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Formed: 1991 Established: 1992
Monterey Cohousing
St. Louis Park, Minnesota,
United States
Monterey Cohousing Main House and grounds
 We are a unique, small community, located on 2.5 acres of land, partly wooded, just outside Minneapolis. We value diversity, and have varying incomes. Our 15 households currently include ages 13 through 68, singles couples, both with and without children.
Occupations include computer programmers, artists, teachers, therapists, caregivers, scientists and more. We follow diverse spiritual and secular paths; among our traditions are driving each other to the airport and ER, parties and other social events which have included singalongs, games, house concerts, benefit auction, solstice celebration, etc. Community meals and 'co-chats' (spontaneous conversations) are the glue that hold the community together. Maintaining our 1924 building (part Common House, part residences) also gives opportunities to work together.
Homes include eight retrofit coop apartments in an Edwardian mansion and seven newly constructed townhouses, connected by underground walkway, and range from 400-1600 sq.feet. Central
courtyard and play area are separated from the driveway and the parking areas and the large front lawn, which includes a community garden and picnic area. The grounds near the homes are lovingly landscaped, we often see wildlife.
The community also has an abundance of interior common space, with new kitchen, 3-season porch, elevator, 3 working fireplaces, a workshop, a laundry room, a children's playroom, and an office.
Our community grows from working together and shared experience.
 
Website: http://www.montereycohousing.org
Contact:
Monterey Cohousing
2925 Monterey Ave So.
St. Louis Park, Minnesota 55416 United States
Phone: 952-930-7554
Joelyn Malone
St. Louis Park, Minnesota 55416-5801 United States
Phone: 952-926-3872
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Karmit Bulman
St. Louis Park, 55416

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Former/Other Names: MoCoCo
Last Updated:12/27/2008
 
Visitors Accepted
Visitor Process: Please call our voicemail (952-930-7554) to arrange a visit
Network Affiliations:
Coho/US
Population
Adult Members:
21
Child Members:
4
Non-member Residents:
1
Open to new adults:
Yes
Open to new children:
Yes
Gender Balance:
40% M 60% F
Ethnic Diversity:
0% identify as 'people of color'
Age Restrictions:
No
Government
Decision Making:
By consensus
Identified Leader:
No
Leadership Core Group:
No
(We are small enough for our Board of Directors to be every adult member.)
Labor and Money
Financial Style:
Members have independent finances
Open to Members with Pre-existing Debt:
Yes
Labor Contribution:
Expected
(There's lots to do to keep the community running. Everyone is expected to contribute.)
Join Fee:
No
Regular Fees:
Yes
(We have an annual budget, and assess membership dues.)
Land and Buildings
Suburban
(low density urban)
Area:
2.5 acres (1.0 hectares)
Land Owned By:
The community
Number of Residences:
15
Cohousing:
Yes
Food, etc.
Percentage of Food Grown:
1-5%
Share Community Meals:
2-5 times/week
Dietary Choice or Restrictions:
Diet is up to each individual
(We attempt to accomodate different needs at community meals)
Dietary Practice:
Omnivorous
(Roughly 15% vegetarians)
Alcohol Use:
Used occasionally
Tobacco Use:
Prohibited
(Common House is No Smoking)
Social Factors
Open to Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and/or Transgender members:
Yes
Restrictions on Romantic Relationships (between consenting adults):
No
Shared Spiritual Path:
No
Educational Style(s):
Private school off the property
:: Public schooled
(The community is not involved in parents' decisions about their children's education.)
Cohousing Details
Cohousing Status:
Completed
Year Completed:
1996
Number of Units:
15
 
 
Monterey Cohousing Main House and grounds
Picnic in the Courtyard
Landscaping after new construction
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