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Linton Street Facility in South Portland, ME

Linton Street Facility is an assisted living community in South Portland, ME.

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66 Linton Street, South Portland, ME 04106

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3.8 from 102 reviews
5 stars
45
4 stars
22
3 stars
15
2 stars
7
1 stars
13

Overall Review of Linton Street Facility

common 18 reviews mention this

Clean rooms are a frequent plus

Residents frequently describe the rooms as clean and well kept.

Many reviews emphasize cleanliness, including rooms that felt spotless on arrival and bathrooms described as clean and disinfected. A number of guests also highlight tidy details like well-maintained rooms and housekeeping that leaves things immaculate. There are also a few negative cleanliness notes, including complaints about pests and issues like damaged linens or smoke odor, which temper the overall picture.

common 23 reviews mention this

Staff and owners get praise

Customer service and staff helpfulness are repeatedly mentioned by guests.

Reviewers often describe the staff and owners as friendly, helpful, and understanding, with praise for responsiveness and accommodating requests. Several guests mention positive experiences with check-in support, quick help, and respectful service. A smaller number of reviews go the other direction, with complaints about rude interactions or service problems, but the overall tone about support is largely positive.

differentiator 14 reviews mention this

Convenient area for food and errands

Reviews repeatedly point to a convenient location near everyday stops.

Residents commonly mention convenience—restaurants, convenience stores, and other day-to-day options within walking distance. Several reviews also reference easy access to the surrounding Portland area and nearby transit options. That lines up with what the area around the facility offers, including pharmacies, cafes, and restaurants nearby.

caveat 12 reviews mention this

Value is mixed on pricing

Guests disagree about whether the pricing matches the room.

Some reviews call it a good deal for the price, noting reasonable weekly rates and affordability for short stays. Others say it feels pricey for what the rooms offer, and a few describe being charged more than expected. Overall, pricing seems to depend on what rate a guest gets and the condition of the specific room they receive.

caveat 10 reviews mention this

Rooms feel outdated to some

A recurring concern is that rooms can feel run down or in need of updates.

Several reviews mention the property or rooms looking outdated, run down, or needing renovations such as bathroom updates. Even among positive experiences, some guests note aging decor, dated bedding, or older carpeting. At the same time, other reviewers still describe the rooms as clean and adequate, so the condition issue appears uneven from stay to stay.

How we summarize

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Features

Housing

  • 2 resident community capacity 2 resident community capacity

Types of Care

  • Assisted Living Assisted Living

Amenities

  • Cable or satellite TV Cable or satellite TV
  • Dining room Dining room
  • Fully furnished Fully furnished
  • Garden Garden
  • Housekeeping services Housekeeping services
  • 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

  • Portland International Jetport (1 miles away) Portland International Jetport (1 miles away)

Care Services

  • 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
  • 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
  • Scheduled daily activities Scheduled daily activities

Nearby Places of Interest

Pharmacies

  • Walgreens (0.6 miles)
  • Hannaford Bros (1.2 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (1.8 miles)
  • The Pharmacy (2.1 miles)
  • Target Pharmacy (2.2 miles)
  • Wellness Connection of Maine (2.4 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (2.5 miles)

Places of Worship

  • Thornton Heights United Methodist Church (0.6 miles)

Restaurants

  • El Rodeo (0.8 miles)
  • The Shipyard Brewpub (1.1 miles)
  • Cracker Barrel (1.7 miles)
  • Sebago Brewing Co (2 miles)
  • Hot Suppa (2.4 miles)
  • Uncharted Tea (2.4 miles)
  • Bao Bao Dumpling House (2.5 miles)

Physicians

  • Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Associates (0.9 miles)
  • Chest Medicine Associates (1.2 miles)
  • Portland bone and joint specialists (1.2 miles)
  • Edward J Bilotti, MD - Corecover (1.2 miles)
  • Seacoast Hand Therapy (1.2 miles)
  • Greater portland Pediatric (1.3 miles)
  • Eyecare Medical Group (1.7 miles)

Transportation

  • PWM Baggage Claim (1.1 miles)
  • Portland International Jetport (PWM) (1.1 miles)
  • Northeast Air (1.2 miles)
  • Portland Transportation Center (1.7 miles)

Hospitals

  • Mercy Hospital (1.6 miles)
  • Maine Medical Center - Chaplain's Office (2.1 miles)
  • The Barbara Bush Children's Hospital (2.1 miles)
  • Mercy Hospital Infusion Unit (2.4 miles)
  • Maine Medical Center-Brighton Campus (2.4 miles)
  • HealthSouth (2.5 miles)

Parks

  • Thompsons Point (1.7 miles)
  • Western Promenade Park (1.8 miles)
  • Deering Oaks Park (2.5 miles)
  • Congress Square Park (2.6 miles)
  • Bug Light Park (2.8 miles)

Cafes

  • Starbucks (1.7 miles)
  • The Holy Donut (2.2 miles)
  • Tandem Coffee + Bakery (2.3 miles)
  • Yordprom Coffee Shop (2.3 miles)
  • Starbucks (2.5 miles)
  • Starbucks (2.6 miles)
  • Bintliff's American Cafe (2.6 miles)

Theaters

  • Patriot Cinemas (3 miles)

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