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Woodrose Senior Affordable Apartments in Bellingham, WA

Woodrose Senior Affordable Apartments is an independent living community in Bellingham, WA.

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3353 Racine Street, Bellingham, WA 98226

To contact a resident: (833) 216-1230

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

4.8 from 117 reviews
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Overall Review of Woodrose Senior Affordable Apartments

caveat 2 reviews mention this

Elevator issues create safety concerns

Residents describe elevator outages that left some people navigating stairs during emergencies.

Some reviews raise a serious concern about elevator reliability. Residents describe periods when the elevator was out of service, including during a major fire alarm, and note trouble getting around—especially for someone using a walker. One review also links the situation to how older residents handled evacuation.

common 8 reviews mention this

Maintenance is fast and effective

Residents frequently describe maintenance that responds quickly and follows through.

A recurring theme is timely maintenance. Several reviews describe quick fixes for leaks, electrical needs, and other apartment issues, with work completed efficiently after a request. Caregivers and visitors also comment on the overall upkeep and note that staff promptly handle problems when they come up.

common 10 reviews mention this

Clean common areas stand out

Reviews repeatedly highlight the property’s cleanliness in lobbies, bathrooms, and hallways.

Multiple residents and visitors mention that the building is consistently clean and well maintained. Reviews specifically call out clean lobbies, bathrooms, courtyards, and common areas, and some describe noticing the tidy condition frequently when they arrive. Caregivers also echo the cleanliness of entry areas, halls, bathrooms, and laundry.

common 5 reviews mention this

Community rooms keep seniors busy

Community spaces are used for scheduled events, games, and gatherings.

Residents describe regular opportunities to socialize through community room activities. Reviews mention games, books, crafts, cooking events, potlucks, birthday celebrations, and other scheduled gatherings. A few reviews also suggest that activity levels can vary and that some residents may spend more time in their apartments depending on resourcing.

common 4 reviews mention this

Good location and bus access

Residents value the central location and access to local errands and transit.

Several reviews point to convenience, including easy access to the bus line and nearby everyday needs. Reviews also mention being close to restaurants and other local spots, and at least one reviewer describes a walkable location tied to a nearby center. One review notes parking as a convenience, while another adds that there may not be enough handicapped parking for residents or visitors.

caveat 2 reviews mention this

Affordability is a mixed story

Affordability concerns show up around rent increases and fit for certain budgets.

While the community is described as affordable for seniors, reviews also mention cost pressure. One resident says rent increases when Social Security goes up, which can affect budgeting. Another review says the community was outside their price range, and also notes some unit-level features they wanted but didn’t see.

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Features

Types of Care

  • Independent Living Independent Living

Transportation

  • Bellingham International (4 miles away) Bellingham International (4 miles away)

Nearby Places of Interest

Restaurants

  • Taco Bell (0.2 miles)
  • Jack In The Box (0.4 miles)
  • Panda Express (0.4 miles)
  • Applebee's (0.4 miles)
  • Latitude Kitchen & Bar (0.4 miles)
  • Scotty Browns (0.6 miles)
  • Jalapeños (0.6 miles)

Pharmacies

  • Can Drug USA (0.3 miles)
  • Haggen Pharmacy (0.6 miles)
  • Haggen Food Pharmacy (0.6 miles)
  • Rx Mart Pharmacy (0.9 miles)
  • Hoagland Pharmacy (1.1 miles)
  • Haggen Pharmacy (1.5 miles)
  • Rite Aid (1.5 miles)

Physicians

  • Bellingham Bay Opthalmology (0.4 miles)
  • Ingrid Carlson, MD (0.4 miles)
  • North Sound Family Medicine (0.4 miles)
  • Barkley Boulevard Dental Care (0.4 miles)
  • Dr Lisa A Kaepernick, MD (0.7 miles)
  • Bellingham OB/GYN (0.7 miles)
  • Squalicum Family Medicine (0.8 miles)

Theaters

  • Regal Barkley Village IMAX & RPX (0.4 miles)

Cafes

  • Starbucks (0.6 miles)
  • Starbucks (1.4 miles)
  • Caffe Adagio (1.9 miles)
  • Cafe Velo (2 miles)
  • Mount Bakery (2 miles)
  • Old Town Cafe (2 miles)
  • Marlins Cafe (2.1 miles)

Hospitals

  • St Joseph Cancer Center (0.6 miles)
  • Peacehealth St Joseph Child Birth Center (0.8 miles)
  • PeaceHealth St. Joseph Medical Center (0.9 miles)
  • Bellingham Surgery Center (0.9 miles)
  • Mount Baker Kidney Center (1 miles)
  • Mount Baker Imaging (1.2 miles)

Parks

  • Broadway Park (1.2 miles)
  • Cornwall Park (1.7 miles)
  • Elizabeth Park (2 miles)
  • Whatcom Falls Park (2 miles)

Transportation

  • WTA Bellingham Station (2 miles)
  • WTA Cordata Station (2.1 miles)
  • WTA Bus Stop (2.1 miles)

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