By Jaipriya K S, Content Writer, Homes India

Rise of Coliving - Neighborhood Lifestyle in an Isolated World

Let’s picture this: you’ve moved to Bengaluru for your new job, or be it Pune, Hyderabad, Gurgaon, or Pune. You are going through tight deadlines in the office, heavy traffic on roads, and your mobile flooded with notifications from food delivery apps – But still! despite your heart habituated to hustle and bustle life, you feel something missing, a feeling of living in a home away from home. The place, the vibe, the aura where you know your neighbors’ names, share gossip after hectic work or cook with friends on a lazy day.

Yes, for many Gen Zs living in urban cities, this is the sad reality – Digitally connected, but emotionally distant. And that’s where coliving enters!

What’s igniting the Trend?

In India, living isn’t just for students. The largest demographic includes, young working professionals shuffling for jobs, freelancers and startup founders who need co-working and co-living options, work from workers exploring diverse cities, NRI returnees and emigrates looking for seamless and hassle-free accommodation, and divorced or newly separated adults searching for transitional housing options. Choosing Coliving has become a go-to choice for anyone who values affordability, ease, and association in their living space. It's fast becoming the go-to choice for anyone who values ease, affordability, and connection in their living space.

Why is Coliving gaining momentum in India?

Affordability in Highly Demanded Areas

In the prime cities of India like Bengaluru, Delhi, Hyderabad, and Mumbai, finding a safe, clean, and well-maintained and located place to stay under our budget is like searching for a grain in the beach sand. Solving this issue with smart solutions, the coliving space companies like Stanza Living, Zolo, HelloWorld, Settl, HelloWorld Harmony, CoLive, Renaissance Living Spaces, Union Living, RentMyStay, CoFynd, and many others are exhibiting unwavering efforts in this space. Through opting for single all-inclusive rent, residents can enjoy fully furnished rooms, laundry services, Wi-Fi, housekeeping, access to shared amenities, and laundry services, that too in highly-demanded areas close to tech parks, social hubs, and social hubs.

Choosing Togetherness over Loneliness

In the age of having a completely digital connection replacing face-to-face interactions, coliving presents a refreshing remedy to get over isolation. Contrasting to isolated apartments, coliving spaces encourage social interactions through shared spaces like game areas, common lounges, common kitchens, and even a community like movie nights, collaborating meetups, yoga sessions, and group dinners. It helps the residents build a vibrant and nurtured environment, a major attraction for millennials keen on social experiences and shared values.

Tech-driven Comfort for Connected Living

The modern coliving spaces are intentionally designed with tech integration, presenting tech-driven features like dedicated mobile apps for rental payments, digital community boards, smart security systems, and 24/7 support. These tech-savvy solutions perfectly cater to the unique needs and preferences of this digitally connected generation. Additionally, something the new generation and their families deeply value is ensuring peace of mind. Understanding this, coliving spaces offer solutions like round-the-clock security, biometric access, CCTV surveillance, and specialized property management.

Flexible Rental Agreements

GenZs hate being tied down with something and coliving caters to that. Regardless of the traditional rentals with inflexible 11-month or more agreements, coliving provides flexible loan duration with attractive options to renew, pause, and shift the properties with utmost ease. This flexibility in leasing is ideal for short-time interns, performers, entrepreneurs, or those who often travel for work. This presents a sense of adaptability and freedom which is essential in today’s fast-paced world.

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