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Aiea just welcomed a major addition to its skyline—and to its affordable housing landscape.
The newly opened Naulu Apartments, a 25-story residential high-rise, now offers 302 affordable units to local families earning between 30% and 60% of the area median income. Nestled next to Halawa View and overlooking the historic Pearl Harbor, the development represents a major step forward in addressing Hawaii’s housing needs.
But this isn’t just about square footage—it’s about building community.
Modern Living with Island Style
Designed by local firm AHL and built by Nordic PCL, Naulu Apartments features a mix of studio to four-bedroom layouts, each outfitted with contemporary finishes, air conditioning, and ADA-accessible design. The building’s thoughtful amenities set it apart: residents can enjoy a fitness center, a rooftop sky lounge, keiki-friendly study spaces, and outdoor barbecue areas perfect for pau hana gatherings.
A colorful, large-scale mural by Hawaii artist Kamea Hadar adds a unique cultural touch to the space, infusing the building with a vibrant sense of identity and place.
A Major Investment in Affordable Housing
With a total cost of $168 million, this project is Hawaii’s largest Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) development in over 15 years. Its success is thanks to a strong public-private partnership that includes the Hawaii Housing Finance and Development Corporation (HHFDC), Hunt Capital Partners, the City and County of Honolulu, and Bank of Hawaii.
This collaboration made it possible to deliver quality housing at scale—a critical win in the fight to make Hawaii more livable for working families.
More Than Just Apartments
Beyond providing homes, the project was intentionally designed to foster a deeper sense of connection among residents. With shared spaces, cultural elements, and family-oriented features, Naulu Apartments is positioned not just as a place to live, but a place to belong.
And with its location in the Halawa Transit-Oriented Development (TOD) zone, it’s expected to play a central role in future growth and revitalization of the area.
Hawaii is facing a housing crisis—but projects like Naulu Apartments show what’s possible when thoughtful design, community values, and strategic investment come together.
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