Welcome to Oak Park Commons Cohousing

Strength in Community

Illinois’ first cohousing community fosters intergenerational connection, diversity and inclusiveness. We welcome all those who share our vision 

Celebrate National Cohousing Week With Oak Park Commons

Our 2023 virtual Open House was a rousing success, and we’re doing it again…

…And this time we have a building to show you!

This is a virtual
tour via zoom, on Sunday, May 4,
5:00 – 6:00 p.m. (CT).

Complete our
contact form
to register.

 

Upcoming Events

Monthly Social Get-together

Our next get-together will be on Friday, May 23, 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. (CT)
at members Anne & Mary’s home. Please RSVP: akoerbergeneral@gmail.com.

Monthly Public Zoom Meetings

Our next public meeting will be on Thursday, May 8, 7:00 – 8:30 p.m. (CT).
Click here to attend (meeting ID: 83013984358, passcode: 974075).
For more information, contact us here.

Strength in community

COHOUSING OFFERS

Successful communities share core values & vision such as inclusiveness, diversity and sense of community. 

Stability

Cohousing is designed to increase interaction between neighbors, sharing resources and working together to sustain a diverse and inclusive residential community.

Solidarity

People value the sense of belonging to something bigger than themselves and living amongst people who share your core values and convictions.

Security

Knowing your neighbors and sharing tasks, food, friendships and more reduces uncertainty in the face of unexpected problems or threats.

Sustainability

Sharing strategies complement eco-friendly & energy-efficient building features as residents eat meals together, ride share and shop share.

Giving does not only precede receiving; it is the reason for it. It is in giving that we receive.
Israelmore Ayivor