Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Ruston, LA 71273
No income-restricted buildings are listed in 71273 — here are the closest ones.
No income-restricted buildings are listed in Ruston, LA 71273. 41 income-restricted buildings are listed nearby (within about 8 miles). These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
Closest to 71273
The 20 closest of 41 in nearby ZIPs. Pick a ZIP below to see all of them.
Cinnamon Place
S. Farmerville Street, Ruston, LA 71270
3.9 mi away
28 units · 1 BR
- Several buildings — call for addresses
Tradition Cove Subdivision
Martin Luther King Drive, Grambling, LA 71270
3.9 mi away
24 units · 4+ BR
- Several buildings — call for addresses
Park at Cooktown
1399 Cooktown Road, Ruston, LA 71270
4.3 mi away
72 units · 36 income-restricted · 3 BR
Madeline Place Subdivision
2039 Famerville Hwy, Ruston, LA 71270
4.6 mi away
44 units · 3 BR
- Several buildings — call for addresses
Highland Apts
2000 Illinois Ave, Ruston, LA 71270
4.9 mi away
60 units · 1–3 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
EASTWOOD, Fam, MARYLAND PL., Eld.
101 Eugene Dr, Ruston, LA 71270
5.3 mi away
298 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Housing Authority of Ruston
- Residents waited about 7 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
- Several buildings — call for addresses
Everette Street Project
103 Everett St, Ruston, LA 71270
5.3 mi away
9 units · 1–3 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Bonner St Apts
206 S Bonner St, Ruston, LA 71270
5.5 mi away
4 units · 2 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
E Arizona St Project
410 E Arizona Ave, Ruston, LA 71270
5.7 mi away
2 units · 2–3 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Edgewood Square Apt
713 McDonald Ave, Ruston, LA 71270
5.7 mi away
60 units · 1–2 BR
- 6 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Bond Street Project
605 1/2 Bond St, Ruston, LA 71270
5.8 mi away
3 units · 1–4+ BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 71273
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $890/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $35,600/yr
Income limits (2026)
Lincoln Parish, LA area · median family income $67,800. 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 | $23,750 | $38,000 |
| 2 | $21,640 | $27,150 | $43,400 |
| 3 | $27,320 | $30,550 | $48,850 |
| 4 | $33,000 | $33,900 | $54,250 |
| 5 | $36,650 | $36,650 | $58,600 |
| 6 | $39,350 | $39,350 | $62,950 |
| 7 | $42,050 | $42,050 | $67,300 |
| 8 | $44,750 | $44,750 | $71,650 |
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 | 71273 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $720 | $724 |
| 1 bedroom | $750 | $754 |
| 2 bedrooms | $890 | $892 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,240 | $1,235 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,440 | $1,440 |
Wider area = Lincoln Parish, LA. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 4 nearby ZIPs range from $890 (71272) to $930 (71235).
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 71273's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 71273Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Ruston, LA 71273?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Ruston, LA 71273, 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 Ruston, LA 71273 have openings?
These lists for Ruston, LA 71273 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 Ruston, LA 71273?
Use the phone number on each building card in Ruston, LA 71273. 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 Ruston, LA 71273?
In Ruston, LA 71273, 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 71273?
No income-restricted buildings are listed in ZIP 71273 right now. 41 nearby buildings are shown on this page. Call to confirm openings.
Is there affordable housing near 71273?
Yes — this page also lists 41 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Ruston, LA 71273 (within about 8 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Ruston, LA 71273?
Most income-restricted buildings in Ruston, LA 71273 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 $23,750, and $33,900 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($38,000 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 Ruston, LA 71273?
For many programs in Ruston, LA 71273, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $23,750 a year for 1 person and $33,900 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $38,000 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 Ruston, LA 71273?
There is no single waiting list for Ruston, LA 71273. 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 Ruston, LA 71273?
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 Ruston, LA 71273?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Ruston, LA 71273, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Ruston, LA 71273 is $890 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 Ruston, LA 71273?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Ruston, LA 71273. 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 Ruston, LA 71273?
This page may still list buildings in Ruston, LA 71273 that accept seniors without being senior-only. Use the filters and call to ask about age set-asides.
Nearby ZIP codes
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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