For many older New Zealanders, the family home has become too big, too costly to heat or too quiet. Cohousing offers another way: a warm, easy-care home of your own, in a neighbourhood where people know and look out for each other.
Independence, with neighbours close by
You have your own home, your own front door and your own routines. Neighbours are close enough to notice if you need a hand, and there’s company whenever you want it.
Right-size without losing community
Moving to a smaller, energy-efficient home can free up money and time and mean less maintenance. In cohousing, you don’t trade space for isolation: shared gardens, a workshop and a common house give you room to host, create and connect.
Lock up and travel
Heading away to see the grandkids or explore? Your neighbours are right there, so you can leave with peace of mind.
Stay involved and valued
Cohousing neighbourhoods are intergenerational. Your skills and experience are valued, whether that’s in the garden, the workshop or helping shape decisions, and you’re part of a lively community of all ages.
Shape your neighbourhood from the start
Join a Founding Circle and get to know your future neighbours before you move in, while helping shape how your neighbourhood will work. What is a Founding Circle?
Take the next step
Watch our latest Open Hour, see what homes cost, or register your interest to hear first.
