About the project
Hoʻohiki Senior Living is a new affordable rental community with 250 total units, consisting of 249 rentable units and one manager’s unit, located on North School Street in Honolulu, Oahu. Developed by Highridge Costa Development Company in partnership with the Hawaii Public Housing Authority, the community brings studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartment homes to one of Honolulu’s most central and well-connected neighborhoods.
Residents will have access to an exercise room, computer lab, arts and crafts room, classrooms, and a multi-purpose community room with a full kitchen. A rooftop recreation deck above the parking structure offers walking paths, resident gardens, and an outdoor stage for community gatherings — a shared open space designed to bring neighbors together.
Hoʻohiki Senior Living is an income-restricted community. Rents, income limits, unit availability, and occupancy timing are subject to final approval and program requirements.
Download Application
The application will be available for download here. Please check back, or contact Hawaii Affordable Properties, Inc. at (808) 589-1845 ext. 14 or hoohikiseniorliving@hawaiiaffordable.com for current application information.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is eligible to rent at Hoʻohiki Senior Living ?
Income eligible persons age 55+.
How many units does Hoʻohiki Senior Living have and what will the rent be?
There are 249 rentable units.
- Studios (350 sq ft)
- 4 @ 30% AMI $667.00 per month
- 16 @ 50% AMI $1,154.00 per month
- 12 @ 60% AMI $1,311.00 per month
- One-Bedroom (575 sq ft)
- 21 @ 30% AMI $701.00 per month
- 104 @ 50% AMI $1,223.00 per month
- 83 @ 60% AMI $1,391.00 per month
- Two- Bedroom
- 1 @ 30% AMI $844.00 per month
- 5 @ 50% AMI $1,471.00 per month
- 3 @ 60% AMI $1,673.00 per month
What are the income limits?
If your total household income is at or below the amounts listed below, you may be eligible to apply for an apartment. Eligibility will be confirmed through the application process, including income verification and required background and other screening.
Household Size
30% AMI
50% AMI
60% AMI
1 person
$32,340
$53,900
$64,680
2 person
$36,960
$61,600
$73,920
3 person
$41,580
$69,300
$83,160
4 person
$46,200
$77,000
$92,400
Income limits are published by the Hawaii Housing Finance and Development Corporation and are effective as of May 1, 2026. Limits are subject to change.
How does the lottery work?
To be included in the initial lottery, applications need to be received by the date listed on the application. Once received, the lottery will be conducted, which will then determine the placement of each applicant on the waitlist. Intake interviews will then be scheduled and applicants will need to bring in the required documentation — a list of required documentation will be included with the letter. If an applicant does not submit all required information at the intake interview, they will be given one week to gather and submit. Failure to do so will result in the cancellation of their application. Applicants will be placed in the appropriate AMI according to their standing on the waitlist.
Applications received after October 1, 2026 will still be accepted and placed on the waitlist.
Application Process
A $15.00 application fee is charged for each adult household member. Do not send payment with your application. Fees are collected at the time of the intake interview. Payment should be made by check or money order, payable to Hawaii Affordable Properties, Inc.
When can I apply?
Prospective residents can apply for the housing lottery now through October 1, 2026. Anyone who applies Anyone who applies by that date will be automatically entered into the lottery. Applications submitted after October 1, 2026 will still be accepted and placed on a waitlist.
What documents will I need?
- All wages, salaries, commissions, fees, tips, bonuses, and other compensation before taxes (gross income).
- Income from the operation of a business or profession, or rental income (self-employed).
- Interest from checking/savings accounts, CDs, IRAs, stocks, and dividends. There is no limit on the amount of assets one can have. Assets disposed of in the last two years will also be part of asset calculations.
- Payments from Social Security, annuities, insurance policies, retirement, pensions, disability, and death benefits.
- Unemployment, disability, TDI, and workers’ compensation.
- Public assistance other than SNAP (food stamps).
- Alimony and child support.
- A list of required documents will be provided with your interview letter.
What income do I need to report?
All income sources must be reported, including:
All wages, salaries, commissions, fees, tips, bonuses, and other compensation before taxes (gross income).
Income from the operation of a business or profession, or rental income (self-employed).
Interest from checking/savings accounts, CDs, IRAs, stocks, dividends, etc. There is no limit on the amount of assets one can have. Assets disposed of in the last two years will also be part of asset calculations.
Payments from social security, annuities, insurance policies, retirement, pensions, disability and death benefits.
Unemployment, disability, TDI, workers compensation.
Alimony and child support payments.
Public assistance other than SNAP (food stamps)
Are Section 8 vouchers accepted?
Section 8 vouchers will be accepted. However, all applicants, including those with a voucher, will need to follow the same application and interview process as those who do not hold a voucher.
How many people can live in a unit?
0 – Bedroom: 1-2 people
1 – Bedroom: 1-3 people
2 – Bedroom: 2-4 people
1 – Bedroom: 1-3 people
2 – Bedroom: 2-4 people
Is parking available?
One parking stall per unit will be assigned. Residents who do not own a vehicle will not receive a parking stall. A valid driver’s license, vehicle registration, safety check, and insurance documents must be provided to be eligible for parking. Residents are not charged a fee for their parking stall.
When can I move in?
Move-ins are anticipated to begin in January 2027.
Who do I contact with questions?
Please reach out to Hawaii Affordable Properties with any questions:
By phone: 808-589-1845 ext 14.
You can also reach us by completing the form on the Contact Us page.