American House Bartlett Costs & Pricing
American House Bartlett presents a competitive pricing structure for its various room types compared to average costs in Shelby County and the broader state of Tennessee. For instance, residents opting for a semi-private room can expect to pay $2,076 per month, significantly lower than the county's average of $3,426 and the state's $3,162. Studio apartments at American House Bartlett are priced at $3,551, which is also more affordable than both local and state averages. However, one-bedroom units at American House Bartlett are slightly higher at $4,149 than Shelby County's average of $3,704 but remain just above the Tennessee statewide figure of $3,592. Interestingly, the two-bedroom option is priced closely to county levels at $4,153 yet remains below the state's prevailing cost of $3,962. Overall, American House Bartlett offers appealing value across most categories when compared to regional standards.
| Floor plans | American House Bartlett | Shelby County | Tennessee |
|---|
| Semi-Private | $2,076 | $3,426 | $3,162 |
| Studio | $3,551 | $4,078 | $3,485 |
| 1 Bedroom | $4,149 | $3,704 | $3,592 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $4,153 | $3,740 | $3,962 |
Overall Review of American House Bartlett
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6 reviews mention this
Food and dining stand out
Dining is a frequent bright spot, with residents describing nutritious, tasty meals in a welcoming dining room.
Multiple residents and families mention the dining room as spacious and welcoming, and they talk specifically about the quality of the food. Several reviews call the meals nutritious and tasty, and a few describe menus that look well planned. Others mention satisfaction with included meals, while a small number of reviews raise concerns about food quality or consistency (for example, meals being too salty or arriving cold).
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14 reviews mention this
Friendly, caring staff shows up
Staff friendliness and caring support come through repeatedly in reviews.
Reviews repeatedly describe staff members as welcoming, responsive, and genuinely invested in residents. Families mention positive interactions during tours and move-in, along with a supportive approach during difficult decisions. Some reviews also highlight follow-through through updates and help coordinating needs with outside care. A minority of comments criticize communication or staffing coverage, but even those reviews often acknowledge that residents are treated well when staff are available.
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10 reviews mention this
Cleanliness is a clear theme
Many residents and families describe the community as clean and well maintained.
A strong thread in the reviews is that the facility looks clean, maintained, and pleasant. Several people specifically mention clean apartments, clean common areas, or an overall tidy environment. There are also direct complaints about cleaning gaps, such as dirty rooms, sheets not being changed regularly, and odors lingering in carpeting, which suggests cleanliness can vary depending on circumstances and staffing. Even with those concerns, other reviews continue to describe the building as one of the cleanest they’ve seen.
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6 reviews mention this
Care and nursing updates matter
Residents and families describe nursing involvement and regular check-ins as an important part of the experience.
Several reviews mention nursing leadership getting families informed and involved, including progress updates and meeting with people involved in the resident’s care. Residents and families also describe help with coordinating needs like physical therapy or home health through the community. The care-services list supports that this community is set up for assisted living needs, medication management, and assistance with daily activities. A few reviews, however, describe lapses with medication or night coverage expectations, which is the main recurring concern under the care theme.
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5 reviews mention this
Activity calendar feels busy
Reviews commonly describe an active life with events, entertainment, and resident engagement.
Families mention ongoing activities and social opportunities, including events, day-to-day programming, and things like games and music. Some reviews highlight an activity director or structured plans that help residents stay engaged. Others note preferences related to activities and food, such as wanting certain meal experiences or discussing changes over time. A couple of comments question whether activities were adequately staffed, so the biggest variation appears to be staffing and consistency rather than the idea of having activities.
caveat
3 reviews mention this
Price feels either competitive or high
Pricing is viewed unevenly, with some families calling it competitive and others saying the value doesn’t match the experience.
Some reviews describe the pricing as good, competitive, or reasonable compared with the local market and other options considered. Others criticize rent increases or feel the community is overpriced for the service level they experienced. The pricing ranges provided place this community below county and state benchmarks across unit types, but the reviews suggest residents’ satisfaction may still depend on day-to-day consistency (especially around cleaning and staffing coverage).
How we summarize
Counts show how many written reviews mention each theme; a review can touch several themes, and only frequently mentioned themes are displayed.
116 resident community capacity
1-bedroom apartments
Assisted Living
Respite Care
Cats allowed
Dogs allowed
Activities on-site
Air-conditioning
Beautician on-site
Cable or satellite TV
Computer center
Devotional services off-site
Dining room
Fitness room
Fully furnished
Gaming room
Garden
Ground floor units
Housekeeping services
Indoor common areas
Kitchenette
Laundry
Move-in coordination
Outdoor common areas
Private bathrooms
Restaurant-style dining
Small library
Telephone
Wellness center
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available
Memphis International (14 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
Physical therapy
Special dietary restrictions
Transportation arrangement (medical)
Art classes
Concierge services
Cooking classes
Day trips and outings
Trivia games
Wine tasting
English
Strong sense of community with caring staff and well-regarded dining.
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