Shared Housing

Shared Housing

Shared housing used to be the norm in the United States. To save money, or to be of support to one another, many people lived with family or in boarding houses for their entire lives.

Shared housing saves money, but if your housing partners are not trustworthy or dependable, shared housing can create problems for you. Sometimes, it can cost you money. That's why it's important to choose your partners carefully. For more information visit the National Shared Housing Resource Center.

SHARE Sonoma County

SHARE is a local nonprofit that helps match housing partners. Sometimes, they can arrange matches in which a tenant can exchange services like housework or personal care in lieu of some or all the rent.  To learn more, visit sharesonomacounty.org.

COTS Community Housing

Talk with your case manager if you are interested in renting a room in COTS’ Community Housing program. Some of COTS’  Communty Housing homes are designated for people who agree not to drink or use substances. 

More Resources

How to find a good roommate

The economics of sharing