How many low income apartments are in Lihue, HI?

HUD administrative data tracks 7 subsidized properties in Lihue with approximately 285 assisted units across project-based Section 8, public housing, LIHTC and §202/§811 programs.

What is the average rent in subsidized housing in Lihue?

Tenant-paid rents in Lihue's assisted buildings typically range from about $445 to $445 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 Lihue?

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 Lihue?

Payment standards track HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rent for Kauai County: about $1,777/mo for one-bedroom and $2,332/mo for two-bedroom units (gross rent incl. utilities). You pay roughly 30% of income toward the remainder.

Low Income & Subsidized Housing in Lihue, HI

There are 7 subsidized and income-restricted properties in Lihue with roughly 285 assisted units — including 1 project-based Section 8 buildings, 0 public housing developments, and 5 LIHTC tax-credit communities, according to HUD administrative data. Reported tenant-paid rents across these buildings range from about $445 to $445 per month.

assisted properties

285

subsidized units

$445

typical rent

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median wait

Map of subsidized housing in Lihue

Complete directory of subsidized housing in Lihue

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Rice Camp Kanikoo LIHTC	60	—	—
Lihue Gardens Elderly PB Section 8	57	$445	—
Pua Loke LIHTC	54	—	—
Kalepa Village Phase 2b LIHTC	40	—	—
Kalepa Village Phase 3 LIHTC	40	—	—
Rice Camp Ii LIHTC	29	—	—
Shdc No. 7 §811	5	—	—

Section 8 apartments in Lihue (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
Lihue Gardens Elderly PB Section 8	57	$445	—

LIHTC & affordable tax-credit apartments in Lihue

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
Rice Camp Kanikoo LIHTC	60	—	—
Pua Loke LIHTC	54	—	—
Kalepa Village Phase 2b LIHTC	40	—	—
Kalepa Village Phase 3 LIHTC	40	—	—
Rice Camp Ii LIHTC	29	—	—

Voucher rent limits: Kauai County Fair Market Rents

Housing Choice Voucher payment standards in this area derive from HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rents for Kauai County: studio $1,766, 1-BR $1,777, 2-BR $2,332, 3-BR $2,866, 4-BR $3,179.

Full FMR table for Kauai County →

How to apply for subsidized housing in Lihue

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.