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New Forest Estates in San Antonio, TX

New Forest Estates is an assisted living community in San Antonio, TX.

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New Forest Estates in San Antonio, TX

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  • Interior

    A cozy bedroom with neutral tones featuring a bed, dresser, and nightstand under a ceiling fan.

  • Decor

    A cozy waiting room with comfortable seating and elegant decor.

  • Living Room

    A cozy living area with an open kitchen featuring a blue sofa and warm lighting.

  • Building

    A view of an apartment building with a well-maintained courtyard and landscaped garden.

  • Bedroom

    A cozy bedroom with a well-made bed, nightstand, and mirror in a warmly lit interior.

  • Trees

    An aerial view of a residential swimming pool surrounded by patio furniture and trees.

  • Windows

    A cozy living room with a dining area, featuring a round table and chairs, a ceiling fan, and warm earth-tone walls.

  • Dining

    A beautifully decorated dining room with a long table set for a meal, featuring a red tablecloth and elegant chairs.

  • Landscaping

    A cozy backyard patio with tables, chairs, and large umbrellas.

  • Kitchen

    A cozy open-plan living room with an adjacent kitchen featuring a blue sofa, wooden cabinetry, and modern appliances.

  • Lighting

    A cozy and elegant living room with stylish furniture and warm lighting.

  • Artwork

    A cozy living room with elegant furnishings and stylish artwork.

  • Seating Area

    A cozy and elegant lobby featuring chandeliers, a brick fireplace, and a comfortable seating area.

  • Floor Plan

    Floor plan of an assisted living premier studio featuring a combined bedroom and living room area, a kitchenette, and a bathroom.

5034 Newforest Drive, San Antonio, TX 78229

To contact a resident: (210) 680-3649

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

4 from 66 reviews
5 stars
40
4 stars
7
3 stars
7
2 stars
3
1 stars
9

New Forest Estates Costs & Pricing

New Forest Estates offers competitive pricing compared to both Bexar County and the broader Texas market. For instance, a studio apartment at New Forest Estates is priced at $1,995, significantly lower than the county average of $3,708 and the state average of $3,758. Similarly, their one-bedroom units are available for $2,195, again undercutting Bexar County's rate of $3,506 and Texas's average of $3,761. The two-bedroom apartments at New Forest Estates are priced at $2,595 - lower than the county's $3,962 and the state's $4,215. Even for private accommodations, New Forest Estates remains appealingly priced at $3,200 compared to Bexar County's $3,627 and Texas's average of $4,096. Overall, residents can enjoy comfortable living in New Forest Estates while benefiting from notable savings relative to surrounding options.

Floor plansNew Forest EstatesBexar CountyTexas
Studio$1,995$3,708$3,758
1 Bedroom$2,195$3,506$3,761
2 Bedrooms$2,595$3,962$4,215
Private$3,200$3,627$4,096

Overall Review of New Forest Estates

common 30 reviews mention this

Staff care and responsiveness stand out

Residents and families most consistently describe staff who are kind, helpful, and responsive.

Across many reviews, families and visitors describe the staff as friendly, welcoming, and genuinely engaged with residents. Several people also mention being able to reach someone at any time to check on a loved one, and that staff follow through quickly during urgent situations. A number of reviews also highlight how clean the facility feels and how staff communicate and address concerns with patience. A few critical reviews still agree the staff can be nice, but they say follow-through and problem resolution are inconsistent.

caveat 9 reviews mention this

Food quality divides reviews

Dining draws both compliments and frequent complaints about quality and meal variety.

Some reviews say the food is satisfying, including residents who like what’s served. Others describe dining as a recurring issue, citing concerns about overprocessed food, meals being overcooked, and portions or freshness not meeting expectations. A few reviews also mention limited options for dietary needs and that certain meals are served cold. Even among more positive comments, at least one review suggests the sides may not match the quality of the entrées after a chef change.

  • A beautifully decorated dining room with a long table set for a meal, featuring a red tablecloth and elegant chairs.
  • A spacious dining room with elegant tables and chairs, featuring warm lighting and hardwood flooring.
  • A modern dining area with wooden flooring and seating arrangement, adjacent to a kitchen space.
caveat 7 reviews mention this

Pricing earns mixed reactions

Reviews suggest the value depends heavily on expectations for what’s included at the asking price.

Some reviewers say the cost is reasonable or even a key reason they chose the community. Others call the community overpriced, pointing to dissatisfaction with cleanliness, maintenance, or the overall day-to-day experience. Several comments connect the price with how well residents’ needs are met, including concerns about meal access and staffing. One review also notes rent rates increasing after renovations, which reinforced the feeling that the price does not match what’s delivered.

differentiator 9 reviews mention this

Care support is a recurring focus

Residents and families highlight practical support, including help with daily needs and rapid check-ins.

