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Guam Housing & Urban Renewal Authority
Sinajana, Guam
Last Updated
19 hours ago
About Guam Housing & Urban Renewal Authority
The Guam Housing & Urban Renewal Authority (GHURA), located in Sinajana, Guam County, GU (PHA Code: GQ901), manages approximately 2,675 assisted housing units. These units include 2,675 Housing Choice Vouchers which help families afford safe and decent housing.
GHURA operates various housing assistance programs, such as Public Housing, Emergency Housing Voucher (EHV), Guma Trankilidat, Housing Choice Voucher (HCV), Mainstream, and Project-Based Vouchers (PBV). Currently, only the Public Housing waitlist is open for applications. All other programs, including EHV, Guma Trankilidat, HCV, Mainstream, and PBV, are closed. Both the Mainstream and HCV waitlists recently changed status from unknown to closed.
For a family of four, the very low-income limit in the Guam area is $48,450 per year. Applicants for the open Public Housing program should ensure they meet the current income eligibility requirements.
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Other Programs
7 programsThese programs are administered by this housing authority but do not have active waitlist openings at this time. Statuses are verified nightly and subscribers will be notified when changes are detected.
The Emergency Housing Voucher waiting list is currently closed; GHURA was awarded 87 Section 8 Emergency Housing Vouchers and partners with the Guam Homeless Coalition for referrals.
The waiting list typically re-establishes via a lottery system, randomly selecting 1,800 applicants. Non-residents may apply but must reside in Guam for twelve consecutive months upon initial admission.
The Mainstream Voucher waitlist is currently closed.
The Guma Trankilidat waiting list is currently closed.
When open, 1,800 applicants are placed on the waiting list by random lottery with one entry permitted per family.
The Summer Town Estates Senior Section 8 Project-Based Voucher waiting list last accepted applications from May 1, 2024, to May 31, 2024.
Applications are typically accepted in-person at GHURA site offices. For AMP Site 3, preferences included displaced by natural disaster, victims of domestic violence, veterans, working/employed, and disabled.
The program collects detailed household, income, asset, and liability information for eligibility verification.
Status History
Official Application
Apply directly through the official Guam Housing & Urban Renewal Authority portal. Applications are free — never pay anyone to apply on your behalf.
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Important Notices
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Waiting lists can close without notice once a specific number of applications is reached.
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Ensure your contact information is always up to date with the PHA to avoid being removed from the list.
How to Apply at Guam Housing & Urban Renewal Authority
Check Current Status
All 7 waiting lists at Guam Housing & Urban Renewal Authority are currently closed. Lists typically open with short notice — sometimes as little as 48 hours. The status at the top of this page is updated nightly.
Gather Required Documents
For Section 8 voucher programs at Guam Housing & Urban Renewal Authority, you will typically need: government-issued photo ID for all adult household members, Social Security cards for all members, birth certificates for minors, proof of income (pay stubs, tax returns, benefit letters), and proof of current address. For a family of four, income must be below $48,450/year to qualify in this area. Having these ready before the waitlist opens can make the difference between getting on the list and missing the window.
Submit Your Application
Apply directly through the official Guam Housing & Urban Renewal Authority portal. Applications are free — never pay to apply.
After You Apply
Once accepted onto the waiting list at Guam Housing & Urban Renewal Authority, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Guam Housing & Urban Renewal Authority manages approximately 2,675 assisted housing units (2,675 Section 8), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Sinajana. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Guam Housing & Urban Renewal Authority
EHV Emergency Housing Voucher (EHV) closed
The Emergency Housing Voucher (EHV) program at Guam Housing & Urban Renewal Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Sinajana. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
HCV Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) closed
The Housing Choice Voucher program at Guam Housing & Urban Renewal Authority provides rental assistance that allows you to choose any privately-owned rental unit that meets program requirements. You pay approximately 30% of your adjusted monthly income toward rent, and the voucher covers the remainder up to the Fair Market Rent for Sinajana. This program serves approximately 2,675 households. Vouchers are portable — you can take them with you if you move to a different city or state.
Mainstream Mainstream Voucher closed
Mainstream Vouchers at Guam Housing & Urban Renewal Authority are specifically designated for non-elderly individuals with disabilities. These vouchers work like standard HCVs but are reserved for this population and often have separate, shorter waitlists.
Other Other Programs closed
The Other Programs program at Guam Housing & Urban Renewal Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Sinajana. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
PBV Project-Based Voucher (PBV) closed
Project-Based Vouchers at Guam Housing & Urban Renewal Authority are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Sinajana. Unlike the standard Housing Choice Voucher, PBV assistance stays with the property — not with you. However, after one year of occupancy, you may request a standard portable voucher. PBV waitlists often move faster because fewer applicants know about them.
Public Housing Public Housing closed
Public Housing units at Guam Housing & Urban Renewal Authority are owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Rent is set at 30% of your adjusted monthly income. You may request a transfer to other Public Housing developments but cannot use this benefit at private rental properties.
Affordable Affordable Housing closed
The Affordable Housing program at Guam Housing & Urban Renewal Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Sinajana. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Guam Housing & Urban Renewal Authority Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Guam Housing & Urban Renewal Authority are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Guam. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $48,450. Limits are set annually by HUD and vary by household size.
| Household Size | Extremely Low 30% AMI |
Very Low 50% AMI |
Low Income 80% AMI |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Person | $20,350 | $33,950 | $54,250 |
| 2 Persons | $23,250 | $38,800 | $62,000 |
| 3 Persons | $26,150 | $43,650 | $69,750 |
| 4 Persons | $29,050 | $48,450 | $77,500 |
| 5 Persons | $31,400 | $52,350 | $83,700 |
| 6 Persons | $33,700 | $56,250 | $89,900 |
| 7 Persons | $36,050 | $60,100 | $96,100 |
| 8 Persons | $38,350 | $64,000 | $102,300 |
What do these income limits mean?
Extremely Low Income (30% AMI) — Households earning at or below 30% of the Area Median Income. This is the threshold for the lowest-income tier of assistance. Many housing authorities give preference to applicants at this level.
Very Low Income (50% AMI) — The standard eligibility threshold for Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers and most Public Housing programs. Your household income must be at or below this limit to qualify.
Low Income (80% AMI) — Some programs, including Project-Based Vouchers and certain local initiatives, use this higher threshold. Check with this housing authority for specific program requirements.
Nearby Housing Authorities
Applying to multiple housing authorities increases your chances of receiving assistance. These PHAs are closest to Guam Housing & Urban Renewal Authority — including across state lines.