
About This Property
Bw Cooper consists of 160 units in New Orleans, Orleans County. The property offers a unit mix that includes one 2-bedroom and two 3-bedroom apartments. This affordable housing community is currently in service and managed locally.
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
What size apartments are available at Bw Cooper 1b?+
Bw Cooper 1b offers the following unit types: 1 Two-Bedroom, 2 Three-Bedroom units, for a total of 160 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.
Who manages Bw Cooper 1b?+
Bw Cooper 1b is managed by . You can reach them at . Visit their website for more information.
Is there a waitlist for Bw Cooper 1b?+
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 Bw Cooper 1b?+
Bw Cooper 1b is a Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) property. To apply, you can start by calling , or visiting their website, 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.
Contact Information
Walk Score
Somewhat Walkable
Nearby Schools
Ratings provided by GreatSchools.org. Ratings are on a 1-10 scale.
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