Hong Kong is known for being one of the world’s least affordable places to live, both for renting and buying a flat. It was just a matter of time until co-living spaces started flourising in Hong Kong too, as a natural answer for the accomodation and loneliness problem that young people face too in this mega city.
Co living, that is sharing a living space and related activities by people with similar interests, is increasing in popularity, especially among millennials and generation Z.
This shared way of living is becoming really popular in metropolis like London, Hong Kong, New York, Paris, San Francisco and so on.
Why? It’s because young people (mostly Gen Zs and Millenials) prefer co living communities to living on their own or flat sharing, mainly to lower their cost of living, be a part of a like-minded community, for personal and professional growth, and combat loneliness, among other factors. It is also true that it’s getting more and more difficult for young people to get on the property ladder, so instead of buying, they rent due to this circumstances.
If you are thinking to move to Hong Kong and are a young single professional looking for networking and a great experience, then we strongly recommend you try a co living space to push away anexiety and connect immediately with like minded people.
We’ve put together the best communal living spaces Hong Kong has to offer. Checkout the options you have below and hopefully you’ ll find the right one for you
Best co living spaces in Hong Kong
Hong King is widely known for its high cost of living and lack of space and hence, coliving spaces provide a great alternative to live cost effectively in this vibrant city. You can find a comfortable fully equipped covling space for around $1,500 USD a month, but the prices vary, especially based on the type of accommodation within the co living communities and also the location. Our list of the best co-living spaces in Hong Kong below has prices starting from aproximately $1,100USD a month.
We have chosen the best co living spaces in Hong Kong based on;
- Monthly costs and services with a focus on comforts and hassle-free living.
- Community and fun events.
- Digital nomad and remote worker-friendly atmosphere.
- Location, convenience, and the flexibility of stay terms.
With their 3 locations in Say Ying Pun, Jordan and Soho West their mission is to transform the current housing model which is isolating and archaic into a flexible and community-driven experience for today. They proud themselves with creating a convenient, comfortable, and connected space with everything you need to live, work and play.
According to the Commune Share team, the communal space are designed to help people live happier, more content lives, learning and growing as part of a supportive community.
Some of the rooms look quite big for Hong Kong which is a great thing, but we suggest asking about the room size in square feet and for extra pictures.
They currently have the fourth one under construction in Kennedy Town so expect that location to be opened soon.
Type of rooms in Commune Share Co living
The price for a room starts at $1,050 USD in their Say Ying Pun location just to give an example. Prices vary a lot depending on location and flat type and lease length periods so make sure you talk to them about all these before booking to get an accurate offer.
- Large delux
- Single private
- Queen private
Amenities included at Commune Share Hong Kong
- Fully furnished rooms
- Communal kitchen
- Provide eco self care products
- Transfer to other locations in the network
- Free on site laundry
- Maintenance included in price
- Weekly cleaning included in price
- Utilities and high speed internet included
Commune Share Hong Kong (Jordan Location)
Commune brings in their homes people from different age groups and backgrounds together and try to create a place for people to connect. The idea is that younger and older people live together in supportive communities, where the needs of both groups are acknowledged and met.
They see this as a good opportunity to redefine how people live considering 70% of the world population will be living in the city in 2030. In orders to house 1.2 billion more people, they see more household sharing more goods and services then ever before, such as kitchen, living room, car etc. we refer to this sharing as Co living. (community living).
Located in Tsuen Wan, Commune Castle Peak offers 48 tastefully designed co-living spaces with stunning sea views that comes only with 4 bedspaces (unfortunately for the privacy seeking nomads). All of the 450 sq ft rooms are equipped with bathroom, fitted kitchenette, designer refrigerator, free Wi-Fi Internet access, 24-hour reception and other amenities such as a blackboard and multi-function table.
Future Affordable and Liveable Share Housing in Hong Kong | Multiple Generations under One Roof"
The Commune Castle Peak strives to create a convenient, comfortable, and connected space with everything you need to live, work and play.
Their mission is to transform the rigid and isolating housing model of yesterday into a flexible and community-driven experience for today.
