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Greenview Place in Chicago, IL

Greenview Place is an assisted living community in Chicago, IL.

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Greenview Place in Chicago, IL

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1501 West Melrose Street, Chicago, IL 60657

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4.1 from 27 reviews
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Greenview Place Costs & Pricing

Greenview Place offers competitive pricing for its accommodations, with costs that are generally lower than both Cook County and the broader state of Illinois. For a private room, residents at Greenview Place pay $3,452 per month, significantly less than the Cook County average of $5,168 and the Illinois average of $5,049. The studio option is attractively priced at $3,500, which also falls below the county's rate of $3,762 and the state's average of $4,028. Interestingly, while the price for a one-bedroom unit at Greenview Place is set at $4,000, it surpasses both the county's figure of $3,256 and the state's average of $3,527. Overall, this pricing structure presents a compelling value proposition for potential residents looking for quality living arrangements at an accessible cost.

Floor plansGreenview PlaceCook CountyIllinois
Private$3,452$5,168$5,049
Studio$3,500$3,762$4,028
1 Bedroom$4,000$3,256$3,527

Overall Review of Greenview Place

common 25 reviews mention this

Staff warmth and responsiveness stands out

Residents and visitors repeatedly describe staff who feel welcoming and helpful.

A consistent theme across reviews is how people are greeted and treated, with many describing the staff as friendly, kind, and attentive. Several reviews also mention staff professionalism and positive day-to-day interactions with care teams, maintenance, and dining staff. Even in the more critical reviews, residents describe specific staffing problems, which still keeps “staff experience” as the dominant thread.

common 11 reviews mention this

Cleanliness is frequently mentioned

Many reviewers highlight the facility’s clean look and overall upkeep.

Multiple reviews say the building and common areas are clean, comfortable, and welcoming. Some residents also describe rooms as clean and note that cleanliness can vary depending on who is handling cleaning tasks. A few critical reviews mention cleaning-related complaints, like issues with rugs and shower floor installation, which balance the overall positive cleanliness comments.

common 9 reviews mention this

Dining gets mixed feedback

Food quality and variety draw both praise and complaints.

Dining shows up frequently, with several residents saying the food is good, having meals ready, or enjoying the taste and choices. Other reviewers raise concerns about food being horrible, running out of food, or having menu items removed. The community also offers restaurant-style dining and meal options for special dietary needs, which aligns with how residents discuss what is served and how flexible it feels.

  • A cozy kitchen and dining area featuring a small table with two chairs, wooden cabinets, and decorative wall art.
caveat 6 reviews mention this

Care support levels vary by reviewer

Reviews describe supportive care, but assistance can feel inconsistent.

Some residents describe hands-on support, including being seen and having medications delivered, along with nurse and CNA presence during set hours. Others say the level of care is lacking and that it can be difficult to get help, with complaints about staff behavior and rude DSPs. The reviews collectively suggest that care experiences differ from person to person, even within the same assisted living setting.

common 5 reviews mention this

Activities keep many residents busy

Residents mention a busy schedule of on-site activities.

Several reviews point to frequent activities like movies, bingo, exercises, and group games, and describe an activity calendar with options. A few residents also mention regular outings such as weekly trips, plus cooking sessions led by a chef. Reviews also note that participation can depend on the person, with some saying they weren’t pressured to join while others found the program engaging.

