Azalea Estates Gracious Retirement Living
Enriching seniors’ lives with compassionate assistance, vibrant activities, and excellent services, Azalea Estates is a remarkable senior living community in Chapel Hill, NC, offering independent living. Warm and inviting spaces awaits residents, giving them plenty of spaces for relaxation, making connections, and leisure. Residents can choose from a variety of studios, 1 bedrooms & 2 bedroom apartments with kitchenettes, 24-hour emergency pull cords and other conveniences for a comfortable and secure living environment. Live-in managers live within the community to ensure residents can easily reach them when they need assistance.
Indulge in a vibrant daily programming and fun activities, events, and organized outings inspired by individual preferences and needs. Chef-prepared meals, weekly housekeeping, linen services, maintenance, and transportation services allows residents to enjoy more of their time instead of spending it worrying about chores and the hassle of daily living. Amenities include a grand theater, library, salon, fitness center, craft room, and several community rooms and common areas for gathering and socializing with families, friends, and fellow residents.
Community insights.
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Room Sizes: 388-813 / 493-934 / 937-1044 sq. ft
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: Mid-rise
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1.8 miles from city center
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Info below is compiled from the NC Dept. of Health & Human Services (NCDHHS), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.
Communities are listed from highest-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our methodology.
Care Types in This Table
AL (Assisted Living):
Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing.
NH (Nursing Home):
24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs.
SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility):
Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness.
IL (Independent Living):
Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care.
CCRC (Continuing Care Retirement Community):
A campus with multiple care levels so residents can age in place without moving.
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City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
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Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
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Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
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Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
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Reported or derived occupancy for the facility—typically how fully licensed capacity is utilized. Compare across peers in the same market.
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Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
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Share of inspections that resulted in deficiencies, expressed as a percentage of total inspections in the window.
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Housing or bed configuration options (e.g. studio, shared), often from facility-reported amenities and licensing details.
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| Carol Woods | IL AL CCRC NH SNF | Chapel Hill (Carol Woods) | 30
Facility
30
NC AVG
70
Rank
#53 / 62 | Yes |
13
Facility
13
NC AVG
34
Rank
#111 / 142 |
93.0%
Facility
93.0%
NC AVG
72.6%
Rank
#7 / 39 | 3 | 67%
Facility
67%
NC AVG
91.8%
Rank
#3 / 46 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
| Azalea Estates Gracious Retirement Living | IL | Chapel Hill (Estes Hills) | - | Yes |
19
Facility
19
NC AVG
34
Rank
#102 / 142 | - | - | - | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
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Financial Assistance for
Independent Living in North Carolina
Azalea Estates Gracious Retirement Living is located in Chapel Hill, North Carolina.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Azalea Estates Gracious Retirement Living
What neighborhood is Azalea Estates Gracious Retirement Living in?
Azalea Estates Gracious Retirement Living is in the Estes Hills neighborhood of Chapel Hill.
Is Azalea Estates Gracious Retirement Living in a walkable area?
Azalea Estates Gracious Retirement Living has a walk score of 19. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
Are pets allowed at Azalea Estates Gracious Retirement Living?
Yes, Azalea Estates Gracious Retirement Living allows residents to bring their pets.
How much does Azalea Estates Gracious Retirement Living cost per month?
Pricing at Azalea Estates Gracious Retirement Living starts at $3,265 per month, with rates varying by floorplan and additional care needs.
Are there photos of Azalea Estates Gracious Retirement Living?
Yes — there are 7 photos of Azalea Estates Gracious Retirement Living in the photo gallery on this page.
What levels of care does Azalea Estates Gracious Retirement Living provide?
Azalea Estates Gracious Retirement Living offers Independent Living.
What is the address of Azalea Estates Gracious Retirement Living?
Azalea Estates Gracious Retirement Living is located at 700 N Estes Dr, Chapel Hill, NC 27514.
















