Public housing in Taiwan

Following the end of World War II and the Kuomintang's retreat to Taiwan, the nation experienced rapid population growth.

In response, the government launched a national public housing initiative in 1976, constructing approximately 390,000 units by 1985 to accommodate around 1.58 million residents.

[4] In the 2010s, skyrocketing urban property prices, driven in part by real estate speculation, prompted the government to revisit public housing.

[5] Taiwan’s social housing program, launched in 2014, aimed to offer long-term rental options for low-income families, young professionals, and other vulnerable populations.

However, some projects faced criticism and accusations of corruption, with concerns about collusion between officials and developers in the selection and construction processes.

Zhonghe Anbang Social Housing located in Zhonghe District , New Taipei City that houses 630 housing units and was completed in 2023.
Linkou World Universiade Athlete Village Social Housing located in Linkou District , New Taipei that was completed in 2017.