Ave, Delta, LA 71233

    USDA rural

    16 units · 2 BR

    • 1 vacant unit reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
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The 20 closest of 44 in nearby ZIPs. Pick a ZIP below to see all of them.

Rents and income limits in 71233

Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
$950/mo
Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
$38,000/yr

Income limits (2026)

Madison Parish, LA area · median family income $52,000. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.

PeopleExtremely low 30%Very low 50%Low 80%
1$15,960$23,700$37,950
2$21,640$27,100$43,350
3$27,320$30,500$48,750
4$33,000$33,850$54,150
5$36,600$36,600$58,500
6$39,300$39,300$62,850
7$42,000$42,000$67,150
8$44,700$44,700$71,500

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.

Size71233Wider area
Studio$690$644
1 bedroom$760$710
2 bedrooms$950$892
3 bedrooms$1,320$1,235
4 bedrooms$1,590$1,491

Wider area = Madison Parish, LA. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 4 nearby ZIPs range from $890 (71282) to $1,030 (39180).

Census figures for 71233 (2020–2024 average): median rent $775 (uncertain estimate). 42% of homes are rented.

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 71233's fair market rent.

Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 71233

Frequently Asked Questions

Is there Section 8 housing in Delta, LA 71233?

Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Delta, LA 71233, 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 Delta, LA 71233 have openings?

These lists for Delta, LA 71233 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 Delta, LA 71233?

Use the phone number on each building card in Delta, LA 71233. 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 Delta, LA 71233?

In Delta, LA 71233, 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 71233?

This directory lists 1 income-restricted building in Delta, LA 71233. 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 71233?

Yes — this page also lists 44 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Delta, LA 71233 (within about 18 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.

People Also Ask

How do I qualify for affordable housing in Delta, LA 71233?

Most income-restricted buildings in Delta, LA 71233 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 $23,700, and $33,850 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($37,950 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 Delta, LA 71233?

For many programs in Delta, LA 71233, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $23,700 a year for 1 person and $33,850 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $37,950 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 Delta, LA 71233?

There is no single waiting list for Delta, LA 71233. 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 Delta, LA 71233?

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 Delta, LA 71233?

In public housing and most Section 8 in Delta, LA 71233, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Delta, LA 71233 is $950 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 Delta, LA 71233?

A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Delta, LA 71233. 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 Delta, LA 71233?

This page may still list buildings in Delta, LA 71233 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; 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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