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More and more people learn about coliving with each passing day. But what kind of person chooses to live in a coliving space? That question has a simple answer: all kinds of people!

Here at Common, we see this huge diversity firsthand. Our members are folks from all walks of life who love Common’s beautiful shared spaces, vibrant neighborhood locations, helpful amenities, and the way we make city living more affordable than ever. Here on our blog, we’ll feature interviews with Common members from all over the country, so you can get to know your current (or future) housemates. Whether you’re an artist, a designer, a chef, or an engineer, you’ll find people in this community who inspire you.

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How Reuben’s apartment search was simplified with Common

Searching for the perfect apartment can be time-consuming and stressful, and Reuben didn’t have all the time in the world — he only had two weeks.

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How Common helped Nathan create lifelong friendships in a new city

Making friends and creating a community can be hard, especially when you move to a new city — luckily Nathan found Common.

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Meet a D.C. member: Delbria, a Senior Policy Associate in Shaw

Despite COVID-19 restrictions, Delbria still loves living and working in DC. Read more about her favorite spots here.

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Day in the life of an international student couple: Camilo and Nicole in NYC

What’s it like living in NYC as an international student? Read more about how Camilo and Nicole found their home at Common.

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Meet a Philly member: Janine, an at-home-care nurse in Fairmount

Janine has loved living in Philly since 2004 but decided to give coliving a try in 2020.

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Brooklyn to Oakland: how Robb moved during the pandemic

Robb had a thriving life in Brooklyn, but still felt called to the West Coast. Read about how he transferred his lease to Oakland during the pandemic.