Lafayette 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 | $779/mo | $701 – $857/mo |
| 1 BR | $898/mo | $808 – $988/mo |
| 2 BR | $1,019/mo | $917 – $1,121/mo |
| 3 BR | $1,301/mo | $1,171 – $1,431/mo |
| 4 BR | $1,581/mo | $1,423 – $1,739/mo |
Fair Market Rent by unit size — Lafayette Parish, LA (FY 2026)
Source: HUD FY 2026 data for Lafayette Parish. Payment standard ranges shown are 90–110% of FMR; actual standards vary by housing authority.
Housing authorities serving Lafayette Parish
This county is served by 3 housing authorities. Each may have its own waiting list, payment standards, and application requirements.
- Housing Authority of the City of Lafayette
115 Kattie Dr, Lafayette, LA, 70501 · 3372331327
- Housing Authority of the Town of Youngsville
125 Romero St, Youngsville, LA, 70592 · 3378564534
- Housing Authority of Duson
PO Box 138, Duson, LA, 70529 · 3376546347
Am I eligible?
To qualify for a Housing Choice Voucher in Lafayette 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 | $31,650 |
| 2 people | $36,150 |
| 3 people | $40,650 |
| 4 people | $45,150 |
| 5 people | $48,800 |
| 6 people | $52,400 |
| 7 people | $56,000 |
| 8 people | $59,600 |
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 Lafayette 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
ARBOURS AT LAFAYETTE
100 BLOCK OF ALCIDE DOMINIQUE DRIVE, LAFAYETTE, LA, 70506-000084 income-restricted units12 2BR, 12 3BRBuilt 20239% LIHTCCompliance through ~2053 WILLOW PARK II APTS
1416 W. WILLOW ST., LAFAYETTE, LA, 70501-000088 income-restricted units4 1BR, 4 2BRBuilt 20234% LIHTCCompliance through ~2053- Elderly
HOLY FAMILY 2014 TAX CREDIT REHAB
1512 LOUISIANA AVENUE, LAFAYETTE, LA, 70501-0000160 income-restricted units8 2BR, 8 3BRBuilt 2015Compliance through ~2045 SOMERSET APARTMENTS
408 IBERIA STREET, YOUNGSVILLE, LA, 70592-000047 income-restricted units8 2BRBuilt 2014Compliance through ~2044JOIE DE VIVRE
519 S PIERCE STREET, LAFAYETTE, LA, 70501-000072 income-restricted units18 2BR, 2 3BRBuilt 2012Compliance through ~2042- Elderly
CYPRESS TRAILS APARTMENT HOMES
810 MOSS STREET, LAFAYETTE, LA, 70501-000072 income-restricted units4 2BRBuilt 20114% LIHTCCompliance through ~2041 VILLA GARDENS
500 PATTERSON STREET, LAFAYETTE, LA, 70501-000043 income-restricted units1 3BRBuilt 20114% LIHTCCompliance through ~2041- Elderly
VILLAGE DU LAC III
1404 CARMEL DRIVE, LAFAYETTE, LA, 70501-0000140 income-restricted units4 1BRBuilt 2011Compliance through ~2041 VILLAS AT ANGEL POINT
323 PATTERSON STREET, LAFAYETTE, LA, 70501-000050 income-restricted units4 2BRBuilt 2011Compliance through ~2041- Elderly
HIGHLAND COMMONS APARTMENTS
302 FRANCIS PREJEAN CIRCLE, DUSON, LA, 70529-000036 income-restricted units12 2BRBuilt 2011Tax-exempt bondCompliance through ~2041 - Elderly
BEAU SOLEIL PLACE
816 MARTIN LUTHER KING DRIVE, LAFAYETTE, LA, 70501-000019 income-restricted units of 24 total2 2BRBuilt 20084% LIHTCCompliance through ~2038 - Elderly
BEAU MAISONS ESTATES
820 MARTIN LUTHER KING DR., LAFAYETTE, LA, 70501-00001 income-restricted unit of 25 totalBuilt 2008Compliance through ~2038 RIDGEVIEW APARTMENTS
125 RIDGEVIEW DR, BROUSSARD, LA, 70518-000044 income-restricted units4 2BRBuilt 20069% LIHTCCompliance through ~2036ST ANTOINE GARDENS
706 HELLEN ST, LAFAYETTE, LA, 7050130 income-restricted units1 2BRBuilt 2005Compliance through ~2035BAYBERRY POINT IV
508 JESSICA ST, LAFAYETTE, LA, 7050114 income-restricted units11 3BR, 3 4BR+Built 20054% LIHTCCompliance through ~2035BAYBERRY POINT I
HAMMOND STREET, LAFAYETTE, LA, 705011 income-restricted unit of 23 total19 3BR, 4 4BR+Built 20044% LIHTCCompliance through ~2034BAYBERRY POINT II
406 JESSICA STREET, LAFAYETTE, LA, 70501-00001 income-restricted unit of 23 total1 3BRBuilt 20044% LIHTCCompliance through ~2034- Elderly
BAYBERRY POINT III
113 BAY RUM DRIVE, LAFAYETTE, LA, 70501-000021 income-restricted units1 3BRBuilt 20044% LIHTCCompliance through ~2034 - Elderly
RESTORATION BATON ROUGE V
406 JESSICA STREET, LAFAYETTE, LA, 70506-00001 income-restricted unit of 23 total1 4BR+Built 2003Compliance through ~2033 - Elderly
WOOD CREEK APARTMENTS
416 SONNIER ROAD, CARENCRO, LA, 70520-000036 income-restricted units4 2BRBuilt 20004% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2030 - Elderly
WILLOW BROOK II APTS
1307 W. WILLOW ST., LAFAYETTE, LA, 70506-000040 income-restricted units2 2BRBuilt 2000Compliance through ~2030 - Elderly40 income-restricted units6 2BRBuilt 1999Compliance through ~2029
- Elderly
WILLOWBROOK I APARTMENTS
1301 W. WILLOW ST., LAFAYETTE, LA, 70506-000040 income-restricted units2 2BRBuilt 19999% LIHTCCompliance through ~2029 CYPRESS SHADOWS I
173 S. BEADLE ROAD, LAFAYETTE, LA, 70508-0000150 income-restricted units16 2BRBuilt 19974% LIHTCCompliance through ~2027CYPRESS SHADOWS II
BEADLE ROAD, LAFAYETTE, LA, 70508-0000150 income-restricted units16 2BRBuilt 19974% LIHTCCompliance through ~2027- Elderly
WILLOW PARK I APTS
1408 WEST WILLOW, LAFAYETTE, LA, 70501-000088 income-restricted units4 1BR, 4 2BRBuilt 1997Compliance through ~2027 - Elderly
COUNTRY ACRES APTS.
102 VAN BUREN, LAFAYETTE, LA, 70507-0000113 income-restricted units8 3BRBuilt 1996Compliance through ~2026 - Elderly
EVANGELINE APTS
302 JEFFERSON ST, LAFAYETTE, LA, 7050110 income-restricted units of 100 total100 1BRBuilt 1995Compliance through ~2025 - Elderly
EVANGELINE VILLAGE
415 N. DOMINQUEZ AVE., LAFAYETTE, LA, 70506-000072 income-restricted units6 1BRBuilt 19954% LIHTCCompliance through ~2025
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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