
About This Property
Villas of Lake Charles consists of 72 units in Lake Charles, Louisiana, with 43 units designated as low-income housing. The property, placed in service in 2011, includes a unit mix of eight 2-bedroom and three 3-bedroom apartments.
Waitlist Information
Waitlist managed by Housing Authority of Lake Charles
The Housing Authority of Lake Charles previously accepted applications in-person with no stated preferences, and applicants were placed by date and time received.
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.
Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org
Updated May 8, 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 Villas (Vista) of Lake Charles?+
Villas (Vista) of Lake Charles offers the following unit types: 8 Two-Bedroom, 3 Three-Bedroom units, for a total of 72 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.
Who manages Villas (Vista) of Lake Charles?+
Villas (Vista) of Lake Charles is managed by . You can reach them at .
How do I apply for housing at Villas (Vista) of Lake Charles?+
Villas (Vista) of Lake Charles 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.
Is there a waitlist for Villas (Vista) of Lake Charles?+
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.
Walk Score
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Nearby Schools
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