Rice Street Apartments
3016 Umi Street | Līhuʻe, HI 96766
Property Type
Affordable Housing
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Rice Street Apartments is a transformative mixed-use community located at the intersection of Rice and Umi Streets in the Līhu‘e Town Core. Developed through a partnership between Foulger-Pratt and Riverbend Management, this architecturally distinctive four-story building brings 66 units of high-quality, affordable workforce housing to the heart of Kaua‘i. By combining modern residential living with 16,000 square feet of ground-floor commercial space, the project serves as a cornerstone for the revitalization of downtown Līhu‘e.
The project is a premier "infill" development; it is built within the existing fabric of the city to promote a walkable and convenient lifestyle.
- The Hub of Līhu‘e: Residents are steps away from the Līhu‘e Civic Center, the Kaua‘i Museum, and the Līhu‘e Public Library.
- Walkability: Immediate access to essential services including Bank of Hawaii, Safeway, local boutiques, and a variety of dining options.
- Transit-Oriented: Located along major bus routes with easy access to the Līhu‘e Airport, supporting a connected lifestyle for working families.
The community is designed to serve a diverse range of households, from individuals to growing families.
- Total Units: 66 Affordable Rentals.
- Mix: 45 One-Bedroom Units | 21 Two-Bedroom Units.
- Affordability: 100% of units are reserved for households earning 60% or less of the Area Median Income (AMI) for Kaua‘i.
- Dedicated Subsidies: * 15 Units: Section 8 Project-Based Vouchers (PBV).
- 5 Units: VASH (Veterans Affairs Supportive Housing) dedicated to our local Veterans.
Rice Street Apartments offers more than just a place to live; it offers tools for success.
- Supportive Services: A flagship partnership with Goodwill Hawai‘i provides residents with on-site financial literacy training, job readiness workshops, and digital skills development.
- Level 3 – Education Hub: Features a computer lab for resident training and private offices for confidential consultations.
- Level 4 – Social Suite: A large community room equipped with a warming kitchen, designed for resident gatherings and community-building events.
- Modern Conveniences: Two high-efficiency laundry centers (Levels 3 and 4), secure bicycle storage, 66 dedicated residential parking stalls, and EV charging stations.
This project represents a collaboration between the developers, the Hawaii Housing Finance Development Corporation (HHFDC), and the County of Kauai. Funded through 4% Low-Income Housing Tax Credits (LIHTC) and the Rental Housing Revolving Fund (RHRF), the project is a model for long-term, sustainable affordable housing.