NICA: Northwest Communities Seeking Members http://nica.ic.org/postings/?&display_all=true Sat, 04 Feb 2012 02:45:26 GMT Feed43 Proxy/1.0 (www.feed43.com) 360 084925a556fccc4b7665a850f08a98c4 Columbia Ecovillage: Room for Rent in Existing Community - Posted 1/29/2012 http://nica.ic.org/postings/?action=view&posting_id=96 3bdrm, 2ba, 1050sf ground floor condo, newly remodeled using low or no-VOC materials, hardwood floors and energy efficient windows. Your rooms are 10x13 and 16x11. Spacious bathroom lies between the two rooms. Shared kitchen, dining and living space. Onsite parking for your car and lockable storage space in separate building. $900/mo. Ideal for couple or individual who would like more space. Electric $70/mo ave, internet $8/mo; both split equally amongst two or three of us.

Community:
3.7 acres, chickens, bees, pond, community garden, individual garden plots, rainwater harvesting, permaculture food forest, 1912 farmhouse for community meals, celebrations and guests, 37 condominium units, 9 kids, 52 adults, covered bike parking, berries, figs, persimmons, plums, apples, grapes, cherries, hazelnuts and more! Close to bus, New Seasons, Alberta restaurants, Kennedy School and Fernhill park. As a community member each adult contributes eight hours work per month and is active on one community team.

Your housemate:
Female, bike commuter, avid outdoors person, fermented food maker, compost pile builder, good listener, likes a balance of private and social time, enjoys cooking and eating healthy food, considerate, appreciates quiet, loves to learn and be creative, enjoys classical music.

You:
Interest in the above community setting, willing and able to participate in stewarding this land, considerate, active, tends to see the glass half full instead of half empty, does not smoke or do drugs, has no pets (except maybe a fish or salamander).

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]]> 4c225142776ccdabf48afcca682a5c87 Gardengate: Seek Members for Forming Community - Posted 1/22/2012 http://nica.ic.org/postings/?action=view&posting_id=95
We are seeking those who desire to live simply, splitting all living expenses including rent and utilities. Separate living quarters can be made available sharing both kitchen and laundry facilities. Joint ownership will also be considered.

Would like to live with those already living close to nature who realize that the "business as usual" mentality is gone and won't be coming back. They will share our great respect for nature and know that without it we can't and won't survive. Ideal partners are those who can communicate face to face, who share our concerns of climate change, resource depletion and collapse of the current system, as we know it.

One of our goals is to develop a way of generating income that will benefit everyone involved. In considering our homestead, we appreciate people who can work well with others and who enjoy finding better ways of utilizing our property, (ie: water conservation, intensive sustainable planting, composting and organic planting). Skills such as animal husbandry, herbalist, carpentry, renewable energy, and sewing will be welcomed additions to what we have already.

Our property is five acres, all usable with a gently sloped southern exposure and 55 4x26' raised beds, approximately 250' of berries. We also have a young orchard of apple and pear trees.

Pets- Already at full capacity with one dog and cat.

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]]> 98b54e3d92594253ec339a4e87f33c3a Columbia Ecovillage: Home for Sale in Existing Community - Posted 9/22/2011 http://nica.ic.org/postings/?action=view&posting_id=92
Enjoy living on 3.73 acres with extensive gardens, native plants, fruit and nut trees, berries, rainwater cisterns, beehives and chickens. Common space includes a 1912 farm house with kitchen, gathering spaces, dining areas, play room, guest rooms, food storage, and outdoor deck. On-site parking and enclosed bike parking. Storage building with 4�x8� closet for this unit . Child-friendly community with play equipment, play room, tree house, and lots of caring adults.
First-floor unit, 788 S.F. with maple floors. Off-street location. Main room and patio, kitchen and dining area looking onto a lovely courtyard garden. Bedroom windows overlook community gardens. Very easy to heat, green features include increased insulation, double-paned low-E fiberglass windows, and low-VOC paint. Appliances include ceramic cook-top stove, refrigerator, dishwasher, and filtered water with instant hot spout. Cherry cabinets with granite countertops in kitchen, with additional built-in window seat storage in dining area.
On 2 frequent service bus routes with library, theater, shopping and other amenities close by.
Community requirements include membership on a team and 8 community participation hours per month per adult. Opportunities for participation include gardening, cooking, cleaning and maintenance of community properties. HOA Dues are currently $206 per month and include water, garbage and recycling pick up.

Available at $255,000.

