Brookdale Southside Costs & Pricing
Brookdale Southside offers competitive pricing for its residential options, providing a favorable alternative to the average costs in Duval County and across Florida. For instance, the monthly rate for a studio apartment at Brookdale Southside is $2,619, significantly lower than the county's average of $3,660 and the state's average of $3,823. Similarly, residents opting for a one-bedroom unit will find the cost at Brookdale Southside to be $2,795 - still below the county's rate of $3,639 and well under Florida's state average of $3,864. Those seeking more space with a two-bedroom option can also benefit from Brookdale's pricing at $2,995 compared to Duval County's $4,531 and Florida's overall average of $4,711. This pricing structure reflects Brookdale Southside's commitment to providing affordable living solutions while maintaining a high standard of care and services for its residents.
| Floor plans | Brookdale Southside | Duval County | Florida |
|---|
| Studio | $2,619 | $3,660 | $3,823 |
| 1 Bedroom | $2,795 | $3,639 | $3,864 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $2,995 | $4,531 | $4,711 |
Overall Review of Brookdale Southside
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12 reviews mention this
Activities keep residents busy
Residents describe a steady calendar of group activities and outings.
Many residents and families mention frequent scheduled activities like bingo, arts and crafts, games, and live entertainment. Several also note daily or weekly group time such as happy hour, movie nights, and devotional services, along with transportation for outings. A few reviews add that participation can depend on staffing and community restrictions, with activities reduced during periods when residents had to stay in their rooms.
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20 reviews mention this
Staff is caring and responsive
Across reviews, people consistently describe staff as friendly and helpful.
A large share of reviewers highlight staff friendliness, kindness, and willingness to answer questions, help with transitions, and meet day-to-day needs. Families also mention communication improving after staff changes, and some describe management and staff as supportive. At the same time, multiple reviews contrast that praise with complaints about understaffing, delayed responses, and call-bell or communication issues during busier periods.
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14 reviews mention this
Dining quality varies a lot
Dining gets mixed reviews, from good to very disappointing.
Some residents and families say the food is good, enjoyable, and accommodating, including server help and resident input. Others describe meals as average or institutional, sometimes cold or repetitive, and report service problems when staff is short. A recurring theme is that meal experience can change depending on staffing and timing, with a few reviewers specifically calling out order accuracy and table-service limitations.
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8 reviews mention this
Care can feel understaffed
Several reviews describe short staffing that affects care responsiveness.
Multiple reviewers report not enough staff to provide timely assistance, including trouble getting help, delayed phone or call-bell responses, and residents being left waiting. There are also specific concerns described in reviews about supervision and personal attention. While some families praise skilled nurses and attentive care, the negative reviews point to consistency issues when staffing levels fall behind.
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2 reviews mention this
Memory care receives sharp criticism
Residents in memory care are a focus of serious complaints.
One review strongly warns against placing a loved one in memory care, describing aggressive incidents, around-the-clock supervision charges, discharge concerns, and follow-up issues. Another review says there is not enough personal attention for moderate to advanced Alzheimer’s needs. Other reviews mention cheerful, clean memory care spaces and skilled nurses, but the negative accounts are detailed and specific.
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7 reviews mention this
Pricing feels low then rises
Families mention lower starting costs but also worry about increases and add-on charges.
Several reviewers describe the community as more affordable to start, and a few specifically frame it as good value for the services offered. However, other reviews raise concerns about unexpected fees, charges for things like meals or additional care, and rent increases with little notice. Pricing is also discussed alongside concerns about whether residents feel they are getting their money’s worth.
How we summarize
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87 resident community capacity
1-bedroom apartments
Assisted Living
Independent Living
Memory Care
Cats allowed
Dogs allowed
Activities off-site
Air-conditioning
Bath tubs
Beautician on-site
Cable or satellite TV
Computer center
Devotional services off-site
Dining room
Financing advice
Fitness room
Full kitchen
Fully furnished
Gaming room
Garden
General store
Ground floor units
Guest parking
Hiking trails
Housekeeping services
Indoor common areas
Laundry
Move-in coordination
Outdoor common areas
Overnight guests
Party space
Private bathrooms
Respite or short term stays offered
Restaurant-style dining
Security gate
Small library
Spa
Swimming pool
Telephone
Wheelchair accessible showers
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available
Jacksonville International (19 miles away)
Community operated transportation
12-16 hour nursing
24-hour call system
Ambulatory care
Assistance with bathing
Assistance with dressing
Assistance with transfers
Diabetes diet
Diabetic care
Incontinence care
Medication management
Mental wellness program
Physical therapy
Special dietary restrictions
Transportation arrangement (medical)
Art classes
Book club
Concierge services
Cooking classes
Day trips and outings
Educational speakers / life long learning
Games
Happy hour
Live dance or theater performances
Live musical performances
Wii bowling
Wine tasting
English
Attentive administrator with a friendly, respectful staff and a clean, pleasant atmosphere.
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