How we summarize

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Features

Housing

  • 15 resident community capacity 15 resident community capacity
  • 1-bedroom apartments 1-bedroom apartments
  • Studio apartments Studio apartments

Types of Care

  • Assisted Living Assisted Living

Pets

  • Cats allowed Cats allowed

Amenities

  • Activities on-site Activities on-site
  • Air-conditioning Air-conditioning
  • Beautician on-site Beautician on-site
  • 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
  • Financial aid Financial aid
  • Fully furnished Fully furnished
  • Garden Garden
  • Handicap accessible Handicap accessible
  • 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
  • TV room TV room
  • Telephone Telephone
  • Wheelchair accessible showers Wheelchair accessible showers
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available

Transportation

  • Chicago Midway (12 miles away) Chicago Midway (12 miles away)
  • Chicago O'Hare International (12 miles away) Chicago O'Hare International (12 miles away)
  • Transportation & parking Transportation & parking

Nearby Metro Stations

  • Metro Station Addison   
  • Metro Station Belmont    
  • Metro Station Diversey   
  • Metro Station Paulina  
  • Metro Station Southport  
  • Metro Station Wellington   

Care Services

  • 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
  • Meal preparation and service Meal preparation and service
  • Medication management Medication management
  • 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
  • Guest meals Guest meals
  • Meals provided Meals provided
  • Restaurant style dining Restaurant style dining
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions

Activities

  • Activities off-site Activities off-site
  • Art classes Art classes
  • Arts and crafts Arts and crafts
  • Catholic services Catholic services
  • Community-sponsored activities Community-sponsored activities
  • 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
  • Happy hour Happy hour
  • Karaoke Karaoke
  • Live musical performances Live musical performances
  • Protestant services Protestant services
  • Scheduled daily activities Scheduled daily activities
  • Stretching classes Stretching classes
  • Yoga / chair yoga Yoga / chair yoga

Languages Spoken

  • English English

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Nearby Places of Interest

This area of Chicago, Illinois offers a convenient and bustling urban environment with easy access to essential amenities. There are multiple pharmacies within close proximity, ensuring easy access to medications and health supplies. A variety of restaurants cater to different tastes, providing options for dining out. Public transportation options are available nearby, making it easy to navigate the city without the need for a car. Several parks offer opportunities for outdoor recreation and relaxation. The presence of hospitals and dental specialists in the vicinity ensures access to healthcare services. Additionally, there are cafes for socializing and enjoying a cup of coffee, as well as a theater for entertainment. Overall, this area provides a vibrant community with diverse offerings that may appeal to seniors looking for an active and connected lifestyle in their retirement years.

Pharmacies

  • Walgreens (0.2 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (0.6 miles)
  • Walgreens (0.9 miles)
  • Walgreens (1 miles)
  • Walgreens (1.1 miles)
  • Walgreens (1.1 miles)
  • Walgreens (1.2 miles)

Restaurants

  • Will's Northwoods Inn (0.5 miles)
  • McDonald's (0.5 miles)
  • Murphy's Bleachers (0.9 miles)
  • Roscoe's (0.9 miles)
  • Lucky Horse Shoe Lounge (0.9 miles)
  • Hydrate (0.9 miles)
  • Las Mananitas Mexican Restaurant (1 miles)

Transportation

  • CTA - Belmont (0.7 miles)
  • Cta (0.8 miles)
  • CTA - Fullerton (1.3 miles)
  • Cta (1.8 miles)
  • Cta (3.8 miles)

Parks

  • Hamlin Park (0.8 miles)
  • Wrightwood Park (0.8 miles)
  • Churchill Field Park (1.9 miles)
  • Churchill Field Park (1.9 miles)
  • Horner Park (2.1 miles)
  • Palmer Square Park (2.2 miles)
  • Wicker Park (2.3 miles)

Hospitals

  • Advocate Illinois Masonic Medical Center (0.8 miles)
  • Swedish Covenant Hospital Cancer Care (2.9 miles)
  • Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago (3.8 miles)

Cafes

  • Starbucks (1.1 miles)
  • Starbucks (1.2 miles)
  • Starbucks (1.2 miles)
  • Starbucks (1.5 miles)
  • Starbucks (1.7 miles)
  • Starbucks (2.6 miles)
  • Starbucks (3.9 miles)

Theaters

  • Regal Webster Place (1.3 miles)

Physicians

  • Lincoln Park Dental Specialists (2.2 miles)

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