Co-op living is pretty common in certain areas. I lived in a co-op last year and it worked out pretty well. Like any living situation, it had it's pros and cons

Co-op living is pretty common in certain areas. I lived in a co-op last year and it worked out pretty well. Like any living situation, it had it's pros and cons Pros - Low cost. Was about $500/month and that included rent, utilities, and food. - Got a warm meal every night. Only had to cook/clean once a week. - Community feel Cons - Some people were bad cooks. Others were just annoying. - We all had our own bedrooms but the common spaces were communal. It was hard to invite friends over without feeling like I was encroaching on my housemates' space. Overall it was a good experience. It's a great way to meet people if you are new to a city.