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]]> 1d95bbda0f2216738c9a88021a555640 Sky Root Farm (name in process): Seek Members for Forming Community - Posted 9/7/2011 http://nica.ic.org/postings/?action=view&posting_id=91
The short-term need
We are three folks in our 40s and 50s with backgrounds in politics, holistic health, and deep ecology. We currently have 2 farmhouse bedrooms available this fall. We are looking for likeminded, emotionally mature people with a passion for organic farming/gardening and other aspects of sustainable living. Rents are negotiable � something in the range of $400 for one person to $600 for a couple. We have two cats � other animals are negotiable.

The long-term vision
We envision a multi-generational community dedicated to conscious evolution, with an emphasis on collective awakening, ecological living, organic farming, and a spirit of adventure. We are seeking owners for 7 homes or duplexes to be built as a Planned Residential Development.

The community's founder is Karen Litfin, UW professor of political ecology. For more on her, see the website below.

If you sense that our budding community might be for you, please email us. Please tell us a bit about who you are & what you are looking for.

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]]> 2c495454ac47ed4614a6f2a931c6482c Om Gardens: Home for Rent in Existing Community - Posted 9/6/2011 http://nica.ic.org/postings/?action=view&posting_id=90
Hello out there. I am currently looking for a nice couple or single woman with child to rent my space here at Om Gardens Sanctuary.

My place is a two story bedroom, full bath & office. Kitchen is in Main House only a few footsteps away. $450 plus utilities ($150 range). 10 acres, 1/3 well manicured beautiful tree garden, outdoor Yoga space, entertainment art room, 4 industrial greenhouses and more. Very peaceful.

If you are interested, please call or email me and I will send pictures and explain details. In the meantime, check out the archived months in our blog: http://omgardens.blogspot.com

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]]> aa5c186efb6c40d09e3cb6b922485579 Seattle Southside Urban Farm Home Available: Home for Rent in Existing Community - Posted 9/3/2011 http://nica.ic.org/postings/?action=view&posting_id=89
I am now at the tail end of remodeling and am looking to add more people to the mix!

The place will be available October 1st!

The rent will be 1100 (for the "apartment" version) or 1350 for the whole house. Utilities are separate. Pets are negotiable. Available on October 1st.

The new house next door to mine, has two bedrooms upstairs, wood floors, living room with a fireplace, kitchen and bathroom. This is the basic plan for all the homes on this block: they are modest 50's "war boxes". There is also a basement that includes is a den/craft room and a laundry room. The whole house rental would also include a large basement rec/office room. The "apartment" version would not include it and there is a separate basement entrance for that area. There are points for discussion about this room and possibilities really depend on a conversation with potential people.

The location is a walkable few blocks south of Othello Light Rail Station and Park in the heart of the valley between Rainier and MLK. Columbia City and its wonderful retail core are a light rail station north. My almost daily haunt and the the wonder that is Seward Park, as well as our local PCC are less than 2 miles up the lake and there is Pritchard swimming beach even closer. Nearby Rainier Beach high school has a track and there are tennis courts in another park 2 blocks away. The amazing Kubota Garden is truly the southends best kept secret and it is walkable as well.

I have been here 7 years (and 11 in the neighborhood) and I have spent time developing my lot in terms of garden and outdoor living... I love to garden and came to it first in terms of feeding myself, the stress relief, being healthy and being part of the amazing joy and education of the cycle of life. I worked on a Community Supported Agriculture farm for a couple years so this gave me more experience as well. When I arrived it was a bit of a blank slate but the bounty now is delicious and plentiful. Here is a short list of what was available for my table yesterday: tomatoes, potatoes, broccoli, lettuce, carrots, parsley, squash, onions, shallots, garlic, herbs, raspberries, blueberries, figs, plums, apples, blackberries. I also care about landscape design and beauty.. ornamentals, trees, and perennials/flowers... and am always adding and learning more on that side as well. I have a very large deck in the back and a big firepit which make for swell summer parties. I have a 10 yr old wolfdog who is a wise gentleman and a very wonderful companion for me in the hood. I also have thoughts about having chickens perhaps next season. There is a beehive on the property that a friend manages.

