Mount St James Apartments sits at 338 Jamesville Ave in Syracuse, New York, and was built in 1962 as a four-story high-rise with 142 apartments, and you'll find studio, one-bedroom, two-bedroom, and three-bedroom layouts, including some with dens, where units range from about 480 to 980 square feet, and all have utilities included in the rent, with rent prices usually lower than the average for the area, and Section 8 vouchers are accepted as well, which helps low and moderate income seniors, families, and people with disabilities find a place to live. This community mainly focuses on retirement living and has options for independent living, assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing, and even home care, so active seniors can keep their independence while folks with care needs can get support, and you can choose from different levels based on what you need, which makes things simpler when needs change.
Staff at Mount St James Apartments are part of Christopher Community, Inc., which manages a variety of senior and family communities across upstate New York, and people generally say the staff here are helpful and kind, and activities try to keep residents both social and engaged. There's an on-site superintendent who responds to emergencies day or night, along with fire detection systems, security cameras, locked entry doors, and laundry rooms, and if you need to get around town, there are two transportation services nearby, plus on-site parking is available for a small fee. Most days, you'll get nutritious meals planned out and cooked by staff, and support for activities of daily living is available if it's needed.
The apartments are in a neighborhood where you'll find hospitals, doctors, pharmacies, restaurants, cafes, parks, and places of worship close by; in fact, there are nine hospitals within quick reach in case of emergencies, 35 doctors' offices, eight pharmacies, five places of worship, and plenty of food choices, from restaurants to cafes. The area has three nearby parks if you want to spend time outside. Residents are usually 55 and older, making it a typical active adult community where it's easier to connect with neighbors who have similar interests. Apartments have simple floor plans, and building reports say all units have access to the main amenities and building features. Security's taken seriously, and equal housing is offered without discrimination.
Residents have given this community an average score of 6.7 out of 10 and My Caring Plan ranks it 10th in Syracuse, so you get a sense the place tries to keep standard care and friendly service, though it's not perfect. If you'd like to schedule a tour, get prices, or learn more, Mount St James Apartments works with A Place For Mom for guidance, and you can find other communities nearby with different care types if needed. Overall, Mount St James Apartments offers a simple, honest option with basic amenities, care when it's needed, and a location that means you're not far from essential services.
