Mathews, LA Low Income Housing

Mathews, LA Low Income Housing Guide

Qualifying For Low Income Housing in Mathews, LA

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

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

Terrebonne Parish Consolidated Government - HCV Section 8 - Houma

809 Barrow Street
Houma, LA - 70360
(985) 873-6861
Terrebonne Parish Consolidated Government provides housing assistance to low income residents through the management of the areas Housing Choice Voucher Program - Section 8. This program is income based and the eligibility guidelines are set by HUD. There may be waiting lists for these 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 Terrebonne Parish directly to obtain more information about eligibility requirements, availability of assistance, the status of any waiting lists and their application procedures. ...see full details
Lafourche County
Listing Location: 12.43 miles from Mathews


Catholic Social Services - Houma

1220 Aycock Street
Houma, LA - 70360
985-876-0490
  Catholic Housing Services provides assistance for middle & low-income people who wish to become homeowners. The program also provides pre-purchase & post-purchase counseling for home buyers, and assistance in getting the best terms for a mortgage. Clients may register by phone and will be notified by mail when classes are scheduled. ...see full details
Lafourche County
Listing Location: 12.47 miles from Mathews


Taddy Village - Houma

411 Bayou Gardens Boulevard
Houma, LA - 70364
(985)879-3966
Taddy Village is a Disabled low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Taddy Village for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Lafourche County
Listing Location: 13.16 miles from Mathews

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Larke Village - Houma

186 James Aitkens St
Houma, LA - 70360
985-857-9553
Larke Village is a low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Larke Village for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Lafourche County
Listing Location: 13.24 miles from Mathews

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Abbey Glen - Affordable Housing - Thibodaux

920 Serenity Drive
Thibodaux, LA - 70301
(985) 446-6020
Income Restricted Affordable Apartment Living Amenities:     Office     Computer Center     Planned Events     BBQ Grills     Picnic Area     Gazebo     Clubhouse with Kitchen     Outdoor Storage     Cable Ready     Washer/Dryer ...see full details
Lafourche County
Listing Location: 19.24 miles from Mathews


Abbey Glen Low Income Family Apartments - Thibodaux

920 Serenity Drive
Thibodaux, LA - 70301
(985) 446-6020
Program type: Income Restricted / Low-Income / Affordable Housing Number of Units: 32 Floor plans: 3 and 4 bedroom Property email address: abbey.glen@olympiaproperties.info Office Hours: Monday to Friday 2:00 PM - 6:00 PM Features and Amenities: Pre-wired for cable television Includes kitchen appliances Central heat & air Washer/dryer Additional storage space Clubhouse with full kitchen Computer center Playground Gazebo 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
Lafourche County
Listing Location: 19.24 miles from Mathews


People's Organization For Social Equality, - Luling

737 Maillard Road, Suite F
Luling, LA - 70070
985-331-8181
This is a HUD Approved Housing Counseling Agency. Contact them for assistance for the following: Financial Management Budget Counseling Home Improvement and Rehabilitation Counseling Mortgage Delinquency and Default Resolution Counseling Non-Delinquency Post Purchase Workshops for Homeowners Pre-purchase Counseling Pre-purchase Homebuyer Education Workshops Rental Housing Counseling Languages Spoken at Housing Agency: English Spanish...see full details
Lafourche County
Listing Location: 19.51 miles from Mathews


St. John the Baptist Parish Housing Authority - La Place

152 Joe Parquet Circle
La Place, LA - 70068
(985) 652-9036
St. John the Baptist Parish 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
Lafourche County
Listing Location: 25.77 miles from Mathews


Malcolm-kenner Apartments - Kenner

851 3rd St
Kenner, LA - 70062
504-468-1293
Malcolm-kenner Apartments is a Family low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Malcolm-kenner Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Lafourche County
Listing Location: 26.09 miles from Mathews

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

St James Parish Housing Authority - Lutcher

2627 N King Avenue
Lutcher, LA - 70071
(985) 869-3278
St James Parish 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
Lafourche County
Listing Location: 26.23 miles from Mathews


Tips for Finding Low-Income Housing in Mathews, 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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