Tribe Stays, a co-living platform catering to students and young professionals, has secured $2.8 million in a Pre-Series A funding round led by Artha Venture Fund and Riverwalk Holdings. The funding announcement, first reported in the article “Tribe Stays Raises $2.8 Mn Led By Artha Venture and Riverwalk” on StartupNews.fyi, marks a significant step in the company’s expansion efforts as it seeks to further tap into the underpenetrated youth housing market in India.
Founded in 2018, Tribe Stays has positioned itself as a premium alternative to the fragmented and often unregulated student accommodation sector. The company currently operates across Pune, Mumbai, and Bengaluru, with properties designed to offer a more community-focused and professionally managed living environment. With a blend of fully furnished rooms, regular housekeeping, meals, and engagement-driven amenities, Tribe Stays sets itself apart from traditional rental options by targeting a niche demographic seeking convenience, safety, and lifestyle integration.
The newly raised capital is expected to be deployed primarily toward scaling operations, expanding into new cities, and investing in technology infrastructure to enhance the resident experience. Tribe’s management has communicated plans to increase bed capacity substantially over the next 18 months, aiming to become a top-of-mind choice for students seeking reliable accommodation with consistent service standards.
India’s student housing market has drawn increasing interest from investors in recent years, driven by rising urbanization, education-led migration, and the growing demand for organized co-living options. However, despite a large potential user base, organized student housing is estimated to account for only a small fraction of the total available supply. Startups like Tribe Stays are aiming to bridge this gap by offering a product that combines hospitality, smart design, and community-focused programming.
Artha Venture Fund, which has a track record of investing in consumer-focused and scalable ventures, partnered with Riverwalk Holdings in leading the current round. Other participants include undisclosed individual investors. According to the founders, support from this consortium of backers will not only boost Tribe’s capital base but also provide strategic insight as the company navigates its next growth phase.
With the co-living market poised for consolidation and formalization, Tribe’s recent funding positions it to capitalize on these structural shifts. Its focus on the student segment, a relatively stable demand pool even in uncertain economic environments, could allow Tribe Stays to deepen its market penetration while building a resilient and scalable offering.