Many reviews describe ongoing assistance and reassurance, including the ability to contact the community for help at night or check on a loved one. Several people also mention care moments tied to safety and mobility, such as staff quickly responding when a resident has a fall and providing support during dining when needed. A number of reviews frame the experience as improved care and dependability over time, especially for residents adjusting to a new setting. While the overall tone is positive for many reviewers, there are also critical comments that the level of help and kitchen support don’t meet expectations in certain circumstances.

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Features

Housing

  • 234 resident community capacity 234 resident community capacity

Types of Care

  • Active Adult Communities (55+) Active Adult Communities (55+)
  • Assisted Living Assisted Living
  • Independent Living Independent Living

Amenities

  • Activities off-site Activities off-site
  • Activities on-site Activities on-site
  • Air-conditioning Air-conditioning
  • 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
  • Fitness room Fitness room
  • Full kitchen Full kitchen
  • Fully furnished Fully furnished
  • Gaming room Gaming room
  • Garden Garden
  • Ground floor units Ground floor units
  • 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
  • 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
  • Swimming pool Swimming pool
  • Swimming pool / hot tub Swimming pool / hot tub
  • 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

  • San Antonio International (8 miles away) San Antonio International (8 miles away)
  • Community operated transportation Community operated transportation
  • Transportation arrangement Transportation arrangement

Care Services

  • 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
  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Diabetic care Diabetic care
  • Incontinence care Incontinence care
  • Meal preparation and service Meal preparation and service
  • Medication management Medication management
  • Physical therapy Physical therapy
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions

Dining

  • Anytime dining Anytime dining
  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Gluten-free Gluten-free
  • Guest meals Guest meals
  • Meals provided Meals provided
  • Organic Organic
  • Professional chef Professional chef
  • Restaurant style dining Restaurant style dining
  • Room service Room service
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions
  • Vegetarian Vegetarian

Activities

  • Art classes Art classes
  • 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
  • Jewish services Jewish services
  • Mormon/LDS services Mormon/LDS services
  • Other religious services Other religious services
  • Planned day trips Planned day trips
  • Protestant services Protestant services
  • Resident-run activities Resident-run activities
  • Scheduled daily activities Scheduled daily activities
  • Visiting chaplain or priest Visiting chaplain or priest

Nearby Places of Interest

This part of San Antonio, Texas is conveniently located near a variety of amenities and services that may be appealing to seniors looking for a comfortable living environment. With multiple theaters, restaurants, cafes, and pharmacies within close proximity, there are plenty of options for entertainment and convenience. Additionally, the presence of several hospitals and physicians' offices nearby provides easy access to healthcare services. The area also offers opportunities for recreation with parks like the Medical Center Volleyball Courts and Woodlawn Lake Park not too far away. Overall, this neighborhood seems to offer a good balance of convenience, healthcare access, and leisure activities for older individuals considering senior living in San Antonio.

Theaters

  • Cinemark San Antonio 16 (0.4 miles)
  • Regal Huebner Oaks & RPX (3.7 miles)

Physicians

  • 2040 Building (0.6 miles)
  • Advanced Pain Relief Institute (1.2 miles)
  • Consultants in Pain Management (1.4 miles)
  • Methodist Cardiology Clinic of San Antonio-Transitional Clinic (1.4 miles)
  • Physicians Plaza II (1.5 miles)
  • Gastroenterology Consultants of San Antonio (1.8 miles)
  • Yesnocovid (1.8 miles)

Restaurants

  • McDonald's (0.8 miles)
  • Syrian Kitchen (0.8 miles)
  • Whataburger (0.9 miles)
  • Ojos Locos Sports Cantina (1.5 miles)
  • Babe's Old Fashioned Hamburgers (2.1 miles)
  • Chick-Fil-A (2.2 miles)
  • Olive Garden (2.4 miles)

Parks

  • Medical Center Volleyball Courts (0.8 miles)
  • Woodlawn Lake Park (4.7 miles)

Hospitals

  • Audie L Murphy Memorial Veterans Hospital (0.9 miles)
  • Audie L. Murphy Memorial VA Hospital (1 miles)
  • University Hospital Sky Tower (1.1 miles)
  • University Hospital (1.1 miles)
  • Methodist Hospital (1.3 miles)
  • St Luke's Baptist Hospital (1.4 miles)
  • Texsan Heart Hospital (2.4 miles)

Pharmacies

  • Walgreens (1.2 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (1.2 miles)
  • Walgreens (1.9 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (1.9 miles)
  • Walgreens (2 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (2 miles)
  • Walgreens (2.2 miles)

Cafes

  • Starbucks (2.2 miles)

Places of Worship

  • Primera Iglesia Bautista Mexicana-San Antonio (3.3 miles)
  • Masjed Beit El Magdes (3.9 miles)
  • St George Episcopal School (4.6 miles)

Transportation

  • Exit 567/Fredericksburg Rd/E (5.2 miles)

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