Fairfield at St. James sits in a quiet area of Saint James, New York, close to the Smith Haven Mall, shops, restaurants, a university, and hospitals, and you can catch the Long Island Rail Road or a scheduled bus right nearby, which can be helpful for getting around or going to appointments. The community has a well-kept look, with residents saying they're proud to live there and neighbors tending to know each other. The homes include studios, one-bedroom, two-bedroom, and three-bedroom condos and townhomes, and some have ground-floor entry, garages, balconies, and in-unit washer and dryers, so folks can find what works best for their needs. People pay about $400 a month for the HOA, which takes care of things like the outside of the buildings, landscaping, snow removal, trash, water, and use of all the different amenities, and depending on where the home sits, either a management company or a group of residents make the big decisions. Pets aren't allowed in general, but service animals are welcome with the right paperwork.
Plenty to do if you like group activities-there are planned trips and community events, game nights in card rooms, clubs for hobbies, music and arts programs, and places to watch movies together. Walking and biking paths wind through and around the neighborhood, including a good-length three-mile trail. Outdoor spaces include a community courtyard, and folks can use pickleball and tennis courts or swim in two indoor pools, one outdoor pool, or sit in the sauna. There's a main clubhouse, fitness center, and gym, while wellness rooms and reserved spaces let residents meet for social or exercise programs. Those who want more activity can join wellness and lifestyle offerings, play cards, or join in social events.
Homes include features you might want for comfort and ease, like air conditioning, ceiling fans, high-speed Wi-Fi, cable TV, phones, soft carpeting or hardwood floors, and quartz kitchen counters paired with wood shaker cabinets, plank tile floors, and stainless steel Whirlpool Gold Series appliances-all the kitchens have stove/oven, dishwasher, microwave, and refrigerator. Bathrooms lean modern, often with subway or marble tile flooring, frameless showers, and quartz vanity tops, and the wall paint is a light Stonington gray, plus there's crown and base molding for a finished look. ELFA closet systems and elegant faux woodgrain window treatments round out the spaces. Most units feel bright and easy to move around in.
Dining offers choices like a community dining room, all-day meals, restaurant-style service, and food that considers allergies or special diets, plus a professional chef prepares meals. Community parking and wide grounds mean it's simple to come and go for visitors and residents. The library, game room, movie projector, arts room, and outdoor areas all encourage social time.
When it comes to services, residents have access to assisted living care, skilled nursing, memory care for folks with confusion or wandering, respite care for temporary help, and support for daily needs such as bathing, getting dressed, managing medicines, meals, and more. There's help for those who want to stay independent, along with a 24-hour call system for emergencies or if someone's unwell. Housekeeping, laundry, move-in help, a concierge, and support for families come standard, so families can focus elsewhere. Home care services help those who need extra medical attention.
Fairfield at St. James keeps its community focused on older adults, with 55+ standards, supportive programs, and open spaces for keeping active. People often say the community feels close-knit and safe, with folks watching out for each other and taking care of the grounds together. With a community rating of 8.6 out of 10, it's a straightforward choice for those who want a mix of activities, comfort, services, and a sense of neighborhood on Long Island.
