About This Property
Emerald Point offers 120 affordable rental units in Lake Charles, serving families with a mix that includes twelve three-bedroom apartments. The property has been in service since 2008 and utilizes 4% Low-Income Housing Tax Credits to maintain affordable housing options in Calcasieu County.
Waitlist Information
Waitlist managed by Housing Authority of Lake Charles
The Housing Authority of Lake Charles previously accepted applications in-person with no stated preferences, and applicants were placed by date and time received.
The Section 8 waiting list was last open in July 2017 for five days and gave preferences to working, elderly, and disabled applicants, placed by date and time with preferences.
Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org
Updated May 8, 2026
Property Details
Income Limits - Calcasieu County, LA
Annual income limits by household size used to determine eligibility for affordable housing programs.
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $13,600
- Very Low (50%)
- $22,650
- Low (80%)
- $36,250
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $17,420
- Very Low (50%)
- $25,900
- Low (80%)
- $41,400
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $21,960
- Very Low (50%)
- $29,150
- Low (80%)
- $46,600
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $26,500
- Very Low (50%)
- $32,350
- Low (80%)
- $51,750
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $31,040
- Very Low (50%)
- $34,950
- Low (80%)
- $55,900
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $35,580
- Very Low (50%)
- $37,550
- Low (80%)
- $60,050
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $40,120
- Very Low (50%)
- $40,150
- Low (80%)
- $64,200
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $42,750
- Very Low (50%)
- $42,750
- Low (80%)
- $68,350
| Household | Extremely Low (30%) | Very Low (50%) | Low (80%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Person | $13,600 | $22,650 | $36,250 |
| 2 Persons | $17,420 | $25,900 | $41,400 |
| 3 Persons | $21,960 | $29,150 | $46,600 |
| 4 Persons | $26,500 | $32,350 | $51,750 |
| 5 Persons | $31,040 | $34,950 | $55,900 |
| 6 Persons | $35,580 | $37,550 | $60,050 |
| 7 Persons | $40,120 | $40,150 | $64,200 |
| 8 Persons | $42,750 | $42,750 | $68,350 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What size apartments are available at Emerald Point?+
Emerald Point offers the following unit types: 12 Three-Bedroom units, for a total of 120 units.
What are the income limits for affordable housing in Calcasieu County, LA?+
For a 4-person household in Calcasieu County, LA, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $26,500, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $32,350, Low Income (80% AMI): $51,750. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.
Is there a waitlist for Emerald Point?+
Public Housing waitlist is currently Closed. Section 8 (HCV) waitlist is currently Closed. Waitlist status can change frequently, so check back regularly or contact the housing authority directly for the most up-to-date information.
Who manages Emerald Point?+
Emerald Point is managed by . You can reach them at . Visit their website for more information.
How do I apply for housing at Emerald Point?+
Emerald Point is a Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) property. To apply, you can start by calling , or visiting their website, or contacting the property management office. Contact the property to learn about availability and application requirements. Eligibility is based on income limits set for the area.
Who is eligible to live at Emerald Point?+
Emerald Point primarily serves families, Acquisition/Rehab. All applicants must also meet income eligibility requirements for the area. Contact the property for specific eligibility criteria.
Contact Information
Walk Score
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Nearby Schools
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