
About This Property
The Housing Authority of the City of Alexandria operates 1,582 units of public housing in Alexandria, LA. Both the public housing and Section 8 waitlists are currently closed. This housing authority serves Rapides County residents seeking affordable housing options.
Waitlist Information
Currently accepting applications for 3-5 bedroom apartments and 2, 3, 4 and 5 bedroom units.
The HCVP waiting list is closed and there is no anticipated reopening date. If you are on the waiting list, notify the housing authority in writing of any changes to your address or household composition.
Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org
Updated April 17, 2026
Property Details
Income Limits - Rapides County, LA
Annual income limits by household size used to determine eligibility for affordable housing programs.
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $12,880
- Very Low (50%)
- $21,200
- Low (80%)
- $33,900
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $17,420
- Very Low (50%)
- $24,200
- Low (80%)
- $38,750
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $21,960
- Very Low (50%)
- $27,250
- Low (80%)
- $43,600
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $26,500
- Very Low (50%)
- $30,250
- Low (80%)
- $48,400
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $31,040
- Very Low (50%)
- $32,700
- Low (80%)
- $52,300
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $35,100
- Very Low (50%)
- $35,100
- Low (80%)
- $56,150
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $37,550
- Very Low (50%)
- $37,550
- Low (80%)
- $60,050
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $39,950
- Very Low (50%)
- $39,950
- Low (80%)
- $63,900
| Household | Extremely Low (30%) | Very Low (50%) | Low (80%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Person | $12,880 | $21,200 | $33,900 |
| 2 Persons | $17,420 | $24,200 | $38,750 |
| 3 Persons | $21,960 | $27,250 | $43,600 |
| 4 Persons | $26,500 | $30,250 | $48,400 |
| 5 Persons | $31,040 | $32,700 | $52,300 |
| 6 Persons | $35,100 | $35,100 | $56,150 |
| 7 Persons | $37,550 | $37,550 | $60,050 |
| 8 Persons | $39,950 | $39,950 | $63,900 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How many units does Housing Authority of the City of Alexandria have?+
Housing Authority of the City of Alexandria has a total of 1582 housing units.
What are the income limits for affordable housing in Rapides County, LA?+
For a 4-person household in Rapides County, LA, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $26,500, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $30,250, Low Income (80% AMI): $48,400. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.
How do I apply for housing at Housing Authority of the City of Alexandria?+
Housing Authority of the City of Alexandria is a Housing Authority property. To apply, you can start by calling 3184428843, 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 the City of Alexandria?+
Public Housing waitlist is currently Open. 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.
Contact Information
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