Wailuku, HI Low Income Housing

Wailuku, HI Low Income Housing Guide

Qualifying For Low Income Housing in Wailuku, HI

How do I qualify for low income housing in Wailuku, 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 Wailuku, HI

There are a variety of low-income housing options available in Wailuku, 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 Wailuku, 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 Wailuku, 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 Wailuku, HI

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 ...see full details
Maui County

Legal Aid Society Of Hawaii Wailuku - Wailuku

2287 Main St
Wailuku, HI - 96793
800-499-4302
This is a HUD Approved Housing Counseling Agency. Contact them for assistance for the following: Fair Housing Pre-Purchase Education Workshops Home Improvement and Rehabilitation 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 Services for Homeless Counseling Languages Spoken at Housing Agenc...see full details
Maui County

Affordable Housing Corp. Of Maui County - Wailuku

841 Alua St Unit 102
Wailuku, HI - 96793
808-244-5531
TO INCREASE THE AVAILABILITY OF AFFORDABLE HOUSING THROUGH DEVELOPING, CONSTRUCTING, MANAGING, AND OPERATING AFFORDABLE HOUSING FACILITIES....see full details
Maui County
Non Profit 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
HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

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
HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Hale Lokahi Akahi

Hale Lokahi Akahi - Wailuku

755 Makaala Dr
Wailuku, HI - 96793
(808) 242-5761
Hale Lokahi Akahi is a Disabled low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Hale Lokahi Akahi for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Maui County
HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Hale Mahaolu Ekolu - Wailuku

717 B Makaala Dr
Wailuku, HI - 96732
(808) 242-4377
Hale Mahaolu Ekolu is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Hale Mahaolu Ekolu for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Maui County
HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Tips for Finding Low-Income Housing in Wailuku, 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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