Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Mililani, HI 96789
7 affordable buildings in 96789 · 41 more within 9 mi
Mililani, HI 96789 has 7 income-restricted buildings: 6 tax credit, 1 Section 8, and 4 senior. 41 more are listed within 9 miles. These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
In 96789
Kalani Garden Apartments
95-081 Kipapa Dr, Mililani, HI 96789
119 units · 24 income-restricted · 2–3 BR
No buildings in 96789 match this filter.
Nearby
The 20 closest of 41 in nearby ZIPs. Pick a ZIP below to see all of them.
Whitmore Circle Apt
111 Circle Makai St, Wahiawa, HI 96786
5.8 mi away
44 units · 1–2 BR
- 1 vacant unit reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Whitmore Circle Apts
111 N Cir Makai St, Wahiawa, HI 96786
5.9 mi away
44 units · 1–2 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Harry & Jeanette Weinberg Silvercrest
520 Pine Ave, Wahiawa, HI 96786
6 mi away
80 units · 78 income-restricted · 1 BR
Wahiawa Terrace
331 Palm St, Wahiawa, HI 96786
6.1 mi away
150 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Hawaii Public Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 62 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
The Duplex
1296 Hooli Circle, Pearl City, HI 96782
6.2 mi away
10 units · 1 BR · People with disabilities
220 California
220 California Ave, Wahiawa, HI 96786
6.4 mi away
42 units · 41 income-restricted · 1 BR
Wilikina Park Elderly
298 Wilikina Dr, Wahiawa, HI 96786
6.4 mi away
64 units · Studio–1 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Manana Gardens Apts
949 Luehu St, Pearl City, HI 96782
6.4 mi away
72 units · 71 income-restricted · 2 BR
Hale O Hauoli Elderly
950 Luehu St, Pearl City, HI 96782
6.5 mi away
100 units · 99 income-restricted · 1 BR
Mahi'ai Hale
104 Lakeview Circle, Wahiawa, HI 96786
6.5 mi away
12 units · 2 BR
- For farmworker households
Hale Mohalu II Senior
787 Kamehameha Hwy, Pearl City, HI 96782
6.7 mi away
248 units · 247 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
Halawa View Apartments
99 009 Kalaloa St, Aiea, HI 96701
6.7 mi away
121 units · 120 income-restricted · 2–4+ BR
Kawahi Maluwai Apartments
730 Wilikina Dr, Wahiawa, HI 96786
6.7 mi away
119 units · 118 income-restricted · 1–2 BR
Hale Mohalu Senior Apts
800 Third St, Pearl City, HI 96782
6.8 mi away
210 units · 208 income-restricted · Studio–1 BR
Waipahu Hall
94 1060 Waipahu Street, Waipahu, HI 96797
7 mi away
72 units · 71 income-restricted · 1 BR
Mokuola Vista
94 333 Mokuola Street, Waipahu, HI 96797
7 mi away
70 units · 69 income-restricted · 2 BR
Shdc No. 6
47-690 Hui Alala St, Kaneohe, HI 96744
7 mi away
6 units · 5 income-restricted · 1 BR · People with disabilities
Kunia Village Hsg.
92-1770 Kunia Rd, Kunia, HI 96786
7.1 mi away
41 units · 2–4+ BR
- For farmworker households
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 96789
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $2,810/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $112,400/yr
- Renters in 96789 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 54%
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 | 96789 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $2,030 | $1,836 |
| 1 bedroom | $2,160 | $1,951 |
| 2 bedrooms | $2,810 | $2,542 |
| 3 bedrooms | $3,890 | $3,520 |
| 4 bedrooms | $4,700 | $4,249 |
Wider area = Urban Honolulu, HI. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 12 nearby ZIPs range from $2,360 (96701) to $3,190 (96860).
Census figures for 96789 (2020–2024 average): median rent $2,314. Median household income $127,066. 22% of homes are rented. 54% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 24% 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 96789's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 96789Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Mililani, HI 96789?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Mililani, HI 96789, 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 Mililani, HI 96789 have openings?
These lists for Mililani, HI 96789 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 Mililani, HI 96789?
Use the phone number on each building card in Mililani, HI 96789. 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 Mililani, HI 96789?
In Mililani, HI 96789, 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 96789?
This directory lists 7 income-restricted buildings in Mililani, HI 96789. The list does not show vacancies — call each property or the housing authority to ask about openings and waiting lists.
Is there affordable housing near 96789?
Yes — this page also lists 41 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Mililani, HI 96789 (within about 9 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Mililani, HI 96789?
Most income-restricted buildings in Mililani, HI 96789 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 Mililani, HI 96789?
For many programs in Mililani, HI 96789, 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 long is the waiting list for Section 8 in Mililani, HI 96789?
There is no single waiting list for Mililani, HI 96789. 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 Mililani, HI 96789?
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. This page lists project-based Section 8, tax-credit apartments in Mililani, HI 96789. Estimate voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
How much rent do you pay for low-income housing in Mililani, HI 96789?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Mililani, HI 96789, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Mililani, HI 96789 is $2,810 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 Mililani, HI 96789?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Mililani, HI 96789. 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 Mililani, HI 96789?
Yes — this directory flags senior (often 62+) buildings in Mililani, HI 96789. Use the Seniors filter on the list. Age rules vary; call to confirm.
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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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