How many low income apartments are in Kailua Kona, HI?

HUD administrative data tracks 9 subsidized properties in Kailua Kona with approximately 666 assisted units across project-based Section 8, public housing, LIHTC and §202/§811 programs.

What is the average rent in subsidized housing in Kailua Kona?

Tenant-paid rents in Kailua Kona's assisted buildings typically range from about $605 to $634 monthly, depending on program and bedroom size. Voucher holders generally pay close to 30% of their own income instead.

How do I apply for Section 8 in Kailua Kona?

Two routes: (1) apply directly to each subsidized building — they manage their own waitlists; (2) join your regional housing authority's Housing Choice Voucher waitlist when open. Our step-by-step guide walks through documents and timing.

What rent will a Section 8 voucher cover in Kailua Kona?

Payment standards track HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rent for Hawaii County: about $1,603/mo for one-bedroom and $2,076/mo for two-bedroom units (gross rent incl. utilities). You pay roughly 30% of income toward the remainder.

Low Income & Subsidized Housing in Kailua Kona, HI

There are 9 subsidized and income-restricted properties in Kailua Kona with roughly 666 assisted units — including 1 project-based Section 8 buildings, 1 public housing developments, and 4 LIHTC tax-credit communities, according to HUD administrative data. Reported tenant-paid rents across these buildings range from about $605 to $634 per month. Median reported wait: about 52 months.

assisted properties

666

subsidized units

$620

typical rent

52 mo

median wait

Map of subsidized housing in Kailua Kona

Complete directory of subsidized housing in Kailua Kona

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Lokahi Kau Apts LIHTC	306	—	—
Ka Hale Kahaluu Public Housing	202	$634	52 mo
Jack Hall Kona Memorial PB Section 8	47	$605	—
Hualalai Elderly Phase Ii LIHTC	36	—	—
Hualalai Elderly Phase I LIHTC	30	—	—
Hualalai Elderly Phase Iii LIHTC	30	—	—
Kealahou §811	6	—	—
Weinberg Hale Kai Malino §811	5	—	—
Kona Kokua Housing §811	4	—	—

Section 8 apartments in Kailua Kona (project-based)

These buildings carry HUD Section 8 contracts attached to the units — apply at each management office rather than through the voucher waitlist. How project-based Section 8 works →

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Jack Hall Kona Memorial PB Section 8	47	$605	—

Public housing developments in Kailua Kona

Rents here are set at about 30% of household income and managed by the local housing authority. About the public housing program →

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Ka Hale Kahaluu Public Housing	202	$634	52 mo

LIHTC & affordable tax-credit apartments in Kailua Kona

Tax-credit units rent below market rate for households within income bands (often 30–60% of Area Median Income). Understanding LIHTC →

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Lokahi Kau Apts LIHTC	306	—	—
Hualalai Elderly Phase Ii LIHTC	36	—	—
Hualalai Elderly Phase I LIHTC	30	—	—
Hualalai Elderly Phase Iii LIHTC	30	—	—

Voucher rent limits: Hawaii County Fair Market Rents

Housing Choice Voucher payment standards in this area derive from HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rents for Hawaii County: studio $1,592, 1-BR $1,603, 2-BR $2,076, 3-BR $2,622, 4-BR $3,024.

Full FMR table for Hawaii County →

How to apply for subsidized housing in Kailua Kona

Apply to buildings directly. Project-based Section 8, public housing, §202/§811 and LIHTC properties run their own waitlists — contact each office using the details on its page.
Join voucher waitlists. Your regional housing authority administers Housing Choice Vouchers; ask about current openings and preferences. Step-by-step application guide →
Document everything. ID, Social Security cards, birth certificates, and income proof speed up both paths.
Stay reachable. Update your address everywhere — missed mail is the top reason applicants lose spots.

Nearby cities with low income housing

Data: HUD Picture of Subsidized Households & LIHTC database (2024 vintage). Figures are administrative averages — confirm current availability with each property.