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Appletree Court, A Vitality Living Community in Richardson, TX

Appletree Court, A Vitality Living Community is an assisted living and memory care community in Richardson, TX.

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Appletree Court, A Vitality Living Community in Richardson, TX

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  • Interior

    Elegant dining room with a large wooden table, upholstered chairs, and a chandelier.

  • Outdoors

    A white gazebo situated in a garden with potted plants and a pathway.

  • Decor

    A warm and inviting home entrance featuring a lit decorative tree and a 'Welcome Home' sign.

  • Living Room

    Cozy living room with a grey sofa, teal armchair, and decorative elements.

  • Building

    Entrance of a building with well-maintained landscaping and flower beds.

  • Architecture

    The entrance to a building with stone columns and landscaped flowers.

  • Bedroom

    A cozy bedroom with a neatly made bed, nightstand with a lamp, and an open doorway leading to a bathroom.

  • Trees

    A beautiful garden with a white gazebo, surrounded by lush green grass and trees, adjacent to a building.

  • Windows

    A simple bedroom with a single bed next to a window.

  • Dining

    An empty restaurant dining area with tables and chairs neatly arranged.

  • Kitchen

    A cozy kitchen area in an apartment with wooden flooring and minimalist decor.

  • Lighting

    A well-lit hallway with wooden floors and decorative pictures on the walls.

  • Floor Plan

    A floor plan of a 10x16 living/bedroom studio apartment with basic amenities.

  • Bathroom

    A clean and minimalistic bathroom with a sink, toilet, and mirror.

870 W Arapaho Rd, Richardson, TX 75080

To contact a resident: (972) 889-2300

For more information about senior living options: (866) 208-4318

4.9 from 125 reviews
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Appletree Court, A Vitality Living Community Costs & Pricing

Appletree Court, A Vitality Living Community, offers a range of living options at competitive pricing within Dallas County and the broader Texas market. For instance, a studio apartment costs $3,910 per month, which is slightly above the county average of $3,625 and the state average of $3,758. The one-bedroom units are priced at $4,455, again higher than both Dallas County's average of $3,760 and Texas's average of $3,761. For those seeking more space, the two-bedroom apartments are available for $5,225 monthly; this rate surpasses the county's average of $4,144 and the state benchmark of $4,215. While Appletree Court may be positioned at a premium compared to local and state averages, it reflects its commitment to providing exceptional services and amenities that enhance residents' quality of life.

Floor plansAppletree Court, A Vitality Living CommunityDallas CountyTexas
Studio$3,910$3,625$3,758
1 Bedroom$4,455$3,760$3,761
2 Bedrooms$5,225$4,144$4,215

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Overall Review of Appletree Court, A Vitality Living Community

common 38 reviews mention this

Long-tenured, responsive caregivers

Caregivers and leadership are described as patient, attentive, and quick to address concerns.

Many residents and families describe caregivers who know them by name and follow through on daily needs. Several reviews specifically mention staff responsiveness when questions or issues come up, and families feel supported through the move and adjustment. A recurring point is staff tenure and teamwork, which residents frame as part of why they trust the care. One reviewer did mention a service gap when a buzzer response took 10–15 minutes on some occasions.

common 28 reviews mention this

Daily activities and a lively feel

Residents are consistently described as engaged with events, outings, and daily programming.

A common theme across reviews is that there is always something happening, from arts and crafts to games, music, and religious services. Families describe the activity director and staff as encouraging residents to participate, including in memory care where residents are described as bright and active. Reviews also mention exercise and structured routines as part of everyday life. Some reviewers frame the community as home-like but still busy throughout the day, rather than quiet or isolated.

differentiator 22 reviews mention this

Food is a frequent highlight

Meals and dining service earn repeated praise, including variety and accommodating servers.

Dining is one of the most consistently mentioned positives in the reviews, with residents and families describing the food as well prepared, tasty, and plentiful. Multiple reviews mention eating in the dining room and describe servers as kind and accommodating. The community also offers restaurant-style dining, room service, guest meals, and special dietary support like low-fat and diabetes-oriented meals, which aligns with the way residents talk about meal options. Some reviewers also call out the chef’s long tenure and responsiveness to preferences.

  • Elegant dining room with a large wooden table, upholstered chairs, and a chandelier.
  • An empty restaurant dining area with tables and chairs neatly arranged.
  • Cozy dining nook with a small table and chairs, accented by a wall clock and indoor plant.
common 30 reviews mention this

Clean, bright, and homey atmosphere

Residents and families describe the facility as very clean, bright, and comfortable.

Cleaning and upkeep come up repeatedly, including comments about no foul odors and a neat, well-kept look throughout the facility. Many reviews also use “cozy” or “homey” to describe the overall atmosphere, with natural light and outdoor spaces like a courtyard referenced as part of the comfort. Families describe apartments and rooms as spacious or appropriately sized for daily living. A small number of visitors mention minor limitations or personal preferences about space layout or expectations, but cleanliness remains a steady praise point.

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Care support for assisted living needs

Residents and families mention medication management and physical therapy support as part of care.

Several reviews describe competent caregivers managing medication and helping residents stay on track with daily routines. For families considering both assisted living and memory care, reviews mention memory care as bright and active, and describe staff working patiently with higher-need situations. Reviews also reference physical recovery and therapy support, including one review describing improvement after a fall with physical therapy. The community offers ambulatory and high-acuity care, incontinence care, medication management, and physical therapy, matching what families talk about regarding day-to-day support.

caveat 4 reviews mention this

Cost is sometimes described as steep

Some reviews frame the community as more expensive than competing options.

