Housing cooperatives offer an alternative to traditional homeownership and rental markets by placing control in the hands of residents. Members share ownership, participate in governance, and benefit from collective decision-making that prioritises community wellbeing over profit.
From limited equity co-ops that preserve affordability across generations to tenant-led buyouts that prevent displacement, cooperative housing takes many forms. What unites them is a commitment to democratic participation, mutual aid, and housing as a social good rather than a commodity.
Explore our curated collection of research, organisations, and projects advancing cooperative housing across Europe and beyond.
From limited equity co-ops that preserve affordability across generations to tenant-led buyouts that prevent displacement, cooperative housing takes many forms. What unites them is a commitment to democratic participation, mutual aid, and housing as a social good rather than a commodity.
Explore our curated collection of research, organisations, and projects advancing cooperative housing across Europe and beyond.
Key Aspects
Democratic Governance
Members have equal voting rights in decisions affecting their homes and community
