About This Property
The Housing Authority of Newellton operates 256 units of public housing in Newellton, LA within Tensas County. Both the public housing and Section 8 waitlists are currently closed. The authority provides rental assistance and housing options to eligible residents in the area.
Waitlist Information
To apply, contact the Newellton Housing Authority directly for an application form; applications can be submitted via email or dropped off at the office. If an applicant declines two invitations, their application will be purged from the waitlist.
The Section 8 Voucher Programs waitlist is currently closed. For the most current program waitlist status, it is recommended to contact the Newellton Housing Authority directly at (318) 467-2151.
Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org
Updated October 22, 2026
Property Details
Income Limits - Tensas County, LA
Annual income limits by household size used to determine eligibility for affordable housing programs.
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $12,880
- Very Low (50%)
- $16,950
- Low (80%)
- $27,100
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $17,420
- Very Low (50%)
- $19,400
- Low (80%)
- $31,000
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $21,800
- Very Low (50%)
- $21,800
- Low (80%)
- $34,850
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $24,200
- Very Low (50%)
- $24,200
- Low (80%)
- $38,700
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $26,150
- Very Low (50%)
- $26,150
- Low (80%)
- $41,800
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $28,100
- Very Low (50%)
- $28,100
- Low (80%)
- $44,900
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $30,050
- Very Low (50%)
- $30,050
- Low (80%)
- $48,000
- 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 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many units does Housing Authority of Newellton have?+
Housing Authority of Newellton has a total of 256 housing units.
What are the income limits for affordable housing in Tensas County, LA?+
For a 4-person household in Tensas 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 Housing Authority of Newellton?+
Housing Authority of Newellton is a Housing Authority property. To apply, you can start by calling 3184672151, 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 Newellton?+
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.