A few reviews mention pricing concerns or that the community seemed more upscale and costly compared with other facilities they looked at. At the same time, other reviewers say the cost felt reasonable given room size, amenities, or the level of help included. Price varies by unit type, and the listed range sits slightly above county and state benchmarks for some configurations while being below for others. That mix can make it feel like a value in one comparison and a stretch in another.

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Features

Housing

  • 1-bedroom apartments 1-bedroom apartments
  • 2-bedroom apartments 2-bedroom apartments
  • Studio apartments Studio apartments

Types of Care

  • Assisted Living Assisted Living
  • Memory Care Memory 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
  • Cable or satellite TV Cable or satellite TV
  • Devotional services off-site Devotional services off-site
  • Devotional services on-site Devotional services on-site
  • Dining room Dining room
  • Garden Garden
  • Ground floor units Ground floor units
  • Guest parking Guest parking
  • Handicap accessible Handicap accessible
  • Housekeeping services Housekeeping services
  • Indoor common areas Indoor common areas
  • Kitchenette Kitchenette
  • Laundry Laundry
  • Outdoor common areas Outdoor common areas
  • Party space Party space
  • Private bathrooms Private bathrooms
  • Respite or short term stays offered Respite or short term stays offered
  • VA Benefits Consultation VA Benefits Consultation
  • Wheelchair accessible showers Wheelchair accessible showers
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available

Transportation

  • Dallas Love (10 miles away) Dallas Love (10 miles away)
  • Dallas-Fort Worth International (17 miles away) Dallas-Fort Worth International (17 miles away)
  • Transportation & parking Transportation & parking

Care Services

  • Ambulatory care Ambulatory care
  • High acuity care High acuity care
  • Incontinence care Incontinence care
  • Medication management Medication management
  • Physical therapy Physical therapy

Dining

  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Guest meals Guest meals
  • Low fat Low fat
  • Meals provided Meals provided
  • Restaurant style dining Restaurant style dining
  • Room service Room service
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions

Activities

  • Activities off-site Activities off-site
  • Art classes Art classes
  • Arts and crafts Arts and crafts
  • Bible study group Bible study group
  • Book club Book club
  • Catholic services Catholic services
  • Day trips and outings Day trips and outings
  • Devotional activities offsite Devotional activities offsite
  • Devotional activities on-site Devotional activities on-site
  • Educational speakers / life long learning Educational speakers / life long learning
  • Games Games
  • Gardening club Gardening club
  • Happy hour Happy hour
  • Live musical performances Live musical performances
  • Live well programs Live well programs
  • Religious services Religious services
  • Stories Stories
  • Visiting chaplain or priest Visiting chaplain or priest
  • Wine tasting Wine tasting

Languages Spoken

  • English English
  • Spanish Spanish

Nearby Places of Interest

Located in Richardson, Texas, this area offers a diverse range of amenities and services that cater to the needs of seniors. With a variety of restaurants such as Guitars & Growlers and Waffle Olicious, seniors can enjoy delicious meals within a short distance. Additionally, there are several healthcare facilities nearby including Eye Care Associates and Baylor Medical Plaza for easy access to medical care. For recreational activities, parks like Addison Circle Park and Russell Creek Park offer opportunities for outdoor relaxation. The presence of places of worship such as Episcopal Church Of The Transfiguration and Prestonwood Baptist Church provide spiritual enrichment for residents. Overall, this part of Richardson combines convenience, entertainment, and healthcare services making it an ideal location for senior living.

Restaurants

  • Guitars & Growlers (1.1 miles)
  • Pappasito's Cantina (1.5 miles)
  • Torchy’S Tacos (1.9 miles)
  • The Hideaway (3.1 miles)
  • Waffle O’licious (3.2 miles)
  • Lekka (3.5 miles)
  • Rodeo Goat (3.6 miles)

Physicians

  • Eye Care Associates (1.2 miles)
  • Eminent Medical Center (2.5 miles)
  • The ENT & Allergy Centers of Texas (4 miles)
  • Plano Orthopedic & Sports Medicine Center (4.8 miles)
  • Baylor Medical Plaza (5.3 miles)
  • Elizabeth Jekot Breast Imaging Center (5.7 miles)
  • Dhat (5.9 miles)

Theaters

  • Alamo Drafthouse Cinema (1.2 miles)
  • Alamo Drafthouse Lake Highlands (6.7 miles)
  • AMC Theater Northpark (6.7 miles)

Transportation

  • Arapaho Center Station (1.6 miles)
  • Park Lane Station (6.4 miles)

Pharmacies

  • CVS Pharmacy (1.8 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (2.2 miles)
  • Walgreens (2.3 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (2.8 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (3.2 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (4 miles)
  • Walgreens (4 miles)

Places of Worship

  • Episcopal Church Of The Transfiguration (2.6 miles)
  • Shiloh Missionary Baptist Church (4.6 miles)
  • Preston Hollow Presbyterian Church (6.5 miles)
  • Prestonwood Baptist Church (6.8 miles)
  • Temple Emanu-El (6.9 miles)

Cafes

  • Mimi's Star Cafe (4.1 miles)
  • Starbucks (4.5 miles)
  • Red Truck Cafe (5.7 miles)
  • Starbucks (6 miles)
  • Starbucks (6.3 miles)
  • Mozart Bakery (6.6 miles)
  • Starbucks (6.8 miles)

Hospitals

  • The Heart Hospital Baylor Plano (4.2 miles)
  • Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Dallas (5.8 miles)

Parks

  • Addison Circle Park (4.4 miles)
  • Russell Creek Park (5.3 miles)
  • R.P Brooks Park (6.3 miles)
  • Memorial Park (6.5 miles)

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