A bit more about me:
I am a social entrepreneur and my passion and thread that connects my life path has been community organizing and uplift... creating spaces for people to connect and broaden their vision of themselves and their surroundings. For the last 4 years I have been running a holistic fitness program in the parks for women (http://southsidebootycamp.com). Before this I founded a non profit and event called the All Nations Cup, and grew it for 5 years before passing it on to a new director (this is a 3 weekend cultural community festival that centers on a World Cup style soccer tournament featuring local teams representing the countries they came from originally). Before this my life was about the performance art/butoh dance/avant garde music world. I queer friendly (personally have been known to date on both ends of the gender spectrum, and I need true acceptance of that in my living situation). I have been involved in a progressive peer counseling community for 8 years and find this tool incredibly helpful for working on my "old stuff" and making relationships and life go so much better. Other active stuff I am into includes lake swimming, trail running, yoga, dancing, mountain/road/tour biking, snowshoeing, kayaking, hiking.. the latest addition being paddleboarding and am always looking for more friends who share the love of being in a body. I also take where I live seriously ; ) ... what I mean is I like to be where I am ... it makes sense to me to really live here and I make the effort to reach out across the barriers and fear that a very diverse block, neighborhood, zip code can present... this enriches my life immensely and hopefully makes the world a safer, healthier, better place relationship by relationship.

I am looking for some stable, silly, practical, serious, creative, industrious, open, zestful, happy, and evolving individuals or a couple who are community minded ... and not only like the idea of what people are calling urban homesteading (i am not too happy with this term myself : )... but are ready, able and excited to participate in a practical way as well. Sorry daily users are not welcome here, but generally clean living peeps that indulge occasionally works for me.

If some or all! of this resonates with you and you are interested in seeing my little slice of life down here and chatting about the situation please email me at jb08seek@gmail.com and tell me a bit about yourself, your experience, your situation, your needs, and perhaps your dreams.

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]]> 9e266bd5d13cbb62618ad98bf39df27d Cascadia Commons Cohousing: Home for Sale in Existing Community - Posted 8/27/2011 http://nica.ic.org/postings/?action=view&posting_id=86

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]]> be30cdb4f5416fd0e60c017123f90dbf She Farm: Room for Rent in Existing Community - Posted 8/7/2011 http://nica.ic.org/postings/?action=view&posting_id=85

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]]> 6a43ee6a2050bc6d735bc2422b7458e7 Puget Ridge co-housing: Home for Sale in Existing Community - Posted 8/3/2011 http://nica.ic.org/postings/?action=view&posting_id=84

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]]> 175afe80a517e1cfa4e265302e4519ba Tacoma Urban Homestead: Seek Members for Forming Community - Posted 7/29/2011 http://nica.ic.org/postings/?action=view&posting_id=83
There are three of us in our mid 20s currently committed to the house leaving three more bedrooms to be filled with wonderful people and bustling activity. Looking forward to meeting you and potentially living with you in this amazing space!

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]]> 6aeb24ff19a9d861fb5eafd3fd8b29df Seeking Established Community: Seek Members for Forming Community - Posted 7/24/2011 http://nica.ic.org/postings/?action=view&posting_id=82

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]]> 47268947abce997872c2367313f7ab9c PRAG: Room for Rent in Existing Community - Posted 7/12/2011 http://nica.ic.org/postings/?action=view&posting_id=81
The room we have available is on the 3rd (top) floor of the house. Please view the website for the Evergreen Land Trust (www.evergreenlandtrust.org) for information regarding our community and our sister communities.

We are centrally located and have easy access to Seattle University and University of Washington, local bus lines, downtown, I-5, local parks.

Our base dues start at $470/month with additional contribution for communal food ($180). Your final dues contribution is based on a variety of factors and we have additional charges or deductions for guests and vacation. If you are interested in pursuing living in our community you will get a sample of our dues contribution sheet, our policies record, and a general outline of things to consider in pursing living in this community from your community sponsor.

Living in our community involves a monthly meeting, communal and individual workdays, budgeting and planning, and generally just taking good care of the amazing house we live in.

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]]> c88109e0d836a9cbe69f68241510d3df Puget Ridge Cohousing: Home for Sale in Existing Community - Posted 6/20/2011 http://nica.ic.org/postings/?action=view&posting_id=80
More info can be found at http://pugetridge.net

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]]> c7d8d4db207e9a07a17e73bd75c90172 Columbia Ecovillage: Home for Sale in Existing Community - Posted 6/18/2011 http://nica.ic.org/postings/?action=view&posting_id=78 * Available from July 2011; existing renters willing to stay on.
* Downstairs unit, 1189 sq ft
* 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, living room, dining room, large understair closet
* Covered Patio; 20ft x 9ft yard area that can have low fence
* Hardwood floors and energy efficient windows
* Renovated to create healthy indoor air environment including low or no-VOC materials and continuous ventilation
* 4ft x 8ft lockable storage space in storage building
* Onsite car parking and covered bike parking
* 8 community work hours per month per adult and membership on a community team

