About This Property
Booker T Washington Homes offers 46 low-income residential units in Lake Charles, Louisiana. The community includes 22 two-bedroom, 18 three-bedroom, and 6 four-bedroom units, having been placed in service in 2013. The property is managed by Calcasieu County's housing authority.
Waitlist Information
Waitlist managed by Housing Authority of Lake Charles
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.
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.
Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org
Updated May 29, 2026
Property Details
Income Limits - Calcasieu County, LA
Annual income limits by household size used to determine eligibility for affordable housing programs.
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $13,600
- Very Low (50%)
- $22,650
- Low (80%)
- $36,250
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $17,420
- Very Low (50%)
- $25,900
- Low (80%)
- $41,400
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $21,960
- Very Low (50%)
- $29,150
- Low (80%)
- $46,600
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $26,500
- Very Low (50%)
- $32,350
- Low (80%)
- $51,750
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $31,040
- Very Low (50%)
- $34,950
- Low (80%)
- $55,900
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $35,580
- Very Low (50%)
- $37,550
- Low (80%)
- $60,050
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $40,120
- Very Low (50%)
- $40,150
- Low (80%)
- $64,200
- 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 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What size apartments are available at Booker T Washington Homes?+
Booker T Washington Homes offers the following unit types: 22 Two-Bedroom, 18 Three-Bedroom, 6 Four-Bedroom units, for a total of 46 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.
How do I apply for housing at Booker T Washington Homes?+
Booker T Washington Homes is a Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) property. To apply, you can start by calling , or visiting their website, or contacting the property management office. Contact the property to learn about availability and application requirements. Eligibility is based on income limits set for the area.
Who is eligible to live at Booker T Washington Homes?+
Booker T Washington Homes primarily serves Multi-Family. All applicants must also meet income eligibility requirements for the area. Contact the property for specific eligibility criteria.
Who manages Booker T Washington Homes?+
Booker T Washington Homes is managed by . You can reach them at . Visit their website for more information.
Is there a waitlist for Booker T Washington Homes?+
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.
Contact Information
Walk Score
Somewhat Walkable
Nearby Schools
Ratings provided by GreatSchools.org. Ratings are on a 1-10 scale.
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