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Melrose Gardens in Los Angeles, CA

Melrose Gardens is an assisted living and memory care community in Los Angeles, CA.

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Melrose Gardens in Los Angeles, CA

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  • Interior

    A well-decorated hotel lobby featuring a floral arrangement and elegant furnishings.
  • Outdoors

    An elderly woman painting on a canvas outdoors, surrounded by art supplies and an easel.
  • Decor

    A cozy bedroom featuring a neatly made bed with a stylish blue comforter, decorative pillows, and a bedside lamp.
  • Living Room

    Cozy living room with a comfortable sofa, decorative cushions, and stylish wall art.
  • Bedroom

    A cozy bedroom with a neatly made bed, bedside lamp, and nightstand.
  • Dining

    A warm bowl of hearty stew with carrots, potatoes, and fresh herbs served on a rustic wooden table.
  • Garden

    A serene garden patio set with tables and umbrellas, surrounded by lush greenery.
  • Entrance

    The entrance to Melrose Gardens features a welcoming awning and tropical landscaping.
  • Artwork

    A well-decorated bedroom featuring a neatly made bed with striped bedding, accent pillows, bedside tables with lamps, and framed artwork on the walls.
  • Lobby

    Elegant hotel lobby with a reception desk and floral arrangement.
  • Coffee Station

    A group of seniors enjoying coffee and laughter together indoors.

960 North Martel Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90046

For more information about senior living options: (866) 208-4318

4.5 from 64 reviews
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Melrose Gardens Costs & Pricing

Melrose Gardens offers competitive pricing for its residents, particularly when compared to the broader market trends in Los Angeles County and California as a whole. For a semi-private room, Melrose Gardens charges $3,195 per month, which is notably lower than both the county average of $3,349 and the state average of $3,333. This cost advantage extends to studio accommodations as well; at Melrose Gardens, the monthly rate is $3,995, slightly below Los Angeles County's average of $4,172 and California's average of $4,145. These favorable rates make Melrose Gardens an appealing option for those seeking quality care without breaking their budget amidst rising costs elsewhere in the region.

Floor plansMelrose GardensLos Angeles CountyCalifornia
Semi-Private$3,195$3,349$3,333
Studio$3,995$4,172$4,145

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Overall Review of Melrose Gardens

common 24 reviews mention this

Staff care and responsiveness stand out

Residents and families consistently describe caring, attentive staff members.

Across many reviews, families say the staff treats residents with respect and love, and that caregivers and med techs provide hands-on attention. Several reviewers also mention they feel informed—sometimes noting communication can vary—along with frequent check-ins and follow-through on needs. A few reviews contrast the experience with other places and describe Melrose Gardens as feeling like a familiar, personal environment.

common 11 reviews mention this

Clean, well-maintained property

Multiple residents and visitors highlight a consistently clean, well-kept facility.

Reviewers frequently describe the building as clean inside and out, with rooms and common areas maintained to a high standard. One review also mentions not noticing unpleasant odors during visits. Others add that the facility feels well-maintained overall, including the property and living spaces.

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Food fits special diets

Meals receive positive comments, including accommodations for dietary needs.

Families mention that residents like the food and describe it as above average in at least one review, while others say the food is fine. Several reviewers also highlight that the community accommodates special dietary needs, including diabetes-related and other restrictions. Dining experiences are described as part of daily life, with residents being encouraged to participate and connect with others during meals.

  • A warm bowl of hearty stew with carrots, potatoes, and fresh herbs served on a rustic wooden table.
common 7 reviews mention this

Activities keep residents engaged

Residents are described as being engaged through daily activities and programs.

Reviews commonly mention scheduled daily activities and regular opportunities for residents to participate. One family describes activity staff encouraging a resident to take part, leading to increased engagement over time. Others note residents get involved in games, events, and group time, even when mobility or vision challenges limit participation at first.

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Pricing feels like a value

Families describe the community as offering competitive rates and good value.

Several reviewers call the pricing competitive and describe the experience as a good value for what the community provides. One review also notes they were attracted to the pricing approach because it did not feel like everything was billed separately. At the same time, at least one reviewer flags that rooms were small and the cost was out of their preferred range.

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Features

Housing

  • 94 resident community capacity 94 resident community capacity

Types of Care

  • Assisted Living Assisted Living
  • Independent Living Independent Living
  • Memory Care Memory Care
  • Respite Care Respite Care

Pets

  • Cats allowed Cats allowed
  • Dogs allowed Dogs allowed

Amenities

  • Activities on-site Activities on-site
  • Air-conditioning Air-conditioning
  • Bath tubs Bath tubs
  • Beautician on-site Beautician on-site
  • Beauty salon Beauty salon
  • Cable or satellite TV Cable or satellite TV
  • Computer center Computer center
  • Devotional services off-site Devotional services off-site
  • Devotional services on-site Devotional services on-site
  • Dining room Dining room
  • Fitness room Fitness room
  • Fully furnished Fully furnished
  • Gaming room Gaming room
  • Garden Garden
  • Ground floor units Ground floor units
  • Housekeeping services Housekeeping services
  • Indoor common areas Indoor common areas
  • Kitchenette Kitchenette
  • Move-in coordination Move-in coordination
  • Outdoor space Outdoor space
  • Private bathrooms Private bathrooms
  • Restaurant-style dining Restaurant-style dining
  • Small library Small library
  • Telephone Telephone
  • Wellness center Wellness center
  • Wheelchair accessible showers Wheelchair accessible showers
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available

