Ofek Shalom

Exterior | Ofek Shalom House

122 North Bassett Street, Madison, WI 53703

Rent Range Numbers of Rooms Numbers of residents Adults Children
$342-403 10 10 10 0

Membership Process

Come to three house dinners, with an interview following the third. House dinners are served at 7 PM Monday through Thursday and our Shabbat celebration starts at 8 PM on Fridays.

Skype interviews can be scheduled for long distance applicants.

In Our Words

Ofek Shalom Co-op is situated in a small, comfortable house on the corner of Bassett and Dayton. We are a dynamic community made up of 10 working and studying people from a range of backgrounds. We enjoy late-night discussions, board games, quality time with our house’s three cats, and parties/events hosted throughout the year! We are committed to providing a warm, welcoming environment for people with all world-views, backgrounds, and identities. All house meals are vegetarian with a vegan option, and the house features five porches with astonishing views of the surrounding area.

Ofek is historically and culturally a Jewish house, whose roots go back to Kibbutz Langdon in the 70’s. We have maintained this tradition by hosting events on Jewish holidays, such as our Purim party and Passover Seder. We also celebrate Shabbat every Friday with a joyous meal with homemade challah for anyone who would like to join us. One does not have to be Jewish to membership here; all are welcome.

Neighborhood

Is Parking Available?
Yes

What kind of parking is available?
Driveway (three spots)

Meals

Are all house meals vegetarian?
Yes

Vegetarian option at all meals?
Yes

Vegan option at all meals?
Yes

What other food options are available at some meals?
Kosher

Is meat allowed in the house?
Yes

Are there any restrictions on meat in the house?
Should be eaten on personal dishes and cooked only on the meat cast iron pan

Meals/Week:
6

Meals Cost:
$120

Meals Cost Notes:

Food Membership Allowed?
Yes

Meal Plan Participation:
Required. Exceptions are made on a case-by-case basis.

Pets

Pets Allowed?
Yes

Current Pet Situation:
We have an exceptionally handsome cat named Huck. We now have two more furry friends, Flaca and Patrick.

Pet Policy:
Pets are approved by members of the house.
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