Puunene, HI Low Income Housing

Puunene, HI Low Income Housing Guide

Qualifying For Low Income Housing in Puunene, HI

How do I qualify for low income housing in Puunene, HI?
To qualify for low income housing in Hawaii, you must meet the following income requirements:

Your household income must be below 80% of the area median income (AMI). The AMI is updated annually by the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) and varies by county.

You must have a valid Social Security number or Individual Taxpayer Identification Number (ITIN).

You must be a U.S. citizen or a legal immigrant.

In addition to the income requirements, you may also need to meet other eligibility requirements, such as:

- You must not have been evicted from any public housing or Section 8 housing in the past three years.
- You must not have any outstanding felony convictions for drug-related offenses.
- You must not be a registered sex offender.

Types of Low Income Housing in Puunene, HI

There are a variety of low-income housing options available in Puunene, HI, including:
  • Public Housing: Public housing is owned and operated by your area Housing Authority. Public housing units are rented to low-income households at below-market rates.
  • Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers: Section 8 is a federal program that provides rental assistance to low-income households. Vouchers can be used to rent apartments, townhouses, or single-family homes from private landlords.
  • Low Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC): LIHTC is a federal program that provides tax credits to developers who build or renovate affordable housing units. LIHTC units are typically rented at below-market rates.
  • Project-Based Section 8: Project-based Section 8 is a federal program that provides rental assistance to low-income households who live in specific apartment buildings or housing developments.
  • Very Low Income Housing Development (VLID): VLID is a federal program that provides grants to states and local governments to fund the development of affordable housing for low-income households.


In addition to these federal programs, there are also a number of state and local programs that provide low-income housing assistance in Puunene, HI. These programs may offer rental assistance, down payment assistance, or other forms of financial assistance to help low-income households afford housing.

PublicHousing.com puts together our list of properties using the above program listings all on one website.



We display monthly rates for the apartments when possible. Most of subsidized apartments base the rent on income, therefore, you will need to contact the apartment directly for rates. We list all pertinent contact information.

HUD Fair Market Rent For Puunene, Hawaii - Maui County

Studio Apartments $1,606
One Bedroom Apartments $1,986
Two Bedroom Apartments $2,731
Three Bedroom Apartments $2,944

List of Low Income Housing in or near Puunene, HI

Maui Kokua Housing - Kahului

456 S. Lanai Street
Kahului, HI - 96732
(808) 737-2523
Maui Kokua Housing is a Disabled low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Maui Kokua Housing for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications. ...see full details
Maui County
Listing Location: 1.53 miles from Puunene

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Luana Gardens Ii - Kahului

615 A W Papa Ave
Kahului, HI - 96732
(808) 872-4100
Luana Gardens Ii is a Family low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Luana Gardens Ii for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications. ...see full details
Maui County
Listing Location: 1.95 miles from Puunene

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Hale Mahaolu Elima - Kahului

11 Mahaolu Street
Kahului, HI - 96732
808 893-0002
Hale Mahaolu Elima is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Hale Mahaolu Elima for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Maui County
Listing Location: 2.00 miles from Puunene

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Hale Mahaolu-elua - Kahului

200-a Hina Ave
Kahului, HI - 96732
(808)872-4180
Hale Mahaolu-elua is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Hale Mahaolu-elua for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Maui County
Listing Location: 2.13 miles from Puunene

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Hale Mahaolu Homeownership/housing Counseling - Kahului

200 Hina Avenue
Kahului, HI - 96732
808-661-5957
This is a HUD Approved Housing Counseling Agency. Contact them for assistance for the following: Fair Housing Pre-Purchase Education Workshops Financial Management Budget Counseling Mortgage Delinquency and Default Resolution Counseling Non-Delinquency Post Purchase Workshops for Homeowners Pre-purchase Counseling Pre-purchase Homebuyer Education Workshops Predatory Lending Education Workshops Rental Housing Counseling Languages Spoken at Housing Agency: English...see full details
Maui County
Listing Location: 2.13 miles from Puunene


Luana Gardens Iii - Kahului

711 S Kam Ave
Kahului, HI - 96732
(808)872-4100
Luana Gardens Iii is a Family low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Luana Gardens Iii for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Maui County
Listing Location: 2.67 miles from Puunene

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Hale O Mana'o Lana Hou - Wailuku

325 Mahalani St
Wailuku, HI - 96793
808-242-5761
Hale O Mana'o Lana Hou is a Disabled low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Hale O Mana'o Lana Hou for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Maui County
Listing Location: 3.05 miles from Puunene

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Mana Ola Na Keanuenue Affordable Housing - Kahului

450 A Kanaloa Ave
Kahului, HI - 96732
(808) 242-5781
5 unit affordable housing community apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Mana Ola Na Keanuenue for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications. ...see full details
Maui County
Listing Location: 3.32 miles from Puunene

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Maui County Housing Division - Section 8 - Wailuku

35 Lunalilo Street Suite 400
Wailuku, HI - 96793
(808)270-7751
Maui County Housing Division provides housing assistance to low income residents through the management of the areas Housing Choice Voucher Program - Section 8. This program is income based and the eligibility guidelines are set by HUD. There may be a waiting list for vouchers and at times the list may close to new applicants based on the size of and the length of wait on the list. This Division also provides services such as the First Time Home buyers Assistance Program. If you are in need of assistance please contact the Housing Division directly to obtain more information about program eligibility requirements, availability of assistance, the status of any waiting lists and their application procedures. ...see full details
Maui County
Listing Location: 3.43 miles from Puunene


Kaho'okamamalu - Wailuku

1935 Main St
Wailuku, HI - 96793
(808) 242-5761
Kaho'okamamalu is a Disabled low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Kaho'okamamalu for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Maui County
Listing Location: 3.74 miles from Puunene

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Tips for Finding Low-Income Housing in Puunene, HI

  • 1. Check with local social service agencies. Many social service agencies offer affordable housing programs or can provide you with information on affordable housing resources in your area.
  • 2. HUD Exchange: The HUD Exchange website provides information on a variety of federal housing programs, including Section 8 and HOME.
  • 3. National Low Income Housing Coalition: The NLIHC website provides information on affordable housing programs and policies at the national and state levels.

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