Why Cooperative Living

Senior Cooperative Living is a concept that provides distinctive benefits in a unique, care-free lifestyle.

About Us

Home Ownership without the Hassle

Discover the benefits of cooperative living at Vintage Hills Cooperative at Prairie Trail in Ankeny, Iowa. Our unique ownership model offers seniors a chance to enjoy an independent lifestyle with the financial and social advantages of co-op living.

With shared decision-making, lower maintenance costs, and a supportive community atmosphere, cooperative living provides a secure and enriching environment tailored for active adults.

As a member-owned cooperative, you’ll enjoy the benefits of owning your home while we handle the maintenance and upkeep. Our monthly fee covers repairs, replacements, and even away services, giving you peace of mind to focus on what matters most.

Learn why so many choose co-op living for a fulfilling and worry-free retirement.

Be Our Neighbor

Not just a place to live, but a lifestyle that allows adults to be active, happy participants, enjoying peace of mind and an affordable retirement! It’s about spending your time as you choose while still being able to reap the rewards of home ownership.

Vintage Hills

Our Ammenities

If amenities appeal to you, then you need to consider the cooperative lifestyle! Contact us to review floor plans, pricing, and amenities. In addition, if you are not familiar with the cooperative living model, we provide education on how a cooperative lifestyle works and what that means for you as a shareholder.

Affordable Ownership

Social Connections

Maintenance Freedom

"After giving it a lot of consideration, we made the decision to purchase a share into Vintage Cooperative of Prairie Trail. The Coop offers a maintenance-free alternative to home ownership that is uniquely different from other housing options. We feel safe and secure living in our cooperative community. Living in the Coop provides us with a neighborly environment and a sense of family. If we need anything, all we have to do is knock on our neighbor’s door and they are more than happy to help us. We travel 7 months out-of-a-year, so we have the comfort of knowing someone is checking our unit and getting our mail. We enjoy the surrounding community that provides us with walking trails, restaurants, shopping, movie theater and library."

"My wife and I recently retired and made the decision we wanted to do something with our time other than maintaining our large home. We looked at a few Condo's & a few Cooperative Communities. We decided to sell our home & use the equity to purchase an apartment at Vintage Cooperative of Prairie Trail. We love the Prairie Trail neighborhood. Walking distance to restaurants, new library, fitness center and other vital facilities. Both of us have recumbent trikes and I love to play golf. We can get on a bike trail 50 ft from our garage, and I have several choices of golf courses within 10 miles. We now have plenty of time to do the things we enjoy as no more lawns to mow or snow to scoop! We feel it is important to be involved in our cooperative community, so we are members of 3 different committees that make decisions regarding our 'home'."

"When we decided to move to Ankeny to be near our children and grandchildren, we were not sure if we wanted to live in an apartment, condo, cooperative or another house... We were all so impressed with the spacious well-cared for units and the beauty of the common areas. We loved the idea of ownership in a cooperative rather than renting. This independent living facility provides a maintenance-free, secure lifestyle that we are so thankful for. Potlucks, coffees, games, and activities are welcomed by all. The woodshop is outfitted with tools and equipment that keep the gentleman entertained and productive. When we moved in, the moment we parked our car in the heated underground garage, we met several of our new neighbors who quickly became our friends. We knew we had made the right decision!"

“Having almost all monthly outgoing expenses and all interior and exterior maintenance included makes for predictable, stress-free living.”

“I am one of the original owners at Vintage Hills. It is a wonderful place to be, with so many activities, friendly people, and a secure building. I love it.”

“I moved here six years ago and have not regretted living here one minute. I enjoy the activities that I choose to participate in as a member. The many new friends I have become close to give me a reason to get up each morning.”