Artesian Place offers competitive pricing for its living accommodations, with monthly costs that are notably lower than both Thurston County and the broader state of Washington. For a studio apartment, residents can expect to pay $3,600, which is approximately $531 less than the county average of $4,131 and $526 below the state average of $4,126. Similarly, the cost for a one-bedroom unit at Artesian Place stands at $4,100, slightly exceeding Thurston County's figure of $4,085 but still considerably more affordable compared to Washington's average of $4,632. These pricing dynamics suggest that Artesian Place provides a compelling value proposition in a competitive housing market.
Floor plans
Artesian Place
Thurston County
Washington
Studio
$3,600
$4,131
$4,128
1 Bedroom
$4,100
$4,085
$4,634
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Residents and families consistently describe staff as caring and supportive.
Across the reviews, people highlight staff who are friendly, patient, and attentive, with many mentioning personal help with daily needs and ongoing reassurance. Multiple reviewers say they can reach someone quickly when assistance is needed and that staff follow through with care during difficult situations. There are also complaints from a smaller number of reviewers about supervisors, communication, and follow-through, but the dominant theme is that residents feel cared for day to day.
common14 reviews mention this
Clean facility and maintained spaces
Many reviews praise how clean and well-kept the building feels.
Several reviewers comment on cleanliness, including that the building smells good, looks tidy, and stays presentable. Families also mention the facility is decorated for holidays and that common areas are updated after a remodel. A few reviews raise opposite experiences, citing dirty floors/elevators or housekeeping not being dependable, so cleanliness isnât described as uniformly flawless.
common10 reviews mention this
Activities keep residents engaged
Reviews frequently mention activities that help residents stay busy.
Many residents and families say there are activities on a regular schedule, with options like games, puzzles/pool time, bingo, music nights, and day trips. Reviewers also mention gathering and activity spaces that make it easy to participate, and a calendar that helps residents and families plan ahead. Some reviews criticize activities as limited or lacking variety, but the overall pattern points to frequent programming.
caveat7 reviews mention this
Food quality is mixed
Dining reviews are split between decent meals and serious complaints.
Several reviewers describe the food as decent or even pleasant, and some specifically appreciate alternatives when preferences differ or when late-night needs come up. The community also offers restaurant-style dining and supports special diets, which aligns with comments about accommodating what residents can eat. Other reviews are sharply negative, calling food disgusting and citing a lack of fresh food, plus fewer meal choices.
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Care response and medication help
Residents describe medication management and timely help when they need it.
Multiple reviews mention medication support and daily care help, including staff managing pharmaceuticals and assisting with needs like bathing or transfers. At least one reviewer specifically notes that pressing the call button leads to someone coming to help soon. A smaller set of reviews raises concerns about medical assessmentâone says nurses werenât available in the way they expectedâso experiences appear more variable around clinical coverage.
caveat8 reviews mention this
Pricing feels uneven for some families
Pricing gets called out both as good value and as a source of frustration.
Some families say the current rates are great, budgets fit, and the community is willing to work with pricing during placement. Others describe cost concernsâsuch as an unexpected care-level increase, changes to the care plan that came with higher costs, or feeling the pricing approach was misleading. Structured pricing information also places the starting range below the county and below the state, but the reviews show that total cost experience can still feel inconsistent depending on care needs and plan changes.
