Longstreet, LA Low Income Housing

Longstreet, LA Low Income Housing Guide

Qualifying For Low Income Housing in Longstreet, LA

How do I qualify for low income housing in Longstreet, 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 Longstreet, LA

There are a variety of low-income housing options available in Longstreet, 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 Longstreet, 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 Longstreet, LA

Mansfield LA Housing Authority - Mansfield

600 Kennedy Street
Mansfield, LA - 71052
(318) 872-1383
Mansfield 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
De Soto County
Listing Location: 15.29 miles from Longstreet


Desoto Estates - Mansfield

916 Jacobs St
Mansfield, LA - 71052
318-872-0941
Desoto Estates is a Family low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Desoto Estates for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
De Soto County
Listing Location: 15.57 miles from Longstreet

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Barak Apartments - Tenaha

285 S Center St
Tenaha, TX - 75974
936-598-3634
Barak Apartments is a low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Barak Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
De Soto County
Listing Location: 19.97 miles from Longstreet

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Holy Cross Villas West - Shreveport

9333 Normandie Dr
Shreveport, LA - 71118
(318) 227-8693
Holy Cross Villas West is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Holy Cross Villas West for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
De Soto County
Listing Location: 22.48 miles from Longstreet

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Southwood Gardens - Affordable Senior Housing - Shreveport

3550 Cedar Creek Rd
Shreveport, LA - 71118
(318) 682-4022
Amenities:     Community/Game Room     Central Air     Library     Emergency Call System ...see full details
De Soto County
Listing Location: 22.86 miles from Longstreet


Panola Apartments - Carthage

1100 S Adams St
Carthage, TX - 75633
(504)561-1172
Panola Apartments is a Family low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Panola Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
De Soto County
Listing Location: 23.26 miles from Longstreet

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Southwood Square - Affordable Senior Housing - Shreveport

9085 Dean Road
Shreveport, LA - 71118
(318) 671-1888
Amenities:     Central Air     Emergency Call System     Small Pets Welcome     On-site Laundry Facility ...see full details
De Soto County
Listing Location: 23.43 miles from Longstreet


Brookwood Plaza Apartments - Low Income - Shreveport

8930 Brookwood Drive
Shreveport, LA - 71118
(318) 687-1181
Brookwood Plaza Apartments is operated under the Tax Credit Program.  The program is designed to facilitate the housing needs of low, moderate, and middle-income families.  Residency at Brookwood Plaza requires the applicants to meet certain qualifying standards established by the government.  This program is not connected with Section 8, although Housing vouchers are accepted.  Income includes, in addition to standard wages, funds received from many other sources, such as alimony, child support, pensions, and social security.  Individuals and families must meet specific income standards in order to qualify to live at Brookwood Plaza. ...see full details
De Soto County
Listing Location: 23.94 miles from Longstreet


Union Acres Trust - Center

818 Cotton Ford Rd
Center, TX - 75935
936-598-3634
Union Acres Trust is a Family low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Union Acres Trust for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
De Soto County
Listing Location: 23.96 miles from Longstreet

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Brown Park Estates - Shreveport

9217 Biddle Dr
Shreveport, LA - 71106
318-227-8693
Brown Park Estates is a Family low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Brown Park Estates for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
De Soto County
Listing Location: 24.87 miles from Longstreet

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Tips for Finding Low-Income Housing in Longstreet, 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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