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Garden Estates of Temple

Garden Estates of Temple is an assisted living community in Temple, TX.

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  • Interior

    An elegantly furnished dining room with neatly arranged tables and chairs.

  • Decor

    A cozy waiting area with a bench, plants, and artwork on the wall.

  • Living Room

    A cozy living room with a striped armchair, decorative artwork, and an open doorway leading to a hallway.

  • Building

    Front entrance of a hotel with landscaped surroundings and a parking area.

  • Architecture

    A building entrance with a landscaped area and parking lot during daytime.

  • Bedroom

    A cozy bedroom with a neatly made bed, nightstands, and decorative items.

  • Trees

    A peaceful courtyard with benches and trees, surrounded by residential buildings.

  • Windows

    A cozy living room featuring a blue sofa, elegant chairs, and warm lighting.

  • Dining

    An elegant dining room with neatly set tables and chairs, featuring warm lighting.

  • Kitchen

    A cozy kitchen with light wooden cabinets, decorated with green accents and a neatly hung apron.

  • Lighting

    A comfortable waiting area with armchairs, a fish tank, and elegant interior decor.

  • Artwork

    A cozy living room with a striped armchair, artwork on the walls, and a view into an adjacent kitchen area.

  • Floor Plan

    A simple floor plan of an apartment featuring a living room, bedroom, kitchen, and bathroom.

  • Lobby

    A cozy lobby with comfortable seating and an aquarium centerpiece.

5320 Loop 205, Temple, TX 76502

To contact a resident: (254) 770-1017

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

4.3 from 168 reviews
5 stars
106
4 stars
38
3 stars
9
2 stars
6
1 stars
9

Garden Estates of Temple Costs & Pricing

Garden Estates of Temple offers competitive pricing for its accommodations compared to both Bell County and the broader Texas market. For a studio, residents can expect to pay $3,295 per month, which is slightly higher than the county average of $3,107 but more affordable than the state average of $3,758. The one-bedroom option is priced at $3,895, aligning closely with the county rate of $3,891 while remaining above the state average of $3,761. For those seeking more space, the two-bedroom units are available at $4,895; this figure is higher than Bell County's average of $4,259 yet still comfortably below the Texas statewide average of $4,215. Overall, Garden Estates of Temple maintains a balanced pricing structure that reflects local market trends while offering quality living arrangements.

Floor plansGarden Estates of TempleBell CountyTexas
Studio$3,295$3,107$3,758
1 Bedroom$3,895$3,891$3,761
2 Bedrooms$4,895$4,259$4,215

Overall Review of Garden Estates of Temple

common 31 reviews mention this

Staff feel genuinely caring

Residents and families consistently describe staff as caring and responsive.

Across the reviews, families describe staff as friendly, compassionate, and attentive to residents’ daily needs. Several reviewers mention quick help and follow-through when concerns come up, including during transitions and health questions. Even when feedback was critical, most comments still acknowledge polite or respectful interactions, which stands out against the overall tone.

common 15 reviews mention this

Cleanliness and well-maintained spaces

Many reviews highlight the community’s cleanliness and upkeep.

Multiple residents and visitors say the building and common areas look clean, organized, and well maintained. Some also connect cleanliness with a sense of sanitation being prioritized. A small number of reviews report serious cleanliness problems, but those are the exceptions compared with the broader pattern.

caveat 24 reviews mention this

Dining quality feels hit-or-miss

Dining gets strong praise, but some reviewers report serious problems.

Many reviewers say the food is excellent, enjoyable, or better than expected, and they mention restaurant-style service and menu options residents can choose from. Others describe the opposite experience, including meals they found tasteless, unhealthy, or even inedible, along with complaints about portion size or consistency. Because both views show up in the reviews, dining appears to vary by experience and timing.

common 19 reviews mention this

Activities and community keep people engaged

Residents often point to activities and social time.

Reviews frequently mention an active schedule with groups, events, and recurring community activities, including religious services and off-site outings. Many families say their loved ones became more social and busy after moving in, with friend-making and regular entertainment showing up repeatedly. A few comments note that attention or encouragement for participation could be better for residents who need prompting.

caveat 3 reviews mention this

Medication management draws mixed feedback

Medication help is described positively by some, but concerns appear in others.

Several reviewers mention medication being administered on a regular schedule and families being updated when medical concerns come up. At the same time, a small number of reviews raise serious worries about medication correctness and communication during health events. Overall, the feedback suggests medication support can work well, but it is also an area where families scrutinize details.

caveat 4 reviews mention this

Pricing can be a deal-breaker

Some families feel the community’s cost is too high for the care provided.

Pricing is called out as a concern in multiple reviews, including comments that it can be out of budget or not worth the value. One reviewer describes the monthly cost as consuming most of a pension, while others use affordability language when explaining why they moved elsewhere. Based on the listed price ranges across unit types, the community also shows up as priced above county averages.