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Features
Housing
60 resident community capacity
1-bedroom apartments
Studio apartments
Types of Care
Assisted Living
Respite Care
Pets
Cats allowed
Dogs allowed
Amenities
Activities off-site
Activities on-site
Air-conditioning
Beautician on-site
Beauty salon
Cable or satellite TV
Computer center
Continuing learning programs
Devotional services off-site
Devotional services on-site
Dining room
Fitness room
Fully furnished
Gaming room
Garden
Ground floor units
Guasts at mealtime
Guest parking
Housekeeping services
Indoor common areas
Kitchenette
Laundry
Move-in coordination
Outdoor common areas
Outdoor space
Pet friendly
Private bathrooms
Respite or short term stays offered
Restaurant-style dining
Small library
TV room
Telephone
VA Benefits Consultation
Wellness center
Wheelchair accessible showers
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available
Transportation
Community operated transportation
Transportation & parking
Transportation arrangement
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
Administer insulin injections
Ambulatory care
Assistance with bathing
Assistance with dressing
Assistance with transfers
Coordination with health care providers
Diabetes diet
Diabetic care
Hospice care
Incontinence care
Meal preparation and service
Medication management
Preventative health screenings
Respite program
Special dietary restrictions
Transportation arrangement (medical)
Transportation to doctors appointments
Dining
Diabetes diet
Guest meals
Kosher
Low / no sodium
Meals provided
No Sugar
Professional chef
Room service
Special dietary restrictions
Vegetarian
Activities
Activities off-site
Art classes
Arts and crafts
Book club
Community-sponsored activities
Concierge services
Cooking classes
Day trips and outings
Devotional activities offsite
Devotional activities on-site
Educational speakers / life long learning
Fitness programs
Games
Happy hour
Live dance or theater performances
Live musical performances
Planned day trips
Religious services
Resident-run activities
Scheduled daily activities
Stories
Trivia games
Wii bowling
Virtual Tour
Nearby Places of Interest
This part of Olympia, Washington, offers a convenient and accessible location for senior living. With a variety of physicians, hospitals, pharmacies, and specialty medical centers within close proximity, residents have easy access to healthcare services. Additionally, the nearby parks provide opportunities for outdoor recreation and relaxation. The presence of cafes and restaurants in the area allows for convenient dining options, while places of worship offer spiritual nourishment and community engagement. Convenient transportation options from the Olympia Transit Center make it easy to explore the surrounding areas. Overall, this part of Olympia provides a well-rounded environment for seniors looking to live comfortably and independently.
Physicians
Olympia Orthopaedic Associates (0.1 miles)
MultiCare Olympia Family & Internal Medicine (0.1 miles)
Artesian Place offers competitive pricing for its living accommodations, with monthly costs that are notably lower than both Thurston County and the broader state of Washington. For a studio apartment, residents can expect to pay $3,600, which is approximately $531 less than the county average of $4,131 and $526 below the state average of $4,126. Similarly, the cost for a one-bedroom unit at Artesian Place stands at $4,100, slightly exceeding Thurston County's figure of $4,085 but still considerably more affordable compared to Washington's average of $4,632. These pricing dynamics suggest that Artesian Place provides a compelling value proposition in a competitive housing market.
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60 resident community capacity
1-bedroom apartments
Assisted Living
Respite Care
Cats allowed
Dogs allowed
Activities off-site
Air-conditioning
Beautician on-site
Cable or satellite TV
Computer center
Continuing learning programs
Devotional services off-site
Dining room
Fitness room
Fully furnished
Gaming room
Garden
Ground floor units
Guest parking
Housekeeping services
Indoor common areas
Kitchenette
Laundry
Move-in coordination
Outdoor common areas
Pet friendly
Private bathrooms
Restaurant-style dining
Small library
Telephone
VA Benefits Consultation
Wellness center
Wheelchair accessible showers
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available
Community operated transportation
12-16 hour nursing
24-hour call system
Administer insulin injections
Ambulatory care
Assistance with bathing
Assistance with dressing
Assistance with transfers
Diabetes diet
Hospice care
Incontinence care
Medication management
Preventative health screenings
Special dietary restrictions
Transportation arrangement (medical)
Art classes
Concierge services
Cooking classes
Day trips and outings
Educational speakers / life long learning
Games
Happy hour
Live dance or theater performances
Live musical performances
Trivia games
Wii bowling
Caring staff with effective rehab services and clean, well-maintained facilities.
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