Lanakila Homes I — Income-Restricted Housing in Hilo, HI 96720
925A Ululani St, Hilo, HI 96720
338 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Hawaii Public Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 79 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Housing authority: (808) 832-4694Directions
How to apply
- Apply through Hawaii Public Housing Authority. They run this development and take applications.
- Call the housing authority at (808) 832-4694.
- These records do not show openings — call to confirm vacancies and waiting lists.
At this building
- Bedrooms (estimated)
- 146 1 bedroom · 96 2 bedrooms · 96 3 bedrooms
- Average tenant rent
- $585/mo
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- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
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- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
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Rents and income limits in 96720
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,930/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $77,200/yr
- Renters in 96720 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 54%
Income limits (2026)
Hawaii County, HI area · median family income $98,300. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $25,450 | $42,350 | $67,800 |
| 2 | $29,050 | $48,400 | $77,450 |
| 3 | $32,700 | $54,450 | $87,150 |
| 4 | $37,950 | $60,500 | $96,800 |
| 5 | $44,480 | $65,350 | $104,550 |
| 6 | $51,010 | $70,200 | $112,300 |
| 7 | $57,540 | $75,050 | $120,050 |
| 8 | $64,070 | $79,900 | $127,800 |
Section 8 vouchers: up to the 50% limit, and most go to households under 30%. Public housing: up to 80%. Tax-credit apartments: usually up to 60% of median income, between the 50% and 80% columns.
Fair market rents (2027)
HUD's estimate of rent plus utilities for a modest home. Housing authorities set Section 8 voucher limits from it.
| Size | 96720 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,490 | $1,605 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,500 | $1,615 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,930 | $2,081 |
| 3 bedrooms | $2,430 | $2,620 |
| 4 bedrooms | $2,730 | $2,910 |
Wider area = Hawaii County, HI. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 4 nearby ZIPs range from $1,870 (96785) to $2,130 (96781).
Census figures for 96720 (2020–2024 average): median rent $1,428. Median household income $80,938. 33% of homes are rented. 54% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 31% pay half or more.
Census median rent is what renters here actually pay, including long-term leases. Fair market rent is HUD's estimate for a modest apartment available now.
Sources: HUD income limits FY2026; HUD Fair Market Rents FY2027 (Small Area FMR for ZIP figures); U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-year 2020–2024. Each program and building can set its own limits — confirm with the property.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share
Project-based Section 8 is on the buildings above. A Housing Choice Voucher is different: you apply with the housing authority, then find a landlord who takes it. Your share of rent is based on income — not always 30%. The calculator uses 96720's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 96720Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply to Lanakila Homes I?
Apply through Hawaii Public Housing Authority, which runs Lanakila Homes I. Call (808) 832-4694. Do not treat a walk-up at the building as the application. These records do not show openings.
Is Lanakila Homes I Section 8 housing?
Lanakila Homes I is public housing, not a project-based Section 8 contract. Apply with the housing authority. A Housing Choice Voucher is a separate program.
How many units are at Lanakila Homes I?
Public records list 338 units at Lanakila Homes I in Hilo, HI 96720. That is a building size, not a count of open apartments.
Are there other affordable apartments near Lanakila Homes I?
Yes — this page lists other income-restricted buildings in 96720 and nearby ZIP codes. Open a nearby card for the address and phone. Lists still do not show vacancies.
People Also Ask
How do I get into Lanakila Homes I?
Call the number on this page and ask about the waiting list or how to apply at Lanakila Homes I in Hilo, HI 96720. Public housing is through the housing authority. Bring ID and income documents when they tell you to. This site cannot submit an application for you.
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Hilo, HI 96720?
Most income-restricted buildings in Hilo, HI 96720 serve households at or below 50% or 80% of area median income. HUD's 2026 very low-income (50%) limit for a 1-person household is $42,350, and $60,500 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($67,800 for 1 person). Each building sets its own cap — call to confirm before you apply. Citizenship, household size, and local preferences can also apply.
What is the income limit for low-income housing in Hilo, HI 96720?
For many programs in Hilo, HI 96720, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $42,350 a year for 1 person and $60,500 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $67,800 for 1 person. Tax-credit buildings often use 60% of median income. Confirm with the property — they can be stricter.
How much rent do you pay for low-income housing in Hilo, HI 96720?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Hilo, HI 96720, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Hilo, HI 96720 is $1,930 a month (rent plus utilities for a modest unit). Tax-credit apartments use set rents below market, not always 30% of income. Call the building for the actual rent; this site is not a vacancy or price list.
Does Lanakila Homes I take Section 8 vouchers?
This file does not say that Lanakila Homes I has a project-based Section 8 contract. Some landlords in Hilo, HI 96720 accept Housing Choice Vouchers; you have to ask. Apply for a voucher with the housing authority, then call Lanakila Homes I.
Sources: HUD LIHTC database, 2024 (released Apr 2026); HUD Multifamily Assisted Properties, Oct 2026; HUD Public Housing Developments, Oct 2026. Not affiliated with HUD or USDA. Details can be out of date — confirm with the property before applying. Report a correction.