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Housing Authority of East Baton Rouge

4731 North Blvd, Baton Rouge, LA, 70806

Information verified April 18, 2026·We re-check waiting list status daily·Waitlist data synced 34 min ago

About This Property

The Housing Authority of East Baton Rouge operates 5,324 units of public housing throughout East Baton Rouge County. The public housing waitlist is currently closed, while the Section 8 voucher program maintains an open waitlist for eligible applicants. This housing authority provides rental assistance options for low-income residents in the Baton Rouge area.

Waitlist Information

Public Housing Waitlist

Closed

Opened August 4, 2023

Closed August 7, 2023

Apply: Online

Individual waiting lists are maintained for each of the 12 Affordable Housing Communities; a family may only have up to three applications on file. Three communities offer special accommodations for seniors, handicapped, and disabled families.

Last verified February 24, 2026

Section 8 (HCV) Waitlist

Closed

The Housing Authority will close its waiting list when it has more families on the list than can be assisted in the near future. The HCV waiting list is currently CLOSED.

Last verified February 18, 2026

Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org

Updated April 18, 2026

Property Details

Total Units

5324

Income Limits - East Baton Rouge County, LA

Annual income limits by household size used to determine eligibility for affordable housing programs.

1 Person

Extremely Low (30%): $16,700
Very Low (50%): $27,800
Low (80%): $44,450

2 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $19,050
Very Low (50%): $31,750
Low (80%): $50,800

3 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $21,960
Very Low (50%): $35,700
Low (80%): $57,150

4 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $26,500
Very Low (50%): $39,650
Low (80%): $63,450

5 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $31,040
Very Low (50%): $42,850
Low (80%): $68,550

6 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $35,580
Very Low (50%): $46,000
Low (80%): $73,650

7 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $40,120
Very Low (50%): $49,200
Low (80%): $78,700

8 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $44,660
Very Low (50%): $52,350
Low (80%): $83,800

Household	Extremely Low (30%)	Very Low (50%)	Low (80%)
1 Person	$16,700	$27,800	$44,450
2 Persons	$19,050	$31,750	$50,800
3 Persons	$21,960	$35,700	$57,150
4 Persons	$26,500	$39,650	$63,450
5 Persons	$31,040	$42,850	$68,550
6 Persons	$35,580	$46,000	$73,650
7 Persons	$40,120	$49,200	$78,700
8 Persons	$44,660	$52,350	$83,800

Frequently Asked Questions

How many units does Housing Authority of East Baton Rouge have?+

Housing Authority of East Baton Rouge has a total of 5324 housing units.

What are the income limits for affordable housing in East Baton Rouge County, LA?+

For a 4-person household in East Baton Rouge County, LA, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $26,500, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $39,650, Low Income (80% AMI): $63,450. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.

How do I apply for housing at Housing Authority of East Baton Rouge?+

Housing Authority of East Baton Rouge is a Housing Authority property. To apply, you can start by calling 2259238100, 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.

Is there a waitlist for Housing Authority of East Baton Rouge?+

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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