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Booker T Washington Cts

Name: Booker T Washington Cts
Address: 1481 3rd St Apt 1416, Lake Charles, LA, 70601, US
Telephone: 3374394189
Rating: 65

1481 3rd St Apt 1416, Lake Charles, LA, 70601

Information verified May 29, 2026·We re-check waiting list status daily

About This Property

Booker T Washington Cts is a 12-unit public housing development in Lake Charles, LA. All 12 units are designed as accessible units. The property serves residents in Calcasieu County.

Waitlist Information

Waitlist managed by Housing Authority of Lake Charles

Public Housing Waitlist

Closed

Apply: In-person (historically)

When previously open, pre-applications were picked up and hand-delivered to the HALC office. Qualified applicants were placed by the date and time the pre-application was received, with no stated preferences.

Last verified February 17, 2026

Section 8 (HCV) Waitlist

Closed

Apply: Mail (historically)

The waiting list was last open for five days in July 2017. When open, preferences were given to working, elderly, and disabled applicants, placed by date and time received.

Last verified February 19, 2026

Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org

Updated May 29, 2026

Property Details

Total Units

Accessible Units

HUD Inspection Score

Fair

Inspected January 2018

HUD inspects properties on a 0-100 scale. Scores above 60 are considered passing.

Income Limits - Calcasieu County, LA

Annual income limits by household size used to determine eligibility for affordable housing programs.

1 Person

Extremely Low (30%): $13,600
Very Low (50%): $22,650
Low (80%): $36,250

2 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $17,420
Very Low (50%): $25,900
Low (80%): $41,400

3 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $21,960
Very Low (50%): $29,150
Low (80%): $46,600

4 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $26,500
Very Low (50%): $32,350
Low (80%): $51,750

5 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $31,040
Very Low (50%): $34,950
Low (80%): $55,900

6 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $35,580
Very Low (50%): $37,550
Low (80%): $60,050

7 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $40,120
Very Low (50%): $40,150
Low (80%): $64,200

8 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $42,750
Very Low (50%): $42,750
Low (80%): $68,350

Household	Extremely Low (30%)	Very Low (50%)	Low (80%)
1 Person	$13,600	$22,650	$36,250
2 Persons	$17,420	$25,900	$41,400
3 Persons	$21,960	$29,150	$46,600
4 Persons	$26,500	$32,350	$51,750
5 Persons	$31,040	$34,950	$55,900
6 Persons	$35,580	$37,550	$60,050
7 Persons	$40,120	$40,150	$64,200
8 Persons	$42,750	$42,750	$68,350

Frequently Asked Questions

How many units does Booker T Washington Cts have?+

Booker T Washington Cts has a total of 12 housing units.

What are the income limits for affordable housing in Calcasieu County, LA?+

For a 4-person household in Calcasieu County, LA, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $26,500, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $32,350, Low Income (80% AMI): $51,750. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.

Is there a waitlist for Booker T Washington Cts?+

Public Housing waitlist is currently Closed. Section 8 (HCV) waitlist is currently Closed. Waitlist status can change frequently, so check back regularly or contact the housing authority directly for the most up-to-date information.

What is the HUD inspection score for Booker T Washington Cts?+

Booker T Washington Cts has a HUD inspection score of 65 out of 100, which is considered adequate. HUD inspects subsidized housing properties to ensure they meet minimum health and safety standards. Scores of 60 or above are considered passing.

How do I apply for housing at Booker T Washington Cts?+

Booker T Washington Cts is a Public Housing property. To apply, you can start by calling 3374394189, or visiting their website, or contacting the property management office. You may need to submit an application and be placed on a waitlist. Eligibility is typically based on income, family size, and other factors.

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