Mercer Place is an assisted living community in Rowlett, TX.
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5701 Dexham Road, Rowlett, TX 75089
For more information about senior living options: (866) 208-4318
4.3 from 51 reviews
5 stars
32
4 stars
11
3 stars
3
2 stars
2
1 stars
3
Mercer Place Costs & Pricing
Mercer Place offers competitive monthly rates for various room types when compared to Rockwall County and the broader state of Texas. For a semi-private room, residents at Mercer Place pay $2,493, significantly lower than the county's average of $4,152 and the state average of $3,680. Similarly, studio apartments are available at Mercer Place for $3,000, which again undercuts both Rockwall County's rate of $4,207 and Texas's average of $3,758. However, for one-bedroom units, Mercer Place's cost of $5,108 surpasses both local and state averages; in Rockwall County this type is priced at $3,631 and across Texas at approximately $3,761. Overall, Mercer Place presents an attractive option for those seeking affordable living arrangements for semi-private and studio accommodations while recognizing a premium on one-bedroom options.
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Mercer Place
Rockwall County
Texas
Semi-Private
$2,493
$4,152
$3,680
Studio
$3,000
$4,207
$3,758
1 Bedroom
$5,108
$3,631
$3,761
Overall Review of Mercer Place
common26 reviews mention this
Caring, friendly staff stand out
Residents and families repeatedly describe a staff that is caring and responsive.
Many reviews highlight friendly, caring staff and a family-like approach to residents. Several people say staff are proactive when needs come up, including calling families, helping after hospital stays, and supporting day-to-day needs. A few reviewers also mention negative experiences with staff communication or hostility, which is the main recurring concern alongside the overall praise.
caveat6 reviews mention this
Food gets mixed reactions
Food is one area where opinions diverge between good and not meeting expectations.
Some reviewers say the food is good or even great, and a few mention enjoying meals and food quality during visits. Others say the food is a weak point, including comments about needing improvement or concerns about meals not being handled properly. The community offers restaurant-style dining and supports multiple dietary options, but residents still describe the experience differently from person to person.
caveat7 reviews mention this
Price feels high for some families
Pricing is a recurring concern, with several families saying it was too expensive.
Several reviews directly call out cost, describing the monthly charges as very high and saying the price didn’t fit their budget. A different set of comments say the price can be good value, but the more common takeaway is that it felt overpriced compared with what people were expecting. Pricing for all unit types is positioned as well below county and state benchmarks in the listing figures.
common6 reviews mention this
Activities and recreation keep residents engaged
Daily activities and organized programs are a frequent positive in reviews.
Reviews mention regular engagement like bingo, art and cooking-style activities, and performances that residents can enjoy. Several people also describe an active calendar and encourage residents to participate in what’s offered. The community lists scheduled daily activities and multiple devotional and faith-based options, which aligns with the activities residents describe.
caveat5 reviews mention this
Facility condition and upkeep vary
Some reviews praise cleanliness and security, while others note the building needs updating.
A number of reviewers say the community is clean and well maintained, and at least one mentions secure entry with locked doors and a code. Other comments describe the building as older and run down, with requests to update rooms and improve maintenance or housekeeping consistency. Overall, the upkeep experience is not uniform across reviews.
