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Bradford Commons in Bangor, ME

Bradford Commons is a senior community in Bangor, ME.

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Bradford Commons in Bangor, ME

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201 Husson Ave, Bangor, ME 04401

To contact a resident: (207) 947-6081

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

3.9 from 80 reviews
5 stars
42
4 stars
11
3 stars
15
2 stars
4
1 stars
8

Overall Review of Bradford Commons

caveat 3 reviews mention this

Maintenance and snow removal complaints

Several residents say upkeep and snow removal fall short.

Some reviews criticize maintenance and management follow-through, including flooding from stormwater backups and contractors doing work they describe as rushed. Others specifically call out snow removal problems, including snow being handled in ways they felt were unsafe for accessible parking. A separate review also describes a poor maintenance system and long periods without updates like painting or replacing rugs.

common 6 reviews mention this

Staff gets praise for care

Residents frequently describe the staff as friendly and genuinely caring.

Multiple reviews mention positive staff interactions, from friendly day-to-day contact to excellent support. One long-term resident highlights management and leasing team members by name as caring and compassionate. Even amid mixed experiences, other reviews still describe the staff favorably and say people are treated well.

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Clean grounds and cleanliness varies

Residents describe both clean grounds and cleanliness lapses.

Several reviews praise the grounds as clean and well kept, including one mentioning that the grounds are always clean. Others focus on apartments being clean and welcoming, and a review describing the complex as secure and clean. At the same time, at least one resident reports cleanliness issues in shared hallways and stairwells, plus trash they felt was not addressed consistently.

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Security concerns show up repeatedly

Some residents report break-ins and worry about safety.

A few reviews describe criminal incidents affecting their sense of security, including being robbed and a break-in involving neighbors they say they did not feel management adequately addressed. Another resident says a break-in led them to move right away and recommends keeping doors locked. One review balances this by calling the complex secure, but security concerns still appear often enough to be a recurring theme.

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Affordability and low-income context

Cost is a noticeable theme, especially for budget limits.

Some reviews frame the complex through an affordability lens, describing relatively low pricing and a low-income housing context. One resident also says pricing was low compared with retail when not using section 8, while another implies the community is shifting toward low-income housing. Together, the reviews suggest many residents view the value proposition as a key part of why people choose the community.

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Close to services and transportation

Residents like the convenience of nearby shopping and transport.

Two reviews emphasize convenience, saying the community is close to everyday destinations and that there’s bus service for getting around. Nearby options include a major medical center and pharmacy within about half a mile, plus common dining and fast-food within roughly half a mile.

common 4 reviews mention this

Apartments updated, but some dated

Residents mention both updates and apartment aging.

Some reviews say the apartments are being updated, including work described as improvements inside and out. At the same time, multiple reviews also refer to the apartments as dated or describe delays in things like painting or replacing rugs. Overall, residents’ comments suggest a mix of renovation progress and aging features.

How we summarize

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Features

Types of Care

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

Amenities

  • Activities on-site Activities on-site
  • Devotional services off-site Devotional services off-site
  • Indoor common areas Indoor common areas

Transportation

  • Bangor International (2 miles away) Bangor International (2 miles away)

Care Services

  • Ambulatory care Ambulatory care
  • Diabetic care Diabetic care

Dining

  • Meals provided Meals provided

Activities

  • Activities on-site Activities on-site
  • Devotional activities offsite Devotional activities offsite

Nearby Places of Interest

This area of Bangor, Maine, offers convenient access to a variety of healthcare facilities, including Eastern Maine Medical Center and St. Joseph Hospital, as well as a range of physicians' offices and pharmacies. There are also several dining options nearby, such as McDonald's and Pizza Hut, for those looking for quick and easy meal choices. Additionally, there are places of worship, parks like Chapin Park and the Bangor Dog Park, transportation services like Dick's Taxi and car rental options, as well as entertainment venues like Bangor Mall Cinemas 10. Overall, this area provides a mix of essential amenities that cater to a senior living lifestyle with ease and convenience.

Hospitals

  • Eastern Maine Medical Center (0.2 miles)
  • St Joseph CBO (0.9 miles)
  • St Joseph Hospital (1 miles)
  • St Joseph Healthcare Park (1 miles)
  • Northern Light Acadia Hospital (1.1 miles)
  • Sleep Center of Maine (1.8 miles)
  • Eastern Maine Healthcare Systems (1.8 miles)

Physicians

  • Husson Pediatrics (0.2 miles)
  • Pandey, Sanjay Saint Joseph Internal Medicine (0.5 miles)
  • Baldacci John (0.6 miles)
  • Mark Henderson (0.7 miles)
  • Northeast Neurosurgery (0.9 miles)
  • Medimaine Health Associates (0.9 miles)
  • Ent Northern Lights Bangor (0.9 miles)

Pharmacies

  • Walgreens (0.3 miles)
  • Westgate Pharmacy (1 miles)
  • Walgreens (1.1 miles)
  • PCHC - Penobscot Community Health Center Pharmacy (1.1 miles)
  • Pchc Pharmacies (1.2 miles)
  • Hannaford Pharmacy (1.3 miles)
  • Affiliated Pharmacy Service (1.3 miles)

Restaurants

  • McDonald's (0.4 miles)
  • Pizza Hut (0.5 miles)
  • KFC (0.5 miles)
  • Dorr Lobster Seafood Market (0.5 miles)
  • Dysart's Restaurant Broadway (0.9 miles)
  • Gifford's Famous Ice Cream (0.9 miles)
  • Wendy's (1.2 miles)

Cafes

  • Tim Hortons (0.5 miles)
  • West Market Square Artisan Coffeehouse (1.7 miles)

Places of Worship

  • Glad Tidings Church (0.8 miles)
  • First United Methodist Church (0.9 miles)
  • Grace Church Bangor (1.5 miles)

Parks

  • Bangor Dog Park (1 miles)
  • City of Bangor Parks & Recreation (1.3 miles)
  • Chapin Park (1.6 miles)

Transportation

  • Dick's Taxi (1.6 miles)
  • Car Rental Bangor (1.7 miles)
  • Dl6219 Bgr-Lga (1.8 miles)
  • Bangor International Airport (BGR) (1.8 miles)
  • Bangor Airport baggage claim (1.8 miles)
  • Uhaul (1.9 miles)

Theaters

  • Bangor Mall Cinemas 10 (1.7 miles)
  • Queen City Cinema Club (1.8 miles)

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