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The Bridgewater Apartments in Carmel, IN

The Bridgewater Apartments is an assisted living community in Carmel, IN.

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The Bridgewater Apartments in Carmel, IN

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  • Interior

    A modern dining area with a round table and vibrant yellow chairs, accented by a decorative shelf in the background.
  • Outdoors

    A small playground featuring a slide, swing set, and picnic table in an outdoor park setting.
  • Decor

    A neatly organized bathroom with a walk-in closet, featuring a toilet, sink, and decorative elements.
  • Living Room

    A cozy living room featuring a stone fireplace, wooden furniture, and comfortable armchairs.
  • Architecture

    A spacious outdoor swimming pool area in front of a modern house.
  • Windows

    Spacious living room with a loft area and modern design elements.
  • Kitchen

    A modern kitchen with dark wood cabinets and stainless steel appliances.

14916 Riverdale Drive S., Carmel, IN 46033

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4 from 88 reviews
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Overall Review of The Bridgewater Apartments

common 25 reviews mention this

Staff and maintenance feel responsive

Residents frequently describe staff and maintenance as quick, professional, and attentive.

Many residents say requests are handled promptly and that maintenance follows through in a professional way. Several reviews specifically mention quick help during issues or weather events, with work orders handled and streets cleared. Others praise the way the office staff communicates and supports residents, including being responsive to questions and concerns. A few residents also report problems getting help, but the overall pattern in reviews leans strongly toward responsiveness and support.

common 8 reviews mention this

Pool, gym, and outdoor perks

The pool, gym, and outdoor spaces are recurring highlights in residents’ feedback.

Residents repeatedly point to community amenities like the pool and exercise spaces, and they describe the areas as clean and well kept. Reviews also mention features beyond the basics, including walking trails, grilling areas, and a dog park. A couple of reviews call out specific limitations or missing functionality, like the hot tub not working or not being available anymore. Even with those issues, residents continue to describe the amenity set—especially around recreation and outdoors—as a major part of the appeal.

caveat 5 reviews mention this

Noise can be a dealbreaker

Noise from neighboring units comes up often enough to affect comfort for some residents.

Some reviews describe noise as a persistent problem, including complaints about upstairs neighbors and the feeling that walls are thin. A resident who did not renew also describes multiple instances of noise that they say were not addressed, and another notes noise complaints were not handled to their satisfaction. Even among more positive experiences, one review still lists noise from above and below as a downside. Overall, noise sensitivity appears to be an important consideration at this community.

caveat 10 reviews mention this

Management, pricing, and move-out fees

Several reviews criticize management around pricing changes and move-out charges.

While many residents praise staff, a separate set of reviews raises concerns about management handling of costs and communication. Some residents describe rent increases, price differences, or charges they felt were unfair or not explained, including move-out “miscellaneous” fees. There are also complaints that the leasing office was difficult to reach by phone and that residents had to escalate issues to get answers. These concerns are prominent enough that some reviewers urge others not to move in or to be careful financially.

common 5 reviews mention this

Leasing experience with named agents

Leasing interactions are often described as friendly, knowledgeable, and easy to navigate.

A few reviews focus on the touring and leasing process, describing specific agents as approachable and helpful. Residents mention being able to get questions answered and highlight smooth lease steps after touring. One review also credits a welcoming in-office contact and support during move-in. On the whole, the buying and move-in experience comes through more positively than the management and fee concerns raised in other reviews.

common 4 reviews mention this

Close to shopping and parks

Residents describe the location as convenient to stores, entertainment, and everyday needs.

Several reviews mention being close to shopping, main roads, and activities, while still feeling tucked into the area. Others also reference nearby walking opportunities as part of the daily routine. The community’s location is supported by nearby retail and service options, including nearby pharmacies and dining. Parks and nature options are also close by, matching what residents say they value about access.

How we summarize

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Features

Housing

  • 21 resident community capacity 21 resident community capacity

Types of Care

  • Assisted Living Assisted Living

Amenities

  • Beauty salon Beauty salon
  • Cable or satellite TV Cable or satellite TV
  • Dining room Dining room
  • Fully furnished Fully furnished
  • Garden Garden
  • Housekeeping services Housekeeping services
  • Kitchenette Kitchenette
  • Move-in coordination Move-in coordination
  • Outdoor space Outdoor space
  • Telephone Telephone
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available

Transportation

  • Indianapolis International (23 miles away) Indianapolis International (23 miles away)

Care Services

  • 24-hour call system 24-hour call system
  • 24-hour supervision 24-hour supervision
  • Activities of daily living assistance Activities of daily living assistance
  • 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
  • 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
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions

Activities

  • Community-sponsored activities Community-sponsored activities
  • Resident-run activities Resident-run activities
  • Scheduled daily activities Scheduled daily activities

Nearby Places of Interest

Pharmacies

  • Indianapolis Stores (0.3 miles)
  • Walgreens (0.3 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (1.2 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (2.4 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (2.9 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (3.7 miles)
  • Meijer Pharmacy (3.9 miles)

Physicians

  • Sumita Jain, MD - IU Health Physicians Primary Care (1.1 miles)
  • Riverview Health Pavillion (1.4 miles)
  • Dermatology (2 miles)
  • St Vincent Physician Network (2 miles)
  • Indiana Health Group (2.9 miles)
  • St.Vincent Carmel Hospital (3.1 miles)
  • Orthopedics Of Indianapolis (3.2 miles)

Places of Worship

  • Hazel Dell Christian Church (1.3 miles)
  • Orchard Park Presbyterian Church (4.8 miles)

Restaurants

  • McDonald's (1.4 miles)
  • Chipotle Mexican Grill (1.5 miles)
  • Kona Grill (2.1 miles)
  • McDonald's (2.8 miles)
  • Union Brewing Company (3 miles)
  • The Italian House on Park (3.2 miles)
  • Urban Vines (3.5 miles)

Cafes

  • Panera Bread (1.7 miles)
  • Starbucks (5.2 miles)
  • Starbucks (5.5 miles)
  • Starbucks (6.5 miles)

Parks

  • Cool Creek Park & Nature Center (1.8 miles)
  • Meadowlark Park (2.7 miles)
  • Founders Park (3.3 miles)
  • Gray Road Park (4.2 miles)
  • Central Park Playground (4.6 miles)
  • Westfield Grand Park Sports Complex (5.1 miles)
  • Lakeside Park (6.1 miles)

Hospitals

  • Riley Hospital For Children (2.1 miles)
  • Franciscan St Francis Health (4.4 miles)
  • Indiana Surgery Center (5 miles)

Theaters

  • Flix Brewhouse (3.4 miles)
  • Regal Ua Galaxy - Indianapolis (6.5 miles)

Transportation

  • National Car Rental (3.7 miles)

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