The Chelsea at Montville Costs & Pricing
The Chelsea at Montville offers competitive pricing for its accommodations compared to both Morris County and the broader New Jersey area. For those considering a semi-private room, The Chelsea's monthly fee is $4,350, notably lower than the county average of $5,850 and the state average of $5,068. Studio apartments at The Chelsea are priced at $4,980, which also reflects a more affordable option compared to the county's average of $6,152 and the state's average of $5,286. However, for one-bedroom units, The Chelsea's rate of $7,920 exceeds both local and state averages; Morris County residents typically pay around $11,687 while New Jersey's average stands at $5,994. Overall, while The Chelsea at Montville presents an appealing value for semi-private and studio living arrangements within its geographic context, one-bedroom options may warrant closer consideration against other offerings in the region.
| Floor plans | The Chelsea at Montville | Morris County | New Jersey |
|---|
| Semi-Private | $4,350 | $5,850 | $5,068 |
| Studio | $4,980 | $6,152 | $5,286 |
| 1 Bedroom | $7,920 | $11,687 | $5,994 |
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Overall Review of The Chelsea at Montville
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Staff care and responsiveness stand out
Residents and families frequently describe caring, helpful staff who treat people with respect.
Across many reviews, families highlight front desk, nursing, and care teams as kind, attentive, and professional, and describe getting support quickly when they call for help. Several reviewers also point to staff consistency over time and a feeling of being welcomed when visiting. A smaller set of reviews take the opposite view, describing management issues, rudeness, and concerns about whether day-to-day needs are consistently met.
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Support feels available day and night
Families feel there is coverage to help residents without waiting long periods.
Some reviewers describe peace of mind about nighttime care and getting help when needed. Others say someone is available 24/7, especially during stressful moves, and that staff help residents stay engaged. This lines up with the community offering a 24-hour call system and 24-hour supervision.
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Dining is a clear strength
Dining regularly earns positive feedback for taste and service style.
Multiple reviews describe meals as enjoyable, including statements that food is like going to a restaurant and that residents are well fed. A few reviewers also mention diet fit, such as their loved one being able to choose food and specific dining preferences being met. One review notes occasional concerns about meals not being as warm or tasty as expected, and another mentions housekeeping follow-through that affected daily experience.
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Activities help residents stay engaged
Residents often have scheduled activities and group events to participate in.
Reviews repeatedly mention an active calendar—bingo, music events, classes, and resident-led or community-sponsored activities—so residents have ways to spend their days. Several reviewers describe their loved ones joining stretching, learning, or social activities, and others appreciate that staff regularly involve residents rather than leaving them idle. A few tours or short stays describe limited participation for a specific person, but the overall feedback points to organized engagement.
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Communication and management follow-through
Some families report difficult communication and inconsistent follow-up.
A handful of reviews describe problems getting answers, including difficulty reaching leadership and needing persistence to resolve concerns. Others mention management turnover that affected coordination between teams, as well as delayed callbacks during the move-in process. There are also reviews describing situations where families had to stay on top of practical needs like laundry or waste pickup, suggesting gaps in day-to-day consistency.
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3 reviews mention this
Cost is mixed, with hidden-fee concerns
Pricing feels worthwhile to some families, but others warn of extra charges.
Some reviews say the community is worth the cost and describe strong value for what they received. At the same time, at least a few families caution that the final bill can be higher than expected, including concerns about nickel-and-diming and additional costs beyond what they anticipated. Price positioning also matters here: the listed pricing range varies widely by unit type, and the community is priced below county and state averages across the shown options.
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3 reviews mention this
Cleanliness and odors on tours
A few early impressions include concerns about cleanliness and odors.
Some reviews describe a less positive first look during tours, including strong disinfectant smells and surfaces that felt sticky in shared areas. Others bring up maintenance or upkeep concerns, saying the facility can feel like it is falling apart. While many reviews describe the building as clean and well kept, these accounts highlight that cleanliness impressions can vary by visit.
How we summarize
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152 resident community capacity
Studio apartments
Assisted Living
Day Program
Memory Care
Respite Care
Air-conditioning
Beautician on-site
Cable or satellite TV
Computer center
Devotional services off-site
Dining room
Fitness room
Fully furnished
Gaming room
Garden
Ground floor units
Handicap accessible
Housekeeping services
Indoor common areas
Kitchenette
Laundry
Move-in coordination
Outdoor common areas
Party space
Private bathrooms
Restaurant-style dining
Small library
Telephone
Wellness center
Wheelchair accessible showers
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available
Newark International (17 miles away)
Community operated transportation
12-16 hour nursing
24-hour call system
Assistance with bathing
Assistance with dressing
Assistance with transfers
Diabetes diet
Diabetic care
High acuity care
Hospice waiver
Incontinence care
Medication management
Mental wellness program
Physical therapy
Special dietary restrictions
Transportation arrangement (medical)
Art classes
Concierge services
Cooking classes
Day trips and outings
Educational speakers / life long learning
Happy hour
Karaoke
Live musical performances
Visiting Rabbi
Visiting chaplain or priest
Wine tasting
English
Intimate, small-memory-care setting enabling personalized attention.
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