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Discovery View Retirement Apartments

1051 Hancock St, Port Townsend, WA 98368

Independent Living
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Estimated Pricing

Studio
Estimated $4,252

Price Comparison

  • Average City Price: $5,275
  • Average State Price: $4,246
  • Average National Price: $4,181


  • Discovery View Retirement Apartments Description

    Discovery View Retirement Apartments is a community that offers independent living and is located in the small town of Port Townsend, Washington. Residents who live at the facility are able to choose from a range of studio room layouts.

    The community has an average rating of 7.6 out of 10 making it the 4th highest rated community in the city out of 4 communities. See more information on reviews.

    To find information about the surrounding area including weather, crime, health facilities, parks, and more you can explore the neighborhood here.

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    Care Types at Community

    This community offers the following types of care

    Independent Living

    Independent living offers seniors the freedom to enjoy their retirement in a supportive community setting, with amenities and activities tailored to their active lifestyle.

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    Community Reviews

    7.6
    Discovery View Retirement Apartments
    Based on My Caring Plan's proprietary scoring, including 11 reviews across the web

    Ranking

  • Ranking in City: 4 out of 4 communities in Port Townsend
  • Ranking in State: 545 out of 820 communities in WA
  • Facility and Grounds A



    Review Summary

    The following is an AI generated summary of the reviews of the community from across the web.

    Positive Reviews:

    • Residents appreciate the efforts of the manager and staff in maintaining services and property upkeep, especially during challenging times.
    • Many find the community to be a wonderful place to live, highlighting the great meals, housekeeping services, and the kindness of both staff and residents.
    • The inclusion of amenities such as two meals a day, biweekly housekeeping, and a private dog park are highly valued.
    • The maintenance and upkeep of the building and grounds receive high praise, with community involvement in gardening activities noted.
    • Discovery View is recognized for offering spacious and comfortable apartments, great food, and activities at a value that exceeds expectations for low-income retirement homes.
    • The facility is commended for its cleanliness, maintenance, and the caring nature of the staff, providing a great value in the local market.
    • Family members of residents appreciate the level of assistance provided, including meals, apartment cleaning, and various activities, highlighting the staff's kindness and helpfulness.

    Negative Reviews:

    • Some residents express dissatisfaction with the requirement to buy into an expensive meal plan, considering it a negative aspect of the low-income housing.
    • There are complaints about the management, including serious allegations of misconduct.

    Overall:

    Discovery View receives a mix of reviews, with many residents and their family members expressing satisfaction with the living conditions, amenities, and staff. The community is praised for its value, especially in comparison to other retirement options. However, there are concerns regarding the meal plan costs and management behavior. Despite these issues, the positive aspects such as maintenance, activities, and the caring nature of the staff contribute to a generally favorable view of the facility.


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    What is in the Neighborhood

    General Area Overview
    • The average income is $78,518, which is high compared to other zip codes.
    • Weather
      • High Temperature: 65
      • Low Temperature: 41
      • Average Temperature: 52.4
      • Day Breakdown: The area gets 169 days of rain, 12 days of snow and 182 days of sun
      • Precipitation: 1.5 inches a year

    Health and Safety Overview
    • The crime rate is 3.46 per 100 people which is average compared to other cities.
      • Violent Crime: 0.83 incidents per 100 people
      • Property Crime: 2.46 incidents per 100 people
      • Drug-Related Crime: 0.01 incidents per 100 people
    • The average life expectancy in zip code is 81.37 years old, which is very high compared to other zip codes.
    • Air Quality: Good Days 211.0, Moderate Days 1.0, Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups Days 0.0, Unhealthy Days 0.0, Very Unhealthy Days 0.0, Hazardous Days 0.0

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    Supermarkets

    QFC
    0.3 miles away
    Safeway
    0.6 miles away
    The Food Co-op
    1.2 miles away
    Penny Saver
    1.2 miles away
    Aldrich's Market
    1.7 miles away

    Transportation

    Port Townsend
    1.7 miles away

    Bus Stations

    Four Corners Park & Ride
    4.2 miles away

    Banks

    Kitsap Credit Uion
    0.6 miles away
    Chase
    1.1 miles away
    Wells Fargo
    1.2 miles away
    U.S. Bank
    1.7 miles away
    1st Security Bank
    1.9 miles away

    Hospitals

    Jefferson Healthcare Hospital
    0.2 miles away

    None Found

    Dentists

    Cunnington Dental
    1.8 miles away

    Parks

    Bishop Park
    0.2 miles away
    Master Gardener Park
    0.5 miles away
    Kah Tai Lagoon Nature Park
    0.6 miles away
    Baker View Park
    0.6 miles away
    Port Townsend
    1.0 miles away

    None Found

    Shopping

    P.T. Laundromat & Car Wash
    0.4 miles away
    Gateway Plaza
    0.5 miles away
    PT Plaza
    1.6 miles away
    Kala Square
    3.9 miles away

    Culture

    Gallery 9
    1.8 miles away
    Port Townsend Creative
    1.9 miles away
    Port Townsend Gallery
    1.9 miles away
    Key City Public Theater
    2.1 miles away

    Restaurants

    Fiesta Mexican Restaurant
    0.3 miles away
    The Cup
    0.5 miles away
    Blue Moose Cafe
    0.7 miles away
    123 Thai
    1.1 miles away
    Ichikawa Sushi Bar & Steak House
    1.7 miles away

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