Melville Towers
Enjoy a vibrant lifestyle at Melville Towers, a distinct 62+ community in New Bedford, MA, offering independent living. Older adults can rest assured of finding the right accommodation based on their preferences with beautifully designed and spacious one- and two-bedroom floor plans. With emergency maintenance, management, and laundry spaces, residents are guaranteed a hassle-free living.
There’s no dull moment with plenty of engaging activities and enriching programs that highlight their interests and capabilities. Dining, shopping, and healthcare providers are easily accessible, providing unending recreation and wellness opportunities. Pets are also welcome to accompany residents to ease their loneliness. The community is ideal for those looking to live independently in retirement, especially with its warm and welcoming environment.
Community insights.
About this community
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Room Sizes: 525 / 660 sq. ft
Housing Options: 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: High-rise
Beauty Services
Social and Recreational Activities
Parking Available
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0.4 miles from city center
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Info below is compiled from the MA Executive Office of Elder Affairs, 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.
MC (Memory Care):
Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia.
RC (Respite Care):
Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break.
IL (Independent Living):
Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care.
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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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Licensed beds designated for special-care services (e.g. memory or other specialized units), as reported in state licensing data.
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Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
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Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
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Number of years the company has been in operation.
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Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
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Yes/No from payment or funding tags indicating low-income accessibility options in state disclosures—not a determination of personal eligibility.
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Whether the community is disclosed as co-located or on the same campus as a nursing home in state records.
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| Atria Merrimack Place | IL AL MC RC | Newburyport | 129
Facility
129
MA AVG
86
Rank
#24 / 227 | Yes | 23 |
56
Facility
56
MA AVG
54
Rank
#203 / 438 | Studio / Suite / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 26
Facility
26
MA AVG
22
Rank
#77 / 178 | - | No | Yes |
| AVIVA Country Club Heights | IL AL MC RC | Woburn | 107
Facility
107
MA AVG
86
Rank
#48 / 227 | Yes | 24 |
50
Facility
50
MA AVG
54
Rank
#231 / 438 | Traditional (83), Special Care (24) | 30
Facility
30
MA AVG
22
Rank
#14 / 178 | A | No | No |
| Traditions of Dedham | IL AL MC RC | Dedham | 95
Facility
95
MA AVG
86
Rank
#70 / 227 | No | 14 |
57
Facility
57
MA AVG
54
Rank
#201 / 438 | Studio / Alcove / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 24
Facility
24
MA AVG
22
Rank
#95 / 178 | A+ | Yes | No |
| Mason Wright | IL AL MC | Springfield (Six Corners) | 90
Facility
90
MA AVG
86
Rank
#84 / 227 | No | 23 |
82
Facility
82
MA AVG
54
Rank
#103 / 438 | Traditional (67), Special Care (23) | 29
Facility
29
MA AVG
22
Rank
#26 / 178 | - | Yes | No |
| Melville Towers | IL | New Bedford | - | Yes | - |
73
Facility
73
MA AVG
54
Rank
#141 / 438 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed | - | - | No | - |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Melville Towers
Is Melville Towers in a walkable area?
Melville Towers has a walk score of 73. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.
Does Melville Towers have different floorplan options?
Yes — see the floorplan options available at Melville Towers on this page.
Are pets allowed at Melville Towers?
Yes, Melville Towers allows residents to bring their pets.
Are there photos of Melville Towers?
Yes — there are 17 photos of Melville Towers in the photo gallery on this page.
What is the address of Melville Towers?
Melville Towers is located at 850 Pleasant St #1, New Bedford, MA 02740.
What is the phone number of Melville Towers?
(508) 972-8546 will put you in contact with the team at Melville Towers.
Does Melville Towers provide medical or personal care assistance?
No — Melville Towers is an independent living community. Residents live on their own in private apartments with access to amenities, dining, and social activities.





