Conifer Village at Oakcrest

    2011 Brooks Dr, Capitol Heights, MD, 20747
    5.0 · 5 reviews
    • Independent living
    AnonymousCurrent/former resident
    5.0

    Accessible apartment with excellent staff

    I moved into a brand-new, clean apartment with a full kitchen, balcony and a wide, wheelchair-accessible bathroom - patios and a lovely garden seating area make it feel like home. The staff are kind, knowledgeable and always available (front desk/phone, two people in the office); they run a clubhouse with a computer room, gym, activities (Valentine's party with a fun DJ and giveaways), shuttle service and lots of social opportunities. Grounds and common areas are well-maintained, it's close to shops and buses, the price feels comfortable, and I happily recommend it.

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    5.00 · 5 reviews

    Overall rating

    1. 5
    2. 4
    3. 3
    4. 2
    5. 1
    • Care

      5.0
    • Staff

      4.8
    • Meals

      5.0
    • Amenities

      4.7
    • Value

      4.5

    Pros

    • Brand-new apartments
    • Clean facilities and well-kept grounds
    • Friendly, caring, and knowledgeable staff
    • Front desk available by phone
    • Two staff members in the office (staff availability)
    • Shuttle service and proximity to bus services
    • Convenient location near shops
    • Clubhouse/community room
    • Regular activities and social opportunities
    • Exercise room/gym
    • Computer room
    • Events with food, entertainment, and giveaways (e.g., Valentine's party)
    • Full kitchens allowing residents to cook their own meals
    • Balconies and patios for outdoor seating
    • Handicap-accessible garden patio and wheelchair-accessible bathrooms
    • Social lounge area and nice sitting areas with greenery
    • Pleasant and accommodating management
    • Good value/comfortable pricing and recommended by reviewers

    Summary review

    Overall sentiment: Reviews of Conifer Village at Oakcrest are overwhelmingly positive. Multiple reviewers emphasize that the property is brand new, very clean, and well maintained. Praise centers on the quality of the physical plant, the thoughtful accessible design features, and a consistently positive resident experience driven by staff and programming. There are no explicit negative remarks reported in the supplied summaries, and reviewers repeatedly recommend the community to others.

    Care quality and staff: A recurring theme is the staff’s friendliness, helpfulness, and knowledgeability. Reviewers describe staff who "care about residents," who are accommodating, and who create a welcoming environment. Office staffing is noted specifically: the front desk is reachable by phone and there are two staff in the office, suggesting reliable point-of-contact availability. Management is described as pleasant, and multiple comments praise staff availability and responsiveness. Overall, the reviews portray a strong resident-centered culture and consistent positive interactions between staff and residents.

    Facilities and accessibility: The community’s new construction and cleanliness are repeatedly emphasized. Key facility highlights include a clubhouse and community room, exercise room/gym, computer room, patios and balconies, and attractive outdoor sitting areas with greenery. Accessibility features are also called out: a handicap-accessible garden patio and wide, wheelchair-accessible bathrooms. Apartments include full kitchens, which some reviewers specifically mention as a benefit. The combination of modern construction, accessible design, and well-maintained grounds contributes substantially to the positive impressions.

    Dining and living arrangements: Reviewers note that apartments have full kitchens and there is a kitchen available for residents to cook their own meals. This indicates a model that supports independent meal preparation and flexibility rather than emphasizing a provided dining service. Several reviewers highlight the ability to cook and eat in their own units or common kitchen, and that arrangement appears to match resident expectations for this community.

    Activities and social life: Social programming is a clear strength. The clubhouse hosts regular activities and special events such as a Valentine’s party with abundant food, a DJ, and giveaways. Reviewers mention lots of social opportunities, a social lounge area, and active engagement, which supports a lively community atmosphere. The availability of a shuttle service and proximity to bus lines and shops enhance resident mobility and access to off-site amenities, reinforcing social connectedness.

    Management, value, and overall impressions: Multiple reviewers indicate that Conifer Village at Oakcrest offers good value and comfortable pricing. Management and staff are described as pleasant and accommodating, and the community’s overall upkeep is highlighted. The combination of a brand-new property, attentive staff, accessible features, active programming, and transportation options produces a strong net-positive impression among reviewers.

    Notable patterns and potential gaps: The supplied reviews are uniformly favorable and do not contain direct criticisms. Observations that may be relevant for prospective residents (but are not framed negatively by reviewers) include the community’s emphasis on independent meal preparation (full kitchens and a community kitchen) rather than mention of an on-site formal dining program. Also, while the front desk is available by phone and two staff are present in the office, reviewers do not detail 24/7 in-person staffing levels; this is an informational point rather than a complaint. Finally, because the property is new, ongoing maturation of programs and landscaping could be expected, but reviewers already report well-maintained grounds and active programming.

    Bottom line: Conifer Village at Oakcrest is described consistently as a clean, modern, accessible, and well-managed community with caring staff, good social programming, and practical amenities such as full kitchens, transportation options, and fitness and computer resources. Reviewers highlight value for money and recommend the community, making it appear to be a strong option for prospective residents who prioritize new construction, staff engagement, accessibility, and active social life.

    Location

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    About Conifer Village at Oakcrest

    Conifer Village at Oakcrest sits in a wooded neighborhood of Capitol Heights, MD, just one mile from the D.C. line and right inside the Capital Beltway, and it's meant for adults aged 62 and older who meet certain income requirements since they're a low income housing tax credit (LIHTC) community where rents are set around 30% of monthly income and people usually go through a full application with proof of income, background check, references, and all that, and the place doesn't allow dogs or cats, so pets wouldn't be moving in. They have one and two-bedroom apartments with sizes running from about 698 to 1,057 square feet, and all of them have Energy Star appliances like dishwashers, ovens, refrigerators, garbage disposals, plus there's washer and dryer hookups in the units, carpet or hardwood or laminate floors, central air, patios or balconies, and everything's clean and modern because the place is brand new, and a smoke-free policy keeps things healthier. Security's handled through controlled access, there's an elevator, a 24-hour emergency maintenance staff, on-site management, and a front desk that can be reached by phone, so people do get help if they need it, and they offer a community shuttle for getting around too. Folks who want to stay busy can use the fitness center, outdoor fitness station, sports court, computer lab, business center, clubhouse, or community rooms, and there are plenty of places to sit outdoors on the patio or just walk around the nicely kept grounds, and the whole building's accessible for people with disabilities. There's plenty of parking out front, plus a guest suite if someone wants to have visitors stay over. They offer assisted living, memory care, and independent living services, so someone who needs more help or has memory problems can find support, and there are senior apartments for people who just want to come and go on their own. Reviews seem to be very positive, showing a 5-star rating, and people who live there seem to like the staff and the fact that things are new and well cared for. Laundry is handled in common laundry centers or in-unit hookups, and the apartments are close to public transportation and other neighborhood services. The apartments use a fair housing and equal opportunity policy, and everyone who qualifies by age and income can apply.

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