PLANS

High-quality new homes ranging in size from 800 to 2,700 square feet. Solar standard on every house.

As of July 2017, we still have units left. (Once we break ground in a few months, the remaining houses will go fast.)

EVENTS

Open Houses and events every month throughout 2017.

Come meet the members of our  multigenerational community. Read our bios here.

BLOG

Musings on cohousing and Emerson Commons.

Get an inside look at life in cohousing.

Community Features

​Home Features
  • 26 private homes surrounding a central green
  • Community playground and car-free central area where kids can run free. Creeks on property.
  • Large heated swimming pool with stone terrace
  • Orchard, shared organic gardens and edible landscaping 
  • 1890s farmhouse renovated as a club house
  • Historic log cabin with fireplace
  • 19 minute commute to Charlottesville
  • Walkable to stores and restaurants
  • Highly-regarded elementary, middle and high schools.
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  • Standard solar on all 26 homes, including solar HVAC.
  • Spacious front porches.
  • Decks and private views out back: look at the mountains or forests, not other houses!
  • Exceptional quality: HardiePlank or equivalent siding, 2x6" walls, 9' ceilings, quality casement windows, certified low energy and more.

Video Tour

View more: Animation of Homes, Central Green and Playground

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