About This Property
The Housing Authority of Newellton operates 256 units of public housing in Newellton, LA within Tensas County. Both the public housing and Section 8 waitlists are currently closed. The authority provides rental assistance and housing options to eligible residents in the area.
Waitlist Information
Family's needs will be considered for invitations to apply, and declining two invitations will purge the application from the waitlist.
The Housing Authority of Newellton's Voucher Programs department is accepting pre-applications; family needs are considered for invitations to apply, and declining two invitations will result in the application being purged from the waitlist. To apply, you can start by calling (318) 467-2151 or contacting the property management office.
Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org
Updated July 7, 2026
Property Details
Income Limits - Tensas County, LA
Annual income limits by household size used to determine eligibility for affordable housing programs.
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $12,880
- Very Low (50%)
- $16,950
- Low (80%)
- $27,100
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $17,420
- Very Low (50%)
- $19,400
- Low (80%)
- $31,000
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $21,800
- Very Low (50%)
- $21,800
- Low (80%)
- $34,850
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $24,200
- Very Low (50%)
- $24,200
- Low (80%)
- $38,700
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $26,150
- Very Low (50%)
- $26,150
- Low (80%)
- $41,800
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $28,100
- Very Low (50%)
- $28,100
- Low (80%)
- $44,900
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $30,050
- Very Low (50%)
- $30,050
- Low (80%)
- $48,000
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $31,950
- Very Low (50%)
- $31,950
- Low (80%)
- $51,100
| Household | Extremely Low (30%) | Very Low (50%) | Low (80%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Person | $12,880 | $16,950 | $27,100 |
| 2 Persons | $17,420 | $19,400 | $31,000 |
| 3 Persons | $21,800 | $21,800 | $34,850 |
| 4 Persons | $24,200 | $24,200 | $38,700 |
| 5 Persons | $26,150 | $26,150 | $41,800 |
| 6 Persons | $28,100 | $28,100 | $44,900 |
| 7 Persons | $30,050 | $30,050 | $48,000 |
| 8 Persons | $31,950 | $31,950 | $51,100 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many units does Housing Authority of Newellton have?+
Housing Authority of Newellton has a total of 256 housing units.
What are the income limits for affordable housing in Tensas County, LA?+
For a 4-person household in Tensas County, LA, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $24,200, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $24,200, Low Income (80% AMI): $38,700. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.
Is there a waitlist for Housing Authority of Newellton?+
Public Housing waitlist is currently Open. Section 8 (HCV) waitlist is currently Open. Waitlist status can change frequently, so check back regularly or contact the housing authority directly for the most up-to-date information.
How do I apply for housing at Housing Authority of Newellton?+
Housing Authority of Newellton is a Housing Authority property. To apply, you can start by calling 3184672151, or contacting the property management office. You may need to submit an application and be placed on a waitlist. Eligibility is typically based on income, family size, and other factors.
