Tākaka Cohousing

Tākaka Cohousing is a group of three cohousing neighbourhoods surrounded by parkland.

The first neighbourhood was a 34-home development that was completed in 2023. The community is now in full swing with weekly community meals, monthly member meetings and other events being held in the Common House, such as celebrations, film nights and evenings around the fire.

As of May 2025, there are 54 adults and 15 children living in the community. All residents of the neighbourhood, whether they are home owners or renters, are members.

This development was built using a Unit Title model. Each home is private with its own bathroom and kitchen.

Each homeowner owns a share in the Body Corporate and Body Corp Levies are paid to maintain the common land.

• Common House with Dining Hall, Kitchen, Guest Room, Mezzanine, & Laundry

• Workshop and Storage Shed

• Community Gardens (inc Communal Food Gardens)

• Shared Resources (Kayaks, Lawn Mowers, Garden Tools, etc)

• Fire Pit & Other Social Areas

• Playground

All of the homes in the first neighbourhood have been sold. You can request to join the waiting list by completing the form below.

There are two new neighbourhoods under construction. You can register your interest to buy a home below.

To Purchase:

2-Bedroom Home - $675-725k - 75m2

3-Bedroom Home - $775-825k - 110m2

To Rent:

2-Bedroom Home - $400-450pw

3-Bedroom Home - $500-550pw

Homes can be purchased as investment properties, so that people who can’t afford to buy homes can be part of the community as renters.