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Golden Oaks Apartments in Kansas City, MO

Golden Oaks Apartments is a senior community in Kansas City, MO.

Information last verified:

4319 N Holmes St, Kansas City, MO 64116

To contact a resident: (816) 454-5565

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

3.7 from 60 reviews
5 stars
27
4 stars
9
3 stars
12
2 stars
2
1 stars
10

Overall Review of Golden Oaks Apartments

common 6 reviews mention this

Management oversight feels strong

Residents mention management presence that affects day-to-day safety and follow-through.

Several reviews describe a manager and maintenance team that are attentive—citing faster repairs and stable on-site leadership. Others raise safety concerns, including mentions of inadequate security and a general sense that the property doesn’t feel safe. Taken together, residents don’t agree on overall safety, but they consistently connect it to how management handles problems.

caveat 4 reviews mention this

Bugs and mold are a concern

Some residents report pest and mold issues that hurt confidence in the building.

A few reviews explicitly describe bugs, including roaches and bed bugs, along with mold. One review also says maintenance people don’t know what they’re doing, which residents link to these problems. Even though other residents praise cleanliness, these negative reports are specific enough to stand out.

caveat 4 reviews mention this

Maintenance and building upkeep vary

Maintenance responsiveness and building upkeep are inconsistent.

Some residents complain about delays or incomplete work, including maintenance not being done timely or accurately. There are also accessibility and upkeep issues, like a non-working elevator and poor maintenance of the property. Other reviews describe the apartments as well kept, but the recurring maintenance complaints add doubt about reliability.

caveat 2 reviews mention this

Activities are limited or dropped

Residents say activities for seniors have been lacking or inconsistent.

One review says there were no activities for tenants, and another describes a shift from having activities to having nothing after a director left. Both comments point to coordination and communication problems around resident programming. This theme contrasts with residents who describe a peaceful community, but it specifically addresses the availability of organized things to do.

common 3 reviews mention this

Neighbors and common areas feel friendly

Residents often describe a calm setting with friendly neighbors.

Multiple reviews highlight polite, friendly residents and a peaceful atmosphere. A few comments also connect the community feel to having neighbors who look out for one another. While some residents focus on safety or upkeep problems, the social tone described in the positive reviews is a consistent part of what residents value.

How we summarize

Counts show how many written reviews mention each theme; a review can touch several themes, and only frequently mentioned themes are displayed.

Features

Types of Care

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

Transportation

  • Kansas City International (12 miles away) Kansas City International (12 miles away)

Nearby Places of Interest

Pharmacies

  • CVS Pharmacy (0.3 miles)
  • Walgreens (1.6 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (2.9 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (3.6 miles)
  • Walgreens (4.4 miles)
  • Hy-Vee Pharmacy (4.7 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (4.8 miles)

Places of Worship

  • North Cross United Methodist Church (0.7 miles)
  • Gashland Presbyterian Church (4.7 miles)
  • Resurrection Downtown (5.4 miles)

Physicians

  • Meritas Health Corporation (1 miles)
  • Diagnostic Imaging Centers, P.A. (1.5 miles)
  • Retina Associates, PA (1.5 miles)
  • Veterans Evaluation Services (1.7 miles)
  • Graham Bruce D (1.8 miles)
  • Sunflower Dermatology & Medical Day Spay (1.8 miles)
  • Aggarwal Allergy Clinic (1.8 miles)

Restaurants

  • 54th Street Grill & Bar (1.6 miles)
  • Side Pockets (1.9 miles)
  • Jefferson's (2.1 miles)
  • Hawaiian Bros (2.2 miles)
  • Sonic Drive-In (2.6 miles)
  • McDonald's (2.7 miles)
  • Lost Bar (4.2 miles)

Cafes

  • Panera Bread (1.7 miles)
  • Blip Roasters (4.7 miles)
  • Friendly Bean Coffee (5.2 miles)
  • Starbucks (5.4 miles)
  • Messenger Coffee Co. (5.4 miles)
  • Mildred's (5.7 miles)
  • Panera Bread (6.1 miles)

Hospitals

  • North Kansas City Hospital (1.9 miles)
  • Children's Mercy Research Institute (6 miles)
  • Truman Medical Center (6 miles)
  • Saint Luke's Medical Group (6.7 miles)
  • Rehabilitation Services (6.8 miles)

Parks

  • Bar K Dog Bar (4 miles)
  • Paradise Falls (4.7 miles)
  • Budd Park (5 miles)
  • Barry Platte Park (5.8 miles)
  • Washington Square Park (6 miles)

Transportation

  • Amtrak Kansas City - Union Station (6 miles)
  • KC Streetcar (6 miles)

Theaters

  • AMC Barrywoods 24 (6.7 miles)

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