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Affordable Housing in Baton Rouge, LA

East Baton Rouge County · 110 properties found · Pop. 605,449

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Townhomes of Sherwood Forest

11150 GREENWELL SPRINGS ROAD, BATON ROUGE, LA, 70814

98 Units4BR
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University Garden

2750 ALASKA ST, BATON ROUGE, LA, 70802

90 Units1BR, 2BR
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Villa Ashley Homes

6116 & 6118 VILLA ASHLEY DRIVE, BATON ROUGE, LA, 70806

32 Units3BR
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Villa Ashley I

6112 VILLA ASHLEY DR, BATON ROUGE, LA, 70806

0Units Available
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Villa Caprice Apt

BATON ROUGE, LA

29 Units2BR
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Villa Caprice Apt

BATON ROUGE, LA

29 Units2BR
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Wedgewood Apts (Baton Rouge)

2136 N LOBDELL BLVD, BATON ROUGE, LA, 70806

248 UnitsStudio, 1BR, 2BR
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Wedgewood Apts Baton Rouge

2136 N LOBDELL BLVD, BATON ROUGE, LA, 70806

248 UnitsStudio, 1BR, 2BR
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Willow Creek Townhomes

5876 QUIDA MAE DRIVE, BATON ROUGE, LA, 70812

42 Units2BR, 3BR, 4BR
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Woodcrest Apartments

1900 LOBDELL BLVD, BATON ROUGE, LA, 70806

48 Units2BR, 3BR
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119
Total Properties
7
Public Housing
110
LIHTC
2
Authorities
0
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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

Frequently Asked Questions About Housing in Baton Rouge, LA

How many affordable housing options are in Baton Rouge, Louisiana?+

There are 119 affordable housing properties in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, including 7 public housing, 110 Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC), 2 housing authority listings. Browse the full list above to find options that fit your needs.

How do I apply for Section 8 housing in Baton Rouge, Louisiana?+

To apply for Section 8 (Housing Choice Voucher) in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, contact your local housing authority. You can browse the housing authority listings on this page to find contact information. Applications are typically accepted when the waitlist is open. Eligibility is based on income (generally below 50% of Area Median Income), family size, and citizenship status.

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

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

Are there open waitlists for affordable housing in Baton Rouge, Louisiana?+

Currently, no housing authority waitlists are reported as open in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. However, waitlists open and close regularly. We recommend contacting the housing authorities directly for the most current status, or checking back frequently as we update this information regularly.

What types of affordable housing are available in Baton Rouge, Louisiana?+

Baton Rouge, Louisiana has the following types of affordable housing: Public Housing (government-owned units with income-based rent); LIHTC properties (privately owned, tax-credit funded affordable apartments); Housing Authorities (administering Section 8 vouchers and public housing). Each program has different eligibility requirements and application processes.

What is the population of Baton Rouge, Louisiana?+

Baton Rouge, Louisiana has an estimated population of 605,449. With 119 affordable housing properties serving the area, there are housing assistance options available for eligible residents.

Housing Resources in Baton Rouge, LA

HUD-Approved Counseling Agencies

LOUISIANA HOUSING CORPORATION

Pre-Purchase CounselingPre-Purchase Homebuyer Education WorkshopsFinancial Management/Budget Counseling

MID CITY REDEVELOPMENT ALLIANCE

Mortgage Delinquency and Default Resolution CounselingPre-Purchase CounselingPre-Purchase Homebuyer Education Workshops

NACA (NEIGHBOHOOD ASSISTANCE CORPORATION OF AMERICA) BATON ROUGE, LA

Pre-Purchase CounselingPre-Purchase Homebuyer Education WorkshopsFinancial Management/Budget Counseling

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