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Brookdale College Parkway in Fort Myers, FL

Brookdale College Parkway is an independent living community in Fort Myers, FL.

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Brookdale College Parkway in Fort Myers, FL

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  • Interior

    A cozy game room featuring a pool table and comfortable seating.
  • Outdoors

    A covered patio overlooking a pool with tropical plants and a seating area.
  • Decor

    A spacious and elegantly decorated living room with comfortable seating and stylish lighting.
  • Living Room

    A spacious and elegantly furnished living room featuring comfortable seating, decorative lighting, and exposed ceiling beams.
  • Building

    Sunny day at a tropical hotel entrance with palm trees.
  • Dining

    An elegant restaurant dining room with neatly arranged tables and chairs, ready for guests.
  • Landscaping

    A covered patio area overlooking a pool surrounded by lush tropical plants.
  • Bookshelves

    A cozy library interior with bookshelves, a round table, chairs, and a computer workspace.
  • Exercise Equipment

    A small gym with treadmills and exercise equipment.
  • Office

    A small office space with a desk, bookshelf stocked with supplies, and a mini fridge.
  • Gym

    A small gym with exercise equipment including a treadmill and an elliptical machine.
  • Salon

    An empty hair salon with styling chairs and mirrors lined up along the counter.
  • Refrigerator

    An office space with a desk, bookshelves filled with supplies, and a small refrigerator.
  • Mirrors

    Interior of a hair salon with multiple styling stations and barber chairs.

8351 College Parkway, Fort Myers, FL 33919

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4.5 from 134 reviews
5 stars
89
4 stars
32
3 stars
6
2 stars
2
1 stars
5

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Brookdale College Parkway Costs & Pricing

At Brookdale College Parkway, the monthly rental costs present a competitive option when compared to both Lee County and the broader Florida market. For a one-bedroom apartment, residents can expect to pay $3,495 - significantly lower than Lee County's average of $4,049 and Florida's statewide figure of $3,864. Similarly, for two-bedroom units, Brookdale College Parkway offers pricing at $3,610, which again is more economical than the county average of $4,708 and the state average of $4,711. These rates reflect not only cost-effectiveness but also indicate Brookdale's commitment to providing quality living spaces that remain accessible within the current housing landscape.

Floor plansBrookdale College ParkwayLee CountyFlorida
1 Bedroom$3,495$4,049$3,864
2 Bedrooms$3,610$4,708$4,711

Overall Review of Brookdale College Parkway

common 28 reviews mention this

Staff feels caring and responsive

Residents consistently describe the staff as caring, friendly, and quick to help.

A large number of reviews describe staff members as welcoming and supportive, with many people saying they felt treated like family. Multiple residents also mention responsiveness to work orders and help whenever needed. A few reviewers add that the team encourages conversation and feedback, which matches the overall tone of ā€œeasy to get helpā€ in day-to-day comments.

differentiator 16 reviews mention this

Dining stands out for variety

Restaurant-style meals and multiple dietary options are a consistent focus for residents.

Several reviews praise the food as good, delicious, and satisfying, and some call out multiple meals per day with dining hall service. Residents also mention variety and, in at least a few cases, the ability to align meals with diet limits. The community also advertises a full set of dining choices and special diets, which fits the recurring ā€œthe food is a strengthā€ theme in the reviews.

  • An elegant restaurant dining room with neatly arranged tables and chairs, ready for guests.
  • A spacious dining area with neatly arranged tables and chairs, featuring menus on the tables.
common 18 reviews mention this

Activities keep residents engaged

Residents report that there are plenty of activities to join.

Reviews repeatedly mention being able to stay social through group activities like games, cards, exercise, and scheduled events. Several people say they meet friends easily because there is always something happening. The activity offering is broad on-site and includes religious and educational programming, which aligns with residents describing frequent opportunities to get involved.

common 6 reviews mention this

Pricing feels reasonable for value

Multiple reviews describe the pricing as better than competing options.

Some residents and family members say the cost felt better than other places they toured, and that it was a factor in choosing Brookdale College Parkway. The community also lists pricing ranges for both 1-bedroom and 2-bedroom units, which supports the idea that there is a defined affordability story for independent living. While most comments are positive, a few reviewers raise concerns that the overall value does not match expectations.

caveat 5 reviews mention this

Some reviews question food consistency

A minority of residents say the food quality can be inconsistent.

Although many reviews praise the meals, some describe the food as lousy or not always the best, and a few say quality isn’t consistent. There are also mentions of wanting dining wait staff to be more friendly and knowledgeable about resident needs, which suggests service experience can vary. Overall, the reviews show dining as a strength for many, but not every resident has the same experience.

caveat 4 reviews mention this

Facility upkeep gets mixed feedback

A few reviews mention areas of the property needing updates.

