Lafitte I Public Housing New Orleans, LA
Profile last updated · Data vintage: HUD FY2025
Lafitte I is a Public Housing community in New Orleans, LA with 74 units reporting 92% occupancy. Assisted residents pay about $425/month on average. The property reported a typical wait of roughly 33 months.
74
total units
92%
occupancy
$425
avg resident rent
33 mo
reported wait
Resident & program facts (HUD-reported)
| Program(s) | Public Housing |
|---|---|
| Address | 711 N Tonti St, New Orleans, LA 70119 Map → |
| Average household income | $18,199/yr |
| Average personal income | $7,978/yr |
| People per unit | 2.3 |
| Moved in within last year | 14% |
| Households below 30% AMI | 59% |
| Households below 50% AMI | 91% |
| One-bedroom share | 19% |
How to apply at Lafitte I
Public housing: owned by the local housing authority, with rents set at about 30% of household income. Apply through the authority.
- Call or visit the management office at 711 N Tonti St, New Orleans; ask if the waitlist is open and request an application.
- Gather ID, Social Security cards, birth certificates, and proof of all income. Applications are always free.
- Claim eligible preferences (homelessness, veteran, local residency) with documentation.
- Respond fast to interview letters; verify rent expectations against your budget (~$425/mo average here).
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| Property | Location | Distance |
|---|---|---|
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| Iberville On-site Phase Iii LIHTCPB Section 8 | New Orleans | 1.4 km |
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Frequently asked questions
What kind of subsidy does Lafitte I have?
Public Housing. Public housing: owned by the local housing authority, with rents set at about 30% of household income. Apply through the authority.
How much is rent at Lafitte I?
Residents report average rents near $425/month in HUD administrative data. Under most federal programs you pay roughly 30% of adjusted income — your actual amount depends on household income and unit size.
How do I apply at Lafitte I?
Contact the management office at 711 N Tonti St in New Orleans. Ask whether the waitlist is open, request an application, and claim any preferences you qualify for. There is never a fee to apply for HUD-subsidized housing.