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Cornell Estates in Hillsboro, OR

Cornell Estates is an assisted living community in Hillsboro, OR.

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1005 North East 17th Avenue, Hillsboro, OR 97124

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4.2 from 39 reviews
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Cornell Estates Costs & Pricing

At Cornell Estates, the monthly costs for accommodation present a more affordable option compared to both Washington County and the wider Oregon state averages. For a studio, residents can expect to pay $2,378, significantly lower than the county average of $3,909 and the state average of $3,815. Similarly, a one-bedroom unit at Cornell Estates is available for $2,777, which again outperforms the county's typical rate of $4,082 and remains competitive against Oregon's average of $3,904. The two-bedroom options follow suit with a cost of $3,257 at Cornell Estates, contrasting sharply with county expenses that reach $4,801 and state averages at $4,436. Overall, Cornell Estates provides an attractive pricing structure that emphasizes value while still maintaining quality living standards in comparison to its regional counterparts.

Floor plansCornell EstatesWashington CountyOregon
Studio$2,378$3,909$3,815
1 Bedroom$2,777$4,082$3,904
2 Bedrooms$3,257$4,801$4,436

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Overall Review of Cornell Estates

common 27 reviews mention this

Staff care and friendliness stand out

Residents and families consistently describe staff as kind, responsive, and supportive.

Multiple reviews focus on how friendly, helpful, and caring the staff feel day to day. Several people also mention responsiveness to needs, including during stressful moments like an evacuation event. Others highlight support through hospice or higher care transitions, and families say they felt looked after throughout the process.

differentiator 8 reviews mention this

Dining earns real praise

Dining is a clear strength, with meals described as enjoyable and well cared for.

Residents and visitors repeatedly mention positive dining moments, from “yummy” food and a busy dining room to special meals and holidays. One family also describes food provided during a missed lunch after an evacuation. Overall, reviews connect meals with day-to-day comfort and staff attention, and the community also offers restaurant-style dining for residents.

common 7 reviews mention this

Community feels clean and well kept

Reviews frequently mention cleanliness and upkeep across common spaces.

Several residents and guests describe the building as clean, including common areas that are maintained well. Reviews also note the facility’s overall look, including that it “smells clean,” and that the environment is well maintained. Some also mention the grounds looking good during tours.

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Planned activities keep residents busy

A full activities calendar and outings come up often in reviews.

Residents describe an active schedule, including daily or ongoing activities and resident engagement in communal spaces. Reviews also highlight excursions and transportation options such as scenic drives, trips to parks and local destinations, and rides to doctor appointments. Families say there’s a variety of things to do, from board games to worship services, and some call activities a favorite part of the day.

caveat 3 reviews mention this

Costs and move policies draw complaints

Some families flag financial friction, including price increases and move-out rules.

A small set of reviews mention cost concerns, including that the price went up over time. Another reviewer describes an especially difficult requirement tied to relocating for hospice, when a full month’s rent was required even though the unit would no longer be used. In addition, one prospective visitor says the community felt too expensive for the size of the rooms.

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No dedicated memory care area

Reviewers searching for memory care note a missing dedicated area.

Two reviews say they liked the facility but that there isn’t a dedicated memory care area. That gap may matter for families specifically focused on memory care needs, even if other aspects of the community look appealing.

How we summarize

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Features

Housing

  • 75 resident community capacity 75 resident community capacity

Types of Care

  • Assisted Living Assisted Living
  • Independent Living Independent Living
  • Respite Care Respite Care

Pets

  • Cats allowed Cats allowed
  • Dogs allowed Dogs allowed

Amenities

  • Activities off-site Activities off-site
  • 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 on-site Devotional services on-site
  • Dining room Dining room
  • Fitness room Fitness room
  • Fully furnished Fully furnished
  • Gaming room Gaming room
  • Garden Garden
  • Housekeeping services Housekeeping services
  • Indoor common areas Indoor common areas
  • Kitchenette Kitchenette
  • Move-in coordination Move-in coordination
  • Outdoor common areas Outdoor common areas
  • Outdoor space Outdoor space
  • Private bathrooms Private bathrooms
  • Respite or short term stays offered Respite or short term stays offered
  • Restaurant-style dining Restaurant-style dining
  • Small library Small library
  • Telephone Telephone
  • Wellness center Wellness center
  • Wheelchair accessible showers Wheelchair accessible showers
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available

