How long will Capdau home for the aged remain affordable housing?

LIHTC properties are required by law to remain affordable for a minimum of 30 years from the date they were placed in service (Capdau home for the aged was placed in service around 2020, so rent restrictions are secured at least until ~2050). After that period, the owner can choose to exit the program or renew. Ask management about the property's current compliance end date.

Is Capdau home for the aged a renovated building?

HFA records show this property was acquired and rehabilitated using LIHTC funding around 2020. Renovation scope varies widely — some properties received light cosmetic updates while others were substantially rebuilt. Ask management what was renovated, the age of key systems (roof, HVAC, plumbing), and whether any additional work is planned.

CAPDAU HOME FOR THE AGED — Income-Restricted Apartments in New Orleans, Louisiana

How rent works

What this means for you

This property includes LIHTC tax credit · Not Reported AMI. Rent rules can change by unit, so ask the office which program applies to the apartment you want.

LIHTC: These are income-based apartments with rent limits tied to the local Area Median Income (AMI) — not market-rate rent. Rent limits are set from the local AMI. If this property also has rental assistance, some tenants may pay about 30% of adjusted income.

Who can live here

Income ceiling: Not Reported Renovated Building Income-qualified only

Rent-Restricted Units

80 of 80 total

income-restricted tax credit apartments

Rent-Restricted Until

~2020

Minimum 30-year LIHTC legal commitment

Income Limit

Not Reported

Your household income must be at or below this % of Area Median Income

Capdau home for the aged is a Low Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) apartment community in New Orleans, Louisiana. LIHTC properties — also called Section 42 housing or tax credit apartments — are income-restricted rentals developed with federal tax credits administered by state Housing Finance Agencies (HFAs). Qualifying residents pay rent based on a percentage of the Area Median Income (AMI) for New Orleans. These properties are among the most affordable apartments available without a Section 8 voucher.

To qualify, your total household income must fall at or below the income limit set for this property — currently Not Reported of AMI. Unlike public housing, LIHTC income-restricted apartments are privately managed and require you to apply directly to the property. Rent is fixed at a discounted rate tied to AMI — not to your specific income — so your monthly payment stays predictable.

By law, LIHTC properties must remain rent-restricted for a minimum of 30 years. Capdau home for the aged was placed in service around 2020, keeping rents income-restricted at least through ~2020.

Before You Apply

Confirm the age rule and income limit

You must be of qualifying age. Your income must fall within HUD's Area Median Income (AMI) limits for New Orleans.

Ask which unit types are actually available

This listing shows historically available units. Ask directly if a unit is open today.

Verify accessibility before paying any fees

If you use a wheelchair or walker, confirm elevator access and doorway widths before submitting a paid application.

Questions People Ask

What unit types are reported at Capdau home for the aged?Open

This record reports: Call for layouts. Availability can change rapidly, so ask management which layouts are currently open and whether any accessible units are available.

What are the income limits to qualify at Capdau home for the aged?Open

Capdau home for the aged is a Low Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) property. HFA records indicate the income ceiling is set at Not Reported. This means your household income must be at or below that percentage of the Area Median Income (AMI) for new orleans. The exact dollar threshold depends on your household size. Management will verify income during the application process.