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Features
Housing
42 resident community capacity
Types of Care
Assisted Living
Amenities
Activities off-site
Activities on-site
Air-conditioning
Beautician on-site
Beauty salon
Cable or satellite TV
Devotional services off-site
Devotional services on-site
Dining room
Fully furnished
Garden
Ground floor units
Guasts at mealtime
Handicap accessible
Housekeeping services
Indoor common areas
Kitchenette
Laundry
Move-in coordination
Outdoor common areas
Outdoor space
Private bathrooms
Respite or short term stays offered
Restaurant-style dining
Small library
Telephone
Wheelchair accessible showers
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available
Transportation
Dallas Love (16 miles away)
Transportation & parking
Transportation arrangement (non-medical)
Transportation to doctors appointments
Care Services
12-16 hour nursing
24-hour call system
24-hour supervision
Activities of daily living assistance
Assistance with bathing
Assistance with dressing
Assistance with transfers
Coordination with health care providers
Diabetes diet
Diabetic care
Incontinence care
Meal preparation and service
Medication management
Mental wellness program
Special dietary restrictions
Transportation arrangement (medical)
Transportation to doctors appointments
Dining
Diabetes diet
Guest meals
Low / no sodium
Meals provided
No Sugar
Organic
Restaurant style dining
Room service
Special dietary restrictions
Special dining programs
Vegetarian
Activities
Art classes
Catholic services
Community-sponsored activities
Cooking classes
Devotional activities offsite
Devotional activities on-site
Jewish services
Live well programs
Mormon/LDS services
Other religious services
Protestant services
Resident-run activities
Scheduled daily activities
Visiting Rabbi
Visiting chaplain or priest
Languages Spoken
English
Nearby Places of Interest
This part of Rowlett, Texas offers a variety of convenient amenities for seniors living in the area. There are several cafes nearby including Starbucks and Black Rock Coffee Bar, as well as restaurants such as Chick-Fil-A and Panera Bread for dining options. Pharmacies like CVS and Walgreens are within a short distance for easy access to medications. Places of worship like Crossroads Church and Casa View Baptist Church provide spiritual support, while physicians' offices like Southern Endocrinology and Women's Health Alliance offer medical care close by. Cinemark theater is just a short drive away for entertainment, and parks like Wylie Community Park and Squabble Creek Trail provide opportunities for outdoor recreation. Additionally, Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Rockwall is located nearby for any healthcare needs that may arise. Overall, this part of Rowlett provides a convenient and welcoming environment for seniors looking to settle in the area.
Cafes
Starbucks (0.6 miles)
Starbucks (3.7 miles)
Black Rock Coffee Bar (5.8 miles)
Panera Bread (6.7 miles)
Eggsquisite Cafe (6.7 miles)
Starbucks (7.2 miles)
Starbucks (7.3 miles)
Restaurants
Chick-Fil-A (0.6 miles)
Braum's (0.7 miles)
McDonald's (1 miles)
Tavern on the Square (3.1 miles)
McDonald's (3.7 miles)
Little Caesars Pizza (3.9 miles)
Flying Saucer (4.2 miles)
Pharmacies
CVS Pharmacy (1.1 miles)
Walgreens (3 miles)
Walgreens (3.1 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (3.4 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (4 miles)
Walgreens (4 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (4.3 miles)
Places of Worship
Crossroads Church (3.2 miles)
Casa View Baptist Church (4.5 miles)
Ridge Pointe Fellowship (5.7 miles)
First Christian Church (6.9 miles)
Lake Pointe Church (7 miles)
Physicians
Southern Endocrinology (3.5 miles)
Internal Medicine Clinic PA (4.5 miles)
Women's Health Alliance (6.1 miles)
Baylor Medical Plaza (6.5 miles)
Rockwall Family Medicine (6.8 miles)
Benchmark Family Rockwall (6.9 miles)
Open Imaging of Rockwall (6.9 miles)
Theaters
Cinemark (6.2 miles)
Parks
Wylie Community Park (7 miles)
Lochwood Park (7.2 miles)
Squabble Creek Trail (7.3 miles)
Hospitals
Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Rockwall (7.1 miles)
Mercer Place offers competitive monthly rates for various room types when compared to Rockwall County and the broader state of Texas. For a semi-private room, residents at Mercer Place pay $2,493, significantly lower than the county's average of $4,152 and the state average of $3,680. Similarly, studio apartments are available at Mercer Place for $3,000, which again undercuts both Rockwall County's rate of $4,207 and Texas's average of $3,758. However, for one-bedroom units, Mercer Place's cost of $5,108 surpasses both local and state averages; in Rockwall County this type is priced at $3,631 and across Texas at approximately $3,761. Overall, Mercer Place presents an attractive option for those seeking affordable living arrangements for semi-private and studio accommodations while recognizing a premium on one-bedroom options.
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