Low Income (LIHTC)Waitlist Closed

Fifth Avenue Apts

4247 5th Ave, Lake Charles, LA, 70607

Information verified May 8, 2026·We re-check waiting list status daily

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About This Property

Fifth Avenue Apts comprises 80 low-income units in Lake Charles, LA and has been in service since 1999. The property is non-profit owned and includes a unit mix featuring 1-bedroom apartments. The development utilizes 9% Low-Income Housing Tax Credits.

Waitlist Information

Waitlist managed by Housing Authority of Lake Charles

Public Housing Waitlist

Closed

The Housing Authority of Lake Charles previously accepted applications in-person with no stated preferences, and applicants were placed by date and time received.

Last verified February 17, 2026

Section 8 (HCV) Waitlist

Closed

The Section 8 waiting list was last open in July 2017 for five days and gave preferences to working, elderly, and disabled applicants, placed by date and time with preferences.

Last verified February 19, 2026

Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org

Updated May 8, 2026

Property Details

Total Units

1 Bedroom

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

Tax Credit Program Details

Year Placed in Service

1999

LIHTC Credit Type

Low-Income Units

80 / 80

Designations

Non-Profit

Frequently Asked Questions

What size apartments are available at Fifth Avenue Apts?+

Fifth Avenue Apts offers the following unit types: 4 One-Bedroom units, for a total of 80 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 Fifth Avenue Apts?+

Fifth Avenue Apts 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 manages Fifth Avenue Apts?+

Fifth Avenue Apts is managed by . You can reach them at . Visit their website for more information.

Is there a waitlist for Fifth Avenue Apts?+

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.

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