Ishan Abeysekera, sharing his experience in a Brooklyn cohab space, highlights the social aspect of communal living, saying, "How do you really meet people when you are new to a city, and this seemed like a great way to do that, so here I am." He values the opportunity to connect with others while navigating the challenges of high rent in NYC.
Abeysekera describes the shared living scenario as akin to a college dorm but emphasizes the respectful nature of his cohab experience, contrasting it with the typical frustrations of communal living, such as shared bathrooms and kitchens. "It might have similarities to college housing, he says, but it is, thankfully, more 'respectful.'"
Having previously lived in a one-bedroom apartment in the Financial District, Abeysekera chose the cohab model for its affordability, stating, "When it came time for him to look for his own space, [...] the high cost of living in the city forced him to consider alternatives to a traditional renter setup." The communal living, while often challenging, represents a practical solution to housing in New York.
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