The Commune design team has optimised the interior layout and give the old building an updated, in order to tailor to the Morden need. So that the living members can enjoyed highly quality space and facilities , whilst paying less.
Weave Living is Asia Pacific’s leading owner/developer/operator of rental accommodation.
They offer fully furnished, move-in-ready homes with all-inclusive rates and flexible lease terms. One of their goals is to create hassle-free city living for all the residents.
The flat in Weaves Co living (all the types of flats below) are move-in ready and fully furnished with design-forward furniture and appliances, a 5-star-hotel-quality bed, and generous storage. There is a lot of leasing flexibility with terms ranging from short-stay to really long stays, at a price that includes all utilities, high-speed WiFi, and a smart TV – installed and waiting for when you move in.
Weave Living even has an app that lets you schedule maintenance and optional housekeeping services if they’re ever needed, and keeps you informed of events and activities.
Warburg Pincus invested $418M USD in the company, to focus on real estate acquisition and co living operations. Today it runs three buildings in Hong Kong and it has recently announced plans to enter in Singapore.
Type of rooms in Weave Living
Weave has a very interesting business model where they offer residences and their amenities based on 3 different segments of clients.
Weave Studios – the real coliving part of the business which is build with a community in mind are located in 3 central areas. Olympic, Prince Edward and and Hung Hom.
The location in the Olympic area, the building has 193 homes. It’s an easy walk to 2 MTR stations, a minibus stop right outside, and the neighborhood has plenty of eating, drinking and a big shopping mall. It has the largest shared spaces and outdoor terrace of all the Weave properties.
Hung Hom has 95 homes. It’s close to 3 MTR stations and the Cross-Harbour bus terminal. The area has plenty of eateries and is near Polytechnic University, which students can walk to class. There’s a BBQ terrace, and the rooftop overlooks Victoria Harbour.
And lastly, the Prince Edward location which has 160 homes. Right next to Prince Edward MTR station, there’s easy access to City University and Baptist University. It is in the heart of Kowloon. Enjoy BBQ on the rooftop overlooking Lion Rock, a Hong Kong landmark.
Weave Suites- All our homes are move-in ready, with shared spaces and services immediately available.
Weave Suites are a combination of the Weave Studios’ ready-made social life, the Weave Residences’ self-contained privacy, and housekeeping services for the ultimate in convenience. These fully serviced apartments are complemented with over 3,000 square feet of shared spaces, including kitchen, living room, workspace, and gym. They’re perfect for singles and couples who want to live a premium life.
Weave Residences – Mid-Levels has 48 homes. In this affluent residential area on Hong Kong Island, you are surrounded by everything you need for the good life. You’re close to Central and Admiralty, equally close to nature, and you have panoramic views of Victoria Harbour.
Dash Living is Asia Pacific’s new generation of rental solution in Hong Kong, Singapore, Tokyo, and Sydney.
Located in the heart of Mong Kok, Dash Coliving Argyle is a serviced apartment that features 36 beautifully designed ensuite units with full height windows, interior design & decor with custom furniture, and an exclusive tenant’s club to come – encompassing a full level with additional open-air spaces. With Dash’s signature fully serviced, all-inclusive hassle-free living, and 40+ tenant perks, Dash Co living Argyle is the place to be for an elevated co living experience.
Dash Co living Argyle is located at the heart of Mong Kok, one of the most bustling neighborhoods in West Kowloon. We are just 1 minute from MTR and within stone-throw distance to eatery, supermarket, gym, bank, cinema, and everything you need to maximize a quintessential Hong Kong city lifestyle.
By creating beautiful spaces in bustling neighbourhoods in Hong Kong and Singapore, Dash Living has become the new generation of renting for urban professionals and travellers.
In this coliving, you can enjoy the service & hardware of a premium serviced apartment with your private living space & bathroom, while having a choice to mingle down at the co living tenants’ club.
With Dash Coliving, you can choose to rent short or long term thanks to their flexible rates and length of contract.
