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About Guam Housing & Urban Renewal Authority
The Guam Housing & Urban Renewal Authority (GHURA), identified by PHA Code GQ001, is situated in Sinajana, Guam County, GU. GHURA manages approximately 750 assisted housing units across its various programs. Currently, the Public Housing program is open and accepting applications from eligible individuals and families.
GHURA operates several housing assistance programs, including Public Housing, Housing Choice Voucher (HCV), and Project-Based Voucher (PBV). As of now, only the Public Housing program is open to new applicants. The HCV and PBV programs are currently closed. For a family of four, the Very Low Income limit for the Guam area is $48,450 annually. Applicants should confirm their eligibility based on current income guidelines and program specific requirements.
Other Programs
3 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.
GHURA will announce the opening of the wait list in advance through various widely-publicized sources. Upon admission, applicants must meet specified income limits.
Project Based Voucher waitlist is closed.
Public Housing (AMP1), Public Housing (AMP2), and Public Housing (AMP4) waitlists are closed.
Status History
Official Application
Contact Guam Housing & Urban Renewal Authority directly at (671) 477-9851 to request an application. Applications are always free — never pay anyone to apply on your behalf.
Contact the housing authority directly for application information.
WARNING: DO NOT PAY ANYONE TO APPLY FOR HOUSING
Contact Information
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 3 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
Contact Guam Housing & Urban Renewal Authority directly at (671) 477-9851 to request an application. Applications are always free — never pay anyone to apply on your behalf.
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 750 assisted housing units, 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
HCV Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) 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. Vouchers are portable — you can take them with you if you move to a different city or state.
PBV Project-Based Voucher 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. Guam Housing & Urban Renewal Authority manages approximately 750 Public Housing units in Sinajana. You may request a transfer to other Public Housing developments but cannot use this benefit at private rental properties.
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.