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Warm 3-bedroom townhouse in a cohousing neighbourhood

Dunedin, Otago, New Zealand
Rates from NZD $790 | Weekly

House | Entire Home | House Sitting Negotiable
Available Dates:
From July 2, 2024 until July 2, 2025

Description

This certified Passive House, completed in 2021, is situated in the Toiora cohousing neighbourhood. The neighbourhood features award-winning architecture and is nestled in the town belt at 5 minutes’ drive from the Octagon. The house is warm throughout the year due to its design. Its electricity bills have averaged under $100 monthly. The neighbourhood consists of about 50 people, of all ages and walks of life. We are committed to uphold a sustainable, caring, and inclusive neighbourhood. We volunteer at least an hour weekly, have common meals, monthly meetings, and social events. We manage the Body Corporate ourselves through consensus. We enjoy extensive amenities: *Downstairs* - Large open plan living/dining/kitchen (approx. 55m2) - Modern, spacious kitchen - Built-in storage - Guest toilet *Upstairs* - Main bedroom with en-suite dressing room - One other large bedroom and one small bedroom - Bathroom with toilet and shower over bath - Laundry and storage rooms - Converted attic (2023) featuring huge multi-purpose space *Private outdoors* - Front yard (25m2) with planting incl. fruit trees, and seating - Backyard (20m2) featuring a decked patio with seating, planters, pergola, and storage *Shared outdoors* - Large lawn with seating, trampoline, swing, sandpit - Gardens incl. fruits and veggie planting - Facilities for gardening and composting - Laundry area - Finnish sauna - Secure and powered bike shed - Mobility parks and parks for EV charging *Shared indoors* - Dining hall with kitchen - Lounge with library and play area - Craft room with piano - Workshop - Guest rooms *Location* - Adjacent town belt for walks and bird life - 5 minute drive to Octagon - 2 minute drive to Mornington shops *Learn more* - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2OY_kdoBjzg - https://architecturenow.co.nz/articles/green-commons-toiora-high-street-cohousing/ - https://northandsouth.co.nz/2023/04/22/cohousing-solution-housing-crisis/ - https://cohousing.org The owner-occupiers are moving abroad. Furnishing negotiable.

Bedrooms
3

Bathrooms
2

Offices
2

Size
115 m2

Suited For
5

Property Type
House

Availability

From July 2, 2024 until July 2, 2025

Minimum Stay

6 Months

Comments: 1 year preferred, but we are open to enquiries for durations of 6 months or more.

Location

House in Dunedin, Otago, New Zealand

Closest University

University of Otago

Nearby Universities
University of Otago
Neighborhood

Dunedin Central

Comments: Warm family townhouse built in 2021 to Passive House standard, set in a family-friendly cohousing neighbourhood with extensive shared facilities.

Explore the Area

Surroundings

  • Off Campus
  • Bike to Campus
  • Urban
  • Architectural Gem
  • Near Woods
  • Near Park
  • Near Public Transportation

Rental Rates and Terms

Rates from NZD $790 Weekly

Utilities are not included

A cleaning service is not included

Comments: No charge for water. Electricity bills are typically under $100 monthly and internet is about $70 monthly.

Considerations

The home is suitable for young kids

Ask about bringing pets

Smoking is not allowed

A car is available

House Sitting

I may need help while I am away

Features

Interior

Furnished

Baby Furniture

Connectivity

High Speed Internet

Wi-Fi

TV

Exterior

Balcony or Patio

Garden

Backyard

Accessibility

Stairs

Appliances

Oven

Stove

Microwave

Refrigerator

Dishwasher

Washer

Dryer

Creative

Piano

Comments: The common area features a playground, extensive gardens, tool shed, composting facilities, bike shed, EV chargers, and laundry area. The common house features a dining hall, kitchen, lounge, guest rooms, and workshop.

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Trust Score (7)
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