Cherry Blossom Cottage offers competitive pricing across its room types when compared to both Multnomah County and the broader state of Oregon. For a studio, the monthly cost at Cherry Blossom Cottage is $3,000, which is notably more affordable than the county average of $3,455 and significantly lower than the state average of $3,815. The 1-bedroom option is priced at $3,400, closely aligning with the county rate of $3,402 but still presenting a savings compared to Oregon's average of $3,904. In terms of two-bedroom accommodations, Cherry Blossom Cottage rates at $4,000 fall below Multnomah County's average of $3,722 while remaining competitive against Oregon's higher figure of $4,436. Overall, Cherry Blossom Cottage stands out for providing quality living spaces with cost advantages that enhance its appeal in a competitive market.
Floor plans
Cherry Blossom Cottage
Multnomah County
Oregon
Studio
$3,000
$3,455
$3,815
1 Bedroom
$3,400
$3,402
$3,904
2 Bedrooms
$4,000
$3,722
$4,436
Overall Review of Cherry Blossom Cottage
common21 reviews mention this
Caregivers are praised for responsiveness
Many residents and families describe caregivers who are kind, attentive, and follow through on needs.
Across multiple reviews, families repeatedly highlight hands-on caregivers, nursing staff, and aides as attentive and reassuring. Several mention quick responses by phone, staff patience with confused residents, and being there for medical routines like medication and blood sugar checks. Even reviews that complain about management often keep singling out the care team as reliable and genuinely supportive.
caveat8 reviews mention this
Management receives mixed reviews
Some reviews criticize administration and management communication and accountability.
A recurring negative theme is management being difficult to work with, described as passive-aggressive, cold, demanding, or lacking in visible leadership. Several reviews also describe concerns about staffing levels, delays in help being provided, and care decisions or medication handling that felt poorly coordinated with families. The contrast is frequent: the care staff is often described positively, while administration is where the complaints concentrate.
common17 reviews mention this
Dining is consistently described as strong
Residents and families frequently praise the meals and overall food quality.
Many reviews mention good or home-style food, with some describing meals as varied, prepared with resident needs in mind, and enjoyable enough that residents gain weight or feel better. A smaller number of reviews raise food concerns, including claims that meals were not edible at times. Overall, the tone around dining is more positive than negative, and it shows up alongside mentions of residents being happy and well cared for.
differentiator4 reviews mention this
Small size supports more attention
The community’s small, home-like setting is tied to more time with residents.
Several reviews point to the facility feeling small and residential, with warm decor and an emphasis on a homey atmosphere. Families also connect that smaller size to more personal attention and time for residents. Some reviewers also mention residents being comfortable and safe in day-to-day routines that fit the pace of a smaller community.
caveat2 reviews mention this
Pricing feels like a tradeoff
Pricing comes up as both good value and an area of frustration.
One review describes the community as good value with more personal attention included in the basic price, and another reviewer calls pricing reasonable. At the same time, at least one review claims charges increased beyond what they started with and that fees could rise for additional requests. Taken together, reviews suggest pricing may feel fair to some families but can be a point of conflict for others.
How we summarize
Counts show how many written reviews mention each theme; a review can touch several themes, and only frequently mentioned themes become a section.
Features
Housing
49 resident community capacity
1-bedroom apartments
2-bedroom apartments
Studio apartments
Types of Care
Assisted Living
Skilled Nursing Facility
Amenities
Activities on-site
Air-conditioning
Bath tubs
Beautician on-site
Beauty salon
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
Outdoor space
Respite or short term stays offered
Restaurant-style dining
Small library
Telephone
Wheelchair accessible showers
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available
Transportation
Portland International (6 miles away)
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
Diabetes diet
Diabetic care
Incontinence care
Meal preparation and service
Medication management
Mental wellness program
Special dietary restrictions
Dining
Diabetes diet
Guest meals
International cuisine
Low / no sodium
Meals provided
No Sugar
Room service
Special dietary restrictions
Vegetarian
Activities
Art classes
Book club
Cards / pinochle club
Community-sponsored activities
Devotional activities on-site
Gardening club
Live dance or theater performances
Live musical performances
Other religious services
Protestant services
Resident-run activities
Scheduled daily activities
Stretching classes
Visiting chaplain or priest
Wii bowling
Languages Spoken
English
Nearby Places of Interest
This area of Portland, Oregon offers a convenient and accessible location for seniors looking to settle down. With multiple healthcare facilities nearby, including eye care centers, family health clinics, and pharmacies, residents can easily access medical services. Additionally, the neighborhood boasts a variety of dining options ranging from cafes like Starbucks and Panera Bread to local restaurants like Roscoe's and Taqueria Queretaro. For recreation, there are several parks in the vicinity such as Mt. Tabor Park and Laurelhurst Park providing opportunities for outdoor activities. The area also offers easy access to public transportation through TriMet stops and is close to Portland International Airport for those who enjoy traveling. With places of worship nearby like St Rose Catholic Church and St Henry Catholic Church, this neighborhood provides a mix of amenities suitable for seniors considering senior living in Portland.
