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Hawaii Public Housing Authority

Name: Hawaii Public Housing Authority
Address: 1002 N School St, Honolulu, HI, 96817, US
Telephone: 8088324694

1002 N School St, Honolulu, HI, 96817

Information verified August 2, 2026·We re-check waiting list status daily·Waitlist data synced 38 min ago

About This Property

Hawaii Public Housing Authority operates 3,931 units of public housing in Honolulu, HI. Both the public housing and Section 8 waitlists are currently closed. The authority provides rental assistance and housing options for eligible residents in Honolulu County.

Waitlist Information

Public Housing Waitlist

Closed

Apply: Online

Past openings included specific unit types and locations (Central Oahu Elderly, Honolulu Elderly, Honolulu Family, Leeward Oahu Family); elderly applicants must be 62 years of age and/or a person with a disability, and a lottery is used for selection.

Last verified July 4, 2026

Section 8 (HCV) Waitlist

Closed

Apply: Online

HPHA uses a lottery selection policy, previously accepting 1000 applications for the Oahu program with preferences for homeless, victims of domestic violence, and/or elderly. Applications are active for 18 months, then cancelled.

Last verified February 18, 2026

Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org

Updated August 2, 2026

Property Details

Total Units

3931

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 Hawaii Public Housing Authority is typically 30% of household income or less.

How many units does Hawaii Public Housing Authority have?+

Hawaii Public Housing Authority has a total of 3931 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.

Is there a waitlist for Hawaii Public Housing Authority?+

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.

How do I apply for housing at Hawaii Public Housing Authority?+

Hawaii Public Housing Authority is a Housing Authority property. To apply, you can start by calling 8088324694, 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.

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