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City and County of Honolulu

Name: City and County of Honolulu
Address: 842 Bethel St Fl 1, Honolulu, HI, 96813, US
Telephone: 8087687096

842 Bethel St Fl 1, Honolulu, HI, 96813

Information verified November 12, 2026·We re-check waiting list status daily·Waitlist data synced 18 hr ago

About This Property

This public housing program operated by the City and County of Honolulu provides 5,046 units across Honolulu, Hawaii. The public housing waitlist is currently closed, while the Section 8 waitlist remains open for eligible applicants. The housing authority manages these affordable housing resources for the community.

Waitlist Information

Public Housing Waitlist

Closed

All public housing waiting lists for the Hawaii Public Housing Authority (HPHA) on Oahu are currently closed and remain closed for extended periods. Wait times for family-sized units on Oahu can range from 5 to 10 years.

Last verified February 22, 2026

Section 8 (HCV) Waitlist

Closed

Opened July 14, 2025

Closed July 18, 2025

Apply: Online

3,000 applicants were randomly selected for the waitlist from approximately 17,000 applications, with only one application allowed per household. Placement on the waitlist does not guarantee a voucher, and income limits apply, such as $77,000 for a family of four in FY2026.

Last verified February 19, 2026

Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org

Updated November 12, 2026

Property Details

Total Units

5046

Fair Market Rent - Honolulu County, HI

FMR represents the estimated amount needed to cover rent and utilities for a moderately-priced unit in this area.

Bedrooms	FMR
Studio/Efficiency	$1,573
1 Bedroom	$1,720
2 Bedroom	$2,252
3 Bedroom	$3,174
4 Bedroom	$3,822

Income Limits - Honolulu County, HI

Annual income limits by household size used to determine eligibility for affordable housing programs.

1 Person

Extremely Low (30%): $25,400
Very Low (50%): $42,300
Low (80%): $67,700

2 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $29,000
Very Low (50%): $48,350
Low (80%): $77,350

3 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $32,650
Very Low (50%): $54,400
Low (80%): $87,000

4 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $36,250
Very Low (50%): $60,400
Low (80%): $96,650

5 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $39,150
Very Low (50%): $65,250
Low (80%): $104,400

6 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $42,050
Very Low (50%): $70,100
Low (80%): $112,150

7 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $46,140
Very Low (50%): $74,900
Low (80%): $119,850

8 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $51,360
Very Low (50%): $79,750
Low (80%): $127,600

Household	Extremely Low (30%)	Very Low (50%)	Low (80%)
1 Person	$25,400	$42,300	$67,700
2 Persons	$29,000	$48,350	$77,350
3 Persons	$32,650	$54,400	$87,000
4 Persons	$36,250	$60,400	$96,650
5 Persons	$39,150	$65,250	$104,400
6 Persons	$42,050	$70,100	$112,150
7 Persons	$46,140	$74,900	$119,850
8 Persons	$51,360	$79,750	$127,600

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent for affordable housing in Honolulu, HI?+

The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for Honolulu County, HI is: $1573 (Studio), $1720 (1BR), $2252 (2BR), $3174 (3BR), $3822 (4BR). Actual rent at subsidized properties like City and County of Honolulu is typically 30% of household income or less.

How many units does City and County of Honolulu have?+

City and County of Honolulu has a total of 5046 housing units.

What are the income limits for affordable housing in Honolulu County, HI?+

For a 4-person household in Honolulu County, HI, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $36,250, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $60,400, Low Income (80% AMI): $96,650. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.

How do I apply for housing at City and County of Honolulu?+

City and County of Honolulu is a Housing Authority property. To apply, you can start by calling 8087687096, or visiting their website, or contacting the property management office. You may need to submit an application and be placed on a waitlist. Eligibility is typically based on income, family size, and other factors.

Is there a waitlist for City and County of Honolulu?+

Public Housing waitlist is currently Closed. Section 8 (HCV) waitlist is currently Closed. Waitlist status can change frequently, so check back regularly or contact the housing authority directly for the most up-to-date information.

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