Community housing isn’t a new concept, but adult dorms are fairly recent. The creators of the dormitories have been open to media exposure, but the idea hasn’t gotten much attention. Adult dorms— will they prosper?

With the ever-increasing prices of the housing market and the intimidating pressure of living in a new city for young adults, the adult dorm creators argue that an adult dorm is the perfect choice. The marketing for the housing also emphasizes the community friendliness and the feel of being a part of a network. “PodShare” and other similar communities feature public and private spaces that are affordable and entertaining, perfect for social young adults who don’t mind sharing. Adult dorms were created for a reliable, social, and beneficial shelter for young adults. Instead of purchasing a property, residents are instead paying money to reside there– but owe no immediate debt or deal with property papers.

Adult dorms seem like a comfortable place to lounge and live, but many opt for the more expensive route of a private apartment in order to become independent and have time to themselves. Introverts, shy, and independent young adults might not see the delightful side to this peculiar housing situation.

The main flaw in adult dorms is responsibility. Lots of young adults have just graduated college when they enter the housing market and are used to sharing rooms. For some college students, having time alone is well overdue, and many have had to clean and organize something their roommate was responsible for because their housing buddy was so messy. The tiring routine of picking up after others is what lots of college graduates and students see when they hear the word “dorm.” Why would they want to go back? Hopefully, the adults in adult dorms do experience personal pressure to keep track of their belongings now that they are surrounded by other adults whom they’ve become intimately acquainted with. Residents of adult dorms enjoy the experience, although most of them are extroverts or people who appreciate social activities.

For social butterflies, adult dorms may be the perfect starting housing option. A cheap community to reside in, filled with other people of the same nature? What could be better? But not everybody is extremely social or enjoys working in a group. The extremity of adult dorms will either be what causes them to succeed or fail.