Housing Authority of the Town of New Roads
151 Cherry St, New Roads, LA, 70760 · ~60 units under management
Fair Market Rent by unit size — New Roads, 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: Pointe Coupee Parish
Who this agency serves
Housing Authority of the Town of New Roads served 58 households across 60 units (97% occupied) as of HUD's 2025 Picture of Subsidized Households data. The typical assisted household here has an average of 2.5 people, an average annual income of $14,923, and pays an average of $345 per month toward rent.
- Households served
- 58 of 60 units
- Avg. household income
- $14,923
- Avg. rent paid by household
- $345
- Avg. household size
- 2.5 people
- Households with children
- 44%
- Head of household 62+
- 44%
- Head of household with a disability
- 35%
- Avg. wait to move in
- 14 months
Unit mix: 60% 1-bedroom, 16% 2-bedroom, 25% 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 63 (Standard).
| Development | City | Score | Protocol | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cherry Street Housing Development | New Roads | 63 Standard | UPCS | Feb 2022 |
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.
Income-restricted housing in New Roads, 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.
- Elderly48 income-restricted units2 3BRBuilt 2017Compliance through ~2047
- Elderly
KING'S POINTE APARTMENTS
8461 MARTIN DR, NEW ROADS, LA, 70760-000020 income-restricted units1 3BRBuilt 2001Compliance through ~2031 - Elderly
FALSE RIVER MANOR
1102 HOSPITAL RD, NEW ROADS, LA, 70760-000040 income-restricted units4 2BRBuilt 1993Compliance through ~2023
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 New Roads 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.