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Seattle's Shared Roof: Co-living Reimagined
15 Mar
Summary
- Shared Roof is a 35-unit co-housing community in Seattle opened in 2023.
- It was financed by 13 friends and family members with investments from $50,000 to $5 million.
- The community offers private homes with shared amenities and retail spaces, fostering neighborhood connection.
In 2023, Seattle welcomed Shared Roof, a 35-unit co-housing community in the Phinney Ridge neighborhood. Developed by Chad Dale, this innovative housing model was financed by 13 friends and family members, with investments ranging from $50,000 to $5 million.
Dale's vision for Shared Roof stems from a prior experience with a shared vacation home, which highlighted the need for more structured communal living. Co-housing allows residents private homes while sharing amenities and collectively managing common spaces, differing from co-living.
The five-story building, inspired by European urban design, features unique units and wraps around an interior courtyard. It includes shared amenities like a library, art room, and rooftop greenhouse, complemented by street-level retail.
To ensure inclusivity, Shared Roof participates in Seattle's Multifamily Tax Exemption program, allocating about 20% of its units for moderate-income renters. This approach aims to foster income diversity within the community.
Residents like John Ware and Mary Jo Wagner praise the strong sense of community and connection fostered at Shared Roof, noting genuine relationships and shared activities that go beyond typical apartment living.
