Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Marksville, LA 71351

8 affordable buildings in 71351 · 5 more within 12 mi

Marksville, LA 71351 has 8 income-restricted buildings: 7 tax credit, 1 public housing, 4 senior, and 5 usda rural. 5 more are listed within 12 miles. These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.

In 71351

  • N/S Hillside Drive

    123 N Hillside Dr, Marksville, LA 71351

    Public housing

    169 units · 168 income-restricted · 1–3 BR

    • Apply through Housing Authority of the Town of Marksville
    • Residents waited about 3 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
  • Old River Apts

    730 Vieux Carre Ext, Marksville, LA 71351

    Tax creditUSDA ruralSeniors

    44 units · 1–2 BR

    • 1 vacant unit reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
    No phone listedDetailsDirections
  • Marksville Square

    743 Cannon St, Marksville, LA 71351

    Tax creditUSDA ruralSeniors

    32 units · 1–2 BR

    • 2 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
    No phone listedDetailsDirections
  • Richardson Palce

    108 Seth Davis Drive, Marksville, LA 71351

    Tax credit

    30 units · 3 BR

    • Several buildings — call for addresses
    No phone listedDetailsDirections
  • Marksville Senior Village Apts

    1404 South Main Street, Marksville, LA 71351

    Tax creditUSDA ruralSeniors

    28 units · 1–2 BR

    • 1 vacant unit reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
    No phone listedDetailsDirections
  • Richardson Place II

    250 Seth Davis Drive, Marksville, LA 71351

    Tax credit

    20 units · 3 BR

    • Several buildings — call for addresses
    No phone listedDetailsDirections
  • Tunica Estates

    920 Tunica Dr W, Marksville, LA 71351

    Tax creditUSDA rural

    17 units · 2 BR

    • 2 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
    No phone listedDetailsDirections
  • V & B Apartments

    720 Addison St, Marksville, LA 71351

    Tax creditUSDA ruralSeniors

    12 units · 1–2 BR

    • 1 vacant unit reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
    No phone listedDetailsDirections

Nearby

  • Imani Plaza

    6500 Thompson Dr, Mansura, LA 71350

    9.8 mi away

    Tax creditSection 8USDA rural

    48 units · 41 income-restricted · 1–3 BR

    • 2 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
  • Misty Manor Estates

    6400 Misty Manor Dr, Mansura, LA 71350

    10 mi away

    USDA rural

    24 units · 1–2 BR

    • 4 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
    No phone listedDetailsDirections
  • St. Johns Village

    116 Beridon Street, Moreauville, LA 71355

    10.1 mi away

    Section 8USDA ruralSeniors

    50 units · 1–2 BR · People with disabilities

    • 2 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
  • Mansura Villa Apts

    6714 Nothofer St, Mansura, LA 71350

    10.2 mi away

    Tax creditUSDA ruralSeniors

    64 units · 1–2 BR · People with disabilities

    • 1 vacant unit reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
    No phone listedDetailsDirections
  • Mansura Villa II

    2044 Villa Drive, Mansura, LA 71350

    10.3 mi away

    Tax credit

    32 units · 1 BR · People with disabilities

    • Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
    No phone listedDetailsDirections

Rents and income limits in 71351

Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
$920/mo
Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
$36,800/yr
Renters in 71351 paying 30% or more of income on rent
45%

Income limits (2026)

Avoyelles Parish, LA area · median family income $53,600. 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.

Size71351Wider area
Studio$660$628
1 bedroom$730$719
2 bedrooms$920$902
3 bedrooms$1,210$1,154
4 bedrooms$1,390$1,370

Wider area = Avoyelles Parish, LA. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 4 nearby ZIPs range from $890 (71350) to $1,010 (71331).

Census figures for 71351 (2020–2024 average): median rent $787. Median household income $46,378. 33% of homes are rented. 45% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 21% 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 71351's fair market rent.

Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 71351

Frequently Asked Questions

Is there Section 8 housing in Marksville, LA 71351?

Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Marksville, LA 71351, 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 Marksville, LA 71351 have openings?

These lists for Marksville, LA 71351 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 Marksville, LA 71351?

Use the phone number on each building card in Marksville, LA 71351. 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 Marksville, LA 71351?

In Marksville, LA 71351, 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 71351?

This directory lists 8 income-restricted buildings in Marksville, LA 71351. 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 71351?

Yes — this page also lists 5 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Marksville, LA 71351 (within about 12 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.

People Also Ask

How do I qualify for affordable housing in Marksville, LA 71351?

Most income-restricted buildings in Marksville, LA 71351 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 Marksville, LA 71351?

For many programs in Marksville, LA 71351, 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 Marksville, LA 71351?

There is no single waiting list for Marksville, LA 71351. 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 Marksville, LA 71351?

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 public housing, tax-credit apartments in Marksville, LA 71351. Estimate voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.

How much rent do you pay for low-income housing in Marksville, LA 71351?

In public housing and most Section 8 in Marksville, LA 71351, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Marksville, LA 71351 is $920 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 Marksville, LA 71351?

A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Marksville, LA 71351. 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 Marksville, LA 71351?

Yes — this directory flags senior (often 62+) buildings in Marksville, LA 71351. Use the Seniors filter on the list. Age rules vary; call to confirm.

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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