A directory of belonging
Places where community is built into where you live — not another club to visit, but somewhere the people around you are part of daily life. Monasteries that welcome guests, cohousing, co-ops, ecovillages, seniors villages, and neighbourhoods that actually function. Start where you are.
Compiled with AI, checked by nobody yet. These are starting points, gathered for State of Berlin — real places as far as we know, but details change. Verify with a phone call before you set your heart or drive across the state.
Lebenshilfe Berlin offers various supported living arrangements and residential communities for people with intellectual disabilities, fostering independence and social integration. These communities provide tailored support and a sense of belonging.
Visit website →CoopHousing Berlin is an initiative that supports the development of new cohousing projects across the city, focusing on sustainable living and strong social bonds. They facilitate groups in creating their own self-organized residential communities.
Visit website →An ecological cohousing project focused on sustainable living and gardening. Residents share a large communal garden and actively engage in environmental initiatives.
A unique cohousing initiative developed within a historic industrial building, offering diverse living spaces and shared facilities. The project promotes sustainable living and a strong, active resident community.
This cohousing project transformed a former post office into a vibrant community living space. Residents share common areas and actively participate in the management and social life of the building.
This cohousing project transformed a former school building into modern apartments with shared facilities. It emphasizes intergenerational living and active participation in community life.
Bunte Platte is a cohousing initiative focused on intergenerational living and social inclusion within a renovated Plattenbau building. It emphasizes shared responsibility and communal activities among residents.
Visit website →Part of the larger Holzmarkt urban village, this residential component focuses on sustainable and creative community living. Residents are actively involved in shaping their shared environment and cultural life.
Visit website →This cohousing project emphasizes intergenerational living and ecological sustainability. Residents actively participate in managing their shared spaces and fostering a supportive community environment.
A self-managed cohousing project focused on intergenerational living and ecological sustainability. Residents share common spaces and actively participate in community life.
This cohousing project focuses on intergenerational living and ecological sustainability. Residents share common spaces and actively participate in community life and decision-making.
This is a self-managed housing project in a central location, fostering a strong sense of community among its residents. They actively engage in shared activities and decision-making for their living environment.
Schilleria is a modern cohousing project in the Schillerkiez, designed for intergenerational living with shared spaces and activities. It aims to combine private living with strong communal bonds and mutual support.
Visit website →This cohousing project is situated in the historic Schloss Biesdorf area, offering a blend of modern living and community engagement. Residents actively participate in managing shared spaces and fostering a supportive environment.
An ecological cohousing project emphasizing sustainable living, shared resources, and a strong community spirit. Residents collaborate on gardening, maintenance, and social activities, creating a close-knit environment.
Spreefeld is a large cohousing project with diverse residents, offering shared spaces and a strong emphasis on community participation. It welcomes individuals and families looking for collaborative living and urban community engagement.
Visit website →CoWo Berlin offers furnished rooms in shared apartments, designed for professionals and students seeking a ready-made community. It provides common areas and organises events to facilitate social connections among residents.
Visit website →While primarily a youth center, Haus der Jugend Zehlendorf also offers residential options for young people, promoting communal living and shared activities. It provides a supportive environment for personal development.
Visit website →K9 is a long-standing self-managed housing project in Kreuzberg, providing affordable living for a diverse group of residents. It operates on principles of solidarity and collective decision-making, creating a vibrant community.
Visit website →Located in a historic building, Kalkscheune offers a vibrant coliving environment with shared workspaces and cultural events. It attracts individuals interested in a dynamic urban community experience.
Visit website →This project aims to create affordable housing and workspaces, fostering a diverse and inclusive urban community. It is part of a larger redevelopment of a former GDR administrative building.
Visit website →The Mietshäuser Syndikat supports numerous self-organized housing projects across Berlin, where residents collectively own and manage their buildings. These co-ops foster strong internal communities and democratic decision-making.
Visit website →Spreefeld is a cooperative housing project located directly on the Spree river, offering a mix of apartments, commercial spaces, and shared facilities. It emphasizes ecological sustainability and social interaction among its residents.
