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Garden Villas South in St. Louis, MO

Garden Villas South is an assisted living community in St. Louis, MO.

Information last verified: April 28, 2026

13457 Tesson Ferry Road, St. Louis, MO 63128

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

4.4 from 52 reviews

5 stars

35

4 stars

8

3 stars

6

2 stars

0

1 stars

3

Garden Villas South Costs & Pricing

Garden Villas South offers competitive pricing for various living arrangements when compared to the broader St. Louis County and Missouri averages. For a semi-private room, residents pay $2,615 per month, which is significantly lower than the county's average of $4,438 and the state average of $3,772. Similarly, studio apartments at Garden Villas South are priced at $3,150, making them more affordable than both the county's and state's respective averages of $4,203 and $3,418. One-bedroom units are available for $3,950, again providing a relative bargain compared to St. Louis County's average of $4,226 and Missouri's average of $3,349. Lastly, two-bedroom accommodations are offered at $4,800 per month - slightly exceeding the county's average of $4,658 but remaining well above the state average of $3,675. Overall, while some options may be on par or slightly higher than county benchmarks, Garden Villas South stands out as an economical choice in many categories when considering monthly costs across different room types.

Floor plans	Garden Villas South	St. Louis County	Missouri
Semi-Private	$2,615	$4,438	$3,772
Studio	$3,150	$4,203	$3,418
1 Bedroom	$3,950	$4,226	$3,349
2 Bedrooms	$4,800	$4,658	$3,675

Overall Review of Garden Villas South

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Dining and meal options stand out

Meals are a frequent high point, with residents highlighting variety and flexibility in dining plans.

Residents frequently describe the dining room and meals as very good, with menus that change and options to keep dining from feeling repetitive. Several people also mention flexibility such as off-menu choices and alternative meal-plan ideas. Some reviews note trade-offs around how many meals are included, and others mention occasional issues like meals being too salty or needing attention to dinner service.

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Staff are consistently described as helpful

Staff friendliness and helpfulness come up repeatedly in residents’ and families’ feedback.

Many reviews focus on staff being kind, friendly, and responsive—both in everyday interactions and during move-in discussions. Families also describe knowing residents and providing support without making them feel rushed. A smaller set of reviews raises concerns about administration responsiveness or staffing levels when more help is needed, but the overall tone still leans supportive.

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Community cleanliness and upkeep are praised

Multiple reviews mention strong cleanliness and visible property upkeep.

Several residents and visitors describe the facility as very clean, well maintained, and immaculate. Reviews also mention recent improvements like new carpeting and fresh paint, which reinforces the idea that the community stays cared for. Some residents mention the campus layout and grounds as well kept, while a few isolated comments point to specific service breakdowns rather than general cleanliness.

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Activities and happy hour keep residents engaged

Residents describe a packed schedule with games, entertainment, and outings.

Reviews repeatedly mention planned daily activities, social events, and favorites like bingo, happy hour, and games. Families also describe opportunities for entertainment—musicians, sing-alongs, and church activities—as well as trips and transportation for outings. A few notes suggest that some preferences can be limiting, such as wanting activities to start later or wanting more convenience in where to sit during dining-related routines.

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Parking and dining seating can frustrate

Parking limits and assigned dining seating create recurring friction for some residents and visitors.

One review highlights a shortage of visitor parking spots because residents have assigned, restricted spaces, which limits open spots. Another review also calls out assigned seating at dining, where the reviewer preferred more freedom to choose where to sit. In general, reviews that focus on logistics tend to be about convenience rather than the overall experience.

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Staffing levels may not always meet needs

Some residents and families worry staffing can be too low when additional help is needed.

A couple of reviews describe staffing as low and suggest that when extra assistance is required, it may not be available in the same level of care. One family also expresses concern that more staffing is needed overall. At the same time, many other reviews describe staff as attentive and quick to respond, so these concerns appear limited to certain situations or needs.

