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Rivertown Towers in Jacksonville, FL

Rivertown Towers is a senior community in Jacksonville, FL.

Information last verified:

5350 Arlington Expressway, Jacksonville, FL 32211

To contact a resident: (904) 743-5090

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

3.8 from 116 reviews
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Overall Review of Rivertown Towers

common 8 reviews mention this

Maintenance is often described as fast

Maintenance is frequently described as quick and effective.

Several residents say maintenance responses are prompt and that repairs leave units looking ā€œback to pre loss conditionā€ after issues like leaks. Multiple reviews specifically name individual maintenance staff (Otis and Jerry) and describe them as fast, friendly, and efficient, including during flooding and other apartment problems. A few other residents also describe maintenance requests being handled quickly and professionally, even when problems come up.

common 26 reviews mention this

Staff friendliness shows up repeatedly

Leasing and office staff are commonly described as helpful and responsive.

A large share of reviews highlight office staff as friendly, supportive, and willing to walk residents through leasing and move-in steps. Multiple reviewers call out specific team members by name and describe good communication during applications, tours, and questions after moving in. Even among mixed experiences, some residents still single out individual staff members as being patient and helpful when they could reach them.

caveat 9 reviews mention this

Pest problems come up often

Residents describe ongoing pest and infestation concerns.

Several reviews describe roaches and other bugs, including claims that infestation started after moving in or spread from nearby units. Residents also describe repeated pest-control activity alongside complaints that the problem persisted or that access and follow-through were inconsistent. A few reviews add that pest-related gaps in walls and baseboards were not promptly sealed, contributing to the concern.

caveat 14 reviews mention this

Communication and management are criticized

Residents sometimes report poor communication from management.

Multiple reviews criticize management for unreturned calls or slow follow-up, including complaints that residents had to keep calling or physically visit the office to get answers. Some residents describe disputes over fees, deposits, or lease terms where they felt management was unresponsive or refused help. Others mention frustration with how issues were handled, including how appointments, repairs, or responses did not match what residents say they were told.

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Features

Types of Care

  • Active Adult Communities (55+) Active Adult Communities (55+)

Transportation

  • Jacksonville International (13 miles away) Jacksonville International (13 miles away)

Nearby Places of Interest

Pharmacies

  • Walgreens (1 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (1.8 miles)
  • Walgreens (2.4 miles)
  • Walgreens (2.5 miles)
  • Winn-Dixie (2.8 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (2.9 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (3 miles)

Physicians

  • Memorial Family Medicine - University (1.1 miles)
  • Wolchok Eye Associates, PA (2.6 miles)
  • Family Care Partners (2.9 miles)
  • Family Allergy & Asthma Consultants (3.1 miles)
  • Jax Vision Care (3.1 miles)
  • Jacksonville Orthopaedic Institute (3.3 miles)
  • Nemours Children's Clinic (3.4 miles)

Cafes

  • Starbucks (1.7 miles)
  • Southern Grounds (2.9 miles)
  • European Street Cafe (3.4 miles)
  • The Local - San J (4.4 miles)
  • European Street Cafe (5.4 miles)
  • Starbucks (5.5 miles)
  • Starbucks (5.8 miles)

Hospitals

  • Baptist Primary Care (2.2 miles)
  • Brooks Rehabilitation Hospital (2.5 miles)
  • Childrens Medical Services (3.5 miles)
  • UF Health Jacksonville Towers (3.6 miles)
  • UF Health of Jacksonville (3.7 miles)
  • Ascension St Vincent's Riverside (5.1 miles)

Restaurants

  • McDonald's (2.6 miles)
  • McDonald's (2.8 miles)
  • Bb's Restaurant And Bar (2.9 miles)
  • The Bearded Pig (2.9 miles)
  • Uptown Kitchen & Bar (2.9 miles)
  • McDonald's (3 miles)
  • Fred Cotten's Landmark BBQ (3 miles)

Parks

  • Riverfront Park (3.5 miles)
  • Adams Park (6 miles)
  • Sutton Lakes Playground (6 miles)

Places of Worship

  • Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints (3.6 miles)
  • Allen Chapel Ame Church (4.2 miles)
  • Riverside United Church of Christ (5.6 miles)
  • The River at Jacksonville (5.9 miles)

Transportation

  • Craig Air Center (5.4 miles)

Theaters

  • Cinemark Tinseltown and XD (5.4 miles)

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