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First Community Village in Columbus, OH

First Community Village is an assisted living and memory care community in Columbus, OH.

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  • Architecture

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  • Trees

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  • Windows

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  • Landscaping

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  • Entrance

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  • Balcony

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1800 Riverside Drive, Columbus, OH 43212

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

3.9 from 108 reviews
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First Community Village Costs & Pricing

First Community Village offers competitive pricing for its residential options compared to the broader market in Franklin County and across Ohio. For a 1-bedroom unit, residents can expect to pay $3,600 per month, which is slightly below the county average of $3,645 and the state average of $3,712. The studio apartments are priced at $4,700, positioning them above both the county's rate of $3,788 and Ohio's average of $3,727 - indicating a premium for this style of living. In contrast, the 2-bedroom units are priced at $5,000 monthly; while this figure exceeds the county's average of $3,237 significantly and even surpasses the state average of $3,501 by a wider margin. Overall, First Community Village presents a unique blend of quality and cost that may appeal particularly to those seeking a specialized living environment amidst varied pricing norms in the region.

Floor plansFirst Community VillageFranklin CountyOhio
1 Bedroom$3,600$3,645$3,712
Studio$4,700$3,788$3,727
2 Bedrooms$5,000$3,237$3,501

Overall Review of First Community Village

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Campus life and daily activities

Residents repeatedly describe a busy calendar of activities on campus.

Multiple residents and family members highlight how much there is to do, from scheduled daily activities and exercise classes to things like art groups, lectures, and game or card activities. Reviews also call out the campus as walkable, with indoor options such as the pool and workout facilities, plus outdoor spaces like walking paths and gardens. Several people mention that meals and social events make it easier to connect without having to plan outings. The overall impression is that day-to-day life includes regular structure and variety, not just a facility to stay in.

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Dining is a consistent draw

Dining is frequently singled out as a strong part of life here.

Across reviews, residents describe the food choices in the dining room as enjoyable, with many saying the variety is a standout. Some specifically mention restaurant-style dining and professionally run meals, including regular menus and daily specials. There are also a few complaints about food temperature and quality, so satisfaction is not uniform. Still, positive comments about taste and convenience show up frequently enough to make dining a defining day-to-day feature.

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Staff friendliness and personal support

Many reviews describe staff as welcoming, supportive, and patient with residents.

A large share of reviews emphasize friendly, caring interactions, including staff who help residents feel comfortable and supported. Several people also mention responsive help with practical needs and day-to-day requests, and visitors describe being impressed by the kind tone they see. Reviews about caregiving range from “great care providers” to concerns about staff communication and follow-through, but positive impressions still come through often. Overall, residents and families tend to view the human side of the experience as a major strength.

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Care staffing and responsiveness concerns

Some residents and families report problems with staffing levels and timely care.

While many reviews praise care, a recurring concern is that staffing can be inconsistent, leading to delays when help is needed. Several comments describe call-button or nurse response issues, long waits for assistance, or a pattern of understaffing—especially at night. There are also complaints about rehabilitation and therapy being inconsistent, with some people saying therapy coverage or progress did not meet expectations. Taken together, residents looking for predictable, round-the-clock responsiveness may want to plan extra questions during the visit.

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Pricing runs at the high end

Cost is a frequent concern, with multiple reviews calling it expensive.

Several reviewers explicitly note that this community is not inexpensive, including comments about it being more expensive than most options they looked at. Others mention specific financial details that made the decision harder, like higher-than-expected payments and monthly allowances. On pricing comparisons, the published starting ranges are consistently positioned above or near benchmark levels depending on apartment type. If budget predictability is important, reviews suggest confirming total costs and what is included before committing.

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Clean, well-kept spaces

Reviews commonly describe the community as clean and well maintained.

Multiple reviewers praise the facility as clean, including comparisons to a hotel-like environment. People also mention that public areas and grounds are kept up well, supporting the overall impression of a maintained campus. A few negative reviews include housekeeping and cleanliness-related complaints in certain care areas or apartments. Still, for many families and visitors, cleanliness is one of the easier things to trust from the first look.

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Features

Housing

  • 74 resident community capacity 74 resident community capacity
  • 1-bedroom apartments 1-bedroom apartments
  • 2-bedroom apartments 2-bedroom apartments
  • Studio apartments Studio apartments

Types of Care

  • Assisted Living Assisted Living
  • Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC) Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC)
  • Independent Living Independent Living
  • Memory Care Memory Care
  • Skilled Nursing Facility Skilled Nursing Facility

Pets

  • Cats allowed Cats allowed
  • Dogs allowed Dogs allowed

Amenities

  • Activities on-site Activities on-site
  • Air-conditioning Air-conditioning
  • Beautician on-site Beautician on-site
  • Beauty salon Beauty salon
  • Cable or satellite TV Cable or satellite TV
  • Computer center Computer center
  • Devotional services off-site Devotional services off-site
  • Devotional services on-site Devotional services on-site
  • Dining room Dining room
  • Fitness room Fitness room
  • Full kitchen Full kitchen
  • Fully furnished Fully furnished
  • Gaming room Gaming room
  • Garden Garden
  • Ground floor units Ground floor units
  • Guest parking Guest parking
  • Housekeeping services Housekeeping services
  • Indoor common areas Indoor common areas
  • Kitchenette Kitchenette
  • Laundry Laundry
  • Move-in coordination Move-in coordination
  • Outdoor common areas Outdoor common areas
  • Outdoor space Outdoor space
  • Private bathrooms Private bathrooms
  • Restaurant-style dining Restaurant-style dining
  • Small library Small library
  • Swimming pool Swimming pool
  • Swimming pool / hot tub Swimming pool / hot tub
  • Telephone Telephone
  • Wellness center Wellness center
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available

