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Vineyard Community Living - Nova Brighton in Boston, MA

Vineyard Community Living - Nova Brighton is an independent living community in Boston, MA.

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1505 Commonwealth Ave, Boston, MA 02135

To contact a resident: (617) 249-4127

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4.8 from 101 reviews
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Vineyard Community Living - Nova Brighton Costs & Pricing

Vineyard Community Living - Nova Brighton offers a compelling pricing structure compared to the broader market in Suffolk County and the state of Massachusetts. For instance, the monthly rate for a semi-private room at Nova Brighton is $3,000, which significantly undercuts both the county average of $5,616 and the state average of $5,805. Similarly, their one-bedroom units are priced at $4,000, providing an attractive alternative to Suffolk County's $5,439 and Massachusetts' statewide rate of $5,349. Even their two-bedroom accommodations at $5,000 present a more affordable option compared to the county's average of $7,110 and Massachusetts' average of $6,151. Overall, Vineyard Community Living - Nova Brighton stands out as a cost-effective choice for those seeking quality living arrangements without compromising on care or community amenities.

Floor plansVineyard Community Living - Nova BrightonSuffolk CountyMassachusetts
Semi-Private$3,000$5,616$5,805
1 Bedroom$4,000$5,439$5,349
2 Bedrooms$5,000$7,110$6,151

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Overall Review of Vineyard Community Living - Nova Brighton

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Management feels responsive

Residents consistently describe management and maintenance as responsive and easy to reach.

A large share of residents say they can communicate with the office quickly and that maintenance requests get handled promptly. Several reviewers call out specific people in the management team as kind, supportive, and attentive to questions. A few also mention smooth move-in or transfer experiences and quick follow-through when issues come up.

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Clean, quiet, and well kept

Many residents highlight cleanliness, safety, and a quiet feel in the building.

Multiple reviews describe spotless public areas, a clean building, and a generally safe environment. Several residents also mention that the community feels quiet with little noise from neighbors. There are also a couple of cautions about winter electricity costs and intermittent fire alarm issues in the past, which residents contrast against the overall upkeep.

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Pet friendly, with a dog area

Pet-friendly policies stand out, including on-site spaces for dogs.

Residents repeatedly mention that the community is pet friendly and specifically appreciate the dog park. Reviews also describe pet-focused conveniences like a dedicated dog area and related building features that make daily routines easier for pet owners. One resident even mentions a dog trainer event as part of the community programming.

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Wednesday breakfasts and events

Residents value community events, especially complimentary Wednesday breakfasts.

Many reviewers talk about a sense of community that comes from resident events and regular touches like complimentary Wednesday breakfasts. Several residents describe themed gatherings and other activities that help neighbors connect without pressure to participate. A few also mention weekly snacks or refreshments in addition to the broader event calendar.

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Pricing looks well below benchmarks

Pricing is presented as far below county and state benchmarks across unit types.

While most reviews focus more on day-to-day living than rent calculations, some residents do call the overall rent reasonable for the area and amenities included. The listing pricing range is also positioned as dramatically lower than county and state benchmarks for semi-private, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom options. Taken together, residents generally frame cost as fair relative to what they receive, even though one review flags higher-than-expected winter electricity bills.

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Winter electricity can run high

One recurring concern is higher electricity costs in winter months.

At least a couple of residents describe electricity bills that feel unusually high during winter. One reviewer points to the building using electric heat and reports that heating costs can be far above what they expected. They also note that a fire-alarm issue seen earlier appeared repaired later, suggesting problems may have been time-bound rather than constant.

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Features

Types of Care

  • Independent Living Independent Living

Amenities

  • Activities on-site Activities on-site
  • Devotional services off-site Devotional services off-site
  • Indoor common areas Indoor common areas

Transportation

  • Gen Edw L Logan International (7 miles away) Gen Edw L Logan International (7 miles away)

Care Services

  • Ambulatory care Ambulatory care
  • Diabetic care Diabetic care

Dining

  • Meals provided Meals provided

Activities

  • Activities on-site Activities on-site
  • Devotional activities offsite Devotional activities offsite

Nearby Places of Interest

Pharmacies

  • CVS Pharmacy (0.6 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (0.9 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (1 miles)
  • Walgreens (1.3 miles)
  • Walgreens (1.7 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (1.8 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (2 miles)

Transportation

  • MBTA Reservoir Station (0.9 miles)
  • MBTA Fenway Station (1.9 miles)
  • MBTA Kenmore Station (2.4 miles)
  • MBTA Ruggles Station (2.8 miles)
  • Porter Square MBTA Station (3.1 miles)
  • MBTA Union Square Station (3.2 miles)
  • MBTA Davis Square Station (3.6 miles)

Cafes

  • Starbucks (1 miles)
  • Flour Bakery + Cafe (2 miles)
  • Blue Bottle Coffee (2.2 miles)
  • Tatte Bakery & Cafe (2.2 miles)
  • Tatte Bakery & Cafe (2.2 miles)
  • Cafe Rustica (3 miles)
  • Forge Baking Company (3 miles)

Restaurants

  • McDonald's (1 miles)
  • Spring Shabu-Shabu (1.1 miles)
  • Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers (1.2 miles)
  • Veggie Crust (1.3 miles)
  • Kura Revolving Sushi Bar (1.3 miles)
  • Sofra Bakery & Cafe (2 miles)
  • Charlie's Kitchen (2 miles)

Theaters

  • Cinema World Majestic 7 (1.3 miles)
  • Showcase SuperLux (2.3 miles)
  • Kendall Square Cinema (3 miles)
  • AMC Loews Boston Common 19 (4 miles)

Physicians

  • Bidmc Lowry Building (1.8 miles)
  • Mass. Eye and Ear (2 miles)
  • Harvard Vanguard Medical Associates – Spinal Unit/Pain Management (2.1 miles)
  • Harvard Medical School (2.1 miles)
  • Harvard Vanguard Medical Associates (2.1 miles)
  • Harvard Vanguard Medical Associates (2.6 miles)
  • Harvard Vanguard Medical Associates (3.6 miles)

Hospitals

  • Mount Auburn Hospital (1.9 miles)
  • Brigham and Women's Hospital (1.9 miles)
  • Boston Children's Hospital (2 miles)
  • New England Baptist Hospital (2.2 miles)
  • Lemuel Shattuck Hospital (3.9 miles)
  • Labor And Delivery at Tufts (4 miles)
  • McLean Hospital (4.1 miles)

Places of Worship

  • St Paul Parish, Harvard Square (2.1 miles)

Parks

  • Olmsted Park (2.3 miles)
  • Jamaica Pond (2.5 miles)
  • Larz Anderson Park (2.5 miles)
  • Summer Street Dog Park (3.3 miles)
  • Franklin Park (3.3 miles)
  • The Esplanade (3.5 miles)
  • Grove-Cedar Bike Path (3.6 miles)

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