New Orleans housing & shelter resources
Access affordable housing, short-term shelters, and support services to help you find stability and security in New Orleans.
If you or someone you know is experiencing homelessness or housing instability, there are a variety of resources available to help in New Orleans. Whether you need emergency shelter, transitional housing, or long-term support, local shelters, housing programs, and advocacy groups are ready to assist you.
This guide provides a comprehensive directory of housing resources in New Orleans, including shelters, affordable housing programs, and services for individuals and families facing housing challenges. Each listing includes important details such as location, contact information, services offered, and eligibility requirements.
New Orleans housing & shelter resources
The following listings offer trusted resources to help individuals and families secure housing, shelter, and related support in New Orleans. Each listing provides critical details on eligibility, services offered, and how to access these resources.
Short-term shelters
Covenant House
📍 611 N. Rampart St., New Orleans, LA 70112
📞 504-584-1111
🔗 Website
🕒 Open 24/7
💡 Services for youth ages 16–22, including job readiness, education, daycare, and transitional housing. Couples accepted; COVID test required.
💰 Free; clinic accepts Medicaid/Medicare/insurance; sliding scale for medical services.
🌍 Language Support: Spanish not spoken
Hagar’s House for Women
📍 Intake by phone; call for address
📞 504-210-5064
📧 hagarshouse@gmail.com
🔗 Website
🕒 Intake Hours: Monday–Friday, 9 AM–5 PM
💡 Transitional housing for single women, families, and gender non-conforming individuals. Waitlist likely.
💰 Free
🌍 Language Support: Spanish spoken
New Orleans Low Barrier Shelter
📍 1530 Gravier St., New Orleans, LA
📞 504-517-1815
🕒 Open 24/7
💡 Emergency shelter for adults 18+. Pets allowed. Guests can leave and return freely.
💰 Free
🌍 Language Support: Not listed
New Orleans Mission
📍 1130 Oretha Castle Haley Blvd., New Orleans, LA 70113
📞 504-638-5434
🔗 Website
🕒 Office: Monday–Friday, 9 AM–6 PM; Open 24/7
💡 Overnight shelter for adults. Meals and job program available. Check-in 3:30–5:30 PM.
💰 Free
🌍 Language Support: Spanish spoken
New Orleans Women & Children’s Shelter
📍 2020 S Liberty St., New Orleans, LA 70113
📞 504-522-9340
🔗 Website
💡 Transitional housing for women, pregnant people, and single or intact families with children.
💰 Free
🌍 Language Support: Spanish not spoken; interpreters available
Ozanam Inn
📍 2239 Poydras St., New Orleans, LA 70112
📞 504-523-1184
🔗 Website
🕒 Intake: Monday–Friday, 8 AM–4 PM
💡 Emergency shelter for adults. Legal aid, food, clothes, and medical services included.
💰 Free
🌍 Language Support: Spanish spoken
Salvation Army – Center of Hope
📍 Office: 4526 S. Claiborne Ave | Shelter: 4500 S. Claiborne Ave, New Orleans, LA 70125
📞 504-899-4569
🔗 Website
🕒 Office: Monday–Friday, 8:30 AM–4:30 PM | Intakes: 4–6 PM
💡 Emergency shelter for individuals and women with children. Meals and case management included.
💰 Free for first 7 nights; $10/night or voucher after
🌍 Language Support: Spanish spoken
Long-term housing & advocacy
Armstrong Family Services
📍 1015 Henriette Delille St., New Orleans, LA 70119
📞 504-899-2995
🔗 Facebook Page
🕒 Office Hours: Monday–Friday, 8 AM–5 PM
💡 Rent and deposit help for low-income families. No current shelter services.
💰 Free
🌍 Language Support: Spanish spoken
Boystown Louisiana
📍 300 N Broad St. Ste 106, New Orleans, LA 70119
📞 504-293-7900
🔗 Website
💡 Residential treatment and support for boys ages 12–17 with emotional or behavioral challenges. Referral required.
💰 Medicaid
🌍 Language Support: Spanish spoken
Catholic Charities Archdiocese of New Orleans
💡 Long- and short-term case management. Offers rental assistance and neighborhood center support.
