Housing

Happy Housing (행복주택): Seniors, Housing Benefit Recipients and Other General Groups: How to Apply, Amount & Eligibility (2026)

Rent 60-80% of market rate; seniors and recipients can live up to 20 years

This page is a translation of the Korean original and is for reference only. The official Korean guidance is the authoritative source for amounts and conditions, so be sure to confirm on the official website before applying. View Korean original (한국어)

Benefit: Income at or below 100% (some 120%) of the urban worker average monthly income. Assets: total assets of KRW 251,000,000 for youth, KRW 345,000,000 for newlyweds, single parents, etc., and vehicle value of KRW 45,420,000 or less (2026). Seniors (aged 65 or older) and Housing Benefit recipients can stay up to 20 years, renewed in 2-year terms.
Who is eligible: Household members who do not own a home and belong to groups such as seniors (aged 65 or older), Housing Benefit recipients and single parents, and who meet income and asset criteria
When to apply: LH and SH announcements (ad hoc)
How to apply: Check announcements on the MyHome Portal or LH Apply Plus, then apply online or in person. Inquiries 1600-1004
Important notes: Application period of each announcement
Note: About 80% of supply goes to youth and newlyweds (handled elsewhere). This item focuses on general groups such as people aged 65 or older, Housing Benefit recipients and industrial complex workers.

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Based on official sources as of 2026년 10월. Amounts and requirements may change, so please confirm with the official guide before applying.

Frequently asked questions

Happy Housing (행복주택): Seniors, Housing Benefit Recipients and Other General Groups: who can receive it?

Household members who do not own a home and belong to groups such as seniors (aged 65 or older), Housing Benefit recipients and single parents, and who meet income and asset criteria

Happy Housing (행복주택): Seniors, Housing Benefit Recipients and Other General Groups: how do I apply?

Check announcements on the MyHome Portal or LH Apply Plus, then apply online or in person. Inquiries 1600-1004

Happy Housing (행복주택): Seniors, Housing Benefit Recipients and Other General Groups: how much will I receive?

Income at or below 100% (some 120%) of the urban worker average monthly income. Assets: total assets of KRW 251,000,000 for youth, KRW 345,000,000 for newlyweds, single parents, etc., and vehicle value of KRW 45,420,000 or less (2026). Seniors (aged 65 or older) and Housing Benefit recipients can stay up to 20 years, renewed in 2-year terms.

Happy Housing (행복주택): Seniors, Housing Benefit Recipients and Other General Groups: when can I apply?

LH and SH announcements (ad hoc)