Visit website →This cooperative housing project focuses on self-management and affordable living in a central Berlin location. Residents actively participate in decision-making and community life, fostering a strong sense of belonging.
This cooperative provides housing with a focus on community building, offering shared spaces and encouraging member participation in the cooperative's life. It aims to create a supportive and neighborly living environment.
Visit website →A well-established housing cooperative in Kreuzberg, 'Am Urban' provides affordable and community-oriented living for its members. The cooperative fosters a strong sense of belonging and mutual support among residents.
This long-standing housing cooperative provides affordable and community-oriented housing across Berlin. Members benefit from secure tenancy and participate in the cooperative's democratic decision-making.
Visit website →As a long-standing housing cooperative, 'Berliner Bauhütte' provides affordable and community-oriented living across different Berlin districts. Members benefit from democratic participation and a strong sense of belonging.
Visit website →A cooperative committed to providing affordable housing and fostering a strong community spirit among its members. 'Berliner Wohnforum' emphasizes democratic participation and mutual support in its residential complexes.
A long-established housing cooperative providing affordable and community-oriented living for its members. They emphasize mutual support and active participation in the cooperative's affairs.
Visit website →This housing cooperative provides affordable housing with a strong emphasis on member participation and community activities. It fosters a stable and supportive environment for its residents.
Visit website →This housing cooperative provides affordable and secure housing options with a focus on community and member participation. It fosters a sense of shared responsibility and neighborly support among its residents.
Visit website →This large housing cooperative manages a diverse portfolio of apartments across Berlin, fostering a sense of community among its members through shared spaces and activities. It emphasizes affordable living and member participation in decision-making.
Visit website →This cooperative offers a wide range of apartments primarily in Friedrichshain, focusing on affordable housing and member-oriented services. It actively promotes community life through various events and shared facilities.
Visit website →Located in the green district of Grünau, this cooperative provides affordable housing and a strong community focus, with many properties surrounded by nature. Members benefit from shared green spaces and a commitment to sustainable living.
Visit website →One of Berlin's larger housing cooperatives, 'Karl Marx' provides affordable and secure housing for its members across various districts. It fosters a sense of community through member participation and shared responsibilities.
Visit website →This cooperative provides housing primarily in the green district of Zehlendorf, emphasizing a family-friendly and community-oriented living environment. Members benefit from secure tenancy and democratic participation.
Visit website →As one of Berlin's larger housing cooperatives, 'Neues Berlin' offers affordable housing with a strong emphasis on member participation and community building. They manage a diverse portfolio of residential properties across the city.
Visit website →A long-standing housing cooperative providing affordable and community-oriented living for its members. It focuses on mutual support and active participation in the cooperative's development.
This cooperative provides a range of housing options with a strong emphasis on community and member participation. They organize various events and initiatives to foster neighborly connections.
Visit website →This cooperative offers diverse housing options and promotes a strong sense of community among its residents. Members benefit from secure, affordable housing and opportunities for social interaction.
This historic housing cooperative offers stable and affordable housing options primarily in the Neukölln district. It fosters a strong community spirit among its members through shared responsibilities and social events.
Visit website →While not directly in Berlin, Brodowin is a well-known organic ecovillage accessible from the city, focused on sustainable living and community agriculture. It offers opportunities for engagement and a rural community experience.
Visit website →LebensGut Berlin is an intentional community focused on sustainable living and social interaction. Residents share common spaces and engage in various community activities, fostering a supportive environment.
Visit website →This intergenerational house brings together people of all ages to live and interact, fostering a supportive and lively community environment. It offers shared spaces and activities to encourage connection and mutual assistance.
Visit website →This intergenerational housing project brings together people of all ages to live and learn from each other. It offers shared spaces and activities designed to strengthen community bonds.
Located in a former brewery, this intentional community focuses on sustainable living and collaborative decision-making. Residents share common interests and actively shape their living environment together.
Housed in a converted historic fire station, this self-managed residential project brings together individuals and families committed to communal living and shared responsibility. Residents collectively organize cultural events and maintain the unique property.