Transportation

  • Burbank-Glendale-Pasadena (8 miles away) Burbank-Glendale-Pasadena (8 miles away)
  • Los Angeles International (11 miles away) Los Angeles International (11 miles away)
  • Long Beach (Daugherty) (22 miles away) Long Beach (Daugherty) (22 miles away)
  • Community operated transportation Community operated transportation
  • Transportation arrangement Transportation arrangement
  • Transportation arrangement (non-medical) Transportation arrangement (non-medical)
  • Transportation to doctors appointments Transportation to doctors appointments

Care Services

  • 12-16 hour nursing 12-16 hour nursing
  • 24-hour call system 24-hour call system
  • 24-hour supervision 24-hour supervision
  • Activities of daily living assistance Activities of daily living assistance
  • Ambulatory care Ambulatory care
  • Assistance with bathing Assistance with bathing
  • Assistance with dressing Assistance with dressing
  • Assistance with transfers Assistance with transfers
  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Diabetic care Diabetic care
  • Incontinence care Incontinence care
  • Meal preparation and service Meal preparation and service
  • Medication management Medication management
  • Mental wellness program Mental wellness program
  • Mild cognitive impairment Mild cognitive impairment
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions
  • Specialized memory care programming Specialized memory care programming

Dining

  • Anytime dining Anytime dining
  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Gluten-free Gluten-free
  • Guest meals Guest meals
  • Low / no sodium Low / no sodium
  • Meals provided Meals provided
  • No Sugar No Sugar
  • Professional chef Professional chef
  • Restaurant style dining Restaurant style dining
  • Room service Room service
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions
  • Special dining programs Special dining programs
  • Vegetarian Vegetarian

Activities

  • Art classes Art classes
  • Catholic services Catholic services
  • Community-sponsored activities Community-sponsored activities
  • Concierge services Concierge services
  • Cooking classes Cooking classes
  • Day trips and outings Day trips and outings
  • Devotional activities offsite Devotional activities offsite
  • Devotional activities on-site Devotional activities on-site
  • Educational speakers / life long learning Educational speakers / life long learning
  • Fitness programs Fitness programs
  • Jewish services Jewish services
  • Live musical performances Live musical performances
  • Live well programs Live well programs
  • Planned day trips Planned day trips
  • Resident-run activities Resident-run activities
  • Scheduled daily activities Scheduled daily activities
  • Visiting Rabbi Visiting Rabbi

Nearby Places of Interest

This part of Los Angeles, California boasts a variety of amenities that cater to senior living. With several parks nearby such as Plummer Park, Pan Pacific Park, and Lake Hollywood Park, residents have easy access to outdoor recreational activities. In terms of healthcare, there are multiple pharmacies including CVS Pharmacy and Walgreens within close proximity. Additionally, Kaiser Permanente West Los Angeles Medical Center is just a short distance away for any medical needs. For dining options, seniors can enjoy a range of restaurants like Ysabel West Hollywood and Monsieur Marcel Gourmet Market. The area also offers convenient transportation options with the Universal City Metro Station nearby. Overall, this neighborhood provides a blend of cultural attractions, medical facilities, and green spaces making it an attractive location for seniors looking for a vibrant yet peaceful community to call home.

Parks

  • Plummer Park (0.3 miles)
  • Pan Pacific Park (0.9 miles)
  • Runyon Canyon Park (1.1 miles)
  • Hollywood Bowl Overlook (2 miles)
  • Nancy Hoover Pohl Overlook (3 miles)
  • Lake Hollywood Park (3 miles)
  • Lake Hollywood Reservoir (3.1 miles)

Pharmacies

  • CVS Pharmacy (0.4 miles)
  • Hollywood High Grade (0.5 miles)
  • Walgreens (0.7 miles)
  • Rite Aid (0.9 miles)
  • MedMen (1 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (1.4 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (1.4 miles)

Restaurants

  • McDonald's (0.4 miles)
  • Ysabel West Hollywood (0.6 miles)
  • Laurel Hardware (0.8 miles)
  • In-N-Out Burger (0.8 miles)
  • Chick-Fil-A (0.9 miles)
  • Monsieur Marcel Gourmet Market (1.3 miles)
  • Taco Bell (1.4 miles)

Theaters

  • TCL Chinese Theatre (1.1 miles)
  • AMC The Grove 14 (1.2 miles)
  • Universal Cinema AMC at CityWalk Hollywood (3.3 miles)
  • AMC Century City 15 (4.5 miles)

Cafes

  • Alfred Coffee & Kitchen (1.4 miles)
  • Verve Coffee Roasters (1.4 miles)
  • Joan's on Third (1.6 miles)
  • The Butcher, The Baker, The Cappuccino Maker (1.7 miles)
  • Verve Coffee Roasters (2.2 miles)
  • Blue Bottle Coffee (3.2 miles)
  • Alfred Coffee Beverly Hills (3.2 miles)

Transportation

  • Universal City Metro Station (3.6 miles)

Hospitals

  • Kaiser Permanente West Los Angeles Medical Center (3.7 miles)

Places of Worship

  • St Michael & All Angels (4.8 miles)

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