Pee Dee Gardens Costs & Pricing
Pee Dee Gardens offers competitive pricing for its accommodations when compared to both Florence County and the broader state of South Carolina. For instance, their semi-private rooms are priced at $2,550 per month, which is notably lower than the county average of $2,661 and significantly more affordable than the state average of $3,243. Similarly, the studio apartments at Pee Dee Gardens are available for $3,300 - again less than both the county's average of $3,256 and the state's $3,649. The one-bedroom units are priced at $3,500, which remains within a reasonable range compared to the county's $3,123 but still lags behind the state's higher average of $3,806. Lastly, their two-bedroom option is offered at $4,200; while this is above Florence County's average of $3,752, it edges closely to the state average of $4,337. Overall, Pee Dee Gardens provides an attractive value across various room types when evaluating local and state cost comparisons.
| Floor plans | Pee Dee Gardens | Florence County | South Carolina |
|---|
| Semi-Private | $2,550 | $2,661 | $3,243 |
| Studio | $3,300 | $3,256 | $3,649 |
| 1 Bedroom | $3,500 | $3,123 | $3,806 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $4,200 | $3,752 | $4,337 |
Overall Review of Pee Dee Gardens
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19 reviews mention this
Care feels personalized and responsive
Residents and families describe day-to-day care that feels hands-on, personalized, and responsive to changing needs.
Several reviewers say their loved ones are cared for daily and that staff respond when families have questions or concerns. A few families also describe specific hands-on help like assistance with bathing and medication being administered on-site, alongside attentive check-ins. For memory care, one reviewer mentions the community handling needs without requiring families to decide on a care level first, and they describe a positive adjustment after the move.
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44 reviews mention this
Staff creates a home-like experience
Families repeatedly describe staff who feel compassionate, friendly, and genuinely invested in residents.
Across the reviews, people often use “home” language and describe staff as caring, professional, and warm. Many mention communication and responsiveness—families say staff update them, recognize them when they visit, and make transitions feel easier. A few also note continuity or day-to-day attentiveness, while one review includes an extremely negative outlier about staff, which stands apart from the overall tone.
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11 reviews mention this
Activities help residents stay engaged
Residents are described as staying engaged through scheduled activities, outings, and group events.
Multiple reviews highlight daily activities and regular group events, including outings and games, with residents making friends and staying busy. Families also mention faith-related and community events, and some describe participation after the initial adjustment period. One reviewer, however, says there weren’t many activities and suggests staffing felt light at the time of their visit.
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6 reviews mention this
Restaurant-style dining earns praise
Dining is often discussed as a positive part of the experience, with residents and families specifically calling out the food.
Some reviewers say their loved ones enjoy the food and describe it as tasty or even looking forward to meals. The community also offers restaurant-style dining and meals provided, which aligns with those positive mentions. At the same time, a couple of reviews raise concerns about food quality—one specifically ties the change to an ownership period and another says meals haven’t been satisfactory.
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2 reviews mention this
Flat-rate pricing is highlighted
One key decision point is pricing described as a flat-rate structure rather than variable charges by service level.
Two reviewers bring up pricing structure, describing it as a flat fee for meals and services rather than being based on medication amounts or the level of help. They also frame it as affordable or value-focused in the context of choosing the community. Pricing is presented across unit types in the listing’s price ranges and deltas versus county and state benchmarks.
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2 reviews mention this
Nearby urgent care and medical offices
Reviewers point to convenient nearby medical access, including an urgent care close by.
A reviewer mentions the community’s proximity to an urgent care center, describing it as very close. Another family notes the location worked well for keeping access to loved ones and nearby support within the Florence area. The listing also places several healthcare options within about half a mile.
caveat
2 reviews mention this
Some concerns about staffing and food
A small subset of reviews describe problems with staffing consistency or food quality.
One review says there weren’t many activities during their visit and that their contact person wasn’t available, with staffing feeling insufficient. Another notes food dissatisfaction and also mentions transportation scheduling problems along with monthly staffing changes that can affect communication. These concerns are described by only a couple of reviewers compared with the broader positive themes.
How we summarize
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80 resident community capacity
Studio apartments
Assisted Living
Memory Care
Cats allowed
Dogs allowed
Activities off-site
Air-conditioning
Beautician on-site
Cable or satellite TV
Computer center
Devotional services on-site
Dining room
Fitness room
Fully furnished
Gaming room
Garden
Ground floor units
Handicap accessible
Housekeeping services
Indoor common areas
Kitchenette
Laundry
Move-in coordination
Outdoor common areas
Private bathrooms
Respite or short term stays offered
Restaurant-style dining
Small library
Telephone
Wellness center
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available
Florence Regional (7 miles away)
Community operated transportation
12-16 hour nursing
24-hour call system
Ambulatory care
Assistance with bathing
Assistance with dressing
Assistance with transfers
Diabetes diet
Diabetic care
Incontinence care
Medication management
Mental wellness program
Special dietary restrictions
BBQs or picnics
Birthday parties
Concierge services
Day trips and outings
Happy hour
Intergenerational programs
Light therapy programs
Live dance or theater performances
Live musical performances
English
Caring staff in a clean, homey setting with engaging activities.
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