St. Bernard Parish Government
8201 W Judge Perez Dr, Chalmette, LA, 70043 · ~544 units under management
Fair Market Rent by unit size — Chalmette, 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: St. Bernard Parish
Who this agency serves
St. Bernard Parish Government served 429 households across 544 units (79% occupied) as of HUD's 2025 Picture of Subsidized Households data. The typical assisted household here has an average of 2.3 people, an average annual income of $19,457, and pays an average of $467 per month toward rent.
- Households served
- 429 of 544 units
- Avg. household income
- $19,457
- Avg. rent paid by household
- $467
- Avg. household size
- 2.3 people
- Households with children
- 50%
- Head of household 62+
- 29%
- Head of household with a disability
- 38%
- Avg. wait to move in
- 66 months
Unit mix: 3% 1-bedroom, 45% 2-bedroom, 52% 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.
Am I eligible?
To qualify for a Housing Choice Voucher through St. Bernard Parish Government, 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 | $31,050 |
| 2 people | $35,450 |
| 3 people | $39,900 |
| 4 people | $44,300 |
| 5 people | $47,850 |
| 6 people | $51,400 |
| 7 people | $54,950 |
| 8 people | $58,500 |
Source: HUD Income Limits, 2026. Meeting the income limit does not guarantee a voucher — waiting lists, local preferences, and funding levels vary. Contact St. Bernard Parish Government directly for current availability. Learn more about eligibility →
Income-restricted housing in Chalmette, 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.
MAGNOLIA PARKS APTS
4000 ROSE AVENUE, CHALMETTE, LA, 70043-000050 income-restricted units of 72 total12 2BR, 8 3BRBuilt 20114% LIHTCCompliance through ~2041PARC PLACE APARTMENTS
8120 W JUDGE PEREZ DRIVE, CHALMETTE, LA, 70043-000050 income-restricted units of 72 total12 2BR, 8 3BRBuilt 2011Compliance through ~2041RIVERVIEW APTS
8149 W. ST. BERNARD HWY, CHALMETTE, LA, 70043-000050 income-restricted units of 72 total12 2BR, 8 3BRBuilt 20114% LIHTCCompliance through ~2041- Elderly
WOOD CREST / THE WOODLANDS
7900 PATRICIA STREET, CHALMETTE, LA, 70043-000050 income-restricted units of 72 total11 2BR, 9 3BRBuilt 20114% LIHTCCompliance through ~2041
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 St. Bernard Parish Government 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.