Avoyelles Parish, LA
Section 8 Fair Market Rents · FY 2026
Fair Market Rents by bedroom size
HUD sets FMRs annually. Local PHAs set their payment standards at 90–110% of FMR (higher with HUD approval) — the ranges below are estimates; confirm with the housing authority.
| Bedroom size | Fair Market Rent | Est. payment standard range |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $617/mo | $555 – $679/mo |
| 1 BR | $653/mo | $588 – $718/mo |
| 2 BR | $857/mo | $771 – $943/mo |
| 3 BR | $1,087/mo | $978 – $1,196/mo |
| 4 BR | $1,283/mo | $1,155 – $1,411/mo |
Fair Market Rent by unit size — Avoyelles Parish, LA (FY 2026)
Source: HUD FY 2026 data for Avoyelles Parish. Payment standard ranges shown are 90–110% of FMR; actual standards vary by housing authority.
Housing authorities serving Avoyelles Parish
This county is served by 5 housing authorities. Each may have its own waiting list, payment standards, and application requirements.
- Housing Authority of the Town of Cottonport
650 Jacobs St, Cottonport, LA, 71327 · 3188763457
- Housing Authority of the Town of Simmesport
Simmesport, LA, 71369 · 3189412806
- Housing Authority of the Town of Bunkie
712 Keller St, Bunkie, LA, 71322 · 3183466838
- Avoyelles Parish Police Jury
312 N Main St, Marksville, LA, 71351 · 3182537505
- Housing Authority of the Town of Marksville
100 N Hillside Dr, Marksville, LA, 71351 · 3182539256
Am I eligible?
To qualify for a Housing Choice Voucher in Avoyelles Parish, your household's gross annual income generally must be at or below the limits below (50% of area median income, as set by HUD). Most agencies are required to prioritize applicants at or below 30% AMI for at least 75% of new vouchers.
| Household size | Max gross annual income |
|---|---|
| 1 person | $23,700 |
| 2 people | $27,100 |
| 3 people | $30,500 |
| 4 people | $33,850 |
| 5 people | $36,600 |
| 6 people | $39,300 |
| 7 people | $42,000 |
| 8 people | $44,700 |
Source: HUD Income Limits, 2026. Meeting the income limit does not guarantee a voucher — waiting lists, local preferences, and funding levels vary by housing authority. Learn more about eligibility →
Income-restricted housing in Avoyelles Parish
These properties were built or rehabilitated using the federal Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) program and must rent a portion of units below market rate. Many, but not all, accept Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers — contact the property directly to confirm current availability and voucher acceptance.
- Elderly
IMANI PLAZA
6500 THOMPSON DRIVE, MANSURA, LA, 71350-00000 income-restricted units of 40 total2 1BRBuilt 20239% LIHTCCompliance through ~2053 COTTONWOOD I APARTMENTS
1008 COTTONWOOD LOOP, COTTONPORT, LA, 71327-000024 income-restricted unitsBuilt 2013Compliance through ~2043TUNICA ESTATES APARTMENTS
920 TUNICA DRIVE WEST, MARKSVILLE, LA, 71351-000017 income-restricted units1 2BRBuilt 2013Compliance through ~2043RICHARDSON PLACE II
250 SETH DAVIS DRIVE, MARKSVILLE, LA, 71351-000020 income-restricted units1 3BRBuilt 2012Tax-exempt bondCompliance through ~2042- Elderly
BUNKIE SRS. APTS. II
120 SENIORS II ST., BUNKIE, LA, 71322-000032 income-restricted units2 2BRBuilt 20114% LIHTCCompliance through ~2041 RICHARDSON PALCE
108 SETH DAVIS DRIVE, MARKSVILLE, LA, 71351-000030 income-restricted units1 3BRBuilt 2010Tax-exempt bondCompliance through ~2040- Elderly
MARKSVILLE SENIOR VILLAGE APARTMENTS
1404 SOUTH MAIN STREET, MARKSVILLE, LA, 71350-000028 income-restricted units8 2BRBuilt 20029% LIHTCCompliance through ~2032 - Elderly
PLANTATION PLACE II
601 PERSHING HIGHWAY, BUNKIE, LA, 71322-000032 income-restricted units8 1BRBuilt 20004% LIHTCCompliance through ~2030 MANSURA VILLA APARTMETNS
6714 NOTHOFER STREET, MANSURA, LA, 71350-00000 income-restricted units of 32 total6 1BRBuilt 19999% LIHTCCompliance through ~2029- Elderly
MARKSVILLE SQUARE APARTMENTS
743 CANNON STREET, MARKSVILLE, LA, 71351-000032 income-restricted units6 1BRBuilt 1996Compliance through ~2026 SIMMESPORT SQUARE APARTMENTS
MISSION DRIVE, SIMMESPORT, LA, 71369-000032 income-restricted units6 1BRBuilt 1993Compliance through ~2023HESSMER VILLAGE APARTMENTS
STEVEN DRIVE, HESSMER, LA, 71341-000032 income-restricted units6 1BRBuilt 19929% LIHTCCompliance through ~2022
Source: HUD LIHTC Public-Use Database. Properties shown were placed in service within the last 35 years and may still be under compliance obligations. Verify availability, income limits, and voucher acceptance directly with each property. More on finding affordable housing →
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