Several reviewers describe the community as clean and well maintained, but some say certain areas feel dated or need repainting and updates. At least one comment points to hallways or common areas needing improvement, while another reviewer notes the building is older even if it is solid. This creates a ā€œgenerally clean, with some upkeep gapsā€ pattern across the comments.

common 5 reviews mention this

Close to shopping and doctors

Residents like that everyday needs and care providers are nearby.

More than a few reviews mention convenience—being close to doctors, shopping, and restaurants. The neighborhood benefit is also reflected in comments about easy access to destinations without needing long trips. Nearby options in multiple categories include physician offices and common shopping stops, reinforcing why ā€œlocationā€ comes up as a practical plus.

How we summarize

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Features

Housing

  • 30 resident community capacity 30 resident community capacity
  • 1-bedroom apartments 1-bedroom apartments
  • 2-bedroom apartments 2-bedroom apartments

Types of Care

  • Independent Living Independent Living

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
  • Bath tubs Bath tubs
  • 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
  • Dining room Dining room
  • Full kitchen Full kitchen
  • Fully furnished Fully furnished
  • Garden Garden
  • Garden view Garden view
  • Ground floor units Ground floor units
  • Hiking trails Hiking trails
  • 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
  • Pet friendly Pet friendly
  • Swimming pool Swimming pool
  • Swimming pool / hot tub Swimming pool / hot tub
  • Telephone Telephone
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available

Transportation

  • Southwest Florida International (9 miles away) Southwest Florida International (9 miles away)
  • Transportation & parking Transportation & parking

Care Services

  • 24-hour call system 24-hour call system
  • Assistance with dressing Assistance with dressing
  • Hospice waiver Hospice waiver
  • Meal preparation and service Meal preparation and service
  • Medication management Medication management
  • Mental wellness program Mental wellness program

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
  • Vegan Vegan
  • Vegetarian Vegetarian

Activities

  • Art classes Art classes
  • Bible study group Bible study group
  • Catholic services Catholic services
  • Community-sponsored activities Community-sponsored activities
  • 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
  • Jewish services Jewish services
  • Other religious services Other religious services
  • Protestant services Protestant services
  • Resident-run activities Resident-run activities
  • Scheduled daily activities Scheduled daily activities
  • Visiting Rabbi Visiting Rabbi
  • Visiting chaplain or priest Visiting chaplain or priest

Nearby Places of Interest

Located in Fort Myers, Florida, this neighborhood offers a range of medical facilities including Southwest Florida Neurosurgical and Rehab Associates, Orthopedic Center of Florida, and Lee Health Imaging and Radiology - Riverwalk for convenient healthcare access. Residents can enjoy dining options such as McDonald's, Lazy Flamingo, Olive Garden, and more within a short distance. Multiple pharmacies like CVS Pharmacy and Walgreens are nearby for medication needs. With Gulf Coast Hospital only 1.1 miles away, seniors have quick access to emergency care. The area also features entertainment venues like Regal Belltower theater and cafes such as Starbucks and Panera Bread for leisure activities. Transportation services like U-Haul Moving & Storage are available for convenience. Additionally, St Cecilia's Catholic Church provides a place of worship while Jaycee Park offers a peaceful outdoor space for relaxation and recreation.

Physicians

  • Southwest Florida Neurosurgical and Rehab Associates (0.1 miles)
  • Advanced Pain Management & Spine Specialists (0.2 miles)
  • Orthopedic Center of Florida (0.2 miles)
  • Mazza Plastic Surgery (0.2 miles)
  • Associates In Dermatology (0.2 miles)
  • Millennium Surgery Center (0.2 miles)
  • Lee Health Imaging and Radiology - Riverwalk (0.3 miles)

Restaurants

  • McDonald's (0.6 miles)
  • Lazy Flamingo (1 miles)
  • Olive Garden (1.4 miles)
  • Taco Bell (1.4 miles)
  • Culver's (1.5 miles)
  • Chipotle Mexican Grill (1.5 miles)
  • KFC (1.5 miles)

Pharmacies

  • CVS Pharmacy (0.6 miles)
  • Walgreens (1.4 miles)
  • Walgreens (1.5 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (1.5 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (1.6 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (2.7 miles)
  • Lee Pharmacy - Gulf Coast Medical Center (2.8 miles)

Hospitals

  • Gulf Coast Hospital (1.1 miles)
  • Lee Health (3.3 miles)
  • The Children's Rehabilitation Center - Bass Rd (3.3 miles)
  • Lee Health Cardiovascular Services - HealthPark Commons (3.4 miles)
  • Lee Health Neurodiagnostics - Golisano Children's Hospital (3.5 miles)

Theaters

  • Regal Belltower (1.7 miles)

Cafes

  • Starbucks (1.7 miles)
  • Panera Bread (2.4 miles)
  • Urban Buzz Coffee (3.2 miles)
  • Panera Bread (3.4 miles)
  • Starbucks (3.5 miles)

Transportation

  • U-Haul Moving & Storage (2 miles)

Places of Worship

  • St Cecilia's Catholic Church (2.3 miles)

Parks

  • Jaycee Park (2.6 miles)

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