Housing Cooperatives in the
Canton of Bern

Baugenossenschaft TerraBern

Since 1942 · 11–20 empl.

The core activity of the TerraBern building cooperative is the procurement, construction, rental and management of medium-sized residential and commercial buildings, primarily within the municipal area of the city of Bern.

Wohnbaugenossenschaft Huttwil

Since 1944 · 1–10 empl.

Wohnbaugenossenschaft Huttwil is a cooperative that owns and manages residential and commercial rental spaces in a converted factory complex. The property includes multiple buildings with shared outdoor amenities (play and barbecue areas, boule court) and spaces for artisans and businesses. The cooperative uses wood‑chip district heating and operates solar thermal and photovoltaic installations.

Bau- und Wohngenossenschaft Friedheim Thun

Since 1945 · 11–20 empl.

The core activity of BWG Friedheim Thun is the rental of houses and apartments, as well as the associated management and maintenance of the properties. This also includes the organization of repairs and damage reports, as well as the hosting of events for the cooperative's shareholders.

Wohnbaugenossenschaft Ostermundigen

Since 1945 · 1–10 empl.

Wohnbaugenossenschaft Ostermundigen provides affordable housing for its members by acquiring properties, constructing and maintaining residential buildings, and renting apartments to members. Tenancy agreements require joining through the purchase of share certificates and acceptance of the statutes.

Graphis Bau- und Wohngenossenschaft

Since 1946 · 21–50 empl.

Graphis Bau- und Wohngenossenschaft acquires, develops and manages residential properties, primarily providing rental apartments on a cost-rent basis. The organisation maintains its buildings, aims for a balanced social mix among tenants and seeks long-term tenancy relationships.

Wohnbaugenossenschaft "Solidarität"

Since 1947 · 1–10 empl.

The company's core activity is the rental of apartments, particularly 2- to 4 ½-room apartments, in a family-friendly environment at attractive conditions.

Wohnbaugenossenschaft PRO FAMILIA THUN

Since 1947 · 1–10 empl.

The core activity of the Wohnbaugenossenschaft PRO FAMILIA THUN company is to provide affordable housing combined with high living quality for its members.

Wohnbaugenossenschaft Pro Domo Bern

Since 1947 · 1–10 empl.

The company's core activity is the rental of apartments in multi-family houses in Bern, particularly providing healthy and affordable living spaces for its members (co-owners) through joint self-help and shared responsibility.

Wohnbaugenossenschaft Sunneschyn

Since 1948 · 1–10 empl.

The company's core activity is the management and rental of residential properties in Biel/Bienne, particularly the provision of affordable housing in well-connected neighborhoods.

Bau- & Wohngenossenschaft Nünenen

Since 1948 · 11–20 empl.

The core activity of BWG Nünenen is to provide affordable and sustainable living spaces in the form of cooperative apartments.

Wohnbaugenossenschaft Schweizerhubel Zollikofen

Since 1949 · 1–10 empl.

The company's core activity is the rental of apartments, particularly affordable apartments with a high quality of life for people from all walks of society, as well as the maintenance and management of properties in Zollikofen (BE).

Wohnbaugenossenschaft Bürg

Since 1949 · 11–20 empl.

Wohnbaugenossenschaft Bürg is a regional association of Wohnbaugenossenschaften Schweiz representing non-profit housing providers in eastern Switzerland. The organization promotes, supports and connects non-profit housing activities and offers consulting, legal advice, financing and insurance services, as well as training.

Wohnbaugenossenschaft Bienna

Since 1949 · 11–20 empl.

Wohnbaugenossenschaft Bienna is an organization in the non-profit housing sector. The website presents advisory, legal, financing, insurance, and training services as well as activities supporting and connecting housing cooperatives.

Wohnbaugenossenschaft Wendelsee

Since 1951 · 1–10 empl.

The core activity of the Wendelsee Thun housing cooperative is to provide and manage rental apartments in the Schönau and Schadau districts of Thun, with the aim of offering its members good living quality and a child-friendly environment.

Wohnbaugenossenschaft Lanzgut Thun

Since 1953 · 11–20 empl.

The company's core activity is the rental and management of residential properties, particularly in urban developments, with a focus on child-friendly environments and proximity to public transportation, shops and recreational areas.

Wohnbaugenossenschaft Bundespersonal

Since 1954 · 11–20 empl.

Wohnbaugenossenschaft Bundespersonal is a regional association of Wohnbaugenossenschaften Schweiz. It supports, advises and connects non-profit housing providers in eastern Switzerland and provides information on non-profit housing.

Wohnbaugenossenschaft des Bundespersonals Langnau i.E.

Since 1958 · 1–10 empl.

Wohnbaugenossenschaft des Bundespersonals Langnau i.E. is an association that promotes, supports and connects non-profit housing in Eastern Switzerland. Its website also presents advisory services, legal advice, financing and insurance support, and training for members and other non-profit housing providers.

Wohn- und Baugenossenschaft Neufeld

Since 1958 · 1–10 empl.

The company's core activity is the rental and management of apartments and garages in two residential quarters in Thun, with the aim of providing affordable and child-friendly housing.

Bau- und Wohngenossenschaft Bern - Lebensraum ohne Barrieren

Since 1964 · 1–10 empl.

The core activity of the company 'Bau- und Wohngenossenschaft Bern' is to create barrier-free living space for people with and without disabilities through the construction, acquisition and structural adaptation of residential buildings and properties. The company offers apartments and promotes the coexistence of people with and without disabilities.

Wohnbaugenossenschaft Bümpliz

Since 1967 · 21–50 empl.

Wohnbaugenossenschaft Bümpliz is not presented on the website as a separate institution. The website describes a regional association of Wohnbaugenossenschaften Schweiz that represents non-profit housing providers in Eastern Switzerland and supports its members with advice, legal advice, financing and insurance, and training.

