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3.4 from 113 reviews
5 stars
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4 stars
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3 stars
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2 stars
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1 stars
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Overall Review of Detroit Riverfront Oasis
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Maintenance response is mixed
Residents describe maintenance as either quick and professional or repeatedly slow.
Some residents say maintenance requests are addressed quickly and professionally, including fixes handled in a timely way after work orders. Others report long delays or unresolved issues, including plumbing problems, leaks, and equipment that never seems to get fully working again. Several reviews also describe frustration with communication and not getting timely follow-up from the office or maintenance team.
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Security and access raise questions
Gated access is a point of pride for some, while others report lapses.
Many residents mention the gated setup and describe security as helpful and responsive. Others say elevators, entry processes, or after-hours handling don’t provide the level of control they expected, with concerns about unauthorized access and package or visitor issues. A few reviews also point to ongoing problems like elevators being down, which compounds access concerns for daily life.
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Amenities can disappoint in use
Several amenities are offered, but reviews describe inconsistent availability and performance.
The community offers amenities such as a pool area, restaurant-style dining, fitness spaces, and a wellness center, so residents expect these features to work as advertised. Some reviews praise fitness and on-site conveniences, while others say the pool and hot tub are frequently closed or not properly functioning. There are also complaints about ongoing maintenance around amenities, including reports that certain advertised features were not open or not working as expected.
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View and location are recurring positives
The river and downtown access show up as consistent reasons people stay.
Multiple reviews highlight the river view and the convenience of being downtown, including easy access to nearby transit. Even among less favorable reviews, the view is often cited as a redeeming factor compared with other problems. Nearby places also reinforce that residents are surrounded by restaurants, cafes, pharmacies, and major medical centers within a few miles.
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Cleanliness and pests divide opinions
Residents report both well-kept common areas and serious odor and pest concerns.
Some residents describe clean hallways and positive feedback about housekeeping and staff who keep areas tidy. Other reviews mention persistent odors in common spaces and apartment issues tied to pests such as mice and insects, along with complaints about carpeting and refuse areas. Several reviews also connect these cleanliness issues to larger concerns about how problems are handled over time.
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Pricing and fees feel unclear
Some residents say costs and charges don’t match what they expected.
A number of reviews raise concerns about rent or charges increasing without clear explanation and about additional fees showing up unexpectedly. Others mention difficulty resolving billing issues after move-out or disputing charges. Several of these reviews also tie the cost concerns to maintenance and service problems, saying they pay more than they can justify based on the experience.
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Features
Housing
280 resident community capacity
Types of Care
Assisted Living
Amenities
Air-conditioning
Beauty salon
Cable or satellite TV
Computer center
Dining room
Fitness room
Fully furnished
Gaming room
Garden
Housekeeping services
Kitchenette
Move-in coordination
Outdoor space
Private bathrooms
Restaurant-style dining
Small library
Telephone
Wellness center
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available
Transportation
Detroit Metropolitan-Wayne County (17 miles away)
Community operated transportation
Transportation arrangement
Transportation arrangement (non-medical)
Care Services
12-16 hour nursing
24-hour call system
24-hour supervision
Activities of daily living assistance
Assistance with bathing
Assistance with dressing
Assistance with transfers
Coordination with health care providers
Diabetes diet
Meal preparation and service
Medication management
Mental wellness program
Special dietary restrictions
Transportation arrangement (medical)
Transportation to doctors appointments
Dining
Diabetes diet
Special dietary restrictions
Activities
Community-sponsored activities
Concierge services
Fitness programs
Planned day trips
Resident-run activities
Scheduled daily activities
Nearby Places of Interest
This area of Detroit, Michigan offers a variety of amenities and services that cater to senior living needs. With several restaurants, cafes, pharmacies, parks, physicians, places of worship, and hospitals in close proximity, residents have easy access to essential services. The neighborhood boasts popular dining options such as The Apparatus Room and Green Dot Stables, as well as healthcare facilities like Windsor Regional Hospital and DMC Heart Hospital. Additionally, the presence of parks such as Belle Isle Park and William G. Milliken State Park provides opportunities for outdoor recreation and leisure activities. Overall, this area presents a convenient and vibrant environment for seniors looking to settle down in Detroit.
Restaurants
The Apparatus Room (0.5 miles)
Lafayette Coney Island (0.6 miles)
Tap (0.7 miles)
Grand Trunk Pub (0.7 miles)
Green Dot Stables (0.8 miles)
The Brakeman (0.8 miles)
The Skip (0.9 miles)
Cafes
The Bean Bar (0.5 miles)
Tim Hortons (5 miles)
Qahwah House (6.3 miles)
Tim Hortons (7.1 miles)
Pharmacies
CVS Pharmacy (0.7 miles)
Rite Aid (2.1 miles)
Shoppers Drug Mart (2.2 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (2.4 miles)
Wellwise by Shoppers Drug Mart (2.5 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (2.6 miles)
Shoppers Drug Mart (2.7 miles)
Parks
William G. Milliken State Park and Harbor (1.6 miles)
Valade Park (2 miles)
Belle Isle Park (3.5 miles)
Hemlock Park (6 miles)
Matthew C Patterson Park (6.9 miles)
Windmill Pointe Park (7 miles)
Palmer Park (7.4 miles)
Physicians
Windsor Regional Hospital (1.6 miles)
University Health Center (2 miles)
Childrens Hospital Of Michigan Specialty Center - Detroit (2 miles)
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280 resident community capacity
Assisted Living
Air-conditioning
Beauty salon
Cable or satellite TV
Computer center
Dining room
Fitness room
Fully furnished
Gaming room
Garden
Housekeeping services
Kitchenette
Move-in coordination
Outdoor space
Private bathrooms
Restaurant-style dining
Small library
Telephone
Wellness center
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available
Detroit Metropolitan-Wayne County (17 miles away)
Community operated transportation
12-16 hour nursing
24-hour call system
Activities of daily living assistance
Assistance with bathing
Assistance with dressing
Assistance with transfers
Diabetes diet
Medication management
Mental wellness program
Special dietary restrictions
Transportation arrangement (medical)
Concierge services
Planned day trips
Riverfront location with extensive nearby amenities (pharmacies, physicians, hospitals, restaurants, parks).
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