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
The Public Housing Programs waitlist is currently open; applicants who decline two invitations will have their application purged from the waitlist. For application information, contact the Housing Authority of Newellton at 318-467-2151.
The Housing Authority of Newellton's Voucher Programs department is currently accepting pre-applications, with eligibility based on income limits set for the area. For application information, contact the Housing Authority of Newellton at 318-467-2151.
Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org
Updated May 9, 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 Open. Waitlist status can change frequently, so check back regularly or contact the housing authority directly for the most up-to-date information.