How we summarize

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Features

Housing

76 resident community capacity
1-bedroom apartments
2-bedroom apartments
Studio apartments

Types of Care

Assisted Living
Independent Living

Pets

Cats allowed
Dogs allowed

Amenities

Activities off-site
Activities on-site
Air-conditioning
Bath tubs
Beautician on-site
Beauty salon
Cable or satellite TV
Computer center
Devotional services off-site
Devotional services on-site
Dining room
Fitness room
Full kitchen
Fully furnished
Gaming room
Garden
Golf
Ground floor units
Handicap accessible
Housekeeping services
Indoor common areas
Kitchenette
Move-in coordination
Outdoor common areas
Outdoor space
Private bathrooms
Respite or short term stays offered
Restaurant-style dining
Small library
Swimming pool
Swimming pool / hot tub
TV room
Telephone
Wellness center
Wheelchair accessible showers
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available

Transportation

Lambert-St Louis International (18 miles away)
Community operated transportation
Transportation & parking
Transportation arrangement
Transportation arrangement (non-medical)

Care Services

12-16 hour nursing
24-hour call system
24-hour supervision
Activities of daily living assistance
Ambulatory care
Assistance with bathing
Assistance with dressing
Assistance with transfers
Coordination with health care providers
Diabetes diet
Diabetic care
Hospice waiver
Meal preparation and service
Medication management
Mental wellness program
Special dietary restrictions
Transportation arrangement (medical)
Transportation to doctors appointments

Dining

Anytime dining
Diabetes diet
Guest meals
International cuisine
Kosher
Low / no sodium
Meals provided
No Sugar
Organic
Professional chef
Restaurant style dining
Room service
Special dietary restrictions
Vegan
Vegetarian

Activities

Activities off-site
Art classes
Community-sponsored activities
Concierge services
Cooking classes
Day trips and outings
Devotional activities offsite
Devotional activities on-site
Educational speakers / life long learning
Fitness programs
Happy hour
Karaoke
Live dance or theater performances
Live musical performances
Live well programs
Planned day trips
Resident-run activities
Scheduled daily activities
Wine tasting

Nearby Places of Interest

This area of St. Louis, Missouri offers a variety of amenities and services that may appeal to seniors looking for convenient access to healthcare, recreational activities, dining options, and places of worship. With several physicians' offices nearby, including Esse Health and Signature Medical Group, as well as Mercy South Breast Cancer center for specialized care, residents have easy access to quality medical services. The area also features parks such as Suson County Park and Cliff Cave County Park for outdoor enjoyment, along with restaurants like Cracker Barrel and Tequila Mexican Restaurant for dining out. Additionally, there are pharmacies like Walgreens and Dierbergs nearby for prescription needs. Overall, this part of St. Louis provides a range of resources that could contribute to a comfortable and convenient senior living experience.

Physicians

Esse Health (0.7 miles)
Mercy South Breast Csncer (1.9 miles)
Signature Medical Group (2.2 miles)
Kebler, Robert Suburban Pediatrics (3.3 miles)
Crown Vision Center Oa (4.7 miles)
Timber Ridge Dentistry (7.4 miles)
Southwest Medical Center (7.7 miles)

Parks

Suson County Park (0.8 miles)
Fenton Missouri (3.5 miles)
Cliff Cave County Park (5.3 miles)
Spellman Park (5.6 miles)
Jefferson Barracks County Park (6.2 miles)
Grant's Trail (6.4 miles)
Mastodon playground (7.1 miles)

Restaurants

Cracker Barrel (1.6 miles)
Tequila Mexican Restaurant (2.1 miles)
Dave's Diner (2.4 miles)
Lee's Famous Recipe Chicken (2.6 miles)
Captain D's (2.6 miles)
Syberg's Arnold (2.7 miles)
Chick-Fil-A (2.7 miles)

Pharmacies

Walgreens (1.9 miles)
Dierbergs (2 miles)
Walgreens (2.2 miles)
Walgreens (2.6 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (2.8 miles)
Schnucks (3 miles)
Dierbergs (3.1 miles)

Cafes

Starbucks (2.7 miles)
First Watch - Oakville (4.6 miles)
Starbucks (5.2 miles)

Theaters

Marcus Theatres (3.4 miles)

Places of Worship

Peace Lutheran Church & Preschool (4.5 miles)
St Matthias Catholic Church (4.7 miles)
Queen of All Saints Church (5.1 miles)
Christ the King Church (6.6 miles)

Hospitals

Jefferson Barracks VA Medical Center (5.7 miles)

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