At Gentoo we aim to make a positive mark on the future by investing in people, the planet and in property.

Gentoo Sunderland is the Housing Association of the Gentoo Group, responsible for delivering core housing management services and maintenance to approximately 70,000 customers.

Our firm foundations were laid in Sunderland in 2001, when the City’s tenants voted overwhelmingly to transfer 36,356 homes to Gentoo (formally Sunderland Housing Group). Back in 2005 we were one of the first housing associations in the UK to achieve Decent Homes Standard – five years ahead of schedule. Since transfer £475 million has been invested back into people and property.

Currently managing 29,000 properties in 98 neighbourhoods across Sunderland and the surrounding areas, we provide a wide range of services, from tackling anti-social behaviour to carrying out repairs and maintenance.