Housing Authority of the Town of Arcadia
3177 Dance Cir, Arcadia, LA, 71001 · ~120 units under management
Fair Market Rent by unit size — Arcadia, LA (2026)
Figures shown are Fair Market Rent for the county this agency primarily serves — the agency's actual payment standard (typically 90–110% of FMR) may differ. Confirm directly with the agency. Full county data: Bienville Parish
Who this agency serves
Housing Authority of the Town of Arcadia served 120 households across 120 units (100% occupied) as of HUD's 2025 Picture of Subsidized Households data. The typical assisted household here has an average of 1.8 people, an average annual income of $14,280, and pays an average of $313 per month toward rent.
- Households served
- 120 of 120 units
- Avg. household income
- $14,280
- Avg. rent paid by household
- $313
- Avg. household size
- 1.8 people
- Households with children
- 29%
- Head of household 62+
- 35%
- Head of household with a disability
- 39%
- Avg. wait to move in
- 10 months
Unit mix: 29% 1-bedroom, 40% 2-bedroom, 31% 3-bedroom.
Source: HUD's Picture of Subsidized Households, 2025— figures reflect this agency's most recent reporting period across all HUD programs it administers, not just Housing Choice Vouchers.
Public housing inspection scores
HUD conducts physical inspections of public housing developments under the REAC (Real Estate Assessment Center) program. Scores run 0–100: 90+ is High Performer, 60–89 is Standard, below 60 is Troubled. This agency administers 1 development with an average score of 78 (Standard).
| Development | City | Score | Protocol | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RICH CIRCLE | Arcadia | 78 Standard | NSPIRE | Dec 2025 |
Source: HUD REAC Physical Inspection Scores — data reflects the most recent inspection for each development. See Understanding REAC and NSPIRE inspection scores for methodology details.
Am I eligible?
To qualify for a Housing Choice Voucher through Housing Authority of the Town of Arcadia, 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 (the Extremely Low Income limit) 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. Contact Housing Authority of the Town of Arcadia directly for current availability. Learn more about eligibility →
Income-restricted housing in Arcadia, LA
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 →
Applying with this agency
Application processes and waiting-list status vary by agency — contact Housing Authority of the Town of Arcadia directly using the info above, or read our general guide to how to apply and how waiting lists work.
Evaluating this market
Landlords and investors: see becoming a Section 8 landlord and how to read this market's numbers.