Punchbowl Homes * — Income-Restricted Housing in Honolulu, HI 96817
1220 Aala St, Honolulu, HI 96817
587 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Hawaii Public Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 41 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)
- 505 1 bedroom · 63 2 bedrooms · 19 3 bedrooms
- Average tenant rent
- $364/mo
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Rents and income limits in 96817
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $2,200/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $88,000/yr
- Renters in 96817 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 52%
Income limits (2026)
Urban Honolulu, HI area · median family income $133,400. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $32,350 | $53,900 | $86,250 |
| 2 | $37,000 | $61,600 | $98,600 |
| 3 | $41,600 | $69,300 | $110,900 |
| 4 | $46,200 | $77,000 | $123,200 |
| 5 | $49,900 | $83,200 | $133,100 |
| 6 | $53,600 | $89,350 | $142,950 |
| 7 | $57,540 | $95,500 | $152,800 |
| 8 | $64,070 | $101,650 | $162,650 |
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 | 96817 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,590 | $1,836 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,690 | $1,951 |
| 2 bedrooms | $2,200 | $2,542 |
| 3 bedrooms | $3,050 | $3,520 |
| 4 bedrooms | $3,680 | $4,249 |
Wider area = Urban Honolulu, HI. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 12 nearby ZIPs range from $2,200 (96813) to $3,660 (96734).
Census figures for 96817 (2020–2024 average): median rent $1,445. Median household income $75,476. 55% of homes are rented. 52% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 22% 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 96817's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 96817Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply to Punchbowl Homes *?
Apply through Hawaii Public Housing Authority, which runs Punchbowl Homes *. Call (808) 832-4694. Do not treat a walk-up at the building as the application. These records do not show openings.
Is Punchbowl Homes * Section 8 housing?
Punchbowl Homes * 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 Punchbowl Homes *?
Public records list 587 units at Punchbowl Homes * in Honolulu, HI 96817. That is a building size, not a count of open apartments.
Are there other affordable apartments near Punchbowl Homes *?
Yes — this page lists other income-restricted buildings in 96817 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 Punchbowl Homes *?
Call the number on this page and ask about the waiting list or how to apply at Punchbowl Homes * in Honolulu, HI 96817. 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 Honolulu, HI 96817?
Most income-restricted buildings in Honolulu, HI 96817 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 $53,900, and $77,000 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($86,250 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 Honolulu, HI 96817?
For many programs in Honolulu, HI 96817, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $53,900 a year for 1 person and $77,000 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $86,250 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 Honolulu, HI 96817?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Honolulu, HI 96817, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Honolulu, HI 96817 is $2,200 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 Punchbowl Homes * take Section 8 vouchers?
This file does not say that Punchbowl Homes * has a project-based Section 8 contract. Some landlords in Honolulu, HI 96817 accept Housing Choice Vouchers; you have to ask. Apply for a voucher with the housing authority, then call Punchbowl Homes *.
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. To add a different building, use the suggestion rubric.