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I want to afford to buy a new homeYou’re in the right place! There’s evidence that collaborative housing projects can cost 15-30% less than comparable ‘conventional’ housing in the same area. Explore how ownership and financing works, and view examples of different models. Then choose your approach.
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I want to buy with friendsYou could consider buying into a small blocktogether or, for larger groups, joining a building group or cooperatives. Look at the ownership and financing approaches that can make this possible, and consider the legalities.
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I want an affordable rental homeLook at the opportunities provided by cooperatives and see some examples. You may also consider renting from family or friends on a small block. Some new generation boarding houses are also designed and managed in accordance with collaborative housing principles.
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I want to stay in my own home as I ageIf you have a home on a reasonably sized block, you might want to explore the option of converting it to accommodate friends or family. Live in separate homes, but share space - and company - in a way that suits your group’s preferences.
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I want to live with family across generationsThere are different collaborative housing models that support this, from a few homes sharing a block or adjacent blocks, to much larger developments where you can live intergenerationally within a larger community.
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I'm looking for a new kind of retirement living optionYou’re not alone! Collaborative housing is a perfect model for retirees looking for innovative and affordable options that allow them to live independently, but closely connected to friends, family and/or a broader community.
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I want to be part of a connected communityThis is a big part of the appeal of collaborative housing – the chance to be part of a connected, supportive community. Along with this comes the ability to share skills, pool resources, help each other out and enjoy each other’s company. There are models that suit all types of communities, large and small, and tools to help ensure everyone gets along.
Is collaborative housing for you?
People gravitate to collaborative housing for a whole range of different reasons. Some are mostly driven by pragmatics, like wanting to save money or live in better quality housing, while others also want something that aligns with their values and lifestyles.
The door is open
While collaborative housing won’t appeal to everyone, it isn’t exclusive to a particular group or type of person. In fact, projects that mix generations and other demographic characteristics are often the most vibrant. Collaborative housing can suit large or small groups, in urban or regional locations. What it looks like and how it is set up is entirely up to each group.
It's probably a good fit for you if:
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You want to live within a supportive, connected community, whether it’s a few households or a much larger group.
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You like the idea of pooling resources to get more from less, whether it’s sharing a little or a lot.
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You want to live in close proximity to friends or family
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You enjoy participating in the design and ongoing management of the place you live
Find your fit
There are collaborative housing projects to fit a range of different needs.
What does the research say?
As population demographics and the composition of households changes, so do our housing needs, making collaborative housing an increasingly relevant option. Households are getting smaller, our population is ageing and family structures are changing. This calls for a new approach to housing.
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I want to afford to buy a new homeYou’re in the right place! There’s evidence that collaborative housing projects can cost 15-30% less than comparable ‘conventional’ housing in the same area. Explore how ownership and financing works, and view examples of different models. Then choose your approach.
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I want to buy with friendsYou could consider buying into a small blocktogether or, for larger groups, joining a building group or cooperatives. Look at the ownership and financing approaches that can make this possible, and consider the legalities.
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I want an affordable rental homeLook at the opportunities provided by cooperatives and see some examples. You may also consider renting from family or friends on a small block. Some new generation boarding houses are also designed and managed in accordance with collaborative housing principles.
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I want to stay in my own home as I ageIf you have a home on a reasonably sized block, you might want to explore the option of converting it to accommodate friends or family. Live in separate homes, but share space - and company - in a way that suits your group’s preferences.
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I want to live with family across generationsThere are different collaborative housing models that support this, from a few homes sharing a block or adjacent blocks, to much larger developments where you can live intergenerationally within a larger community.
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I'm looking for a new kind of retirement living optionYou’re not alone! Collaborative housing is a perfect model for retirees looking for innovative and affordable options that allow them to live independently, but closely connected to friends, family and/or a broader community.
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I want to be part of a connected communityThis is a big part of the appeal of collaborative housing – the chance to be part of a connected, supportive community. Along with this comes the ability to share skills, pool resources, help each other out and enjoy each other’s company. There are models that suit all types of communities, large and small, and tools to help ensure everyone gets along.
