How many low income apartments are in Wailuku, HI?

HUD administrative data tracks 9 subsidized properties in Wailuku with approximately 590 assisted units across project-based Section 8, public housing, LIHTC and §202/§811 programs.

What is the average rent in subsidized housing in Wailuku?

Tenant-paid rents in Wailuku's assisted buildings typically range from about $337 to $857 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 Wailuku?

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 Wailuku?

Payment standards track HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rent for Maui County: about $2,000/mo for one-bedroom and $2,624/mo for two-bedroom units (gross rent incl. utilities). You pay roughly 30% of income toward the remainder.

Low Income & Subsidized Housing in Wailuku, HI

There are 9 subsidized and income-restricted properties in Wailuku with roughly 590 assisted units — including 3 project-based Section 8 buildings, 1 public housing developments, and 3 LIHTC tax-credit communities, according to HUD administrative data. Reported tenant-paid rents across these buildings range from about $337 to $857 per month. Median reported wait: about 7 months.

assisted properties

590

subsidized units

$597

typical rent

7 mo

median wait

Map of subsidized housing in Wailuku

Complete directory of subsidized housing in Wailuku

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Hale Makana O Waiale LIHTC	200	—	—
Kahekili Terrace Public Housing	196	$857	7 mo
Lokenani Hale Apts LIHTC	61	—	—
Hale Mahaolu Ekolu, Inc. PB Section 8	41	$381	—
Imi Ikena Apts LIHTC	27	—	—
Hale Lokahi Akahi PB Section 8	20	$337	—
Hale O Mana'o Lana Hou PB Section 8	20	$416	—
Hale O Mana'o Lana Hou Ii §811	15	$373	—
Kaho'okamamalu,inc §811	10	—	—

Section 8 apartments in Wailuku (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
Hale Mahaolu Ekolu, Inc. PB Section 8	41	$381	—
Hale Lokahi Akahi PB Section 8	20	$337	—
Hale O Mana'o Lana Hou PB Section 8	20	$416	—

Public housing developments in Wailuku

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
Kahekili Terrace Public Housing	196	$857	7 mo

LIHTC & affordable tax-credit apartments in Wailuku

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
Hale Makana O Waiale LIHTC	200	—	—
Lokenani Hale Apts LIHTC	61	—	—
Imi Ikena Apts LIHTC	27	—	—

Voucher rent limits: Maui County Fair Market Rents

Housing Choice Voucher payment standards in this area derive from HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rents for Maui County: studio $1,896, 1-BR $2,000, 2-BR $2,624, 3-BR $3,398, 4-BR $4,236.

Full FMR table for Maui County →

How to apply for subsidized housing in Wailuku

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.