COMMUNITY FEATURES
* An urban multigenerational Cohousing community in NE Portland
* Like living in the country and the city at the same time. Total 3.73 acres with 37 condominium units in friendly, environmentally conscious, cohousing community.
* Individual & community garden plots, berries, fruit and nut orchards, chickens and bees, irrigation system and rainwater cisterns, and greenhouse.
* 1912 farmhouse with guest rooms and kitchen/dining for community meals.
* Shared community craft room and laundry room
* Frequent service Tri-Met route 72 bus stop at the entry to the community and a second route, 75, within a � mile.
* Close to Concordia New Seasons, Kennedy School, and the Hollywood District with it's library, theater, post office, and Trader Joe's.
* HOA Dues are $261/Month and includes water, laundry facilities, trash pickup, and recycling

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]]> 2062d78613cb71aa52f4ca05ec524899 Sacred Groves: Home for Rent in Existing Community - Posted 5/12/2011 http://nica.ic.org/postings/?action=view&posting_id=77
Available July 1: Charming log cabin, about 1000sq feet, perfect for a small family-$1000/mo. Another small cabin will be available this summer too--$600/mo. Photos and more description on our website.

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]]> 66a629f4248c089aff30c22fe6bb3aa5 Casa Hueso: Room for Rent in Existing Community - Posted 5/10/2011 http://nica.ic.org/postings/?action=view&posting_id=76
Do more than just rent a space, become part of a community, Casa Hueso!

Casa Hueso is an intentional collective house with an emphasis on building community through our home and treating those we actively live with like a family. We are NOT just interested in shared living
expenses, though we DO share food, rent, bills, house chores, and basic up-keeps costs.

We are working class, students, single mothers & amazing children, gender queers, folks of culture, activists, community organizers, artists, musicians, socially conscious people and we are looking for the same in a house mate.

Come join our Collective Home! we have a room opening the first of June. If your interested in living with a collective intention please contact us.

To apply send us a detailed description of yourself that answers the following:
Who are you and why do you want live at the Casa Hueso?
What do you seek to gain or how would you benefit from living at Casa
Hueso?

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]]> fbe3edbd870657bdfd093d87c9ddb3b4 Next to Walker Creek Community: Home for Rent in Existing Community - Posted 5/9/2011 http://nica.ic.org/postings/?action=view&posting_id=75
Our property is 20 acres with two homes; ours and our rental house (about 200 feet apart separated by trees). The available house is about 1400 square feet, straw bale in-fill construction, with a high-end off-grid solar system and automatic propane generator for backup. Though a unique design, there is nothing rustic about this home. 3 BR, 2 BA, and a small �den�, a large mature garden space, and huge private yard. Wood stove plus a central propane furnace. Surrounded by woods, year-round salmon creek and hiking trails nearby, tight-knit family-oriented neighborhood that does a lot of shared activities.

$1,050 per month rent plus you pay your own propane and mow your own yard. Possible trade for up to $100 per month for help with shared property maintenance. Prefer a small family or responsible couple. Cats and/or nice dog okay with deposit. Must have excellent references.

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]]> fcca7af80429d2f2c25ba331174f3357 Winslow Cohousing: Home for Sale in Existing Community - Posted 5/7/2011 http://nica.ic.org/postings/?action=view&posting_id=74

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]]> 445ed39cdbe9c519c77053831929b539 Blue Jay Lake Farm: Home for Rent in Existing Community - Posted 4/1/2011 http://nica.ic.org/postings/?action=view&posting_id=73
Blue Jay Lake Farm is located on Cortes Island, BC. The farm is nestled in Green Valley and includes 300 acres of surrounding forest and three lakes. These natural amenities allow us to be a self-sustaining, working farm that is off the grid. Our goal is to provide people with the opportunities and experiences to learn about organic farming and gardening, raising livestock, food preserving, and alternative energy.

We are primarily looking to share everything that this abundant and diverse property has to offer from the lakes to the hiking trails to our charming livestock and our amazing produce, but we are also interested in sharing the work that it takes to maintain the farm. We are looking for people who are enthusiastic, open, hard working and independent, and are able to work in collaboration with farm residents. There are many ongoing projects, however we have a new keen interest in learning about growing and threshing grains, cranberries, pressing our own oils, and collecting hydrogen for power.

There is always a variety of people staying and working on the farm from Wwoofers to apprentices to casual workers and families. We are very interested in individuals or families who would like to share what Blue Jay Lake Farm has to offer.