Rates start from $2,183 USD/month and it depends on the length of the stay and type of room. It’s worth noting it’s more expensive than other co living spaces in Hong Kong but the space is bigger and quality is higher.
Backed by MindWorks Ventures, Grosvenor, Taronga Ventures, and more, Dash Living’s mission is to create a global accommodation community through sharing economies, tech, and unique tenant experiences, empowering discerning urban professionals to live and thrive in the most expensive cities in the world.
Amenities and services included at Dash Co Living
With multiple spaces available across Hong Kong, you use their search engine and find apartments by area, home type, length of stay and price to narrow down your idea (most likely small) flat.
Spaces vary from rooms in shared houses to single-occupancy studios, but all-inclusive membership plans include a fully furnished home, utilities, unlimited wifi, weekly cleaning, maintenance, access to community events and the assistance of Community Managers.
In 2018 Hmlet acquired Hong Kong operator We r Urban, and established its base in the city. Having started in Singapore, Hmlet today has presence in Hong Kong, Australia and Japan, making it the Asia-Pacific leader in coliving. More recently, it expanded beyond co living, with a furniture service and listing platform.
Hmlet was born out of a simple belief: that people should be free to live more and do more. And when it comes to a place where you can always be your best self in… well, there’s nowhere like home.
Cool and comfortable, The Nate might be the place that you would call home in Hong Kong.
Being located just a couple of minutes away from the Jordan MTR station, this shared home appeals to different needs by offering various types of serviced apartments sized between 125 sq ft to 260 sq ft. Best of all, every room here comes with a private bathroom, a safe and a fridge.
They offer different types of room from small studios to big ones and even rooms with balconies.
Under its all-inclusive monthly rent, residents not only have full access to all utilities and communal areas but can also enjoy a whole host of added benefits, such as discounts at gyms and restaurants. Plus, The Nate is one of the few co-living properties in town that offers pet-friendly studios. And this is probably another reason to consider Nate as well if you’ve got a furry friend.
The Nate can be an ideal place for digital nomads travelling in South East Asia and wanting to experiment this phenomenal city in Asia.
Amenities and services included at Nate CoLiving
The Nate offers flexible studios for rent, minimum commitment of 1 month. Move in any time by booking for your serviced studio online.
The co living comany is located in Tsim Sha Tsui, Hong Kong which is the ultimate shoppers’ paradise, foodie haven and home to some of Hong Kong’s major attractions. Quick access to the Tsim Sha Tsui or Jordan MTR means you can get to Admiralty and Central in 10 minutes.
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First tier cities are often accompanied by first tier housing prices. Owl Square Co-living’s mission is to reshape housing in Hong Kong by providing simple, affordable, and convenient living spaces. Owl Square Co-living’s professional management and maintenance team offers a one-stop service, for both landlords and tenants, transforming older buildings into newly renovated and modern spaces that come fully furnished. They also have a dedicated customer service and maintenance team to address specific matters, along with cleaning and point-to-point-delivery laundry service. Owl Square directs their business efforts toward developing a new and hassle-free property management model between landlords and tenants in Hong Kong and beyond. The company operates more like an airbnb for rooms or entire flats rather due to their big portfolio rather than one single coliving brand.
All furniture is sourced from high quality manufacturers from both Europe and Asia. The rooms design provides a minimalist style, while maintaining great functionality and saving as much space as possible.
They have at least 10 locations and numerous flats that can appeal to different styles of living and price ranges.
Prices start from aprox. $1,400/month and go much higher depending on the size and location of the flat.
With Owl Square the community aspect is almost non existent because the company operates more like a rental service than a co living per se.
8. Oootopia Co Living
Ootopia is probably one of the chicest and coolest co living in Hong Kong. They have currently 3 locations across Hong Kong, all of them close to transport and situated in very popular areas of the city – West, Kai Tak and Tak Kok Tsui. All their locations are all beautifully designed for their members to enjoy the room and the community feel.
It comfort of a serviced apartment with the community elements of co-living, Oootopia is a serviced residence that provides flexible term rentals with well-designed rooms and living spaces to tick all the boxes for the modern working individual.
