Bienville 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 | $601/mo | $541 – $661/mo |
| 1 BR | $707/mo | $636 – $778/mo |
| 2 BR | $834/mo | $751 – $917/mo |
| 3 BR | $1,160/mo | $1,044 – $1,276/mo |
| 4 BR | $1,399/mo | $1,259 – $1,539/mo |
Fair Market Rent by unit size — Bienville Parish, LA (FY 2026)
Source: HUD FY 2026 data for Bienville Parish. Payment standard ranges shown are 90–110% of FMR; actual standards vary by housing authority.
Housing authorities serving Bienville Parish
This county is served by 2 housing authorities. Each may have its own waiting list, payment standards, and application requirements.
- Housing Authority of the Town of Arcadia
3177 Dance Cir, Arcadia, LA, 71001 · 3182638471
- Housing Authority of Gibsland
2152 Cedar St, Gibsland, LA, 71028 · 3182513644
Am I eligible?
To qualify for a Housing Choice Voucher in Bienville 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 Bienville 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
MEADOWS AT ARCADIA
1210 CRAWFORD STREET, BIENVILLE, LA, 71001-000073 income-restricted units2 2BRBuilt 2018Compliance through ~2048 ARCADIA VILLAGE SUBDIVISION SINGLE FAMILY HOUSING
160 MADDEN RD,, ARCADIA, LA, 71001-000034 income-restricted units1 3BRBuilt 2015Compliance through ~2045- Elderly
GIBSLAND SENIORS APARTMENTS
1934 PEARL STREET, GIBSLAND, LA, 71028-000032 income-restricted units4 1BRBuilt 2010Tax-exempt bondCompliance through ~2040 - Elderly
ARCADIA EAST II
1226 FIRST STREET, ARCADIA, LA, 71001-00007 income-restricted units of 32 total8 2BRBuilt 2001Compliance through ~2031 - Elderly
BIENVILLE APTS
2000 MILITARY RD, RINGGOLD, LA, 7106832 income-restricted units16 2BR, 16 3BRBuilt 20014% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2031 - Elderly
BIENVILLE APTS I
HIGHWAY 7, SOUTH, RINGGOLD, LA, 71068-00008 income-restricted units of 32 total8 2BRBuilt 2001Compliance through ~2031 TIMBERVIEW APARTMENTS
1210 CRAWFORD STREET, ARCADIA, LA, 71001-000048 income-restricted units2 4BR+Built 1999Compliance through ~2029- Elderly
BIENVILLE APTS II
2000 MILITARY RD, RINGGOLD, LA, 71068-00008 income-restricted units of 32 total8 2BRBuilt 1997Compliance through ~2027 - Elderly
ALEXANDER PLACE APTS
1516 MARSALIS DRIVE, ARCADIA, LA, 71001-000040 income-restricted units4 1BRBuilt 1996Compliance through ~2026
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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