Are you looking for low-income housing in Lafayette, Louisiana? We invite you to take a look at Bayberry Point I. Conveniently located, this community of single-family housing units provides affordable housing for eligible households, complete with modern comforts and amenities. Close to shopping, dining, healthcare, and schools, Bayberry Point I is the housing opportunity you’re looking for!
About Bayberry Point I
Bayberry Point I is located in north Lafayette, conveniently close to the junction of I-49/US-167 and I-10. Unlike other low rent options, which are typically apartment communities consisting of 1- and 2-bedroom apartments, Bayberry Point is a community of stand-alone, single-family homes with 3- and 4-bedroom floor plans. These spacious units are an ideal housing choice for individuals and growing families alike. All homes are move-in ready and equipped with central heat/air, washer/dryer, refrigerator, range, dishwasher, and mini-blinds. Each house also has a private driveway with a carport.
Across the manicured grounds, residents enjoy the on-site clubhouse and community room with regularly scheduled activities and exercise facilities to stay in shape. Enjoy a cookout with family and friends at the pavilion and picnic area located on the grounds!
Centrally located, Bayberry Point I is conveniently close to major thoroughfares like North University Avenue and the Evangeline Throughway, with abundant shopping, dining, and health services options just minutes away. You’re also less than 10 minutes from other attractions like City Park and downtown Lafayette.
About Lafayette, Louisiana
Home to about 125,000 people, the City of Lafayette is the fourth-largest city in Louisiana, also serving as the parish seat for Lafayette Parish. Known across the country as the “heart of Cajun territory,” Lafayette has a unique history and culture, derived from the French settlers who initially colonized this area and the influx of French Acadian refugees from Canada in the late 1700s. Today, this area is renowned for its amazing Cajun food, Zydeco music, humid air, abundant bayous, laid-back attitude, and of course, that unmistakable Cajun dialect.
Things to Do in and Around Lafayette
Residents of Lafayette find plenty of opportunities for entertainment and recreation. You’ll experience numerous street festivals year-round, complete with great food and Cajun music — including annual festivals like the Festivals Acadians et Creoles, Festival Internationale de Louisiane, and the second-largest Mardi Gras celebration in the state (New Orleans being the largest). Enjoy the sights, sounds, and tastes of downtown Lafayette or learn more about the city’s local heritage by visiting the Acadian Village, the Acadian Cultural Center, and the living museum at historic Vermillionville. The kids will enjoy attractions like the Lafayette Science Museum and the Children’s Museum of Acadiana. To spend time in the great outdoors, check out Evangeline State Park or explore Atchafalaya Basin, home to America’s largest swamp.
Schools in Lafayette, Louisiana
The Lafayette Parish School System operates public schools in Lafayette. This well-rated school district includes 25 elementary schools, 12 middle schools, and eight high schools. Bayberry Point I is zoned for the following schools:
- Alice N. Boucher Elementary School, 400 Patterson St, Lafayette, LA 70501
- Paul Breaux Middle School, 1400 South Orange St., Lafayette, LA 70501
- Northside High School, 301 Dunand St., Lafayette, LA 70501
Am I Eligible for Affordable Housing at Bayberry Point I?
Bayberry Point I is an income-restricted property, HUD-compliant, and designated for individuals and families who make less than 60 percent of the median household income for the Huntsville, Alabama area. Price ranges for low-income apartments are based on size and median incomes for the area to make them as affordable as possible for low-income households. To learn more about eligibility requirements, as well as exploring other housing assistance like housing choice vouchers, contact the Lafayette housing authority.
If you are an eligible individual or family seeking low rent housing in Lafayette, don’t miss Bayberry Point I. Please get in touch with our management team schedule a tour of our available homes. You can reach us during standard office hours at our regular office phone number, 256.894.2382. Our website contact form is available 24-hours a day. We look forward to showing you your new home!