Astor Place offers a unique living experience that comes with a premium price tag, reflected in its monthly costs. For a studio apartment, residents can expect to pay $4,985, which significantly exceeds the average rates in Clatsop County at $3,793 and the broader state of Oregon at $3,815. Similarly, one-bedroom apartments at Astor Place are priced at $6,019 - again higher than both Clatsop County's average of $4,465 and Oregon's average of $3,904. This pricing suggests that Astor Place likely provides amenities and features that justify the elevated costs for potential residents seeking a distinct lifestyle in an appealing location.
Floor plans
Astor Place
Clatsop County
Oregon
Studio
$4,985
$3,793
$3,815
1 Bedroom
$6,019
$4,465
$3,904
Overall Review of Astor Place
common40 reviews mention this
Caregivers are consistently praised
Residents and families repeatedly describe compassionate, attentive caregivers who treat people with respect.
Across many reviews, people highlight specific caregivers and say their loved ones received careful, personalized attention. Several reviewers mention the staff being friendly, engaging, and emotionally supportive, including during sensitive situations like hospice. Others describe staff helping with daily needs and staying responsive when something changes. A few reviews also note communication gaps, but even those recognize the staffâs overall friendliness.
common17 reviews mention this
Meals and dining feel strong
Restaurant-style dining and well-prepared meals are frequently mentioned as a positive part of daily life.
Multiple reviews call out the food as excellent, delicious, or well prepared, and some describe enjoying meals in the dining room. Residents and families also mention special attention to preferences, like ensuring food is made how the person likes it. The menu experience comes up in a few tour-based comments as well. There are also a couple of quieter criticisms about needing better meal variety, including on the score level reviews that say meals could be improved.
common9 reviews mention this
Activities help residents stay engaged
Reviews describe a busy mix of activities that supports socializing and day-to-day engagement.
Several reviewers say activities helped a loved one stay mobile, engaged, and socially connected. Others mention ongoing programming such as exercise and organized group time, and at least one review describes seeing resident participation during a birthday celebration. A few comments suggest there is room for improvement on certain days, specifically weekends, but overall activities are presented as a meaningful part of life there. The community also offers scheduled programming that matches what residents describe.
caveat4 reviews mention this
Communication and staffing consistency
Some reviewers raise concerns about staffing turnover and follow-through on communication.
A small number of reviews mention staff turnover and the need for new staff to re-introduce themselves until trusted. Others describe issues with communication, including calls not being returned and concerns about whether certain supplies or physical observations were consistently handled. One reviewer adds that occasionally conditions were unobserved or unreported, though they also say problems did not repeat after being brought up. These comments sit alongside many stronger reviews about caring, so the concern appears to be inconsistent rather than universal.
caveat2 reviews mention this
Not set up for later dementia
One review says the community was not set up for the residentâs later memory-care needs.
One reviewer describes moving a loved one from this community as dementia progressed to a higher level of memory care, stating that the facility tried but was not set up for those needs. Another review mentions comfort and care for dementia, including staff working with a physician and keeping families informed, which suggests memory-related needs can be handled at some stages. Taken together, this points to more limited fit when cognitive needs advance beyond what residents describe as supported there.
caveat2 reviews mention this
Pricing feels higher than expected
At least a couple of reviewers say the cost felt expensive or required a careful comparison.
Some families described the community as expensive and compared it to higher local costs, while another review says the facility experience was a total mess related to a payment and move-in timing. While that second comment is about the buying and placement process rather than ongoing monthly costs, it still affects how price and expectations were experienced. Overall, pricing comes through as a point people notice rather than something consistently described as simple or inexpensive.
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Features
Housing
34 resident community capacity
1-bedroom apartments
Studio apartments
Types of Care
Assisted Living
Skilled Nursing Facility
Amenities
Activities off-site
Activities on-site
Beautician on-site
Beauty salon
Cable or satellite TV
Devotional services on-site
Dining room
Fully furnished
Garden
Garden view
Ground floor units
Guasts at mealtime
Handicap accessible
Housekeeping services
Indoor common areas
Kitchenette
Laundry
Move-in coordination
Outdoor common areas
Outdoor space
Overnight guests
Party space
Respite or short term stays offered
Restaurant-style dining
Small library
Telephone
Wheelchair accessible showers
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available
Transportation
Transportation & parking
Care Services
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
Diabetic care
High acuity care
Incontinence care
Meal preparation and service
Medication management
Mental wellness program
Special dietary restrictions
Transportation arrangement (medical)
Transportation to doctors appointments
Dining
Diabetes diet
Guest meals
Meals provided
Professional chef
Restaurant style dining
Room service
Special dietary restrictions
Vegetarian
Activities
Activities off-site
Art classes
Brain fitness
Choir / singing club
Community-sponsored activities
Day trips and outings
Devotional activities on-site
Gardening club
Happy hour
Live musical performances
Live well programs
Resident-run activities
Scheduled daily activities
Stretching classes
Tai Chi
Trivia games
Wii bowling
Languages Spoken
English
Nearby Places of Interest
This part of Astoria, Oregon offers a convenient and vibrant community for senior living. With a variety of restaurants, cafes, and parks within walking distance, residents can enjoy easy access to dining options and outdoor recreational activities. Additionally, there are several places of worship and pharmacies nearby for spiritual support and healthcare needs. The presence of physicians' offices and hospitals ensures that seniors have access to quality medical care in the area. Furthermore, the proximity to theaters provides opportunities for entertainment and cultural experiences. Overall, this neighborhood boasts a well-rounded environment that caters to the needs and interests of older individuals looking for a comfortable and engaging place to reside.
