The Gardens of Port St. Lucie offers competitive pricing for its studio accommodations, with a monthly cost of $2,500. This is significantly lower than the average rates in St. Lucie County, which stand at approximately $3,880, and even more favorable compared to the statewide average of $3,823. Such cost efficiency positions The Gardens as an appealing option for those seeking quality senior living solutions without compromising their budget while ensuring a comfortable and supportive environment.
Floor plans
The Gardens of Port St. Lucie
St. Lucie County
Florida
Studio
$2,500
$3,880
$3,823
Overall Review of The Gardens of Port St. Lucie
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Care team feels compassionate
Residents and families consistently describe a compassionate, attentive team.
Across reviews, families repeatedly say the staff is kind, supportive, and responsive to residentsâ needs. Several also mention communication and follow-through, including staff checking on residents and keeping families informed. A few reviews specifically mention nursing and caregivers taking the time to understand individual needs and comfort. Even in less favorable comments, reviewers still describe helpfulness from certain front-desk or reception staff.
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Dining gets strong praise
Dining stands out for being consistently enjoyable for residents.
Multiple reviews highlight meals as tasty and satisfying, with residents enjoying the food and families noting it as a positive part of the day. Several also describe variety and that meal service includes choices, with some mentioning room delivery. A smaller number of reviews raise meal-related issues such as meals arriving cold or options being limited at times, but they are in the minority. Overall, dining shows up as a frequent, concrete reason people feel satisfied day to day.
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Assistance and medical support
Residents can get help with daily care and medication needs as described in reviews.
Residents and families describe staff assisting with daily routines and responding as health needs change, including help with bathing, dressing, transfers, and medication. Several reviews mention accurate care assessments and being able to receive the level of support required without having to move right away. Reviews tied to rehab or skilled nursing also describe therapy and nursing involvement during recovery periods. At the same time, a few reviewers express concerns about staffing levels and the consistency of care, so experiences appear mixed depending on timing and needs.
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Activities keep residents engaged
Many residents stay engaged thanks to scheduled activities and outings.
Reviews frequently mention scheduled daily activities, music, games, and opportunities to socialize, with some residents describing specific favorites like bingo and live entertainment. Several also note transportation for outings and doctor appointments, which helps families feel supported. A few reviews say there were periods with fewer activities or that residents werenât participating, and one reviewer says more could be done. Still, activities show up as a recurring day-to-day strength for many people.
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Pricing is below local benchmarks
Pricing is positioned as lower than county and state benchmarks for studios.
For studio pricing, the communityâs listed baseline is below both county and state benchmarks. Reviews also include comments that the overall cost felt like good value compared with other places families toured, including mentions of affordability. Some reviewers also reference affordability as part of what made the decision easier. A separate set of reviews focus less on price and more on staffing, meals, or maintenance, suggesting value can coexist with operational concerns.
caveat
Maintenance and staffing can vary
Some reviews flag issues with staffing availability or maintenance follow-through.
While many reviews praise responsiveness, there are recurring complaints about when repairs are needed and how quickly help is available. A few reviewers mention being unable to find maintenance promptly for fixes, or cite concerns about cleanliness and odors. Staffing is another concern in a small number of reviews, including claims of being short-staffed and inconsistent care. Taken together, the overall experience appears stronger in many stories, but these operational issues are significant enough to show up more than once.
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Features
Housing
110 resident community capacity
Studio apartments
Types of Care
Assisted Living
Skilled Nursing Facility
Amenities
Activities off-site
Activities on-site
Air-conditioning
Beautician on-site
Beauty salon
Cable or satellite TV
Computer center
Devotional services off-site
Devotional services on-site
Dining room
Financing advice
Fitness room
Fully furnished
Gaming room
Garden
Guasts at mealtime
Housekeeping services
Indoor common areas
Kitchenette
Laundry
Move-in coordination
Outdoor common areas
Outdoor space
Private bathrooms
Resident parking
Respite or short term stays offered
Restaurant-style dining
Small library
TV room
Telephone
Wellness center
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available
Transportation
Community operated transportation
Transportation & parking
Transportation arrangement
Care Services
24-hour call system
24-hour supervision
Activities of daily living assistance
Ambulatory care
Assistance with bathing
Assistance with dressing
Assistance with transfers
Coordination with health care providers
Diabetes diet
Diabetic care
Incontinence care
Meal preparation and service
Medication management
Mental wellness program
Physical therapy
Special dietary restrictions
Transportation arrangement (medical)
Transportation to doctors appointments
Dining
Diabetes diet
Guest meals
Low / no sodium
Meals provided
No Sugar
Restaurant style dining
Room service
Special dietary restrictions
Activities
Activities off-site
Activities on-site
Arts and crafts
Book club
Community-sponsored activities
Concierge services
Devotional activities offsite
Devotional activities on-site
Educational speakers / life long learning
Fitness programs
Games
Gardening club
Planned day trips
Religious services
Resident-run activities
Scheduled daily activities
Stories
Wii bowling
Yoga / chair yoga
Languages Spoken
English
Nearby Places of Interest
Physicians
Tender Care Pediatrics (0.1 miles)
Treasure Coast Cancer Care Center (0.2 miles)
Heart and Family Health Institute - Cardiology (0.2 miles)
The Gardens of Port St. Lucie offers competitive pricing for its studio accommodations, with a monthly cost of $2,500. This is significantly lower than the average rates in St. Lucie County, which stand at approximately $3,880, and even more favorable compared to the statewide average of $3,823. Such cost efficiency positions The Gardens as an appealing option for those seeking quality senior living solutions without compromising their budget while ensuring a comfortable and supportive environment.
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110 resident community capacity
Studio apartments
Assisted Living
Skilled Nursing Facility
Activities off-site
Air-conditioning
Beautician on-site
Cable or satellite TV
Computer center
Devotional services off-site
Dining room
Financing advice
Fitness room
Fully furnished
Gaming room
Garden
Housekeeping services
Indoor common areas
Kitchenette
Laundry
Move-in coordination
Outdoor common areas
Private bathrooms
Resident parking
Respite or short term stays offered
Restaurant-style dining
Small library
Telephone
Wellness center
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available
Community operated transportation
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)
Arts and crafts
Book club
Concierge services
Educational speakers / life long learning
Games
Planned day trips
Wii bowling
English
Clean, welcoming facility with engaging activities and good dining.
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