About This Property
The Housing Authority of the Parish of Caldwell operates 270 public housing units in Columbia, LA. Both the public housing and Section 8 waitlists are currently open for applicants. The authority provides rental assistance programs for eligible residents in Caldwell County.
Waitlist Information
The waiting list is open indefinitely; applicants are placed by the date and time the pre-application is received. Preferences are not specified. It serves families and senior/disabled households, offering 1 to 4 bedroom units.
The waiting list has been open since July 2, 2018, and is open until further notice. There are no preferences; selected applicants are placed by the date and time the application is received.
Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org
Updated May 8, 2026
Property Details
Income Limits - Caldwell County, LA
Annual income limits by household size used to determine eligibility for affordable housing programs.
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $12,880
- Very Low (50%)
- $16,950
- Low (80%)
- $27,100
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $17,420
- Very Low (50%)
- $19,400
- Low (80%)
- $31,000
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $21,800
- Very Low (50%)
- $21,800
- Low (80%)
- $34,850
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $24,200
- Very Low (50%)
- $24,200
- Low (80%)
- $38,700
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $26,150
- Very Low (50%)
- $26,150
- Low (80%)
- $41,800
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $28,100
- Very Low (50%)
- $28,100
- Low (80%)
- $44,900
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $30,050
- Very Low (50%)
- $30,050
- Low (80%)
- $48,000
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $31,950
- Very Low (50%)
- $31,950
- Low (80%)
- $51,100
| Household | Extremely Low (30%) | Very Low (50%) | Low (80%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Person | $12,880 | $16,950 | $27,100 |
| 2 Persons | $17,420 | $19,400 | $31,000 |
| 3 Persons | $21,800 | $21,800 | $34,850 |
| 4 Persons | $24,200 | $24,200 | $38,700 |
| 5 Persons | $26,150 | $26,150 | $41,800 |
| 6 Persons | $28,100 | $28,100 | $44,900 |
| 7 Persons | $30,050 | $30,050 | $48,000 |
| 8 Persons | $31,950 | $31,950 | $51,100 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many units does Housing Authority of the Parish of Caldwell have?+
Housing Authority of the Parish of Caldwell has a total of 270 housing units.
What are the income limits for affordable housing in Caldwell County, LA?+
For a 4-person household in Caldwell County, LA, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $24,200, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $24,200, Low Income (80% AMI): $38,700. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.
Is there a waitlist for Housing Authority of the Parish of Caldwell?+
Public Housing waitlist is currently Open. Section 8 (HCV) waitlist is currently Open. Waitlist status can change frequently, so check back regularly or contact the housing authority directly for the most up-to-date information.
How do I apply for housing at Housing Authority of the Parish of Caldwell?+
Housing Authority of the Parish of Caldwell is a Housing Authority property. To apply, you can start by calling 3186495022, 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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