
About This Property
Bienville Basin 3 is a public housing development in New Orleans, LA that contains 5 units, with 3 of those units offering accessibility features. The property serves as part of the affordable housing stock in Orleans County.
Waitlist Information
Waitlist managed by Housing Authority of New Orleans
When a Site-Based Waiting List is opened, it will be announced through public notice, advertisement in local area newspapers, notification to community stakeholders and posted on HANO’s web page. Eligibility is based on annual gross income, qualifying as elderly, disabled, or a family, and U.S. citizenship or eligible immigration status. Maximum family gross income is 80% of Area Median Income Limits (AMI) for Public Housing units, and 60% for Public Housing/LIHTC units.
The HCVP waiting list is closed. HANO is currently serving more than 17,000 families and has a waiting list of approximately 20,000 additional families. Applications were accepted in November 2022. Income guidelines are provided.
Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org
Updated May 29, 2026
Property Details
Income Limits - Orleans County, LA
Annual income limits by household size used to determine eligibility for affordable housing programs.
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $14,750
- Very Low (50%)
- $24,550
- Low (80%)
- $39,300
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $17,420
- Very Low (50%)
- $28,050
- Low (80%)
- $44,900
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $21,960
- Very Low (50%)
- $31,550
- Low (80%)
- $50,500
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $26,500
- Very Low (50%)
- $35,050
- Low (80%)
- $56,100
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $31,040
- Very Low (50%)
- $37,900
- Low (80%)
- $60,600
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $35,580
- Very Low (50%)
- $40,700
- Low (80%)
- $65,100
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $40,120
- Very Low (50%)
- $43,500
- Low (80%)
- $69,600
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $44,660
- Very Low (50%)
- $46,300
- Low (80%)
- $74,100
| Household | Extremely Low (30%) | Very Low (50%) | Low (80%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Person | $14,750 | $24,550 | $39,300 |
| 2 Persons | $17,420 | $28,050 | $44,900 |
| 3 Persons | $21,960 | $31,550 | $50,500 |
| 4 Persons | $26,500 | $35,050 | $56,100 |
| 5 Persons | $31,040 | $37,900 | $60,600 |
| 6 Persons | $35,580 | $40,700 | $65,100 |
| 7 Persons | $40,120 | $43,500 | $69,600 |
| 8 Persons | $44,660 | $46,300 | $74,100 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many units does Bienville Basin 3 have?+
Bienville Basin 3 has a total of 5 housing units.
What are the income limits for affordable housing in Orleans County, LA?+
For a 4-person household in Orleans County, LA, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $26,500, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $35,050, Low Income (80% AMI): $56,100. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.
Is there a waitlist for Bienville Basin 3?+
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.
How do I apply for housing at Bienville Basin 3?+
Bienville Basin 3 is a Public Housing property. To apply, you can start by calling 5046703300, 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.
Contact Information
Walk Score
Very Walkable
Nearby Schools
Ratings provided by GreatSchools.org. Ratings are on a 1-10 scale.
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