If you would like to find out more about Blue Jay Lake Farm you can visit our website at www.bluejaylakefarm.com

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]]> 72a7f314bfaa22632c800083e873ddfc none: Seek Members for Forming Community - Posted 2/11/2011 http://nica.ic.org/postings/?action=view&posting_id=71
There are three lots on the property, so there's the potential for a small intentional community.

I can live with an extendable lease-to-own option that may provide a path for someone who cannot qualify for a conventional mortgage.

It's a lovely place that I've put a lot of my soul into and would love to see flourish through others.

Here's a link with some information about the property: http://www.cordus.net/12806/index.htm

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]]> 737d2a3ce9398a72e585585bb18a6884 Clearwater Commons: Seek Members for Forming Community - Posted 5/10/2010 http://nica.ic.org/postings/?action=view&posting_id=54
The Clearwater Commons LLC began in 2006 when a group of families purchased a 7.4 acre site on North Creek, 11 miles north of Seattle�s city limits. The site includes wetlands, forest, garden space, and salmon-supporting creek habitat.

We begin construction of the first phase of homes in spring 2011 building 8 of 16 units. There is a mix of two and three-bedroom townhomes and single family homes. We have seven families who are members, and nine homes to sell.

The inspiration for this community grew from founding members involvement in The Clearwater School located across the street. Our shared experience with the school encourages us to allow the structures for community meetings, gatherings, and events to evolve through our daily interactions.

We�d be happy to answer any questions you may have, or meet to give you a tour of the land. You can also visit our website for ongoing updates and events.

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]]> 08c56a58da2321d068e7d025f0f04aa2 EcoReality Co-op: Home for Sale in Existing Community - Posted 3/27/2010 http://nica.ic.org/postings/?action=view&posting_id=52
NEW INFORMATION: We are adding a partner, and now need one more major partner to make us debt free! $350,000 will give you about 18% equity, and the ability to live in a lovely heritage farmhouse at a low monthly payment.

Contact Jan or Carol: +1 250.653.2024

Established organic farm co-op with two houses seeks a partner to help work the farm and live in one of the houses. This 43 acre property in growing zone 8+ features cleared, irrigated fields on Class 2 soil, two streams with water licenses on each, young forest, and easement to a 2 acre, 50 million litre reservoir on adjacent 61 acre community farmland.

3.6 deer fenced acres hold an expanding market garden and food trees. The other fields are currently in hay and pasture. Immediate farm income opportunities include goat dairy, garlic, market garden, and firewood, as well as biodiesel and other home businesses.

Two houses total nearly 4,200 sq ft. At the minimum investment level, you can live in the 1,500 sqft heritage farmhouse. Five bedrooms and open-plan dining/living area, kitchen, bath, and laundry. A useful wood cook stove and conventional range/oven. Wood floors and walls throughout.

At a higher investment level, the 2,700 sq ft modern tri-level features five bedrooms, three baths, large open-plan dining/living area with granite counters, a large recreation room, large laundry/storage room with shower, and two entryways. The ground floor could easily be converted to a private suite. NEW INFORMATION: our newest member-investor will be living in the private suite, which we are in the process of converting.

A multi-use outbuilding has a 40-person classroom, single-car, heated garage and a separate workshop.

Opportunity for collaboration includes revisiting our original plan to build 14 units of naturally-built housing for collaborative farmers who would help work this land and the adjoining 61 acre community farmland site. We have made a rezoning proposal to the local planning authorities (http://www.ecoreality.org/files/RezoningApplication.pdf), and have received some encouragement. This sort of development is supported by the island�s Official Community Plan and its elected officials, but it will involve several public meetings.

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]]> e9c93fd724dc4f4fc6e87edb0f7653a5 SoZoo: Room for Rent in Existing Community - Posted 9/18/2010 http://nica.ic.org/postings/?action=view&posting_id=68
I�m a 20-something gregarious, creative, go-getter female seeking Same to share spacious apartment (and big garage to convert into a workshop space). I've lived co-operatively and wish to continue. 'Perpetual potlucks' (not EVERY day) are part of my business, which you are welcome to join if it's a fit.

Your share: $650/month
Includes water and free built-in laundry facilities
Your room is 12x11 feet, has a 6 foot wide built-in closet (sliding doors running flush with the 11 foot wall on the right), and is in a quiet area with great privacy and a 6 foot wide window on the left, adjacent your closet.

N 47th St & Evanston Ave N
Bus 44, 358, & 5
A healthy climb from Fremont PCC and Sunday Market. A flatter ride from Greenlake PCC, Wallingford�s Wednesday and Phinney�s Friday markets. Very near Woodland Park.

