Centraal Wonen Delft

Centraal Wonen Delft is a housing community consisting of around 100 residents living in thirteen different living groups. Residents vary in age from toddlers to retirees, with most being employed individuals, although some are students. The common desire among residents is to combine the peace of individual living spaces with the sociability of group living. Each living group has its own unique characteristics, catering to different demographics such as young singles, couples, mixed groups of various ages, and groups with children. The housing units in CW Delft are designed flexibly, allowing residents to rent one, two, or three rooms with regular changes in room combinations based on residents' movements. There are a total of 173 rooms offered in approximately 90 combinations, varying in size and amenities. Rent prices differ depending on the type of room combinations, with additional service costs involved. These service costs cover various utilities such as gas, electricity, water, as well as municipal fees, insurance, and communal activities. Residents often receive reimbursements due to overestimation in the service cost advance payments. Centraal Wonen Delft is structured in clusters with two to four living groups, each having its own building with shared facilities like kitchens, communal spaces, laundry rooms, and gardens. Shared meals are emphasized in many groups, with cooking and eating schedules often coordinated among residents. Group activities vary widely from games, campfires, and movie nights to outings and festive gatherings. The community's location in Delft Zuid provides residents with easy access to amenities like neighborhood shopping centers and parks, with good public transport connections nearby. The housing project originated in the early 1970s, aiming to promote communal living for families and individuals, evolving over time to cater more to individual residents seeking uncomplicated social living. Prospective residents interested in joining the community can sign up on the interest list, with a process in place for matching individuals with suitable living groups based on preferences and availability of spaces. It is important to note that the housing complex falls under social rent regulations, impacting eligibility based on income limits for new residents.