Greek Village Cohousing
Η πρώτη συμβιωτική κοινότητα στην Ελλάδα
A rendering of our village
Welcome!
Whether you're familiar with cohousing or just discovering this more meaningful way of living, this page will guide you through our home prices and the process of becoming a member of our intentional community.
3, Group Trip!
Experience the Land!
While exploring, plan your trip to Greece! Join us in Greece on one of our planned group trips--to experience the land, explore the area, and enjoy meeting us in person and taking part in a participatory cohousing workshops.
Our Home Prices
Those who are part of our intentional community are eligible to buy our homes. See below for the path to membership
1 Bedroom
The hedgehog
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60 sq. meters/ 646 square ft
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Home Cost (w/ furn.): €183,110 - €201,300
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Land Cost: €10,500 - €11,550
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Common House (w/ furn.): €60,000 - €66,000
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Utilities, Solar, Geothermal, Fiber Optics, Pool, Sports fields, ect €46,500 - €51,150
Total Approx. Price with VAT Tax included: €300k - €330k
Values-Led Investor:
2 Bedroom
The Doe
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95 sq. meters / 1023 sq. feet
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Home Price (w/ furniture): €292,800 - €314,150
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Land Price: €16,800 - €18,025
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Common House Cost (w/ furn.): €79,400 - €87,800
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Utilities, Solar, Geothermal, Fiber Optics, Pool, Sports Facilities, & Commons: €96,00 - €103,000
Total Approximate Price: €480,000- €515,000
Values-Led Investor:
2 Bedroom
The Warbler
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80 sq. meters / 861 sq. feet
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Home cost (w/ furniture): €244,000 - €265,350
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Land: €14,000 - €15,255
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Common House (w/ furn.): €80,000 € - €87,000
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Utilities, Solar, Geothermal, Fiber Optics, Pool, Sports Fields, etc: €62,000 - €67,000
Total Approximate Cost: €400k - €435k
Values-Led Investor:
*someone otherwise interested in a 95 sq. mtr unit will instead invest in an 80 or 60 square meter unit and purchase all or part of another unit for a Greek or Refugee Family.
3 Bedroom
The Rabbit
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120 sq. meters / 1290 sq. feet
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Home Price (w/ furniture): €366,000 - €390,400
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Land Price: €21,000 - €22,400
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Common House Price (w/ furn.): €120,000 - €128,000
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Utilities, Solar, Geothermal, Fiber Optics, Pool, Sports Facilities, & Commons: €93,00 - €99,000
Total Approximate Price: €600,000 - €640,000
Values-Led Investor:
1. Discover !!!
Seeking greater community and belonging? *Read our Website-- its super helpful. *Take our self-scored Questionnaire to see if our project resonates. *If new to cohousing, consider watching the cohousing videos on our "What is Cohousing" page. *Check out the page about our shared vision and values. These unit us and anchor our decisions and choices. *Cohousing is a bit like a social contract - regular service to community, sharing time in celebrations and cooking together, mutual care and consideration, sharing to live more lightly on the land.... Consider whether this resonates for you. If you find you are as excited about our pioneering community as we are, Next Step is to fill out the form at the bottom of this page so that you can come to our Info Coffee. It is a Meet and Greet with a presentation and time for Q&A. If you are unable to come on Fridays, let us know, and we'll do our best to find another time. Keep in mind that we are from all over the world!
2. Explore! Co-Create!
*After your information coffee, email us to let us know of your interest joining or in visiting a group weekly gathering so you can meet us and vice versa. *We apologize. Visits are limited to one meeting due to the large numbers of interested visitors. *Once you've visited one of our group meetings, it is time for you to decide whether you want to learn more about what it is like to be in an intentional community and part of our project. No one can buy a home without first becoming an explorer member and learning more over time. *In order to take the next step, email us to let us know you want to become an explorer member. *When you receive an invitation email-- fill out a short Membership Application. and pay your good faith explorer membership dues. *The dues buttons and application link should be in this box or beside it. Dues amounts are below. €300 Values-Led Donation: Supports our efforts and provides opportunities for younger individuals and those earning Greek wages to join us. €200 Regular Donation: Aids our mission. €100 Aspiration Donation: This is only for Greeks earning Greek wages. *Fill out our "Community Resume" *Once you are an explorer member, you will receive access to all of our information. We are so multilayered that you cannot know all before joining. *You will receive a 3 part orientation to give you grounding and further info. You will choose a circle to work with. You will explore our materials, choose your working circle, and enjoy meeting and collaborating with others during your 3 month membership *You will have the opportunity to shape our village and influence the policies, architecture, and other foundational elements.
3, Group Trip!
Experience the Land!
While exploring, plan your trip to Greece! Join us in Greece on one of our planned group trips--to experience the land, explore the area, and enjoy meeting us in person and taking part in a participatory cohousing workshops.
4. Invest & Reserve Your Unit
Your 3 months and date of trip mark your opportunity to finally live with us as a member of our intentional community. If you visit the land and find that this is a spectacular and special as we find it, then you'll be ready to become a full equity member and are eligible to have a home here. You will fill out the equity application and pay the equity dues. The date of receipt of your Equity Dues marks you PRIORITY NUMBER to choose your unit. *Meet with Evi (Pare) to go over everything *Sign a Contract for your Unit. *You can pay for your home in full or in Installments * Prices & membership options below
5. Belong!
Fall in love with this life as we have. Apply to Become a Full Equity Member and Neighbor in our Village. *Provide your criminal background check and vetting materials. *Pay your nonrefundable Equity dues of €2000 *Our group utilizes a group consensus process for membership.
Path To Membership
**See our different membership options below this path
6. Thrive!
Begin your lifelong journey as a cohousing neighbor.
*Start with sociocracy, Nonviolent communication, and other cohousing coursework skills. Our budget includes a commit to routine workshops, courses, and skillbuilding so that we thrive together.
*Shape and Enjoy our village design, policies, management celebrations, and traditions.
*You are now a member of our intentional community!
Membership Categories
Values Led Investing
Be the change you wish to see. Become a Values-Led Investor We are brought together by a shared visions and set of collective values, and one of those values is a commitment to diversity, including multigenerational diversity. We also value making a positive impact on the wider Greek community. For these reasons, we are developing two impact investment opportunities for our members: Supporting Local Lives and Enriching our Community: “Our Greek Heroes” Program is for those who are willing to downsize and invest in an additional unit for Greek teachers, firefighters, nurses, farmers, and other "Greek heroes" who serve our community with dedication but whose salaries are among the lowest in Europe. Through subsidized rent or a rent-to-own scheme, your investment directly uplifts the lives of those who make a difference every day. It also ensures our village includes Greeks that help you and other expats navigate their new lives in Greece. A New Beginning: “Cohousing for Refugees” Program With each unit purchased and provided through subsidized rent, you offer a safe haven for legal refugees starting anew in Greece. Facilitate a path towards stability and community integration for families from places like Ukraine who are escaping adversity. In this way, you leave a legacy for a refugee family and nurture a vibrant, supportive neighborhood. Financial and Social Dividends While the heart of our program is the social good, expect a modest rental yield from your investment or a rent-to-own opportunity. The rent will be calculated based on local Sparta rents, and the community is further looking into the possibility of subsidizing the monthly community costs for those impact investors who are offering a rent-to-own opportunity to approximate interest on your loan. Connect and Learn More We invite you to connect with our founder, Evi (Pare) Gerou, for a detailed discussion on how you can contribute to this opportunity to make a difference. GreekVillageCohousing@gmail.com, WhatsApp +30.694.711.3955