Stiftung Alterssiedlungen Lyss

Since 1972 · 1–10 empl.

The core activity of the company 'Alterssiedlungen Lyss' is the creation and rental of housing for elderly residents, particularly from the municipality of Lyss, at an affordable price, in order to enable independent and secure living in old age.

Wohnbaugenossenschaft 'Laube' Bern

Since 1980 · 11–20 empl.

Wohnbaugenossenschaft 'Laube' Bern is a regional association within Wohnbaugenossenschaften Schweiz that supports non-profit housing. It provides its members with advice, specialist events, information, networking, and services in financing, insurance, legal advice, and training.

Wohnbaugenossenschaft Mushafen

Since 1982 · 11–20 empl.

Wohnbaugenossenschaft Mushafen is not described as a separate institution on the website of Wohnbaugenossenschaften Ostschweiz. The site presents the regional association for non-profit housing cooperatives and its services, including advice, legal consultation, financing, insurance, and training.

Wohnbaugenossenschaft Moossee

Since 1982 · 1–10 empl.

Wohnbaugenossenschaft Moossee is a non-profit housing association that promotes and supports cooperative housing. It provides advisory services, legal advice, and support in financing, insurance, and further education.

Baugenossenschaft Rohrbach

Since 1984 · 1–10 empl.

The core activity of Jäggi Architektur Rohrbach is the provision of architectural services.

Wohnbaugenossenschaft Via Felsenau

Since 1989 · 1–10 empl.

Wohnbaugenossenschaft Via Felsenau operates and manages residential buildings and the allocation of rental apartments; it supports densified housing development, maintains multiple building phases with shared facilities such as the Spinnrad community hall, and organizes internal working groups for administration and allocation criteria.

Wohnbaugenossenschaft Q-Hof

Since 1989 · 1–10 empl.

Wohnbaugenossenschaft Q-Hof is a self-managed housing cooperative that preserves and manages collective, affordable housing in the Quartierhof and Dammweg 41 properties. Residents make collective decisions and handle maintenance and administration, and housing allocations are organised via a designated working group.

Wohnbaugenossenschaft Farfalla

Since 1991 · 1–10 empl.

Wohnbaugenossenschaft Farfalla is a non-profit housing provider and housing cooperative. The website presents activities related to non-profit housing, including support, networking and advisory services for housing cooperatives as well as other services linked to affordable housing.

Wohnbaugenossenschaft Burgdorf

Since 1992 · 1–10 empl.

Wohnbaugenossenschaft Burgdorf is a regional association of Wohnbaugenossenschaften Schweiz dedicated to non-profit housing. It provides consulting, legal advice, support in financing and insurance, as well as training, and connects members and other stakeholders in the sector.

Wohnbaugenossenschaft Baumgarten

Since 1993 · 11–20 empl.

Wohnbaugenossenschaft Baumgarten is the cooperative for the first phase of the Siedlung Baumgarten and comprises about 80 apartments held as owner-occupied housing.

Wohn- und Gewerbegenossenschaft Huttwil (WGH)

Since 1993 · 11–20 empl.

Wohn- und Gewerbegenossenschaft Huttwil (WGH) operates a converted factory property and offers residential and commercial rental spaces. The cooperative manages five buildings containing apartments, studios and business units, administers rentals and a waiting list, and employs renewable energy systems including district heating and solar photovoltaic installations.

Stiftung Stuckimatte

Since 1995 · 1–10 empl.

Stiftung Stuckimatte supports the acquisition of owner-occupied housing and can provide reductions in rental costs. Assistance is granted taking income and assets into account, with special consideration for large families, single parents and AHV/IV pensioners. The foundation may award contributions upon application in cases of demonstrated hardship; there is no legal entitlement to these payments.

Wohnbaugenossenschaft Nussbaum

Since 1998 · 1–10 empl.

Wohnbaugenossenschaft Nussbaum is a housing cooperative that comprises three residential buildings and organises owner-occupied housing. It forms the second development phase of the Siedlung Baumgarten; nearby are kindergartens and a playground, and the buildings were designed by Althaus Architekten.

WOK Lorraine AG

Since 1998 · 11–20 empl.

WOK Lorraine AG manages properties and promotes ecological and communal forms of housing, offering rental apartments, studios, retail and office spaces, and premises for childcare facilities. The company applies participatory tenancy agreements that give tenants opportunities to influence and help shape their housing environment.

Genossenschaft Andere Wohnformen im Stürlerhaus am Altenberg

Since 2000 · 1–10 empl.

The company operates a cooperative that offers a form of housing known as a 'Stürlerhaus'. This is a Bernese patrician house from 1659, previously used as a hospital and training facility. The cooperative also offers additional services, such as a 'bed & kitchen' and a cultural space. There is also a bar and room reservations are offered. The core activity of the company is the management and operation of this residential and community facility.

Liberale Baugenossenschaft zur Förderung von preisgünstigem Wohneigentum

Since 2000 · 1–10 empl.

The core activity of the company "Liberale Baugenossenschaft Baar" is the procurement, construction and acquisition of affordable apartments and residential buildings, as well as the rental and management of these properties. The company is committed to preserving affordable housing and values solidarity, community spirit and sustainability.

Genossenschaft für Alterswohnungen in Grindelwald

Since 2001 · 1–10 empl.

The company's core activity is providing age-appropriate housing in Grindelwald, particularly through the Cooperative for Senior Housing, which specializes in creating living space for older people.

npg AG für nachhaltiges Bauen

Since 2004 · 11–20 empl.

The core activity of npg AG is the development, construction, rental and management of residential and commercial spaces that meet strict sustainability criteria in social, economic and ecological terms.