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The Residence at Presque Isle Bay in Erie, PA

The Residence at Presque Isle Bay is an assisted living and memory care community in Erie, PA.

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The Residence at Presque Isle Bay in Erie, PA

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  • Interior

    A welcoming lobby area featuring a central table with a plant, surrounded by stairs and carpeted flooring.
  • Outdoors

    A peaceful view of a lake with a pier extending into the calm water under a clear blue sky.
  • Decor

    Cozy living room with a teal sofa and patterned chairs, surrounded by large windows.
  • Living Room

    A cozy living room with comfortable seating and warm lighting.
  • Building

    A large residential building with a welcoming entrance and multiple windows.
  • Architecture

    A large, elegant building with a waterfront view and manicured landscape.
  • Bedroom

    A cozy bedroom with a bed, dresser, and a small kitchenette area.
  • Windows

    A cozy seating area with two chairs and a glass table overlooking a scenic view through large windows.
  • Dining

    A cozy dining area with neatly arranged tables and chairs, adorned with floral centerpieces, under soft lighting.
  • Landscaping

    A large residential building with a landscaped entrance and driveway.
  • Lighting

    Cozy cafe interior with seating area and decorative elements.
  • Artwork

    A cozy living room with armchairs, a fireplace, and traditional decor.
  • Seating Area

    A cozy seating area with wooden furniture and decorative elements, resembling a small café.
  • Fireplace

    A cozy dining room with a fireplace and traditional decor.

1012 W Bayfront Pkwy, Erie, PA 16507

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4.6 from 119 reviews
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4 stars
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The Residence at Presque Isle Bay Costs & Pricing

The Residence at Presque Isle Bay offers competitive pricing for its various room types when compared to the broader context of Erie County and the state of Pennsylvania. For instance, a semi-private room is priced at $4,725 per month, slightly lower than the county average of $4,766 yet significantly above the state average of $3,542. Meanwhile, studio apartments are available at $5,700 - substantially higher than both Erie County's average of $3,713 and the state's $3,737. The one-bedroom units are priced at $6,300, again reflecting a premium over Erie County's average of $3,959 and Pennsylvania's statewide figure of $4,006. Overall, while The Residence at Presque Isle Bay tends to have higher monthly costs compared to local and state averages for certain accommodations, it may offer added value in terms of amenities or services that justify this investment.

Floor plansThe Residence at Presque Isle BayErie CountyPennsylvania
Semi-Private$4,725$4,766$3,542
Studio$5,700$3,713$3,737
1 Bedroom$6,300$3,959$4,006

Overall Review of The Residence at Presque Isle Bay

differentiator 15 reviews mention this

Bayfront views are a standout

The bayfront setting and room views stand out in residents’ day-to-day impressions.

Many residents and family members point to the water views—describing large windows, sunlight, and rooms and common areas that overlook the bay—as a major part of the experience. Several also connect the view to day-to-day enjoyment, including watching boats and other activity from the comfort of home. Even when reviewers comment on other trade-offs, the bayfront location and scenery keep showing up as a consistent positive.

common 28 reviews mention this

Caring, responsive staff is consistent

Residents and families repeatedly describe staff as kind, attentive, and responsive.

Across many reviews, families describe staff who treat residents with respect and compassion and who follow through on questions and concerns. Multiple reviewers also emphasize responsiveness in day-to-day care, including quick assistance when help is needed and communication with family members. Residents in both assisted living and memory care mention that staff engagement helps them feel supported during the transition.

common 14 reviews mention this

Restaurant-style dining and food quality

Dining satisfaction is a frequent theme, including restaurant-style service.

Several reviewers say the food is consistently good, with variety and generous portions, and a number mention their loved one has never had a bad meal. Dining shows up alongside specific lifestyle details—like chef-prepared meals and multiple meal options—rather than just “it was fine.” A few reviewers also tie dining to dietary needs, including vegetarian preferences, aligning with the range of dining options offered.

  • A cozy dining area with neatly arranged tables and chairs, adorned with floral centerpieces, under soft lighting.
  • A cozy dining room with a fireplace and traditional decor.
  • A cozy seating area with wooden furniture and decorative elements, resembling a small café.
caveat 6 reviews mention this

Memory care support varies

Memory care reviews are mixed, with some residents reporting limited engagement.

While some memory care reviewers praise patient, compassionate staff and say personal care needs are handled well, others describe gaps in daily stimulation and resident engagement. A recurring concern in the negative reviews is a lack of activities and interaction, along with staffing or supervision issues. Reviews with positive experiences often describe staff being attentive and managers communicating clearly, which contrasts with the complaints about insufficient support.

caveat 4 reviews mention this

Costs feel high for some

Pricing is a recurring point of concern for some families.

A handful of reviews directly call out cost as high, including mentions of budget fit and the community being more expensive than other options. Even where residents like the care and food, price shows up as a reason to hesitate or to recommend with caution. This aligns with the listing’s placement above county and state pricing benchmarks across unit types.

