Co-op Details

Student Cooperative Organization (SCO)

173 N Lancaster St

Athens, OH 45701

athensfirehousecoop@gmail.com

Basic Info:

Student Cooperative Organization (SCO) operated the Firehouse co-op in Athens, Ohio. Formerly known as ACME co-op, SCO was formed in 1990 as part of a larger collection of co-ops called NASCO Properties (North American Students of Cooperation). The Firehouse was established in its current location in 2015.

Mission Statement:

Student Cooperative Organization (SCO) exists to provide affordable housing for Ohio University students and Athens residents.

Type of Housing Offered: Single rooms, Double rooms

Number of Buildings: 1

Wheelchair Accessible:

Open to visitors?:

Yes

Approximate Monthly Rent Including Utilities:

$530

Approximate Monthly Cost of Meal Plan if Applicable:

$20

Labor Requirements:

Everyone has a weekly chore assignment. Labor is assigned by hours.

Shared Amenities: Communal spaces, Shared kitchen, Garden, Workshop, Shared tools, Parking, Bike storage, Washer and dryer, Wireless internet

Frequency of Shared Meals:

Rare