Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Merizo, GU 96916
No income-restricted buildings are listed in 96916 — here are the closest ones.
No income-restricted buildings are listed in Merizo, GU 96916. 4 income-restricted buildings are listed nearby (within about 13 miles). These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
Closest to 96916
Ghura 99
Agat, GU 96915
7.6 mi away
195 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Guam Housing & Urban Renewal Authority
- Residents waited about 25 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Ghura 100
112 Pulantat Rd, Yona, GU 96915
11.2 mi away
163 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Guam Housing & Urban Renewal Authority
- Residents waited about 23 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
- Several buildings — call for addresses
Ghura 250
5A Eron Ln, Sinajana, GU 96910
14.4 mi away
158 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Guam Housing & Urban Renewal Authority
- Residents waited about 32 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
- Several buildings — call for addresses
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 96916
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,449/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $58,000/yr
Income limits (2026)
Guam area · median family income $82,100. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $19,500 | $32,450 | $51,900 |
| 2 | $22,250 | $37,050 | $59,300 |
| 3 | $25,050 | $41,700 | $66,700 |
| 4 | $27,800 | $46,300 | $74,100 |
| 5 | $30,050 | $50,050 | $80,050 |
| 6 | $32,250 | $53,750 | $86,000 |
| 7 | $34,500 | $57,450 | $91,900 |
| 8 | $36,700 | $61,150 | $97,850 |
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 | Guam |
|---|---|
| Studio | $1,009 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,117 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,449 |
| 3 bedrooms | $2,006 |
| 4 bedrooms | $2,422 |
Sources: HUD income limits FY2026; HUD Fair Market Rents FY2027. 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 96916's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 96916Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Merizo, GU 96916?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Merizo, GU 96916, 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 Merizo, GU 96916 have openings?
These lists for Merizo, GU 96916 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 Merizo, GU 96916?
Use the phone number on each building card in Merizo, GU 96916. 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 Merizo, GU 96916?
In Merizo, GU 96916, 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 96916?
No income-restricted buildings are listed in ZIP 96916 right now. 4 nearby buildings are shown on this page. Call to confirm openings.
Is there affordable housing near 96916?
Yes — this page also lists 4 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Merizo, GU 96916 (within about 13 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Merizo, GU 96916?
Most income-restricted buildings in Merizo, GU 96916 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 $32,450, and $46,300 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($51,900 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 Merizo, GU 96916?
For many programs in Merizo, GU 96916, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $32,450 a year for 1 person and $46,300 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $51,900 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 Merizo, GU 96916?
There is no single waiting list for Merizo, GU 96916. 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 Merizo, GU 96916?
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 Merizo, GU 96916?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Merizo, GU 96916, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Merizo, GU 96916 is $1,449 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 Merizo, GU 96916?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Merizo, GU 96916. 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 Merizo, GU 96916?
This page may still list buildings in Merizo, GU 96916 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 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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