Low Income & Subsidized Housing in Sunset, LA
There are 3 subsidized and income-restricted properties in Sunset with roughly 116 assisted units — including 1 project-based Section 8 buildings, 0 public housing developments, and 1 LIHTC tax-credit communities, according to HUD administrative data. Reported tenant-paid rents across these buildings range from about $271 to $314 per month.
Map of subsidized housing in Sunset
Complete directory of subsidized housing in Sunset
| Property | Units | Avg rent | Reported wait |
|---|---|---|---|
| Village Duchesne Apartments PB Section 8 | 70 | $314 | — |
| Bloomfield Apartments LIHTC | 32 | — | — |
| Maison Du Monde §811 | 14 | $271 | — |
Section 8 apartments in Sunset (project-based)
These buildings carry HUD Section 8 contracts attached to the units — apply at each management office rather than through the voucher waitlist. How project-based Section 8 works →
| Property | Units | Avg rent | Reported wait |
|---|---|---|---|
| Village Duchesne Apartments PB Section 8 | 70 | $314 | — |
LIHTC & affordable tax-credit apartments in Sunset
Tax-credit units rent below market rate for households within income bands (often 30–60% of Area Median Income). Understanding LIHTC →
| Property | Units | Avg rent | Reported wait |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bloomfield Apartments LIHTC | 32 | — | — |
Voucher rent limits: St. Landry Parish Fair Market Rents
Housing Choice Voucher payment standards in this area derive from HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rents for St. Landry Parish: studio $631, 1-BR $636, 2-BR $834, 3-BR $1,040, 4-BR $1,202.
Full FMR table for St. Landry Parish →
How to apply for subsidized housing in Sunset
- Apply to buildings directly. Project-based Section 8, public housing, §202/§811 and LIHTC properties run their own waitlists — contact each office using the details on its page.
- Join voucher waitlists. Your regional housing authority administers Housing Choice Vouchers; ask about current openings and preferences. Step-by-step application guide →
- Document everything. ID, Social Security cards, birth certificates, and income proof speed up both paths.
- Stay reachable. Update your address everywhere — missed mail is the top reason applicants lose spots.
Nearby cities with low income housing
- Eunice, LA
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- Shreveport, LA
- Monroe, LA
- Lafayette, LA
- Lake Charles, LA
- Alexandria, LA
- Bossier City, LA
- Ruston, LA
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Data: HUD Picture of Subsidized Households & LIHTC database (2024 vintage). Figures are administrative averages — confirm current availability with each property.