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]]> 3825e3baf037dd764b77468c618341dc Holy Moly Farm: Seek Members for Forming Community - Posted 8/19/2010 http://nica.ic.org/postings/?action=view&posting_id=66
The place
We have a 5-bedroom house on 20 acres of prime farmland on the south end of Whidbey Island. The land is mostly rolling pastures, with several acres of old cedar and fir, some wetland and a creek. From the top of the land, you can see the Olympic Peninsula. Wildlife abounds, yet the land is just 10 minutes from the ferry and on the bus line.

The vision
We envision a small multi-generational community dedicated to sustainable living practices, with an emphasis on personal awareness, social solidarity, organic farming, natural building, renewable energy, inclusive decision-making, and a spirit of adventure. We are seeking 8-12 people with an interest in a long-term commitment as co-owners. We also have 2 rooms for rent in the farmhouse.

The people
We are three 50-somethings with diverse backgrounds in politics, farming, renewable energy, and cosmetology. One of us is a professor and the other two avoided universities like the plague. We share some meals, some spiritual practices, many ideals, and a small kitchen. And we laugh a lot.

If you sense that this budding community might be for you, email Karen at litfin@whidbey.net or Raven at ravenshair@gmail.com. Please tell us a bit about yourself & what you are looking for.

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]]> a64a005254df01f1e9d33c8269984644 Sharingwood: Home for Rent in Existing Community - Posted 7/13/2010 http://nica.ic.org/postings/?action=view&posting_id=64
Community amenities--Access to a community store, occasional meals and potlucks, 20 acres of protected wooded greenbelt surrounding the houses, playgrounds, a community garden and greenhouse.

This one-bedroom apartment is backed up to a lavish garden and greenbelt. It has a covered outdoor area with electricity�perfect for a potting wheel. It is surrounded by outdoor living areas, including a patio and a garden sitting area.

Rent-$750 monthly includes utilities (dependent on usage). $50 community assessment monthly. Security deposit and background check fees.

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]]> 354201318c4100281ccbed1ba764862e Eloin: Seek Members for Forming Community - Posted 6/29/2010 http://nica.ic.org/postings/?action=view&posting_id=63 We are a spiritual community, vegetarian, no drug, tobacco or alcohol. We live off grid, with agriculture as our base. Our land is in the forest mountains outside Ashland, Oregon. We are composed of men and women and families. For more information or to visit, please email.

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]]> fd50b65d35bb5c62d3446ca2c871ce31 Ravenna Kibbutz: Room for Rent in Existing Community - Posted 6/25/2010 http://nica.ic.org/postings/?action=view&posting_id=62
What is the Ravenna Kibbutz?

An intentional community. A co-op. An urban kibbutz. A neo-shtetl. An insurgent new neighborhood. A non-denominational gathering place. An intimate venue dedicated to Jewish culture. A great place to live and hang out! Please read more about us here: http://www.ravennakibbutz.org/about

A video of the room: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9yAt-0kiOtM

A spacious master bedroom suite room with lots of light is available on the Kibbutz now! There's plenty of room for large bed and a couch or a desk, even. Two full-size closets, in-suite bathroom. hardwood floors, windows facing into a beautiful courtyard and side yard. The house is a beautiful one-story, hardwood floors throughout, a modern kitchen with granite countertops, gas fireplace, spacious living room and there's even a large meditation/dance space! Included are three great housemates and an intentional community/co-op, which consists of two other houses and two apartments within sugar-borrowing distance (on the same block), please read more about us at the website listed above.

Located near the University of Washington as well as several major bus lines (71, 68, 48, etc.) Walk to Ravenna Park, local community center, restaurants and shops. Rent varies from $850-920 or lower, depending on your level of organizing involvement. No pets.

The room is available August 1st through the end of December, which is when the lease ends. It's possible that the lease may be renewed or become month-to-month.

If you're interested and want more information, please email us. You are also encouraged to fill out our application: http://www.ravennakibbutz.org/application

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]]> 40d729ed0194ec42204b0b639d155daa Thornton Creek Cohousing Association: Home for Sale in Existing Community - Posted 6/7/2010 http://nica.ic.org/postings/?action=view&posting_id=59
This community seeks people like-minded people, interested in environmental stewardship and social justice.

Dues are $118/month plus shared utilities. Water and electricity separate. Asking price: $199, 900.

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]]> 795a2bab2a30be64eb7c9db9a33c448a unknown: Home for Rent in Existing Community - Posted 5/27/2010 http://nica.ic.org/postings/?action=view&posting_id=56
I am a 39 year old mother with pc, landscaping/gardening, lay carpentry skills. I and my 12 year old son and looking for inexpensive lodging with progressively minded people. Have a small monthly allowance and willing to trade labor as well. Thanks!

