Buying guide
Cohousing living, what’s it all about?
Building cohousing from scratch or with existing homes.
AI summary
Cohousing offers a unique blend of private home ownership and shared community living. Successful Kiwi projects like Auckland's Earthsong and Cohaus showcase the benefits, including shared common houses, gardens, and guest rooms, fostering a strong sense of community.
While developments require significant commitment, building knowledge, and clear financing, they provide access to more amenities than a standard home. Projects like the Tākaka cohousing project are actively seeking new residents, with homes typically structured as unit titles within a body corporate.
Earthsong
Cohaus Auckland
Photograph by Adam Luxton
Tākaka cohousing project, Golden Bay looking for new residents to join its second neighbourhood
Tips on starting a cohousing project
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