Physicians
Eye Health Northwest (0.5 miles)
Adventist Medical Pavilion (0.5 miles)
The Oregon Clinic (1.4 miles)
Richmond Family Health Center (3.6 miles)
Metropolitan Pediatrics (4.1 miles)
ZoomCare (4.2 miles)
Rockwood Medical Offices (4.2 miles)
Hospitals
Adventist Medical Center (0.5 miles)
Kaiser Sunnyside Medical Center (5.7 miles)
Cafes
Starbucks (0.6 miles)
Common Grounds Coffee House (3.4 miles)
Keeper Coffee Co. (3.8 miles)
Panera Bread (3.9 miles)
Portland Cà Phê (4.6 miles)
Dutch Bros Coffee (4.7 miles)
Dutch Bros. Coffee (4.8 miles)
Pharmacies
Rite Aid (0.8 miles)
Herbalist Farmer (0.8 miles)
Walgreens (1.1 miles)
Walgreens (1.7 miles)
Walgreens (2.2 miles)
Fred Meyer Pharmacy (2.5 miles)
Rite Aid (2.7 miles)
Restaurants
Roscoe's (1.6 miles)
Bipartisan Cafe (1.7 miles)
H.K. Cafe (2.1 miles)
Element Lounge (2.8 miles)
Bodega PDX (2.9 miles)
Park City Pub (3.1 miles)
Taqueria Queretaro (3.1 miles)
Theaters
Century 16 Eastport Plaza (1.9 miles)
Hollywood Theatre (3.8 miles)
Parks
Mt. Tabor Park - Off Leash Area (2.1 miles)
Lents Park (2.1 miles)
Mt. Tabor Park (2.6 miles)
Normandale Park (3.1 miles)
Laurelhurst Park (3.7 miles)
Oregon Park (4.3 miles)
Happy Valley Park (4.4 miles)
Places of Worship
St Rose Catholic Church (3.5 miles)
St Henry Catholic Church (5.6 miles)
East Hill Kid City (5.7 miles)
Transportation
TriMet Hollywood/NE 42nd Ave Transit Center (3.8 miles)
Portland Airport Rental Car Center (5.6 miles)
Concourse E (5.7 miles)
Alaska Airlines Lounge - PDX (5.7 miles)
Portland International Airport (PDX) (5.7 miles)
Concourse C (5.7 miles)
TSA Checkpoint A/B/C - Portland International Airport (5.7 miles)
Cherry Blossom Cottage offers competitive pricing across its room types when compared to both Multnomah County and the broader state of Oregon. For a studio, the monthly cost at Cherry Blossom Cottage is $3,000, which is notably more affordable than the county average of $3,455 and significantly lower than the state average of $3,815. The 1-bedroom option is priced at $3,400, closely aligning with the county rate of $3,402 but still presenting a savings compared to Oregon's average of $3,904. In terms of two-bedroom accommodations, Cherry Blossom Cottage rates at $4,000 fall below Multnomah County's average of $3,722 while remaining competitive against Oregon's higher figure of $4,436. Overall, Cherry Blossom Cottage stands out for providing quality living spaces with cost advantages that enhance its appeal in a competitive market.
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49 resident community capacity
1-bedroom apartments
Assisted Living
Skilled Nursing Facility
Activities on-site
Air-conditioning
Bath tubs
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
Respite or short term stays offered
Restaurant-style dining
Small library
Telephone
Wheelchair accessible showers
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available
Portland International (6 miles away)
Transportation & parking
24-hour call system
Assistance with bathing
Assistance with dressing
Assistance with transfers
Diabetes diet
Diabetic care
Incontinence care
Medication management
Mental wellness program
Special dietary restrictions
Art classes
Book club
Cards / pinochle club
Live dance or theater performances
Live musical performances
Protestant services
Stretching classes
Wii bowling
English
Great location in a pleasant area with a generally positive experience.
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