Curious about cohousing? Join us at The Commons, on the 10th of every month

What is cohousing?

Cohousing is an intentional, collaborative neighborhood that combines private homes with shared indoor and outdoor spaces designed to support an active and interdependent community life. Cohousing is not a financial or legal model, but rather a descriptive term that emphasizes the active participation of residents in everything from design to governance.

Why Cohousing

Learn More

Featured Programs

CohoUS

The Cohousing Association of the United States is a national nonprofit supporting cohousing communities in changing our world. Spreading the word about cohousing shifts the culture toward a new American dream where every home is surrounded by caring, collaborative neighbors who use less of the earth’s resources while living an abundant life.

Learn More

eNews

Our monthly eNewsletter keeps everyone up to date on cohousing happenings. In addition to inspirational articles, we share upcoming events, homes for sale and updates on the movement of cohousing. Sign up to receive the eNews by clicking here

Read Latest E-Newsletter

Learning about Cohousing

find it
Find It
Learn More
Create It
Create It
Learn More
Live it
Live It
Learn More
Run It
Run It
Learn More

Why Some Americans Are Looking to Greece for Their Next Cohousing Home

As housing costs soar and political uncertainty lingers, more Americans are turning to cohousing abroad, not just for adventure travel, but for the support of community when migrating. For a growing number, Greece is calling. And for some, cohousing may be the key to making a move abroad possible.

Recent Blogs

Senior Community finds ways to foster wellness

Posted on April 14th, 2025 at 6:29 pm (ET)

Larry Beresford, a member of Phoenix Commons in Oakland CA, recently had an article published on the website Next Avenue*. Called “A Commitment to Aging Well,” the article talks about what this means and how his senior cohousing community has pursued this aim. Larry is a freelance medical journalist and a member of the community’s… Read More

Why Some Americans Are Looking to Greece for Their Next Cohousing Home

Posted on April 15th, 2025 at 6:29 pm (ET)

As housing costs soar and political uncertainty lingers, more Americans are turning to cohousing abroad, not just for adventure travel, but for the support of community when migrating. For a growing number, Greece is calling. And for some, cohousing may be the key to making a move abroad possible.