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Brookdale Avondale in Jacksonville, FL

Brookdale Avondale is an assisted living community in Jacksonville, FL.

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Brookdale Avondale in Jacksonville, FL

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  • Interior

    A cozy bedroom with a single bed, nightstand, and lamp.
  • Decor

    A cozy living room with comfortable seating and warm lighting.
  • Living Room

    A cozy apartment interior with a view of the living room, kitchenette, and bedroom.
  • Trees

    A peaceful garden with a winding pathway surrounded by greenery and trees.
  • Windows

    A cozy porch with seating, plants, and a ceiling fan.
  • Seating Area

    A lobby with a grand piano, patterned carpet, and comfortable seating arrangements.
  • Television

    A spacious living room with carpeted flooring, featuring a television, chairs, and a table. People are seated and engaged in activities.

4455 Merrimac Avenue, Jacksonville, FL 32210

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

4.5 from 86 reviews
5 stars
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4 stars
22
3 stars
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2 stars
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1 stars
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Top 5% Senior Living Community in 2023

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Brookdale Avondale Costs & Pricing

Brookdale Avondale offers competitive pricing for its living accommodations, with monthly costs that reflect both the local and state markets. A studio apartment at Brookdale Avondale is priced at $3,195, which is significantly lower than the average studio cost in Duval County at $3,660, and even more favorable compared to the broader Florida average of $3,823. For those considering a one-bedroom option, Brookdale Avondale's rate of $3,395 remains attractive against the backdrop of Duval County's $3,639 and Florida's state average of $3,864. This positioning not only highlights Brookdale Avondale's commitment to providing quality living options but also underscores its value within the regional context.

Floor plansBrookdale AvondaleDuval CountyFlorida
Studio$3,195$3,660$3,823
1 Bedroom$3,395$3,639$3,864

Overall Review of Brookdale Avondale

common 41 reviews mention this

Staff care drives the experience

Residents and families consistently describe staff as caring, attentive, and responsive.

Across many reviews, residents and families say the staff is kind and makes people feel safe and at home. Several mention that staff are helpful with daily needs and questions, including during difficult transitions or medical situations. A few also point to follow-through issues during specific situations, but most feedback emphasizes reliable support and professionalism.

common 20 reviews mention this

Dining is a frequent highlight

Meals are one of the most frequently mentioned parts of daily life.

Many reviews praise the food and say residents enjoy meals, including descriptions that the dining experience feels welcoming. Some mention specific dietary needs or the kitchen preparing meals that residents appreciate. A smaller number of reviews question food variety or quality, including concerns about getting enough fruits and vegetables.

common 18 reviews mention this

Activities keep residents engaged

Residents describe regular activities that help them stay involved.

Reviews commonly mention activities such as games, bingo, trivia, arts and crafts, and exercise or fitness programs. Several say staff encourage participation and help residents join even when mobility is limited. Some reviews still want more off-site visits or a broader schedule, with one describing a period when activities felt limited.

caveat 6 reviews mention this

Pricing concerns come up repeatedly

Cost is a recurring concern, especially around how rates change over time.

A number of reviews mention that the community can feel pricey, and at least one review describes an increase after move-in that the reviewer had to contest with corporate. Others frame value as good for the services provided, but the pricing concern still stands out as a consistent caveat. When discussing affordability, families point to comparisons they made during their search and how it matched their expectations.

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Features

Housing

  • 60 resident community capacity 60 resident community capacity
  • Studio apartments Studio apartments

Types of Care

  • Assisted Living Assisted Living

Pets

  • Cats allowed Cats allowed
  • Dogs allowed Dogs allowed

Amenities

  • Activities off-site Activities off-site
  • Activities on-site Activities on-site
  • Air-conditioning Air-conditioning
  • 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
  • Guest parking Guest parking
  • Housekeeping services Housekeeping services
  • Indoor common areas Indoor common areas
  • Kitchenette Kitchenette
  • Laundry Laundry
  • Move-in coordination Move-in coordination
  • Outdoor common areas Outdoor common areas
  • Outdoor space Outdoor space
  • Party space Party space
  • Pet friendly Pet friendly
  • Private bathrooms Private bathrooms
  • Resident parking Resident parking
  • Respite or short term stays offered Respite or short term stays offered
  • Restaurant-style dining Restaurant-style dining
  • Security gate Security gate
  • 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

