Prairie Hill Cohousing

Prairie Hill Cohousing We have built a multi-generational cohousing community with small sustainable homes and community gardens—just a mile and a half from downtown Iowa City.

We are a group of folks who have created a new housing alternative in Iowa City, based on the "cohousing" model which started in Denmark and has now spread worldwide. There are hundreds of cohousing communities in the U.S, Canada, Australia, Sweden, New Zealand, the Netherlands, Germany, France, Belgium, Austria, and now right here in Iowa City! Our History:
A group of local Iowa City folks starte

d meeting in 2009 to explore alternatives to traditional housing arrangements. All of us shared an interest in living in a community that reflects our values that allow us to reap the benefits of community life and still retain privacy. After a lot of reading and discussion, field trips, and consultation, we found the Danish cohousing model incorporated just about everything we were looking for:
• A multi-generational community
• Social and economic diversity
• Community and privacy
• Green buildings with a small carbon footprint
• Jointly-owned common spaces with shared resources
• Emphasis on alternative transportation
Our vision became a reality:
We are now a community of 28 eco-friendly residences clustered along sociable, pedestrian-only outdoor spaces, within a short walk of community gardens and green spaces. Each household has a private kitchen as well as access to shared facilities in a Common House with a large kitchen and dining area where before Covid-19 we could cook together and share meals at least once a week. Even during the pandemic, we are finding ways to stay in community through Zoom and outdoor visiting and tending the gardens. We also enjoy our workshop where we can swap tools and talents. Where we are today:
We have 7 acres of residential buildings and gardens with a view, located on the west side of the river just a mile and a half from downtown Iowa City, within walking/biking distance to the University of Iowa campus. The site is near city and university bus stops. We are working on designing our final two buildings that will accommodate 9 additional units. Contact Val Bowman at 916-751-9188 for more information about what's currently available or for a tour!

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What a fantastic undertaking!
07/09/2026

What a fantastic undertaking!

In Indianapolis, a former women’s prison is up for bid, and community member Greg Buck has a vision to transform it into an ecovillage. His mission is pro-human, pro-nature, sustainable infrastructure that supports the needs of the community, including a daycare, a thrift shop, and a bike shop that would reduce car dependency in the area. Sign Greg's petition today and help make this Indianapolis ecovillage a reality. 💚

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CNN names Iowa City in its top 10 "Best Towns!
07/02/2026

CNN names Iowa City in its top 10 "Best Towns!

Iowa City has become the engine room of literary America, pulsing out authors on an almost industrial scale. But books are far from the only reason to visit.

Open Gardens Weekend in Iowa City: our community is featured!
06/11/2026

Open Gardens Weekend in Iowa City: our community is featured!

June 27-28 Saturday evening 4 pm-8 pm Sunday morning 10 am-2 pm FREE Admission, NO Tickets Necessary! FREE Open Gardens Maps are available during the event at the Open Gardens Weekend HQ: Ashton House, 820 Park Road, Iowa City (click for Google map) Visit HQ for: garden maps, directions, restrooms,....

This is where we live. Come join us, socializing and gardening together.https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1Cqwkig326/
06/01/2026

This is where we live. Come join us, socializing and gardening together.
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Welcome to Iowa's only cohousing community.🔑
Yes, you read that right - there's truly nothing else like it around here! Here's why... 🌿
Nestled on 7.8 acres in the heart of Iowa City, 156 Prairie Hill Ln is minutes from downtown, restaurants, Kinnick Stadium, grocery stores, and easy highway access — while living in a place that feels like a world of its own.
The community amenities are where this place really shines. A shared community center with seating for 55, a commercial kitchen, exercise room, rec room, guest suites, a business center, community workshop, EV charging stations, community garden with personal plots, and an HOA that handles landscaping, snow removal, and more.
All you have to do is show up and enjoy it. 🏡✨
📲 Reach out to Channing Smith to learn more about this one-of-a-kind opportunity in Iowa City!
👀 See the full listing here: https://bit.ly/156-Prairie-Hill-Ln-ENCOMPASS
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☎️ 319-775-0463
✉️ [email protected]
🌐 encompass.kw.com

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140 Prairie Hill Lane
Iowa City, IA
52246

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(319) 569-1004

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