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Features

Housing

  • 156 resident community capacity 156 resident community capacity
  • 1-bedroom apartments 1-bedroom apartments
  • 2-bedroom apartments 2-bedroom apartments
  • Studio apartments Studio apartments

Types of Care

  • Assisted Living Assisted Living
  • Independent Living Independent Living
  • Skilled Nursing Facility Skilled Nursing Facility

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
  • Beauty salon Beauty salon
  • Cable or satellite TV Cable or satellite TV
  • Computer center Computer center
  • Devotional services on-site Devotional services on-site
  • Dining room Dining room
  • Financing advice Financing advice
  • Fitness room Fitness room
  • Full kitchen Full kitchen
  • Fully furnished Fully furnished
  • Gaming room Gaming room
  • Garden Garden
  • Garden view Garden view
  • 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
  • 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
  • Telephone Telephone
  • VA Benefits Consultation VA Benefits Consultation
  • Wellness center Wellness center
  • Wheelchair accessible showers Wheelchair accessible showers
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available

Transportation

  • Community operated transportation Community operated transportation
  • Transportation & parking Transportation & parking
  • Transportation arrangement Transportation arrangement
  • Transportation arrangement (non-medical) Transportation arrangement (non-medical)
  • Transportation to doctors appointments Transportation to doctors appointments

Care Services

  • 12-16 hour nursing 12-16 hour nursing
  • 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
  • Coordination with health care providers Coordination with health care providers
  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • High acuity care High acuity care
  • Incontinence care Incontinence care
  • Meal preparation and service Meal preparation and service
  • Medication management Medication management
  • Mental wellness program Mental wellness program
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions
  • Transportation arrangement (medical) Transportation arrangement (medical)
  • Transportation to doctors appointments Transportation to doctors appointments

Dining

  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Guest meals Guest meals
  • International cuisine International cuisine
  • Low / no sodium Low / no sodium
  • Meals provided Meals provided
  • No Sugar No Sugar
  • Professional chef Professional chef
  • 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
  • Bible study group Bible study group
  • Catholic services Catholic services
  • Community-sponsored activities Community-sponsored activities
  • Concierge services Concierge services
  • Cooking classes Cooking classes
  • Day trips and outings Day trips and outings
  • Devotional activities on-site Devotional activities on-site
  • Educational speakers / life long learning Educational speakers / life long learning
  • Fitness programs Fitness programs
  • Live well programs Live well programs
  • Other religious services Other religious services
  • Planned day trips Planned day trips
  • Protestant services Protestant services
  • Religious services Religious services
  • Resident-run activities Resident-run activities
  • Scheduled daily activities Scheduled daily activities
  • Visiting chaplain or priest Visiting chaplain or priest
  • Wine tasting Wine tasting

Languages Spoken

  • English English

Nearby Places of Interest

This part of Temple, Texas offers a variety of amenities and services that cater to senior living. With several hospitals in close proximity, such as Scott & White Continuing Care Hospital and Santa Fe Memorial Hospital, seniors have access to quality healthcare options. Additionally, there are pharmacies like Walmart Pharmacy and CVS Pharmacy nearby for convenient prescription medication pick-up. For dining options, there are restaurants like Bush's Chicken and Whataburger within a mile radius, providing easy access to meals. The area also features recreational activities with Spare Time Fun Center and Cinemark theater nearby for entertainment. Places of worship such as the Hindu Temple of Central Texas and Belton Church Of Christ offer spiritual fulfillment for seniors. Overall, this part of Temple provides a well-rounded community for seniors looking for a peaceful and convenient living environment.

Restaurants

  • Spare Time Fun Center (0.2 miles)
  • Bush's Chicken (0.3 miles)
  • Sonic Drive-In (0.3 miles)
  • Arby's (0.9 miles)
  • Whataburger (1 miles)
  • Blaze Pizza (1.1 miles)
  • McDonald's (1.1 miles)

Hospitals

  • Scott & White Continuing Care Hospital (0.2 miles)
  • Santa Fe Memorial Hospital (2.8 miles)
  • King's Daughters Hospital (3.1 miles)
  • Scott & White Memorial Hosp (3.2 miles)
  • Baylor Scott & White Medical Center (3.3 miles)
  • Scott & White North Tower (3.3 miles)
  • Children (3.3 miles)

Cafes

  • Starbucks (1 miles)
  • Shipley Do-Nuts (1.4 miles)
  • Panera Bread (3.2 miles)

Pharmacies

  • Walmart Pharmacy (1.1 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (1.7 miles)
  • Baylor Scott & White Pharmacy #228 (3 miles)
  • Scott & White Pharmacy (3 miles)
  • Unique Pharmaceuticals (3 miles)
  • Scott & White Pharmacy (3 miles)
  • Baylor Scott & White Pharmacy #230 (3.1 miles)

Physicians

  • Temple Kidney (1.6 miles)
  • Temple Dermatology and Skin Cancer Center (2.4 miles)
  • Chupik And Associates (2.4 miles)
  • Pain Specialists Of Austin (2.7 miles)
  • Baylor Scott & White Hospice (2.8 miles)
  • Balbo Hearing Clinic (3 miles)
  • Rodeo Dental & Orthodontics (3 miles)

Theaters

  • Cinemark (2.2 miles)

Parks

  • Jaycee Park (2.8 miles)
  • Colquitt Park (3.1 miles)
  • Oak Creek Park (3.3 miles)

Places of Worship

  • Hindu Temple of Central Texas (2.8 miles)
  • World Harvest Church (3.4 miles)
  • Feed My Sheep (3.5 miles)
  • Belton Church Of Christ (4.1 miles)

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