The communal spaces and amenities are unique to each location and are designed to encourage interaction among residents.
Oootopia prides to offer a refreshed way of living in an urban setting. Each location is uniquely designed to create the perfect living space for the modern working individual.
At Oootopia, we value maintaining a close-knit community of like-minded individuals. Many of the connections you’ll make with your fellow Oootopians would extend beyond your stay with us!
A concierge service is present for the residents, and the company even has an Oootopia mobile app that provides a fully automated move-in experience, promising a seamless transition to living at Oootopia.
The company does organize events for its memebers to keep them busy, connected and entertained.
Co-living start-up Slash Living offers multi-functional housing that combines living, sharing and community for young professionals and students. Striving to create a space that connects individuals in a multitude of ways, the Slash common area features a reading and games area, a fully-equipped pantry, a balcony area and more. Both private and shared rooms are available, complete with 24-hour CCTV, regular cleaning and high-speed wifi.
They hold regular gatherings for their community, career events and drinks nights for the memebers.
Why people choose co-living in big cities vs classic flat shares
Most big cities such as Hong Kong are quite expensive, and hence people prefer coliving communities to lower their cost of living. Co living spaces are all-inclusive with utilities and services such as cleaning, giving members certainty of their monthly cost of living, and eliminating the hassle of bill payments. Services such as cleaning may not be affordable when flat sharing in an expensive city.
Co living spaces are generally in convenient and prime locations of big cities offering easy access to key places. These locations can also be extremely expensive to rent flats in.
Living alone in a big city, such as apartment coliving inHong Kong can get very lonely. “The Loneliness and Workplace” Report by Cigna in 2020 show that around eight in 10 gen Zers and seven in 10 millennials are lonely, based on 10,000 surveyed adults in the United States. Coliving spaces help combat loneliness by providing a community atmosphere and the ability to make connections beyond immediate flatmates. These spaces also facilitate and host a variety of events removing the need to go out searching for ways to overcome boredom. When in need of privacy, one can always retreat to their personal space, thus have the best of both worlds: privacy and community.
Members of coliving communities find networking opportunities that aid their personal and professional growth. They can connect to and learn from members in their same industries or similar life situations, as well as from a diverse group of others.
Finding find like-minded people with similar interests to share flats can be challenging, and it is much easier to make such connections in a larger coliving community. Most people who choose these shared spaces and facilties have similar interests in general, such as being a part of a community and networking, which makes it easier to establish connections.
What is the difference between an apartment and co living?
Apartments require longer lease terms compared to coliving spaces as highlighted in the list of best co living spaces in Hong KOng featured above. Some of these spaces offer stays as short as a week. This removes the burden of being stuck in a place for long periods and provides the opportunity to experience a place before committing further. Such flexibility especially suits digital nomads and others who prefer to move around freely.
The rent for an apartment does not usually cover utilities and other services, and any property maintenance requires active coordination with real estate agents or landlords. Coliving spaces include all utilities and property services enabling convenient living. A notable inclusion is the cleaning services, vs a non-serviced apartment where you’ll have to clean it yourself, face the hassle of coordinating with flatmates, or hire external services.
The common areas in an apartment are used by a single person or a limited number of flatmates, vs the common areas of a coliving space in a larger community. Thus, apartments can provide more privacy in common areas.
Coliving places are generally well equipped, as noted in the list of the best coliving spaces above. Even furnished apartments will usually have much less equipment and facilities compared to coliving spaces.
As discussed earlier, apartments, in general, can cost significantly more than coliving.
Why is coliving becoming so popular?
We’re witnessing a shift in the number of people who are ready to live in coliving spaces – not by necessity, but by choice.
The rise of remote work, collective intelligence, and a global collaborative mindset are making co living a viable alternative of living for many, including established families and individuals. When looking at the lower price spectrum of coliving spaces, it is also a solution to the rising rental price epidemic, and satisfies many people’s need for flexible and short-term housing desires.
Hence, we’re seeing co living rise for the first time in history as an industry that satisfies a new lifestyle outside of traditional cohabitation spaces (such as student housing).
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