Common Equity Housing Ltd (CEHL) is Australia’s largest provider of co-operative housing. We provide appropriate, secure and affordable housing and foster rental housing co-operatives to thrive so that more Victorians experience the dignity of a home in a community guided by the seven international cooperative principles.
With a portfolio of more than 2000 properties, managed by 90+ housing co-operatives, we provide local and national co-operative housing sector leadership and advocacy to deliver positive solutions to the housing affordability crisis.
Our values
We are responsible
We take pride in what we do, we are responsible for our actions.
We make and support business decisions through informed experience and good judgement.
We make a difference
Our history informs our future, we learn and adapt.
We believe that meaningful change comes from looking at challenges and opportunities from new angles.
We work together
We work together to achieve a positive impact in our community.
We share perspectives, concerns and information to create considered solutions in the work we do.
We care for one another
We treat everyone with care and value their contribution.
We build trust and understanding through open and honest interaction with our team members, stakeholders and associates.
What is co-op housing?
A housing co-operative is a community of people who work together to meet their housing needs.