How we summarize

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Features

Housing

  • 138 resident community capacity 138 resident community capacity
  • 1-bedroom apartments 1-bedroom apartments
  • Studio apartments Studio apartments

Types of Care

  • Assisted Living Assisted Living
  • Memory Care Memory Care
  • Skilled Nursing Facility Skilled Nursing Facility

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
  • Bath tubs Bath tubs
  • 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
  • Fully furnished Fully furnished
  • Gaming room Gaming room
  • Garden Garden
  • Garden view Garden view
  • Ground floor units Ground floor units
  • Guasts at mealtime Guasts at mealtime
  • Handicap accessible Handicap accessible
  • 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
  • Party space Party 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

  • Erie International (5 miles away) Erie International (5 miles away)
  • Community operated transportation Community operated transportation
  • Transportation & parking Transportation & parking
  • 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
  • Coordination with health care providers Coordination with health care providers
  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Diabetic care Diabetic care
  • High acuity care High acuity care
  • Incontinence care Incontinence care
  • Meal preparation and service Meal preparation and service
  • Medication management Medication management
  • Mental wellness program Mental wellness program
  • Mild cognitive impairment Mild cognitive impairment
  • Personal care assistants Personal care assistants
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions
  • Specialized memory care programming Specialized memory care programming
  • Transportation arrangement (medical) Transportation arrangement (medical)
  • Transportation to doctors appointments Transportation to doctors appointments
  • Walking wheelchair assistance Walking wheelchair assistance

Dining

  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Gluten-free Gluten-free
  • Guest meals Guest meals
  • Kosher Kosher
  • Low / no sodium Low / no sodium
  • Meals provided Meals provided
  • No Sugar No Sugar
  • Organic Organic
  • Professional chef Professional chef
  • Restaurant style dining Restaurant style dining
  • Room service Room service
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions
  • Special dining programs Special dining programs
  • Vegan Vegan
  • Vegetarian Vegetarian

Activities

  • Activities off-site Activities off-site
  • Art classes Art classes
  • Bible study group Bible study group
  • Catholic services Catholic services
  • Community-sponsored activities Community-sponsored activities
  • Concierge services Concierge services
  • Cooking classes Cooking classes
  • 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
  • Other religious services Other religious services
  • Planned day trips Planned day trips
  • Protestant services Protestant services
  • Religious services Religious services
  • Resident-run activities Resident-run activities
  • Scheduled daily activities Scheduled daily activities
  • Visiting chaplain or priest Visiting chaplain or priest

Languages Spoken

  • English English

Nearby Places of Interest

This part of Erie, Pennsylvania offers a variety of amenities and services that cater to seniors living in the area. With several parks nearby, such as Liberty Park and Victory Park, residents can enjoy outdoor activities and leisurely walks. The neighborhood also boasts a selection of restaurants offering different cuisines for dining out options. Additionally, there are numerous healthcare facilities in close proximity, including physicians' offices and hospitals like UPMC Hamot for medical needs. Pharmacies such as CVS and Rite Aid are conveniently located for medication refills. Places of worship like the Cathedral of St Paul Episcopal and Islamic Association of Erie provide spiritual support. Overall, this area provides a mix of conveniences that make it a comfortable and accessible place for seniors to consider settling down in Erie.

Parks

  • Liberty Park (0.3 miles)
  • Victory Park (1.4 miles)

Restaurants

  • Sloppy Duck Saloon (0.3 miles)
  • Pier 6 Rooftop Bayfront (1.1 miles)
  • Avanti's (1.1 miles)
  • Bayfront Grille (1.2 miles)
  • Olivers Rooftop (1.3 miles)
  • McDonald's (1.3 miles)
  • Little Caesars Pizza (1.3 miles)

Physicians

  • Erie County Department of Health (0.5 miles)
  • Bayside Family Medicine - Primary Care (0.5 miles)
  • Pediatric Cardiology of Erie (0.6 miles)
  • Lakeview Urologic Surgeons (1.1 miles)
  • Dr Edward Zimm, DO (1.2 miles)
  • Hamot Medical Center (1.2 miles)
  • Presque Isle Plastic Surgery (1.2 miles)

Pharmacies

  • CVS Pharmacy (0.5 miles)
  • Rite Aid (1.2 miles)
  • Rite Aid (1.4 miles)
  • QoL Meds (1.8 miles)
  • Rite Aid (1.8 miles)
  • Top's Markets (1.8 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (1.9 miles)

Cafes

  • Fat Lenny s (0.9 miles)
  • Ember + Forge (1.3 miles)
  • Tim Hortons (1.7 miles)
  • Starbucks (1.9 miles)

Places of Worship

  • Cathedral of St Paul Episcopal (1.2 miles)
  • Islamic Association of Erie (2.2 miles)

Hospitals

  • UPMC Hamot Radiology (1.2 miles)
  • UPMC Hamot 7 South (1.3 miles)
  • UPMC Hamot 8 South (1.3 miles)
  • UPMC Womens Hospital 5th Floor (1.4 miles)
  • Healthsouth (1.4 miles)
  • UPMC Hamot Infusion Center (1.5 miles)
  • Saint Vincent Radiology Department (1.9 miles)

Transportation

  • Bus Station (1.5 miles)

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