Restaurants
Peter Pan Market (0.2 miles)
Bowpicker Fish and Chips (0.7 miles)
Surf 2 Soul (0.7 miles)
Sasquatch sandwich shop (0.7 miles)
Drina Daisy (0.7 miles)
Gaetano's Market & Deli (0.7 miles)
Brut Wine Bar and Retail Shop (0.7 miles)
Parks
Clatsop County Parks (0.4 miles)
Shively Park (0.4 miles)
Fort Stevens State Park (0.6 miles)
Garden of Surging Waves (0.6 miles)
Seafarer's Park (5.9 miles)
Wildlife Viewing Bunker (8.2 miles)
Del Rey Beach State Park (10.3 miles)
Places of Worship
Astoria Church of Christ (0.5 miles)
First Church Of Christ Scientist Of Astoria (0.5 miles)
Christian Science Church Astoria (0.5 miles)
Physicians
Providence Heart Clinic North Coast - Astoria (0.6 miles)
Astoria Integrative Family Medicine (0.8 miles)
Astoria Women's Health (0.9 miles)
Pacific Family Medicine (0.9 miles)
UrgentCare NW - Astoria (1 miles)
Wimahl Family Clinic (1 miles)
Columbia Oral Surgery (3.1 miles)
Cafes
Coffee OR Waffle (0.7 miles)
Blue Scorcher Bakery Cafe (0.7 miles)
Astoria Coffee House (0.7 miles)
Dutch Bros (1.2 miles)
Coffee Girl (2.1 miles)
Starbucks (3.4 miles)
The Human Bean (4.5 miles)
Pharmacies
Paramount Drug Co. (0.7 miles)
Sweet Relief Port Asterdam (1.2 miles)
Walgreens (3.2 miles)
Rite Aid (3.4 miles)
Fred Meyer Pharmacy (3.5 miles)
Walmart Pharmacy (4.6 miles)
Ilwaco Pharmacy (13.5 miles)
Theaters
Columbian Theater (0.8 miles)
Seaside Cinema (12.9 miles)
Times Theatre & Public House (13.6 miles)
Hospitals
Columbia Memorial Hospital (0.9 miles)
Cmh/Ohsu Cancer Care Center (1 miles)
FMC Astoria Dialysis (1 miles)
Ocean Beach Hospital (13.5 miles)
Ocean Beach Hospital & Medical Clinics (13.6 miles)
Astor Place offers a unique living experience that comes with a premium price tag, reflected in its monthly costs. For a studio apartment, residents can expect to pay $4,985, which significantly exceeds the average rates in Clatsop County at $3,793 and the broader state of Oregon at $3,815. Similarly, one-bedroom apartments at Astor Place are priced at $6,019 - again higher than both Clatsop County's average of $4,465 and Oregon's average of $3,904. This pricing suggests that Astor Place likely provides amenities and features that justify the elevated costs for potential residents seeking a distinct lifestyle in an appealing location.
Astor Place on seniors.fyi includes 33 photos including images showing interior, decor, bedroom, dining, building, windows, lighting, architecture, and more.
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34 resident community capacity
1-bedroom apartments
Assisted Living
Skilled Nursing Facility
Activities off-site
Beautician on-site
Cable or satellite TV
Devotional services on-site
Dining room
Fully furnished
Garden
Ground floor units
Handicap accessible
Housekeeping services
Indoor common areas
Kitchenette
Laundry
Move-in coordination
Outdoor common areas
Overnight guests
Party space
Respite or short term stays offered
Restaurant-style dining
Small library
Telephone
Wheelchair accessible showers
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available
Transportation & parking
24-hour call system
Assistance with bathing
Assistance with dressing
Assistance with transfers
Diabetes diet
Diabetic care
High acuity care
Incontinence care
Medication management
Mental wellness program
Special dietary restrictions
Transportation arrangement (medical)
Art classes
Brain fitness
Choir / singing club
Day trips and outings
Happy hour
Live musical performances
Live well programs
Trivia games
Wii bowling
English
Warm, nurturing AFH with easy access to parks, shops, and healthcare.
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