Setlementtiasunnot is a pioneer in community-oriented living. Our goal is to be the most desired property owner for our residents and to build vibrant, connected neighborhoods. Everyone has the opportunity to belong and to live as part of a community – in their own way.
With us, no resident needs to feel alone. We offer affordable homes with space for togetherness, shared activities, and neighborly support. Community-focused neighborhoods enhance everyday well-being, create a sense of security, and promote social sustainability.
Everyday life brings opportunities for connection
- All of our houses have community space with a common living room and kitchen. In addition, the houses have gyms, workshops and other facilities that encourage joint activities.
- Community is shaped by the residents. Each neighborhood takes its own unique form, shaped by the people who live there.
- We support shared activities. Setlementtiasunnot provides support, resources, and spaces for building community.
- External partners also play a role. For example, mother-child groups, cultural events, and clubs enrich everyday life. New ideas are always welcome!
- Kerro application makes staying connected easy. Through the app, residents receive information about events and can offer or request neighborly help. The app works on mobile phones and is also displayed on the information screens in stairwells.
The community model at Setlementtiasunnot has received well-deserved recognition. In 2024, our Alppikylä location in Helsinki was awarded Best Residential Area in the Nordics at the international NBO Housing Award. This award reflects how our approach to community, resident involvement, and quality everyday living forms a strong and meaningful whole.
Community takes shape in everyone's own way. Each resident can choose how they participate. The resident committee and the building’s residents can organize a variety of activities: brunches, holiday gatherings, art exhibitions, volunteer events, or group exercise sessions. Many have found friends among their neighbors – but participation is never an obligation. Everyone is free to engage in a way that feels right for them. Community is an opportunity, not a requirement.
“ Doing things together gets people off the couch, meeting each other, and trying new things. ”
“ In an ordinary building, you don’t get to know people. Here, you do. ”
