Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Fort Shafter, HI 96858
No income-restricted buildings are listed in 96858 — here are the closest ones.
No income-restricted buildings are listed in Fort Shafter, HI 96858. 43 income-restricted buildings are listed nearby (within about 5 miles). These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
Closest to 96858
The 20 closest of 43 in nearby ZIPs. Pick a ZIP below to see all of them.
Kuhio Park Terrace
1440 Ahonui St, Honolulu, HI 96819
0.6 mi away
114 units · 2–3 BR
- Apply through Hawaii Public Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 32 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Kalihi Valley Homes
2141 Kalena Dr, Honolulu, HI 96819
1.1 mi away
373 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Hawaii Public Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 31 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Kamehameha Homes
1595 Haka Dr, Honolulu, HI 96817
1.2 mi away
373 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Hawaii Public Housing Authority
Puuwai Momi
2907 Ala Ilima St, Honolulu, HI 96818
1.3 mi away
363 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Hawaii Public Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 22 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Westlake Apartments
3139 Ala Ilima St, Honolulu, HI 96818
1.7 mi away
96 units · 95 income-restricted · 2 BR
Harry & Jeanette Weinberg Senior Res at Maluhia
1111 Hala Dr, Honolulu, HI 96817
1.8 mi away
40 units · 39 income-restricted · 1 BR
Banyan Street Manor
1122 Banyan St, Urban Honolulu, HI 96817
1.9 mi away
55 units · 54 income-restricted · 1–2 BR
Mayor Wright Homes
550 N King St, Honolulu, HI 96817
2.2 mi away
363 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Hawaii Public Housing Authority
Kukui Gardens
350 N Beretania St, Honolulu, HI 96817
2.4 mi away
389 units · 384 income-restricted · 1–4+ BR
Punchbowl Homes *
1220 Aala St, Honolulu, HI 96817
2.4 mi away
587 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Hawaii Public Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 41 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Malulani Hale
114 N Kuakini St, Urban Honolulu, HI 96817
2.5 mi away
150 units · 60 income-restricted · 1 BR
Pauahi Elderly
167 N Pauahi St, Urban Honolulu, HI 96817
2.5 mi away
48 units · 47 income-restricted · Studio–1 BR
River Pauahi Apartments
1155 River St, Urban Honolulu, HI 96817
2.5 mi away
49 units · 48 income-restricted · 1–2 BR
Beretania North-Kukui Tower
35 N Kukui St, Honolulu, HI 96817
2.7 mi away
380 units · 325 income-restricted · 1–2 BR
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 96858
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $2,460/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $98,400/yr
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 | 96858 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,780 | $1,836 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,890 | $1,951 |
| 2 bedrooms | $2,460 | $2,542 |
| 3 bedrooms | $3,410 | $3,520 |
| 4 bedrooms | $4,110 | $4,249 |
Wider area = Urban Honolulu, HI. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 12 nearby ZIPs range from $2,200 (96813) to $3,450 (96853).
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 96858's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 96858Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Fort Shafter, HI 96858?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Fort Shafter, HI 96858, 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 Fort Shafter, HI 96858 have openings?
These lists for Fort Shafter, HI 96858 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 Fort Shafter, HI 96858?
Use the phone number on each building card in Fort Shafter, HI 96858. 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 Fort Shafter, HI 96858?
In Fort Shafter, HI 96858, 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 96858?
No income-restricted buildings are listed in ZIP 96858 right now. 43 nearby buildings are shown on this page. Call to confirm openings.
Is there affordable housing near 96858?
Yes — this page also lists 43 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Fort Shafter, HI 96858 (within about 5 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Fort Shafter, HI 96858?
Most income-restricted buildings in Fort Shafter, HI 96858 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 Fort Shafter, HI 96858?
For many programs in Fort Shafter, HI 96858, 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 Fort Shafter, HI 96858?
There is no single waiting list for Fort Shafter, HI 96858. 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 Fort Shafter, HI 96858?
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 Fort Shafter, HI 96858?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Fort Shafter, HI 96858, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Fort Shafter, HI 96858 is $2,460 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 Fort Shafter, HI 96858?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Fort Shafter, HI 96858. 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 Fort Shafter, HI 96858?
This page may still list buildings in Fort Shafter, HI 96858 that accept seniors without being senior-only. Use the filters and call to ask about age set-asides.
Nearby ZIP codes
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.
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