Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Hilo, HI 96721
No income-restricted buildings are listed in 96721 — here are the closest ones.
No income-restricted buildings are listed in Hilo, HI 96721. 4 income-restricted buildings are listed nearby (within about 10 miles). These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
Closest to 96721
Hilo Hale
208 Wainaku Ave, Hilo, HI 96720
0.1 mi away
9 units · 8 income-restricted · 1 BR · People with disabilities
Lincoln Courtside
400 Kinoole St, Hilo, HI 96720
0.7 mi away
36 units · Studio–2 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Lanakila Homes I
925A Ululani St, Hilo, HI 96720
1.1 mi away
338 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Hawaii Public Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 79 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Shdc No. 2
192 Mohouli St, Hilo, HI 96720
1.4 mi away
6 units · 5 income-restricted · 1 BR · People with disabilities
Hilo Maile Terrace
40 Maile St, Hilo, HI 96720
1.4 mi away
24 units · 2–3 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Kulaimano Elderly Housing Project
28-2947 Kumula St, Pepeekeo, HI 96783
7.4 mi away
50 units · 49 income-restricted · 1 BR
Kauhale Olu Apartments
28-2970 Kumula St, Pepeekeo, HI 96783
7.5 mi away
124 units · 1–3 BR
- 3 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Harry & Jeanette Weinberg Keaau Elderly Housing
16-184 Pili Mua St, Keaau, HI 96749
8.2 mi away
20 units · 19 income-restricted · 1 BR
Kauhale Olu I, II, and III
28 2026 Kumula Street, Pepeekeo, HI 96783
10.1 mi away
124 units · 123 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 96721
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $2,080/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $83,200/yr
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 | 96721 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,600 | $1,605 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,610 | $1,615 |
| 2 bedrooms | $2,080 | $2,081 |
| 3 bedrooms | $2,620 | $2,620 |
| 4 bedrooms | $2,910 | $2,910 |
Wider area = Hawaii County, HI. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 4 nearby ZIPs range from $1,870 (96749) to $2,130 (96781).
Sources: HUD income limits FY2026; HUD Fair Market Rents FY2027 (Small Area FMR for ZIP figures). 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 96721's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 96721Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Hilo, HI 96721?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Hilo, HI 96721, including project-based Section 8 apartments (the subsidy stays with the unit), public housing, tax-credit, and USDA rural rentals. Housing Choice Vouchers are different: you apply with the local housing authority and can use them at a private landlord. Estimate your voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
Do affordable housing buildings in Hilo, HI 96721 have openings?
These lists for Hilo, HI 96721 don't show openings. Call the property (or the housing authority, for public housing) to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
How do I apply for affordable housing in Hilo, HI 96721?
Use the phone number on each building card in Hilo, HI 96721. Public housing is run by the local housing authority — apply with them, not at the building. USDA rural rentals can also be found through USDA's property search.
What counts as affordable housing in Hilo, HI 96721?
In Hilo, HI 96721, this directory lists income-restricted rentals from HUD tax-credit (LIHTC) records, public housing, HUD-assisted buildings (including project-based Section 8, 202, and 811), and USDA Rural Development.
How many affordable housing buildings are in ZIP 96721?
No income-restricted buildings are listed in ZIP 96721 right now. 4 nearby buildings are shown on this page. Call to confirm openings.
Is there affordable housing near 96721?
Yes — this page also lists 4 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Hilo, HI 96721 (within about 10 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Hilo, HI 96721?
Most income-restricted buildings in Hilo, HI 96721 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 96721?
For many programs in Hilo, HI 96721, 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 long is the waiting list for Section 8 in Hilo, HI 96721?
There is no single waiting list for Hilo, HI 96721. Public housing, project-based Section 8, and tax-credit buildings each keep their own list. Housing Choice Voucher lists at the housing authority open only sometimes and can stay closed for years. This directory does not show which lists are open — call the number on each card. Some public housing cards show HUD's reported wait in months.
What is the difference between Section 8 and public housing in Hilo, HI 96721?
Public housing is owned by a housing authority — you apply with that agency, not at the building. Project-based Section 8 is a HUD contract on a private building; the subsidy stays with the apartment. A Housing Choice Voucher is different: you apply with the housing authority and can use it at a landlord who takes it. Estimate voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
How much rent do you pay for low-income housing in Hilo, HI 96721?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Hilo, HI 96721, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Hilo, HI 96721 is $2,080 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.
Can I use a Section 8 voucher at affordable apartments in Hilo, HI 96721?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Hilo, HI 96721. Project-based Section 8 units already have a subsidy on the apartment — you apply there, not with a tenant voucher. For a voucher, apply with the housing authority, then ask each landlord. Estimate your share with the Section 8 calculator.
Is there senior affordable housing in Hilo, HI 96721?
This page may still list buildings in Hilo, HI 96721 that accept seniors without being senior-only. Use the filters and call to ask about age set-asides.
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Sources: HUD LIHTC database, 2024 (released Apr 2026); HUD Multifamily Assisted Properties, Oct 2026; HUD Public Housing Developments, Oct 2026; USDA Rural Development multifamily, Oct 2026. Not affiliated with HUD or USDA. Details can be out of date — confirm with the property before applying.
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