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The Commons

4300 Chris Drive, Huntsville, AL 35802

Independent Living Senior Apartment Continuing Care Communities
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Estimated Pricing

Studio
Estimated $4,163

Price Comparison

  • Average City Price: $5,072
  • Average State Price: $3,917
  • Average National Price: $4,181



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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

    8.3
    The Commons
    Based on My Caring Plan's proprietary scoring, including 32 reviews across the web

    Ranking

  • Ranking in City: 14 out of 24 communities in Huntsville
  • Ranking in State: 203 out of 423 communities in AL
  • Facility and Grounds B

    Care B

    Cleanliness A



    Review Summary

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

    Summary of Reviews for The Commons:

    • Several reviews highlight a decline in management quality and resident services following a change in ownership, with issues such as delayed maintenance and removed services being frequently mentioned.
    • Staff turnover is noted as a significant problem, with many reviewers pointing out that the current staff, apart from a few exceptions, are described as unhelpful and unresponsive.
    • Despite the management and staff issues, the physical aspects of The Commons, such as its maintenance, cleanliness, and overall appearance, receive positive comments.
    • Some reviewers have had positive experiences with specific staff members who were described as professional, caring, and helpful, though it's noted that some of these staff members have since left the facility.
    • Residents and visitors have praised the community for its peaceful atmosphere, cleanliness, and the quality of its facilities.
    • There are mixed feelings about the value provided by The Commons, with some reviewers feeling that the services do not live up to the advertising or the cost.
    • A few reviews express satisfaction with the living experience at The Commons, mentioning friendly staff, good food, and a welcoming community atmosphere.

    Overall, while The Commons has aspects that are appreciated by residents and visitors alike, such as its maintenance and community atmosphere, there are significant concerns regarding management, staff responsiveness, and the consistency of services provided.


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    What is in the Neighborhood

    General Area Overview
    • The average income is $125,990, which is very high compared to other zip codes.
    • Weather
      • High Temperature: 81
      • Low Temperature: 42
      • Average Temperature: 63.1
      • Day Breakdown: The area gets 185 days of rain, 6 days of snow and 173 days of sun
      • Precipitation: 3.3 inches a year

    Demographic Overview
    • The median age is 38.1 years old, high compared to other cities.
    • 8.8% of the population are Veterans which is a very high percentage of Veterans compared to other cities.
    • 6.71% of the population are Foreign-born which is a very low percentage of Foreign-born compared to other cities.
    • The population is 0% American Indian and Alaska Native, 3% Asian, 30% Black or African-American, 5% Hispanic or Latino, and 60% White.

    Health and Safety Overview
    • The crime rate is 4.13 per 100 people which is average compared to other cities.
      • Violent Crime: 1.32 incidents per 100 people
      • Property Crime: 1.96 incidents per 100 people
      • Drug-Related Crime: 0.33 incidents per 100 people
    • The average life expectancy in zip code is 76.8 years old, which is low compared to other zip codes.
    • Air Quality: Good Days 134.0, Moderate Days 47.0, 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

    Far East Market
    1.1 miles away
    Kroger
    1.2 miles away
    The Fresh Market
    1.4 miles away
    Publix
    1.8 miles away
    Walmart Supercenter
    2.0 miles away

    None Found

    None Found

    Banks

    iberiabank
    1.6 miles away
    Redstone Federal Credit Union;Bank
    1.9 miles away
    American Bank of Huntsville
    2.0 miles away
    Regions Bank
    2.1 miles away
    Regions
    2.7 miles away

    Hospitals

    Crestwood Medical Center
    1.3 miles away
    Huntsville Hospital
    3.1 miles away
    Huntsville Hospital for Women And Children
    3.3 miles away

    Pharmacies

    Walgreens
    1.4 miles away
    Target Pharmacy
    2.1 miles away
    CVS Pharmacy
    2.3 miles away
    Star Discount Pharmacy
    2.4 miles away
    Star Market Pharmacy
    4.5 miles away

    Dentists

    King Dental
    1.4 miles away
    Sunny Smiles Dental Center
    3.4 miles away
    Vibe Dental of Huntsville
    4.7 miles away

    Parks

    Fern Bell Park
    0.3 miles away
    John Hunt Park
    0.8 miles away
    Kent Robertson Park
    1.0 miles away
    Byrd Springs
    1.2 miles away
    Jones Valley Recreation Center
    1.4 miles away

    None Found

    Shopping

    Parkway Place Mall
    2.3 miles away

    Culture

    Lowe Mill ARTS and Entertainment
    3.0 miles away
    The Studio Theatre
    3.1 miles away
    Stand Up Live
    3.2 miles away
    Charger Union Theater
    5.0 miles away
    Union Grove Gallery and Meeting Hall
    5.4 miles away

    Restaurants

    Donatos Pizza
    0.5 miles away
    Rosie's Cantina
    0.6 miles away
    Beauregard's
    1.1 miles away
    Rolo's Cafe
    1.2 miles away
    Surin of Thailand
    1.2 miles away

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