Transportation

  • John Glenn Columbus International Airport (9 miles away) John Glenn Columbus International Airport (9 miles away)
  • Community operated transportation Community operated transportation
  • Transportation & parking Transportation & parking
  • Transportation arrangement Transportation arrangement
  • Transportation arrangement (non-medical) Transportation arrangement (non-medical)

Care Services

  • 24-hour call system 24-hour call system
  • 24-hour supervision 24-hour supervision
  • Activities of daily living assistance Activities of daily living assistance
  • Ambulatory care Ambulatory care
  • Assistance with bathing Assistance with bathing
  • Assistance with dressing Assistance with dressing
  • Assistance with transfers Assistance with transfers
  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Diabetic care Diabetic care
  • Incontinence care Incontinence care
  • Meal preparation and service Meal preparation and service
  • Medication management Medication management
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions

Dining

  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Guest meals Guest meals
  • Meals provided Meals provided
  • Professional chef Professional chef
  • Restaurant style dining Restaurant style dining
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions

Activities

  • Activities off-site Activities off-site
  • Art classes Art classes
  • Bible study group Bible study group
  • Community-sponsored activities Community-sponsored activities
  • Concierge services Concierge services
  • Cooking classes Cooking classes
  • Day trips and outings Day trips and outings
  • Devotional activities offsite Devotional activities offsite
  • Devotional activities on-site Devotional activities on-site
  • Educational speakers / life long learning Educational speakers / life long learning
  • Fitness programs Fitness programs
  • Gardening club Gardening club
  • Happy hour Happy hour
  • Live musical performances Live musical performances
  • Planned day trips Planned day trips
  • Religious services Religious services
  • Resident-run activities Resident-run activities
  • Scheduled daily activities Scheduled daily activities
  • Stretching classes Stretching classes
  • Water aerobics Water aerobics

Languages Spoken

  • English English

Nearby Places of Interest

This part of Columbus, Ohio offers a convenient and diverse range of amenities for senior living. With several healthcare facilities nearby including physicians' offices, pharmacies, and hospitals, residents have easy access to medical care. Additionally, the variety of restaurants and cafes cater to different tastes and preferences. Places of worship are also available within a few miles, providing spiritual support and community connections. For leisure activities, there are parks for outdoor enjoyment as well as a nearby theater for entertainment. Overall, this area provides a balanced mix of healthcare options, dining choices, places of worship, and recreational opportunities for seniors looking to settle in a vibrant community.

Physicians

  • Tri-Village Family Health (0.5 miles)
  • Martha Moorehouse Medical Pavillion Lung and Allergy Center (1.9 miles)
  • Stefanie Spielman Comprehensive Breast Center (2.4 miles)
  • West Side Health Center (2.5 miles)
  • Hilltop Family Health (2.6 miles)
  • OhioHealth Riverside Family Practice (3.2 miles)
  • Arlington-Mill Run Internal Medicine (3.4 miles)

Pharmacies

  • CVS Pharmacy (1.1 miles)
  • Walgreens (1.2 miles)
  • Kroger Pharmacy (1.2 miles)
  • Walgreens (2 miles)
  • Market District Supermarket (2.1 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (2.3 miles)
  • Walgreens (2.5 miles)

Restaurants

  • Local Cantina (1.2 miles)
  • Barrio Tacos (1.2 miles)
  • Grandview Cafe (1.3 miles)
  • Grandview Theater & Drafthouse (1.3 miles)
  • Taco Bell (1.3 miles)
  • Brassica (1.4 miles)
  • McDonald's (1.9 miles)

Cafes

  • Starbucks (1.2 miles)
  • Starbucks (2.2 miles)
  • Fox in the Snow Cafe (3.6 miles)
  • One Line Coffee (3.8 miles)
  • Panera Bread (4.6 miles)

Places of Worship

  • St Christopher Church (1.2 miles)
  • St Andrew Church (3.3 miles)
  • Holy Name Church (3.4 miles)
  • Scioto Ridge United Methodist Church (4.4 miles)
  • Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church (4.5 miles)
  • Saint Brendan Catholic Church (4.8 miles)

Parks

  • Quarry Trails Metro Park (2.3 miles)
  • Goodale Park (3.4 miles)
  • Thompson Park (3.7 miles)
  • Scioto Mile - Promenade/Riverfront (4 miles)
  • Whetstone Park / Park of Roses (4.3 miles)

Hospitals

  • OSU Harding Hospital (2.5 miles)
  • Richard M Ross Heart Hospital (2.6 miles)
  • Select Specialty Hospital (3.1 miles)
  • Ohio Health (3.4 miles)

Theaters

  • AMC Starplex Columbus 10 (4.4 miles)

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