Echo, LA Low Income Housing

Echo, LA Low Income Housing Guide

Qualifying For Low Income Housing in Echo, LA

How do I qualify for low income housing in Echo, LA?
To qualify for low income housing in Louisiana, you must meet the following income requirements:

Your household income must be below 80% of the area median income (AMI). The AMI is updated annually by the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) and varies by county.

You must have a valid Social Security number or Individual Taxpayer Identification Number (ITIN).

You must be a U.S. citizen or a legal immigrant.

In addition to the income requirements, you may also need to meet other eligibility requirements, such as:

- You must not have been evicted from any public housing or Section 8 housing in the past three years.
- You must not have any outstanding felony convictions for drug-related offenses.
- You must not be a registered sex offender.

Types of Low Income Housing in Echo, LA

There are a variety of low-income housing options available in Echo, LA, including:
  • Public Housing: Public housing is owned and operated by your area Housing Authority. Public housing units are rented to low-income households at below-market rates.
  • Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers: Section 8 is a federal program that provides rental assistance to low-income households. Vouchers can be used to rent apartments, townhouses, or single-family homes from private landlords.
  • Low Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC): LIHTC is a federal program that provides tax credits to developers who build or renovate affordable housing units. LIHTC units are typically rented at below-market rates.
  • Project-Based Section 8: Project-based Section 8 is a federal program that provides rental assistance to low-income households who live in specific apartment buildings or housing developments.
  • Very Low Income Housing Development (VLID): VLID is a federal program that provides grants to states and local governments to fund the development of affordable housing for low-income households.


In addition to these federal programs, there are also a number of state and local programs that provide low-income housing assistance in Echo, LA. These programs may offer rental assistance, down payment assistance, or other forms of financial assistance to help low-income households afford housing.

PublicHousing.com puts together our list of properties using the above program listings all on one website.



We display monthly rates for the apartments when possible. Most of subsidized apartments base the rent on income, therefore, you will need to contact the apartment directly for rates. We list all pertinent contact information.

List of Low Income Housing in or near Echo, LA

Richardson Place II Low Income Family Apartments - Marksville

238 Seth Davis Drive
Marksville, LA - 71351
(318) 240-8028
Program type: Income Restricted / Low-Income / Affordable Housing Number of Units: 20 Floor plans: 3 and 4 bedroom Property email address: richardson.place@olympiaproperties.info Features and Amenities: Central heat/air and a washer/dryer in each unit, range and refrigerator in the kitchen, mini-blinds, community building, computer room, outdoor playground, picnic area. This is a Low Income Housing community. Income restrictions apply. Contact the property for current availability; wait-lists may apply....see full details
Rapides County
Listing Location: 10.41 miles from Echo


Richardson Place I - Affordable Housing - Marksville

108 Seth Davis Drive
Marksville, LA - 71351
(318) 240-8028
Income Restricted Affordable Home Living Amenities:     Office     Community     Building     Picnic Area     Computer Center     Playground     Washer/Dryer This is a Low Income Housing community. Income restrictions apply. Contact the property for current availability; wait-lists may apply. ...see full details
Rapides County
Listing Location: 10.64 miles from Echo


Alexandria Housing Authority - Alexandria

2558 Loblolly Lane
Alexandria, LA - 71303
(318) 442-8843
Alexandria Housing Authority provides housing assistance to low income residents through the management of programs such as Low Rent Public Housing and the Housing Choice Voucher Program - Section 8. These programs are income based and the eligibility guidelines are set by HUD. There may be waiting lists for rentals or vouchers and at times the lists may close to new applicants based on the size of and length of wait on the lists. If you are in need of housing assistance in the area please contact the Housing Authority directly to obtain more information about eligibility requirements, availability of rentals or vouchers, the status of any waiting lists and their application procedures. ...see full details
Rapides County
Listing Location: 10.95 miles from Echo


Marksville Housing Authority - Marksville

100 N Hillside Drive
Marksville, LA - 71351
(318) 253-9256
Marksville Housing Authority provides housing assistance to low income residents through the management of Low Rent Public Housing. This program is income based and the eligibility guidelines are set by HUD.There may be waiting lists for these rentals and at times the lists may close to new applicants based on the size of and length of wait on the lists. If you are in need of housing assistance in the area please contact the Housing Authority directly to obtain more information about eligibility requirements, availability of rentals, the status of any waiting lists and their application procedures. ...see full details
Rapides County
Listing Location: 11.91 miles from Echo


Augustine Park Apartments - Bunkie

700 E. Church
Bunkie, LA - 71322
(318) 377-2542
Augustine Park Apartments is a Family low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Augustine Park Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Rapides County
Listing Location: 12.23 miles from Echo

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Mollie Wise Senior Living - Phase Ii - Woodworth

500 Robinson Bridge Road
Woodworth, LA - 71485
501-622-3199
Mollie Wise Senior Living - Phase Ii is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Mollie Wise Senior Living - Phase Ii for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Rapides County
Listing Location: 12.45 miles from Echo

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Imani Plaza Apartments - Mansura

6500 Thompson Drive
Mansura, LA - 71350
(318) 964-2651
Imani Plaza Apartments is a low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Imani Plaza Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Rapides County
Listing Location: 12.56 miles from Echo

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Molly Wise Senior Living Center - Woodworth

Robinson Bridge Road
Woodworth, LA - 71485
501-622-3199
Molly Wise Senior Living Center is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Molly Wise Senior Living Center for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Rapides County
Listing Location: 13.20 miles from Echo

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Carlyle Place Affordable Apartments - Alexandria

4305 Carlyle Loop
Alexandria, LA - 71302
(318) 442-1230
Program type: Low-Income / Affordable Housing/ Subsidy single family home subdivision Project-based section 8 program Rents are based on 30% and 60% of the annual household adjusted gross income Features and Amenities: Central heat and air conditioning Business center Community room Walking track This is a Low Income Housing community. Income restrictions apply. Contact the property for current availability; wait-lists may apply. ...see full details
Rapides County
Listing Location: 13.46 miles from Echo


Stratford Manor Affordable/ Public Housing for Seniors - Alexandria

4349 Stratford Loop
Alexandria, LA - 71302
(318) 443-7771
Program type: Low-Income / Affordable Housing Project-based section 8 program Rents are based on 30% and 60% of the annual household adjusted gross income Features and Amenities: Central heat and air conditioning Dishwasher Energy star appliances Extra storage Fridge with ice maker Garbage disposal Handicapped accessible Microwave Washers and dryer in each home Wired for cable and Internet Business center Clubhouse Community activities On-site management 24hr on-call maintenance Senior development This is a Low Income Housing community. Income restrictions apply. Contact the property for current availability; wait-lists may apply. ...see full details
Rapides County
Listing Location: 13.59 miles from Echo


Tips for Finding Low-Income Housing in Echo, LA

  • 1. Check with local social service agencies. Many social service agencies offer affordable housing programs or can provide you with information on affordable housing resources in your area.
  • 2. HUD Exchange: The HUD Exchange website provides information on a variety of federal housing programs, including Section 8 and HOME.
  • 3. National Low Income Housing Coalition: The NLIHC website provides information on affordable housing programs and policies at the national and state levels.

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