Long term, stable homes
Renting doesn't work. Create a co-op in Stead
Why we believe in co-ops
Long-term stability
You set the rent and stay as long as you want
You're in charge
Make decisions as residents over the future of your home
Community and shared living
Cooperative housing fosters strong communities
Track record
Co-ops have become the default rental option in other European cities
How Stead works
Find a home for your co-op
We will help your group form a co-op, find a home and get it financed.
Move in and manage it together
Our tools help you manage money, record decisions and stay on top of admin.
Stay as long as you want
Membership has no time limit - and your rent always reflect the real cost of your home.
We helped six friends find and move into Enterprise House
A group of six friends approached us with the vision of forming a fully mutual housing co-operative. Together, we found a suitable property: a converted ammunition factory between London Fields and Victoria Park.
We helped them navigate the process, from registering the co-op with the FCA to securing a multi-year, rent-controlled lease. With our support, they were able to establish a stable, long-term home and put down roots in the neighbourhood.
