Walnut Gardens Suites is an independent living community in Oklahoma City, OK.
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6700 NW 16th St, Oklahoma City, OK 73127
For more information about senior living options: (866) 208-4318
4.1 from 75 reviews
5 stars
41
4 stars
17
3 stars
8
2 stars
3
1 stars
6
Overall Review of Walnut Gardens Suites
differentiator5 reviews mention this
Security and gated grounds stand out
Residents describe a secure, gated setting with good privacy.
Multiple residents mention feeling safe because the property is secured and includes privacy features like a fenced perimeter and trees. Others also call out covered parking and a location that makes day-to-day routines easier. Even in reviews that point out age or needed updates, residents still frequently return to the security and privacy they like.
common12 reviews mention this
Clean apartments and responsive upkeep
Many reviews emphasize clean apartments and well-kept grounds.
Cleanliness is a recurring theme: residents describe clean apartments and rooms, along with grounds that are well maintained. Several also mention maintenance issues being addressed on time and describe housekeeping support, including weekly cleaning. A minority of reviews go the other direction with serious pest or odor complaints, which makes cleanliness feel inconsistent across residents’ experiences.
Reviewers describe the community as a strong value, especially for furnished apartment needs during FAA-related timeframes. Several specifically mention lower rates or finding it among the cheapest options compared with alternatives they looked at. Alongside that, a few residents note they’d still consider a longer stay impractical, framing affordability as the main reason to choose shorter windows.
common3 reviews mention this
Weekly help and Wednesday meals
Some residents highlight weekly service and Wednesday meals.
A few reviews mention weekly maid or room cleaning support. Several also describe food included on Wednesdays, with at least one review adding that it can include beer. This appears as a consistent perk in the positive reviews, though it is not described as a primary daily dining option throughout every review.
caveat9 reviews mention this
Old units and Wi‑Fi issues
Residents point to aging units and recurring connectivity problems.
Many positive reviews acknowledge the property is older, but some residents still describe outdated interiors and a need for updates. Wi‑Fi is mentioned as a recurring limitation in multiple reviews, with guidance to bring a router, and at least one person reports ongoing connection trouble. There are also negative reviews describing major repair needs and serious pest or odor problems, which is a notable risk signal when assessing overall condition.
common3 reviews mention this
Convenient to work and airport
Residents say it’s close to work and the airport.
Several reviewers choose Walnut Gardens because it’s conveniently located for FAA-related schedules, including being close to the academy. Others mention short travel time to the airport area, and one review ties the location to being near their destination while still feeling secure on-site. For residents focused on quick access, the location seems to be part of why they recommend the community.
How we summarize
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Features
Types of Care
Independent Living
Transportation
Will Rogers World (7 miles away)
Nearby Places of Interest
Physicians
Blue Stuff Pain Management Center (0.3 miles)
Urology Centers of Oklahoma (1.2 miles)
Medical Specialist (3.8 miles)
Total Primary Care (3.9 miles)
Deaconess Hospital (3.9 miles)
Mary Kathryn Mercer (4 miles)
Total Healthcare Partners (4.2 miles)
Pharmacies
Walgreens (0.6 miles)
Western Oaks Pharmacy (0.9 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (1.7 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (2 miles)
Walgreens (3.6 miles)
PharMore Specialty Pharmacy (4.2 miles)
Prohealth Plaza Pharmacy (4.3 miles)
Restaurants
Del Taco (1.6 miles)
Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers (1.6 miles)
Twin Peaks (1.6 miles)
BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse (2 miles)
Club Keno (2.1 miles)
Trapper's Fish Camp (2.4 miles)
Braum's (2.9 miles)
Hospitals
The Children's Center (1.8 miles)
Kevin O'Neal, DO (3.8 miles)
Integris Physicians Building D (4.3 miles)
Valir Rehabilitation Hospital (6 miles)
St Anthony Hospital (6.1 miles)
Transportation
Interstate Helicopters (3.2 miles)
Atlantic Aviation (3.3 miles)
Will Rogers World Airport Car Rental Center (5 miles)
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Will Rogers World (7 miles away)
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