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Vineyard Community Living - Needham

Vineyard Community Living - Needham is an independent living community in Needham, MA.

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275 2nd Ave, Needham, MA 02494

To contact a resident: (617) 249-4127

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

4.5 from 104 reviews
5 stars
84
4 stars
6
3 stars
4
2 stars
2
1 stars
8

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Vineyard Community Living - Needham Costs & Pricing

Vineyard Community Living in Needham offers competitive pricing for its accommodations compared to the broader market in Norfolk County and the state of Massachusetts. The cost of a semi-private room is set at $3,000 per month, significantly lower than the county average of $6,142 and the state figure of $5,805. For those seeking more private space, a one-bedroom suite is available for $4,500, which remains attractively priced against the county average of $5,598 and Massachusetts' statewide average of $5,349. Additionally, two-bedroom options at Vineyard are offered at $5,500 monthly; while this is slightly below the Norfolk County average of $6,133, it is competitively aligned with the state's average of $6,151. Overall, Vineyard Community Living presents an appealing choice for potential residents seeking quality living arrangements without exceeding budgetary constraints.

Floor plansVineyard Community Living - NeedhamNorfolk CountyMassachusetts
Semi-Private$3,000$6,142$5,805
1 Bedroom$4,500$5,598$5,349
2 Bedrooms$5,500$6,133$6,151

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Overall Review of Vineyard Community Living - Needham

common 8 reviews mention this

Maintenance is fast and dependable

Residents consistently describe maintenance as quick, competent, and easy to work with.

Many residents say maintenance requests get handled promptly and without hassle, with staff showing up quickly and completing repairs efficiently. Several reviews also name individual maintenance staff and describe them as helpful and reliable when issues come up in apartments or common spaces. A few residents also mention reliability issues and follow-through concerns, but the overall theme is that maintenance is a strong point of the day-to-day experience.

common 14 reviews mention this

Staff is friendly and responsive

Residents and families frequently describe the staff as kind, helpful, and responsive.

Across reviews, people mention being greeted warmly and receiving help when questions come up, including during move-in and day-to-day needs. Leasing, concierge/front desk, and management staff are repeatedly praised for professionalism and follow-through, with residents highlighting fast communication and courteous service. At the same time, a small set of reviews raise concerns about disrespectful interactions and insufficient action when problems occur.

common 10 reviews mention this

Amenities keep the building feeling fresh

Residents point to well-maintained amenities and clean common areas.

Several residents say the building’s amenities are extensive and the spaces feel clean, well-kept, and maintained over time. Reviews describe features like gyms, lounge areas, pools, and other community spaces, along with a general sense of cleanliness and upkeep. One resident contrasts the experience by calling out specific cleanliness or equipment problems, but most comments group amenities and maintenance together as a positive.

caveat 3 reviews mention this

Package handling is a recurring pain

Residents raise repeated frustrations with package delivery and retrieval.

Some residents report that packages are marked delivered but not received, or that delivery notifications go to the wrong resident. Others say the concierge/delivery process can lead to replacements and extra costs when packages cannot be located. While there are many positive service notes, package issues show up often enough to be a clear drawback for people who receive frequent deliveries.

caveat 3 reviews mention this

Fire alarms and noise concerns

A few reviews cite frequent alarms and imperfect sound control.

A small number of residents mention fire alarms going off frequently, including at night, and say management did not provide helpful explanations. Other reviews describe noise isolation problems between units, with footsteps and appliances carrying through walls or floors. One top-floor experience is noted as quieter, suggesting conditions may vary by unit even though the concern is still recurring in reviews.

caveat 3 reviews mention this

Costs feel high for some residents

Some residents feel the rent and related costs don’t match the experience.

While many reviews focus on amenities and service, a few call out affordability concerns, including rent increases that they say are hard to sustain. There are also comments about extra expenses when issues arise, like lost packages leading to replacement orders. On the other hand, pricing information provided separately shows a wide range for unit types, so the ā€œoverpricedā€ sentiment appears to be about personal fit and outcomes rather than a single uniform figure.

How we summarize

Counts show how many written reviews mention each theme; a review can touch several themes, and only frequently mentioned themes are displayed.

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 (12 miles away) Gen Edw L Logan International (12 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

Restaurants

  • McDonald's (0.9 miles)
  • Echo Bridge Restaurant (0.9 miles)
  • Corrib Pub & Restaurant (3.3 miles)
  • Chick-Fil-A (3.7 miles)
  • Truly Yogurt (4 miles)
  • Eggs & Thai Cafe (4.2 miles)
  • McDonald's (5 miles)

Parks

  • Newton Highlands Playground (1.1 miles)
  • Cutler Park (1.4 miles)
  • Larz Anderson Park (4.2 miles)
  • Pagel Playground (5 miles)
  • Jamaica Pond (5.1 miles)
  • Olmsted Park (5.3 miles)
  • Franklin Park (6 miles)

Pharmacies

  • CVS Pharmacy (1.2 miles)
  • Walgreens (1.7 miles)
  • Wegmans (2.4 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (3 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (3 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (3.2 miles)
  • Walgreens (3.2 miles)

Cafes

  • French Press Bakery & Cafe (1.7 miles)
  • Blue Bottle Coffee (2.8 miles)
  • Starbucks (3.6 miles)
  • Starbucks (3.9 miles)
  • Starbucks (5 miles)
  • Mike's Donuts (5.4 miles)
  • Tatte Bakery & Cafe (6.6 miles)

Physicians

  • Dedham Medical (2.5 miles)
  • Bidmc Lowry Building (5.9 miles)
  • Mass. Eye and Ear (5.9 miles)
  • Mersi (6 miles)
  • Harvard Medical School (6.2 miles)
  • Harvard Vanguard Medical Associates – Spinal Unit/Pain Management (6.6 miles)
  • Harvard Vanguard Medical Associates (6.6 miles)

Hospitals

  • Newton-Wellesley Hospital (2.5 miles)
  • West Roxbury VA Hospital (2.9 miles)
  • New England Baptist Outpatient Care Center (5.7 miles)
  • Lemuel Shattuck Hospital (5.8 miles)
  • New England Baptist Hospital (5.9 miles)
  • Brigham and Women's Hospital (6 miles)
  • Boston Children's Hospital (6.1 miles)

Theaters

  • Showcase SuperLux (2.7 miles)
  • Cinema World Majestic 7 (5.1 miles)

Transportation

  • MBTA Riverside Station (3.1 miles)
  • MBTA Reservoir Station (4.2 miles)
  • Readville (6 miles)
  • MBTA Fenway Station (6.4 miles)
  • MBTA Ruggles Station (6.9 miles)
  • MBTA Kenmore Station (7 miles)
  • Route 128 station (7.2 miles)

Places of Worship

  • Parish of the Messiah (3.3 miles)
  • St Paul Parish, Harvard Square (7 miles)
  • Saint Catherine of Siena Parish (7.4 miles)

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