Visit website →This ambitious urban development project aims to create a diverse mix of housing, cultural spaces, and social infrastructure, fostering an intentional community in the heart of Berlin. It is still under development but already hosts community initiatives.
Visit website →Part of a larger urban development, this intentional community focuses on sustainable and socially responsible living. Residents are actively involved in shaping their environment and fostering a cooperative lifestyle.
This intentional community is built around shared values of sustainability, social justice, and personal development. Residents live and work together, fostering a strong sense of collective responsibility.
Visit website →An internationally renowned cultural and living project that combines residential spaces with cultural activities and ecological initiatives. It's a vibrant community focused on sustainable living and artistic expression.
Visit website →Zukunftshaus Wedding is an intergenerational and intercultural housing project focused on sustainable living and social interaction. It brings together diverse residents to create a vibrant and supportive community.
Visit website →This Catholic community welcomes guests for retreats and spiritual stays, offering a chance to experience communal prayer and simple living. It provides a peaceful environment for reflection and connection.
Visit website →This Benedictine monastery offers guesthouse stays for individuals seeking quiet reflection and spiritual community. Guests are welcome to participate in the daily rhythm of prayer and communal life.
Visit website →More than just a community center, this 'House of Neighborhood' integrates residential units with communal facilities, encouraging active participation and mutual support among residents. It serves as a vibrant hub for local social and cultural life.
Visit website →The Kiezhaus Agnes Reinhold is a vibrant community center offering numerous programs, workshops, and meeting points for local residents. It serves as a hub for neighborhood interaction and support.
Visit website →While primarily a community center, it fosters strong neighborhood ties and offers various programs that support intergenerational living and community engagement. It serves as a hub for local residents to connect and collaborate.
This multi-generational house serves as a vibrant hub for community activities and intergenerational exchange in Moabit. It offers various programs and spaces that encourage residents of all ages to connect and support each other.
Visit website →Located near Kottbusser Tor, this multi-generational house serves as a hub for community activities and intergenerational exchange. It offers various programs and spaces that encourage connection and support among different age groups.
A vibrant community hub offering intergenerational activities, support services, and shared spaces for residents of all ages. It aims to strengthen neighborhood ties and provide a supportive environment for families and individuals.
Visit website →This multi-generational house serves as a vibrant community hub, offering various services and activities for all ages. While not strictly a residential community, it strongly fosters neighborhood cohesion and shared living experiences.
Visit website →The Nachbarschaftshaus Urbanstraße is a long-standing community center offering diverse programs, advice, and meeting spaces for all ages. It actively promotes social cohesion and local engagement in its vibrant neighborhood.
Visit website →Augustinum offers independent living for seniors with a wide range of services, cultural events, and social activities designed to foster community. It provides a secure and engaging environment for older adults.
Visit website →Augustinum Berlin-Zehlendorf offers a comprehensive living concept for seniors, combining independent living with a wide range of services and cultural activities. It provides a secure and stimulating environment for its residents.
Visit website →An upscale senior living community offering comprehensive care and a wide range of social activities. Residents enjoy a comfortable and secure environment with opportunities for companionship and engagement.
Visit website →This senior living complex offers independent apartments with various services and communal activities to promote social interaction and well-being. It provides a comfortable and active environment for older residents.
Visit website →This senior living facility offers independent apartments with a focus on community and support services. Residents can enjoy a range of social activities and a secure living environment.
This senior living facility offers independent and assisted living options in a supportive community environment. Residents benefit from shared amenities and organized activities that promote social interaction and well-being.
A dedicated living arrangement for seniors, offering both privacy and opportunities for social interaction and mutual support. Residents benefit from a secure environment and a sense of belonging.
A supportive living arrangement for seniors who wish to maintain independence while benefiting from shared living and community activities. It offers a balance of private space and communal engagement.
This senior living complex offers independent apartments with a range of services and communal facilities designed to foster an active and supportive community among older residents. It provides a secure and engaging environment with opportunities for social interaction.
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