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]]> 6d86ffd1f6204b97cd4fe63030a7eec2 Woolley Mammoth: Seek Members for Forming Community - Posted 5/18/2010 http://nica.ic.org/postings/?action=view&posting_id=55

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]]> fa531a8588a1f21770afa8e1bd384af6 Self-Reliant Intentional Community in Southern Oregon Seeking Stakeholders and Collaborators: Seek Members for Forming C... http://nica.ic.org/postings/?action=view&posting_id=51
We have the opportunity for a shared-ownership on some very in-expensive 11 to 20 acre properties in Southern Oregon about 10 minutes from Bly oregon, 1 hour from klamath falls oregon, and about 10 hours from Seattle.

The 11 acre property is southward sloping towards a creek. A state bike trail divides the acreage. There's about 7 acres flat bare to the north and about 4 acres with pine trees sloped and stoney southward towards the creek. A creek runs about 100 ft south of the property border. Fremont national forest is a couple hundred feet from the property line. Water is about 65 feet down.

The 20 acre is flatter with pine trees. Water is also about 65 feet down.

Cost for ownership is approximately $1000 per acre. I only want about 2-5 acres for myself. We would find shared owners for the remaining balance of acreage. Drilling wells for water (water is about 65 feet down).
Purpose of the shared land:
residing, living simply off the land and closer to nature
investment for future
avoid paying rent or mortgages
working collectively to make decisions, possibly share meals
working together to build simple homes/cabins
fostering community among members

Possible ideas:
solar well pump for central bath/water supply
building with local materials of stone for floors and foundations
sunken vegetable beds
shared meditation/yoga room
shared audio-video media center with highspeed internet

What's expected of you:
Initial investment for your portion of land ownership $1000-5000 for rights to 1 to 5 acres. Then be involved in the effort of drilling (purchasing carbide/diamond drillbit , welding up drilling rig, water tank). Help with surveying, building some stone foundations and small walls, possibly a central bathing/shower and water center (maybe even small pool if very eager). Help with costs of cement and possibly transportation with truck. Digging of sunken vegetable garden beds, soil enrichment, nursery. Possible recruiting of other like-minded homesteaders who can help in the effort at hand. Paying your portion of the taxes at about $5-$25 per year (almost nothing).

If you are interested in becoming a shared owner for approximately $1000/acre and living simply in the high pines then please email with questions and let's meet to discuss this. 1 to 5 acres investment preferred so that we are all equal owners. There is the potential for dividing the lot into 5 acre pieces at a later time or if you wish to sell.

You can see location of the property on Bing at: http://www.bing.com/maps/default.aspx?v=2.00&&cp=42.598374846500555~-120.9102376922965&lvl=10&sty=r&rtp=pos.42.454805597662926_-121.50409385561943_Sprague%20River%2C%20OR___e_~pos.42.695625722408295_-121.12627789378166_near%20Yellow%20Pine%20Rd%2C%20Chiloquin%2C%20Oregon%2097624%2C%20United%20States___a_&rtop=0~0~0~&encType=1

Note, the bing map doesnt adequately show the property. See below photo for approximate lot and borders. See photos on the soon-to-be website. There's a plat map we can look at if you are serious.

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]]> 17b69b9e1e08a30c22a1b730f0b1f9e1 Friendly Haven Rise Farm Ecovillage: Seek Members for Forming Community - Posted 3/1/2010 http://nica.ic.org/postings/?action=view&posting_id=49
We hope to find folks familiar with Rudolf Steiner's biodynamic farming, community building, permaculture, and who love nature, gardening and healthy food. Price range is $100,000 to $195,000. We may be able to finance part of that. More info and photos on our website. This gorgeous century old farm is blessed with peace and kindness.

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]]> 0cebd3fdb5410a48614e8291ba131b38 any: Room for Rent in Existing Community - Posted 2/28/2010 http://nica.ic.org/postings/?action=view&posting_id=48

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]]> 8c45e39d9698865f26ba088d6837d0b1 Stone Circle Community: Seek Members for Forming Community - Posted 2/21/2010 http://nica.ic.org/postings/?action=view&posting_id=47
�To share a lifestyle with others who make personal and spiritual growth a priority
�To live in an earth friendly, healthful, inspiring rural setting outside of city limits
�To cooperate with others in endeavors that will make all of our lives more connected, supported and joyful
�To share certain resources among members (and possibly with people outside the community)
�To live in harmony with the environment, aiming to create sustainable living systems
�To inspire and support creativity and play
�To build community-based cottage industry or businesses in order to support community members and general SCC needs (property, etc.), financially
�To actively contribute to the well-being of others outside the community
�To explore community-based living as an alternative to isolation in our society

AT PRESENT we are 3 adults over the age of 50. However, we welcome families, single folks, etc. For more information email us through the contact information.

