About This Property
Cottages At the Power Centre offers 125 units in Lake Charles, Louisiana, with 87 units designated for low-income households. The property, which began operations in 2011, includes one-bedroom and two-bedroom floor plans and serves families. The development receives 9% Low-Income Housing Tax Credit financing and is managed locally within Calcasieu County.
Waitlist Information
Waitlist managed by Housing Authority of Lake Charles
The Public Housing waiting list is currently closed. Previously, applicants were required to pick up and hand-deliver a pre-application to the Housing Authority office.
The Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher waiting list is currently closed. It was last open in July 2017. Previously, applicants were required to pick up and mail in an application. Preferences included working, elderly, and disabled applicants.
Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org
Updated November 12, 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 Cottages At the Power Centre?+
Cottages At the Power Centre offers the following unit types: 1 Two-Bedroom units, for a total of 125 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 Cottages At the Power Centre?+
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.
Who is eligible to live at Cottages At the Power Centre?+
Cottages At the Power Centre primarily serves families, Family/Special Needs. All applicants must also meet income eligibility requirements for the area. Contact the property for specific eligibility criteria.
How do I apply for housing at Cottages At the Power Centre?+
Cottages At the Power Centre is a Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) property. To apply, you can start by calling , 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 manages Cottages At the Power Centre?+
Cottages At the Power Centre is managed by . You can reach them at .
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