🕒 Monday–Friday hours vary by location
📍 Locations:
Gert Town: 3425 Audubon Court – 📞 504-488-4818
Hope Haven (West Bank): 1101 Barataria Blvd – 📞 504-371-7742
St. Bernard: 1519 E. Judge Perez Dr – 📞 985-735-7673
St. Gabriel: 4700 Pineda St – 📞 504-286-0829
St. John the Baptist: 1920 Clio St – 📞 504-581-4987
Housing Authority of New Orleans (HANO)
📍 4100 Touro St., New Orleans, LA 70122
📞 504-670-3300
🔗 Website
🕒 Monday–Friday, 8 AM–5 PM
💡 Section 8 and public housing applications. Rent set to 30% of income.
💰 Free
🌍 Language Support: Spanish spoken
Jane Place Neighborhood Sustainability Initiative
📍 Columbus St., Suite 104, New Orleans, LA 70119
📞 504-799-1704
🔗 Website
💡 Renter advocacy and affordable housing. Hosts Renter’s Rights Assemblies.
💰 Free
🌍 Language Support: Not listed
Habitat for Humanity New Orleans
📍 2900 Elysian Fields Ave., New Orleans, LA 70122
📞 Office: 504-861-2077 | Hotline: 504-609-3340
🔗 Website
🕒 Monday–Friday, 9 AM–5 PM
💡 Affordable homeownership and home repair assistance. Requires sweat equity hours.
💰 Income-based
🌍 Language Support: Spanish spoken
Neighborhood Development Foundation (NDF)
📍 1429 S. Rampart St., New Orleans, LA 70112
📞 504-488-0155
🔗 Website
💡 Homebuyer and financial education. Properties available for low-income residents.
💰 Cost varies
🌍 Language Support: Not listed
Family Resources of New Orleans
📍 817 N. Claiborne Ave., New Orleans, LA 70116
📞 504-822-8519
🔗 Website
💡 HUD-certified housing counseling, IDA accounts, credit coaching.
💰 Some free; fees for credit reports and homebuyer classes
🌍 Language Support: Not spoken
Louisiana Fair Housing Action Center
📍 1340 Poydras St., Ste 710, New Orleans, LA 70112
📞 504-596-2100
🔗 Website
🕒 Monday–Friday, 9 AM–5 PM
💡 Legal help for housing discrimination. Foreclosure prevention and fair housing education.
💰 Free
🌍 Language Support: Spanish spoken; interpreters available
UNITY of Greater New Orleans
📍 2475 Canal St., Suite 300, New Orleans, LA
📞 504-821-4496
🔗 Website
Visit the website to view a Housing Crisis Guide.
🕒 Office: Monday–Friday, 8:30 AM–4 PM
💡 HUD-designated housing referral hub. Helps homeless residents find safe shelter.
💰 Free
🌍 Language Support: Spanish interpreters available
UNITY refers people in housing crisis to the below organizations for additional support:
- For families with children in housing crisis: 504-356-1859
- For adults in housing crisis: 504-658-2944 (Traveler’s Aid Society)
- For youth in housing crisis: 504-584-1111 (Covenant House)
Frequently asked questions
How can I apply for public housing in New Orleans?
You can apply for public housing through the Housing Authority of New Orleans (HANO). Visit their website to submit a pre-application for Section 8 vouchers and public housing.
Where can I find emergency shelter in New Orleans?
Several shelters, including Covenant House, New Orleans Mission, and Ozanam Inn, offer emergency shelter for individuals and families. Call ahead to confirm availability and intake procedures.
What programs are available for families experiencing homelessness?
Hagar's House, the New Orleans Women & Children's Shelter, and Catholic Charities provide long-term housing solutions for women and families. These programs also offer case management, job readiness, and other support services.
Is there assistance for first-time homebuyers in New Orleans?
Yes! Neighborhood Housing Services of New Orleans and Habitat for Humanity offer homebuyer education and affordable homeownership programs for low-income individuals and families.
How can I get help immediately if I’m unhoused?
Call 211 for emergency referrals.
Can I stay at a shelter if I don’t have an ID or insurance?
Most emergency shelters offer services regardless of ID or insurance. Always call ahead to confirm requirements.
Where can I go if I need help with rent or avoiding eviction?
Organizations like Catholic Charities and HANO offer rent and deposit assistance.
Need safe shelter or housing help?
Call 211 or the UNITY Housing at 504-821-4496.
Browse this page for shelters and housing resources across New Orleans.
If you’ve been contacted by Nest Health or your health plan and think you might be eligible for Nest Health’s services, call 866-222-NEST.