Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Monterey, LA 71354
No income-restricted buildings are listed in 71354 — here are the closest ones.
No income-restricted buildings are listed in Monterey, LA 71354. 13 income-restricted buildings are listed nearby (within about 20 miles). These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
Closest to 71354
Jonesville Housing
1000 Earlys Drive, Jonesville, LA 71343
15.8 mi away
32 units · 1–4+ BR
- 7 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Catahoula Apts
405 Fritz St, Jonesville, LA 71343
16.1 mi away
23 units · 1–2 BR
- 4 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
River Manor Apts
4226 Highway 84 W, Vidalia, LA 71373
20.4 mi away
24 units · 1–2 BR
- 3 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Vidalia Meadows
4208 Highway 84 W, Vidalia, LA 71373
20.4 mi away
32 units · 1–2 BR
- 1 vacant unit reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Marksville Square
743 Cannon St, Marksville, LA 71351
26 mi away
32 units · 1–2 BR
- 2 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Old River Apts
730 Vieux Carre Ext, Marksville, LA 71351
26 mi away
44 units · 1–2 BR
- 1 vacant unit reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
V & B Apartments
720 Addison St, Marksville, LA 71351
26 mi away
12 units · 1–2 BR
- 1 vacant unit reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
N/S Hillside Drive
123 N Hillside Dr, Marksville, LA 71351
26.6 mi away
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)
Tunica Estates
920 Tunica Dr W, Marksville, LA 71351
27.1 mi away
17 units · 2 BR
- 2 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Richardson Palce
108 Seth Davis Drive, Marksville, LA 71351
28 mi away
30 units · 3 BR
- Several buildings — call for addresses
Richardson Place II
250 Seth Davis Drive, Marksville, LA 71351
28 mi away
20 units · 3 BR
- Several buildings — call for addresses
Marksville Senior Village Apts
1404 South Main Street, Marksville, LA 71351
28.1 mi away
28 units · 1–2 BR
- 1 vacant unit reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 71354
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,020/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $40,800/yr
- Renters in 71354 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 48%
Income limits (2026)
Concordia Parish, LA area · median family income $54,200. 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 | $23,700 | $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.
| Size | 71354 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $740 | $645 |
| 1 bedroom | $800 | $702 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,020 | $893 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,310 | $1,140 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,630 | $1,493 |
Wider area = Concordia Parish, LA. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 4 nearby ZIPs range from $920 (71351) to $1,060 (71373).
Census figures for 71354 (2020–2024 average): median rent $1,099. Median household income $87,059. 19% of homes are rented. 48% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 48% 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 71354's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 71354Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Monterey, LA 71354?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Monterey, LA 71354, 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 Monterey, LA 71354 have openings?
These lists for Monterey, LA 71354 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 Monterey, LA 71354?
Use the phone number on each building card in Monterey, LA 71354. 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 Monterey, LA 71354?
In Monterey, LA 71354, 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 71354?
No income-restricted buildings are listed in ZIP 71354 right now. 13 nearby buildings are shown on this page. Call to confirm openings.
Is there affordable housing near 71354?
Yes — this page also lists 13 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Monterey, LA 71354 (within about 20 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Monterey, LA 71354?
Most income-restricted buildings in Monterey, LA 71354 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 Monterey, LA 71354?
For many programs in Monterey, LA 71354, 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 Monterey, LA 71354?
There is no single waiting list for Monterey, LA 71354. 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 Monterey, LA 71354?
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 Monterey, LA 71354?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Monterey, LA 71354, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Monterey, LA 71354 is $1,020 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 Monterey, LA 71354?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Monterey, LA 71354. 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 Monterey, LA 71354?
This page may still list buildings in Monterey, LA 71354 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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