  • Jacksonville International (14 miles away) Jacksonville International (14 miles away)
  • Community operated transportation Community operated transportation
  • Transportation & parking Transportation & parking
  • Transportation arrangement Transportation arrangement
  • Transportation arrangement (non-medical) Transportation arrangement (non-medical)

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
  • Coordination with health care providers Coordination with health care providers
  • 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
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions
  • Transportation arrangement (medical) Transportation arrangement (medical)
  • Transportation to doctors appointments Transportation to doctors appointments

Dining

  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Meals provided Meals provided
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions
  • Special dining programs Special dining programs
  • Vegetarian Vegetarian

Activities

  • Activities off-site Activities off-site
  • Activities on-site Activities on-site
  • Brain fitness Brain fitness
  • Community service programs Community service programs
  • Community-sponsored activities Community-sponsored activities
  • Concierge services Concierge services
  • Day trips and outings Day trips and outings
  • Devotional activities offsite Devotional activities offsite
  • Devotional activities on-site Devotional activities on-site
  • Fitness programs Fitness programs
  • Light therapy programs Light therapy programs
  • Planned day trips Planned day trips
  • Religious services Religious services
  • Resident-run activities Resident-run activities
  • Scheduled daily activities Scheduled daily activities
  • Stretching classes Stretching classes
  • Trivia games Trivia games
  • Yoga / chair yoga Yoga / chair yoga

Languages Spoken

  • English English

Nearby Places of Interest

This area of Jacksonville, Florida, boasts a range of conveniences and amenities that may appeal to someone considering senior living. With several physicians, pharmacies, and hospitals nearby, residents have easy access to healthcare services. Additionally, there are a variety of cafes and restaurants within close proximity, offering a selection of dining options. For those looking to enjoy the outdoors, there are several parks in the area as well as places of worship for spiritual fulfillment. Overall, this area provides a mix of medical resources, dining options, recreational opportunities, and community support that may make it an attractive choice for senior living.

Physicians

  • Akumin (0 miles)
  • Southeast Orthopedic Specialists (2.1 miles)
  • Florida Retina Institute (2.1 miles)
  • Jacksonville Pediatrics (2.2 miles)
  • Hortencia Espino, MD (2.4 miles)
  • Carithers Pediatric Group (2.6 miles)
  • First Coast Primary Care (2.7 miles)

Cafes

  • Starbucks (0.3 miles)
  • Panera Bread (0.7 miles)
  • Metro Diner (0.8 miles)
  • Casbah Cafe (1 miles)
  • European Street Cafe (2 miles)
  • European Street Cafe (3.7 miles)
  • Southern Grounds (4.3 miles)

Pharmacies

  • CVS Pharmacy (0.6 miles)
  • Winn-Dixie (1.6 miles)
  • Winn-Dixie (1.7 miles)
  • Walgreens (1.8 miles)
  • Walgreens (1.8 miles)
  • Walgreens (2 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (2.2 miles)

Restaurants

  • Chick-Fil-A (0.9 miles)
  • Biscottis (1.1 miles)
  • Taco Bell (1.4 miles)
  • El Jefe (1.5 miles)
  • Burger King (2.3 miles)
  • Hardee's (2.3 miles)
  • Nacho Taco (2.5 miles)

Parks

  • Adams Park (1.2 miles)
  • Cortez Park (1.6 miles)
  • Riverfront Park (3.7 miles)

Places of Worship

  • West Jacksonville Baptist Church (1.9 miles)
  • Riverside United Church of Christ (1.9 miles)
  • Allen Chapel Ame Church (3.5 miles)
  • Westside Family Worship Center (6.5 miles)

Hospitals

  • Ascension St Vincent's Riverside (2.1 miles)
  • Childrens Medical Services (4.5 miles)
  • UF Health Jacksonville Towers (5.1 miles)
  • UF Health of Jacksonville (5.1 miles)
  • Baptist Primary Care (7.1 miles)
  • Brooks Rehabilitation Hospital (7.1 miles)

Theaters

  • AMC Orange Park 24 (7.4 miles)

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