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]]> 620ceaef7263d5ac66ab089e60cc6060 The P-Patch House: Room for Rent in Existing Community - Posted 2/6/2010 http://nica.ic.org/postings/?action=view&posting_id=43
our house is in the University District, cusping Wallingford and Lake Union.

we have one available room right now, in a nine bedroom house. rent comes to $380 plus around $50/month in utilities.

we are students, gardeners, cookers, musicians, artists, activists, authors, and scientists.

the house is a three story place, with common space in the living room and kitchen, and three bathrooms.

our current lease will not allow for any cats or dogs.

we share a piano, and a garden, and many meals, too. there are optional time and money commitments on these projects.

please get in touch to find out more!

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]]> 48b93158c78ccd8653a9181da65d5e43 Wingspan Farm: Home for Rent in Existing Community - Posted 2/9/2010 http://nica.ic.org/postings/?action=view&posting_id=44

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]]> fb0e9cb64e2eddc805397d0546fcf386 Bright Morning Star: Room for Rent in Existing Community - Posted 12/21/2009 http://nica.ic.org/postings/?action=view&posting_id=42
Would you like to be part of a well-organized, family style, diverse, lgbtq-friendly and inclusive community? BRIGHT MORNING STAR is a six-member Greenwood household with a mix of professionals, academics, activists, musicians, and poets (sometimes all of the above!). We share housework, take turns going food shopping and cooking dinner, and we pitch in and help each other, whether putting away the groceries or healing a broken heart. As well as shared meals, the co-op provides basic telephone service and Internet access in each room, and a clothes washer and dryer. We now have Solar Hot Water, which has lowered our gas bill by up to 80% since last year! We have on-street parking, secure indoor bicycle storage, and convenient bus access to both the U-District and downtown. The monthly cost includes mostly vegetarian, mostly organic food. 206-782-9305. No drugs, kegs, smoking or pets. Joining our household involves in-person interviews and a consensus process

Current members age range 31-63:

-Grace: radical lesbian feminist Jewish witch MSW student
-Jonathan: male, eco-librarian, social justice activist, folk singer
-Rosy: female, singer, nonviolence trainer, mediator, hiker, bicyclist
-Mary: female, poet/songwriter, crossword and reading enthusiast, grandma in waiting,
-Tafari: male, poet, performer, personal trainer

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]]> db24ed09ff621a9c04a9558a43879bc0 Swanscall: Room for Rent in Existing Community - Posted 12/2/2009 http://nica.ic.org/postings/?action=view&posting_id=41

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]]> 6b8b35786a42abd94d847fadb15bfb9f Sacred Groves: Room for Rent in Existing Community - Posted 11/18/2009 http://nica.ic.org/postings/?action=view&posting_id=40
One of our charming round cabin/yurts is available for new resident(s) as of December 1st. The cabin is short walk from our Round House where bathroom, kitchen, laundry and living room are located. You can see photos of our lifestyle here and the kinds of ceremonies, classes, and events that happen here on our website.

Rent is $600/month plus $125/month per person for utilities and a community fee. An additional $150/month buys into our community kitchen stocked with natural, organic foods.

For more Info including contacts see: http://nica.ic.org/postings/?action=view&posting_id=40

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]]> 7ed3a7c404e71a14fba14faea7b7b901 Songaia Cohousing: Room for Rent in Existing Community - Posted 10/30/2009 http://nica.ic.org/postings/?action=view&posting_id=37 A Songaia Cohousing studio daylight basement with a kitchenette, a � bath and private entrance. Gas heat and water heat. Whole-house air filter.
No cost washers and dryers available for community use in the Common House.
One assigned uncovered parking space.

Community is close to bus lines.
Tenant will have the option of participating in the community's food Program.
References required.

Rent - $655, Deposit $275, Renter�s Fee $25
Price Notes
Basic utilities included. Not included are telephone, cable TV. Deposit $275
refundable upon completion of the lease if no damage is done to the unit or the property and both are left clean. Full month's rent due upon move-in - second month's rent pro-rated depending on move-in date.

Renter's fee of $25 per month payable to Cohousing community not to landlord.

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