Transportation

  • Portland International (18 miles away) Portland International (18 miles away)
  • Community operated transportation Community operated transportation
  • Transportation arrangement Transportation arrangement
  • Transportation arrangement (non-medical) Transportation arrangement (non-medical)
  • Transportation to doctors appointments Transportation to doctors appointments

Care Services

  • 12-16 hour nursing 12-16 hour nursing
  • 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
  • Mental wellness program Mental wellness program
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions

Dining

  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Meals provided Meals provided
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions

Activities

  • Activities off-site Activities off-site
  • Activities on-site Activities on-site
  • Community-sponsored activities Community-sponsored activities
  • Concierge services Concierge services
  • Devotional activities on-site Devotional activities on-site
  • Fitness programs Fitness programs
  • Planned day trips Planned day trips
  • Resident-run activities Resident-run activities
  • Scheduled daily activities Scheduled daily activities

Nearby Places of Interest

Located in Hillsboro, Oregon, this area offers convenient access to various amenities for seniors looking to settle down. With a variety of pharmacies nearby such as Walgreens and CVS, medical needs are easily met with Tuality Health Education Center and Tuality Community Hospital within close proximity. There are several reputable physicians and specialists in the area, including orthopedic clinics and oncology centers. For leisurely activities, there are numerous parks like Orenco Woods Nature Park and Tualatin Hills Nature Park for outdoor enjoyment. Additionally, a selection of cafes and restaurants are available for dining out or grabbing a quick coffee. The presence of transportation options like Hertz Car Rental and TriMet MAX stations make getting around hassle-free. Overall, this neighborhood provides a comfortable and convenient living environment for seniors in Hillsboro.

Transportation

  • Hertz Car Rental - Hillsboro Airport (0.9 miles)
  • Hillsboro Airport (HIO) (0.9 miles)
  • TriMet Quatama/NW 205th Ave MAX Station (3.8 miles)
  • Beaverton Creek MAX Station (6.8 miles)
  • Sunset Transit Center (9 miles)

Pharmacies

  • Walgreens (0.9 miles)
  • Hillsboro Pharmacy (0.9 miles)
  • Hillsboro Pharmacy United Drugs (1.2 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (1.7 miles)
  • Rite Aid (1.8 miles)
  • Walgreens (2.9 miles)
  • Fred Meyer Pharmacy (3.3 miles)

Hospitals

  • Tuality Health Education Center (1 miles)
  • Tuality Community Hospital (1 miles)

Physicians

  • Mustaquim Chowdhury MD (1 miles)
  • Davis Catherina-General Surgeon (1.1 miles)
  • Podiatric Physicians & Surgeons (1.1 miles)
  • Hillsboro Orthopedic Clinic (1.1 miles)
  • Hillsboro Hematology Oncology (1.1 miles)
  • Dr Chad Pfefer MD (1.2 miles)
  • Cascade Medical Boutique (1.2 miles)

Cafes

  • Starbucks (1.5 miles)
  • Starbucks (1.9 miles)
  • Starbucks (2.6 miles)
  • Dutch Bros Coffee (3.6 miles)
  • Starbucks (3.7 miles)
  • Black Rock Coffee Bar (5.9 miles)
  • Aurora Coffeehouse PDX (8.5 miles)

Restaurants

  • McDonald's (1.5 miles)
  • Front Row Bar & Grill (3.1 miles)
  • Sonic Drive-In (3.1 miles)
  • Taco Bell (3.1 miles)
  • Del Taco (3.2 miles)
  • BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse (3.2 miles)
  • Imbrie Hall at CPR (3.3 miles)

Parks

  • Orenco Woods Nature Park (2.8 miles)
  • Hondo Dog Park (3 miles)
  • Tamarack Park (4 miles)
  • Butternut Creek Park (4.8 miles)
  • Butternut Park (5.5 miles)
  • Tualatin Hills Nature Park (6.5 miles)
  • Granada Park (6.7 miles)

Theaters

  • Regal Evergreen Parkway & RPX (4.6 miles)
  • Century Theater Cedarhill (7.8 miles)

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