St. Landry 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 | $631/mo | $568 – $694/mo |
| 1 BR | $636/mo | $572 – $700/mo |
| 2 BR | $834/mo | $751 – $917/mo |
| 3 BR | $1,040/mo | $936 – $1,144/mo |
| 4 BR | $1,202/mo | $1,082 – $1,322/mo |
Fair Market Rent by unit size — St. Landry Parish, LA (FY 2026)
Source: HUD FY 2026 data for St. Landry Parish. Payment standard ranges shown are 90–110% of FMR; actual standards vary by housing authority.
Housing authorities serving St. Landry Parish
This county is served by 4 housing authorities. Each may have its own waiting list, payment standards, and application requirements.
- Housing Authority of the Parish of St. Landry
Washington, LA, 70589 · 3378263686
- Housing Authority of City of Opelousas
906 Laurent St, Opelousas, LA, 70570 · 3379425693
- Housing Authority of South Landry
Grand Coteau, LA, 70541 · 3376623573
- Housing Authority of the City of Eunice
331 Mill St, Eunice, LA, 70535 · 3374577716
Am I eligible?
To qualify for a Housing Choice Voucher in St. Landry 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 | $24,950 |
| 2 people | $28,500 |
| 3 people | $32,050 |
| 4 people | $35,600 |
| 5 people | $38,450 |
| 6 people | $41,300 |
| 7 people | $44,150 |
| 8 people | $47,000 |
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 St. Landry 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
COUNTRY RKIDGE ESTATES NORTH
411 COUNTRY RIDGE ROAD, OPELOUSAS, LA, 70570-000032 income-restricted unitsBuilt 20234% LIHTCCompliance through ~2053 LAWTELL MANOR
10262 PREJEAN HWY., OPELOUSAS, LA, 70550-000032 income-restricted units6 1BRBuilt 20229% LIHTCCompliance through ~2052BRENTWOOD APARTMENTS
1000 WILLIAMS AVE, EUNICE, LA31 income-restricted units of 32 total6 1BRBuilt 2013Compliance through ~2043- Elderly
ST. LANDRY CROSSING I
1230 MCCARTHY LANE, OPELOUSAS, LA, 70570-000040 income-restricted units1 2BRBuilt 20104% LIHTCCompliance through ~2040 ST LANDRY PLACE
826, 830 JEROME LOOP, OPELOUSAS, LA, 70570-000028 income-restricted units1 1BRBuilt 20084% LIHTCCompliance through ~2038DUPRE PLACE SUBDIVISION PHASE II
1204 DELORES PL, OPELOUSAS, LA, 7057025 income-restricted unitsBuilt 2004Compliance through ~2034DUPRE PLACE SUBDIVISION
1220 DEAN DR, OPELOUSAS, LA, 7057050 income-restricted units42 3BR, 8 4BR+Built 20034% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2033- Elderly
MCKNIGHT MANOR
234 NORTH BULLARD STREET, OPELOUSAS, LA, 70570-000040 income-restricted units8 2BRBuilt 2003Compliance through ~2033 - Elderly
CRESTVIEW APARTMENTS
1167 MCCARTHY LANE, OPELOUSAS, LA, 70570-000036 income-restricted units4 2BRBuilt 20014% LIHTCCompliance through ~2031 - Elderly
CHERRY BLOSSOM APTS
205 MLK DR., PORT BARRE, LA, 70577-000073 income-restricted units2 4BR+Built 2000Compliance through ~2030 - Elderly
DOGWOOD APTS
100 PLANTATION ROAD, OPELOUSAS, LA, 70570-000031 income-restricted units8 2BRBuilt 19984% LIHTCCompliance through ~2028 - Elderly
SWEETRIDGE APTS
1500 W MAPLE AVE OFC, EUNICE, LA, 7053540 income-restricted units3 2BRBuilt 19974% LIHTCCompliance through ~2027 - Elderly
HAMMERMILL APTS.
5632 HWY 182, OPELOUSAS, LA, 70570-00000 income-restricted units of 30 total1 studio, 2 4BR+Built 19969% LIHTCCompliance through ~2026 OPELOUSAS VILLA APARTMENTS
1211 GARLAND AVE, OPELOUSAS, LA, 70570-000032 income-restricted units6 1BRBuilt 19969% LIHTCCompliance through ~2026- Elderly
PORT BARRE MANOR APTS
233 HAZEL STREET, PORT BARRE, LA, 70577-000032 income-restricted units6 1BRBuilt 1996Compliance through ~2026 - Elderly
OPELOUSAS POINT APTS.
1407 GARLAND AVE, OPELOUSAS, LA, 70570-000044 income-restricted units36 1BR, 8 2BRBuilt 1994Compliance through ~2024 MELVILLE PLAZA APTS,
435 S. GUM ST., MELVILLE, LA, 71353-000032 income-restricted units6 1BRBuilt 19919% LIHTCCompliance through ~2021WASHINGTON MANOR APTS
401 W VINE ST, WASHINGTON, LA, 7058932 income-restricted units26 1BR, 6 2BRBuilt 19919% LIHTCCompliance through ~2021
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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