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Palmetto Washington Melvi

Name: Palmetto Washington Melvi
Address: Leonville, LA, 70551, US
Telephone: 3378263686

Leonville, LA, 70551

Information verified May 29, 2026·We re-check waiting list status daily

About This Property

Palmetto Washington Melvi is a public housing development in Leonville, LA consisting of 2 units, both of which are accessible. The property serves residents in St. Landry County.

Waitlist Information

Waitlist managed by Housing Authority of the Parish of St. Landry

Public Housing Waitlist

Open

Opened November 3, 2025

Apply: In-person, Phone

Applicants are placed by the date and time the pre-application is received. Families with children, elderly applicants, and disabled individuals may receive priority placement.

Last verified February 17, 2026

Section 8 (HCV) Waitlist

Closed

The Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) program is presently closed to new applicants.

Last verified February 8, 2026

Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org

Updated May 29, 2026

Property Details

Total Units

Accessible Units

Income Limits - St. Landry County, LA

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

1 Person

Extremely Low (30%): $12,880
Very Low (50%): $16,950
Low (80%): $27,100

2 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $17,420
Very Low (50%): $19,400
Low (80%): $31,000

3 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $21,800
Very Low (50%): $21,800
Low (80%): $34,850

4 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $24,200
Very Low (50%): $24,200
Low (80%): $38,700

5 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $26,150
Very Low (50%): $26,150
Low (80%): $41,800

6 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $28,100
Very Low (50%): $28,100
Low (80%): $44,900

7 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $30,050
Very Low (50%): $30,050
Low (80%): $48,000

8 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $31,950
Very Low (50%): $31,950
Low (80%): $51,100

Household	Extremely Low (30%)	Very Low (50%)	Low (80%)
1 Person	$12,880	$16,950	$27,100
2 Persons	$17,420	$19,400	$31,000
3 Persons	$21,800	$21,800	$34,850
4 Persons	$24,200	$24,200	$38,700
5 Persons	$26,150	$26,150	$41,800
6 Persons	$28,100	$28,100	$44,900
7 Persons	$30,050	$30,050	$48,000
8 Persons	$31,950	$31,950	$51,100

Frequently Asked Questions

How many units does Palmetto Washington Melvi have?+

Palmetto Washington Melvi has a total of 2 housing units.

What are the income limits for affordable housing in St. Landry County, LA?+

For a 4-person household in St. Landry County, LA, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $24,200, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $24,200, Low Income (80% AMI): $38,700. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.

How do I apply for housing at Palmetto Washington Melvi?+

Palmetto Washington Melvi is a Public Housing property. To apply, you can start by calling 3378263686, 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 Palmetto Washington Melvi?+

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.

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