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About St. Martinville City
St. Martinville City, located in Saint Martinville, St. Martin County, Louisiana (PHA Code: LA173), manages approximately 53 assisted housing units. These units primarily support residents through the Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) program. The housing authority provides essential housing assistance to eligible low-income families and individuals within its service area.
Currently, the Public Housing program administered by St. Martinville City is open for applications. The Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) program, however, is presently closed to new applicants. The status of Mainstream, Project-Based Vouchers (PBV), and RAD programs is currently unknown. For a family of four, the Very Low Income limit for this area (Lafayette, LA HUD Metro FMR Area) is $42,350 per year.
Recent updates show the Public Housing program has changed from a closed status to open, while the Housing Choice Voucher program transitioned from an unknown status to closed. Applicants are advised to verify the latest program availability directly with the housing authority.
Public Housing Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
Mar 5, 2026
How to Apply
Phone
Additional Notes
Families with children, elderly applicants, and disabled individuals may receive priority placement.
Other Programs
4 programsThese programs are administered by this housing authority but do not have active waitlist openings at this time. Statuses are verified nightly and subscribers will be notified when changes are detected.
Housing Choice Vouchers (Section 8) provide rental assistance that tenants can use in the private market. The voucher covers a portion of rent, with tenants typically paying 30% of their adjusted gross income. Participants can choose any housing that meets program requirements.
No active waitlist information currently available for Mainstream Vouchers.
No active waitlist information currently available for Project-Based Vouchers.
No active waitlist information currently available for the Rental Assistance Demonstration program.
Status History
Official Application
Contact St. Martinville City directly at (337) 394-2230 to request an application. Applications are always free — never pay anyone to apply on your behalf.
Contact the housing authority directly for application information.
WARNING: DO NOT PAY ANYONE TO APPLY FOR HOUSING
Contact Information
Important Notices
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Waiting lists can close without notice once a specific number of applications is reached.
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Ensure your contact information is always up to date with the PHA to avoid being removed from the list.
How to Apply at St. Martinville City
Check Current Status
St. Martinville City currently has 1 open waiting list (Public Housing). Application windows can close with little notice, so apply as soon as possible.
Gather Required Documents
For Section 8 voucher programs at St. Martinville City, you will typically need: government-issued photo ID for all adult household members, Social Security cards for all members, birth certificates for minors, proof of income (pay stubs, tax returns, benefit letters), and proof of current address. For a family of four, income must be below $42,350/year to qualify in this area. Having these ready before the waitlist opens can make the difference between getting on the list and missing the window.
Submit Your Application
Contact St. Martinville City directly at (337) 394-2230 to request an application. Applications are always free — never pay anyone to apply on your behalf.
After You Apply
Once accepted onto the waiting list at St. Martinville City, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. St. Martinville City manages approximately 53 assisted housing units (53 Section 8), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Saint Martinville. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at St. Martinville City
Public Housing Public Housing open
Public Housing units at St. Martinville City are owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Rent is set at 30% of your adjusted monthly income. You may request a transfer to other Public Housing developments but cannot use this benefit at private rental properties.
HCV Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) closed
The Housing Choice Voucher program at St. Martinville City provides rental assistance that allows you to choose any privately-owned rental unit that meets program requirements. You pay approximately 30% of your adjusted monthly income toward rent, and the voucher covers the remainder up to the Fair Market Rent for Saint Martinville. This program serves approximately 53 households. Vouchers are portable — you can take them with you if you move to a different city or state.
Mainstream Mainstream Voucher closed
Mainstream Vouchers at St. Martinville City are specifically designated for non-elderly individuals with disabilities. These vouchers work like standard HCVs but are reserved for this population and often have separate, shorter waitlists.
PBV Project-Based Voucher closed
Project-Based Vouchers at St. Martinville City are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Saint Martinville. Unlike the standard Housing Choice Voucher, PBV assistance stays with the property — not with you. However, after one year of occupancy, you may request a standard portable voucher. PBV waitlists often move faster because fewer applicants know about them.
RAD Rental Assistance Demonstration closed
The Rental Assistance Demonstration program at St. Martinville City converts Public Housing units to project-based assistance with long-term contracts. RAD units in Saint Martinville maintain the same resident protections as Public Housing while enabling capital improvements to the properties.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What are the income limits for St. Martinville City?
St. Martinville City Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the St. Martinville City are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Lafayette, LA HUD Metro FMR Area. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $42,350. Limits are set annually by HUD and vary by household size.
| Household Size | Extremely Low 30% AMI |
Very Low 50% AMI |
Low Income 80% AMI |
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| 1 Person | $17,800 | $29,650 | $47,450 |
| 2 Persons | $21,150 | $33,900 | $54,200 |
| 3 Persons | $26,650 | $38,150 | $61,000 |
| 4 Persons | $32,150 | $42,350 | $67,750 |
| 5 Persons | $37,650 | $45,750 | $73,200 |
| 6 Persons | $43,150 | $49,150 | $78,600 |
| 7 Persons | $48,650 | $52,550 | $84,050 |
| 8 Persons | $54,150 | $55,950 | $89,450 |
What do these income limits mean?
Extremely Low Income (30% AMI) — Households earning at or below 30% of the Area Median Income. This is the threshold for the lowest-income tier of assistance. Many housing authorities give preference to applicants at this level.
Very Low Income (50% AMI) — The standard eligibility threshold for Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers and most Public Housing programs. Your household income must be at or below this limit to qualify.
Low Income (80% AMI) — Some programs, including Project-Based Vouchers and certain local initiatives, use this higher threshold. Check with this housing authority for specific program requirements.
Nearby Housing Authorities
Applying to multiple housing authorities increases your chances of receiving assistance. These PHAs are closest to St. Martinville City — including across state lines.