Sustainable Community Living in Kamloops
Invest and Live in a Beautiful, Award-Winning House

What is RareBirds Housing Co-operative?

EQUITY HOUSING CO-OP

We have six equal shares in the full value of our property and house and share equally the other costs of living together

INTENTIONAL COMMUNITY

Our inclusive community life includes consensus decision-making, circles practices, conflict resolution guidelines and respectful listening

ECO-FRIENDLY HOUSE

We live in a beautiful, eco-friendly 6,000 sq ft house with breathtaking views near downtown Kamloops and Thompson Rivers University.

We are Selling Investment Shares  

  • Each share is worth $225,000 CAD
  • Each shareholder owns 1/6th of the house and property
  • Each shareholder lives in one of the 6 suites
  • Shareholders share in the house expenses
  • The RareBirds welcome singles and couples of all ages and backgrounds who hold a deep set of values regarding sustainability and sharing of resources

Property FAQ

6,000 SQUARE FOOT HOUSE

Built in 2014, we have 6 large suites for shareholders, each with a bedroom, full bathroom, large closet, and sitting area. The house also includes an expansive common kitchen, dining and living room, pantry, laundry room, storage, guest bathrooms, multi-functional spaces, and guest spaces.

SUSTAINABLE LIVING

​With 27 solar panels, a solar hot water system, and a heat recovery ventilation system, our house and community are designed to lessen our environmental footprint. We have a large garden and are recognized by the Global Ecovillage Network as an eco-community project.

AWARD-WINNING HOUSE

The Canadian Home Builders awarded RareBirds with 3 Keystone Awards for Best Multi-Family Development, Best House Design, and the FortisBC Award for Building Energy Efficiency.

NEAR DOWNTOWN KAMLOOPS

Our beautiful house has breathtaking views of the Thompson River and is a 15 minute walk to downtown Kamloops and the Thompson Rivers University

Next Steps

If you are considering this opportunity to invest and live in the RareBirds Housing Co-operative, here are a few steps we recommend in helping you discern whether this opportunity is the best one for you:
  • Schedule a phone or video call to speak with one of our shareholders
  • Book a tour to see the house and property, and share an evening dinner
  • Book a short-term stay in the house to experience the lifestyle