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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.

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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.

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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

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What a difference a year makes

Birthing a cohousing community is a long, multi-year process. It took us 7 years to move from the start of development of Heartwood Commons – Tulsa to moving into our homes in the late summer of 2024.

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What a difference a year makes

Posted on November 12th, 2025 at 10:48 pm (ET)

Birthing a cohousing community is a long, multi-year process. It took us 7 years to move from the start of development of Heartwood Commons – Tulsa to moving into our homes in the late summer of 2024.

What a difference a year makes!

Cohousing in Quebec

Posted on November 12th, 2025 at 9:13 pm (ET)

Bob Rabin, a member of CohoUS’s Seniors in Cohousing Committee, had an opportunity to visit an interesting cohousing community in Quebec, Canada. Cohabitat Neuville, established in 2019, is the second cohousing community in the province. The first, Cohabitat Quebec in Quebec City, was built in 2013. The following report shares Bob’s impressions of Cohabitat Neuville…. Read More