Vernon 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 | $788/mo | $709 – $867/mo |
| 1 BR | $793/mo | $714 – $872/mo |
| 2 BR | $1,041/mo | $937 – $1,145/mo |
| 3 BR | $1,336/mo | $1,202 – $1,470/mo |
| 4 BR | $1,433/mo | $1,290 – $1,576/mo |
Fair Market Rent by unit size — Vernon Parish, LA (FY 2026)
Source: HUD FY 2026 data for Vernon Parish. Payment standard ranges shown are 90–110% of FMR; actual standards vary by housing authority.
Housing authorities serving Vernon 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 City of Leesville
213 Blackburn St, Leesville, LA, 71446 · 3372381912
- Housing Authority of Vernon Parish
117 Savannah Cir, Leesville, LA, 71446 · 3375370339
Am I eligible?
To qualify for a Housing Choice Voucher in Vernon 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 | $24,600 |
| 2 people | $28,100 |
| 3 people | $31,600 |
| 4 people | $35,100 |
| 5 people | $37,950 |
| 6 people | $40,750 |
| 7 people | $43,550 |
| 8 people | $46,350 |
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 Vernon 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
TWIN LAKES OF LEESVILLE
213 BLACKBURN, 100 LOGAN LANE, 701 WESLEY, LEESVILLE, LA, 71446-0000194 income-restricted unitsBuilt 2017Compliance through ~2047 HOLLY GROVE APARTMENTS
189 ALEXANDRIA HWY, LEESVILLE, LA, 71446-000056 income-restricted units of 52 total4 1BR, 4 2BRBuilt 20079% LIHTCCompliance through ~2037- Elderly
ROSEPINE APTS I
18569 JOHNNY B HALL MEMORIAL HWY., DE RIDDER, LA, 70634-000024 income-restricted units8 2BRBuilt 20019% LIHTCCompliance through ~2031 - Elderly
ROSEPINE APTS. II
6997 LEACH ROAD, ROSEPINE, LA, 70659-000032 income-restricted units8 2BRBuilt 20019% LIHTCCompliance through ~2031 - Elderly
NEW LLANO SENIORS APTS
301 HARPER ST, NEW LLANO, LA, 71461-000040 income-restricted units4 1BRBuilt 19974% LIHTCCompliance through ~2027 - Elderly
BUTLER ESTATES
805 BUTLER STREET, LEESVILLE, LA, 71446-000010 income-restricted units4 1BR, 6 2BRBuilt 19969% LIHTCCompliance through ~2026 - Elderly
VERNON PLACE APTS.
600 VERNON TRACE CIRCLE, LEESVILLE, LA, 71446-000060 income-restricted units of 50 total8 1BRBuilt 19969% LIHTCCompliance through ~2026 - Elderly
LEESVILLE ELDERLY APARTMENTS
8396 KURTHWOOD ROAD, LEESVILLE, LA, 71446-000054 income-restricted units13 1BRBuilt 19949% LIHTCCompliance through ~2024
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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