Buckner Villas
Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Austin, TX

Buckner Villas

Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Austin, TX

Overview of Buckner Villas

Buckner Villas operates four different types of living communities in Austin, TX, respite care, memory care, assisted living, and independent living. The neighborhood has a Walk Score of 53, meaning it’s somewhat walkable, so people who don’t drive anymore can still handle some basic tasks on their own.

Independent living residents get to keep their homes private, access community services whenever they need them, and don’t require daily care from staff. If someone needs more help, assisted living is the next step up; staff members are there to help with bathing, getting dressed, and managing medications. Memory care is designed for people who might wander, offering a secure space and constant supervision. Respite care is a temporary solution when a regular caregiver needs to travel or take time to recover.

Since all the care happens within the same community, this setup works great for someone whose needs might change over time. The residences come in one-bedroom and two-bedroom options. One-bedroom units give a single person their own private space, while two-bedroom units are perfect for couples who want to move in together.

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Walk Score Info Somewhat walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities. Rank #244 / 862Walk Score — State benchmarked This assisted living community is ranked 244th out of 862 assisted living communities we track in Texas for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across Texas facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every assisted living community we track in Texas that reports data for that category. Assisted living communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
53 / 100
BBB Rating Info An independent rating from the Better Business Bureau based on factors such as complaint history, transparency, and business practices.
A- Not Accredited
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About This Community

Pricing & Financial Information

The below pricing was updated on

Starting Price
$3,700/Month

License Details

RCFE NumberAL#150005

Ownership & Operating Entity

Profit StatusNonprofit

Additional Services

7 services
Respite CareRespite care provides families and unpaid caregivers with short-term relief from caregiving duties. Care can range from a few hours to a few weeks.
Wellness Director
Life Enrichment Coordination
Housekeeping
TransportationListed as: Scheduled transportation
Emergency Call SystemListed as: 24-hour emergency response
Beauty Services

Additional Policies & Features

Pets not allowed

Amenities & Lifestyle

Wellness Center
Swimming Pool
Movie Theater
Parking
Workshop
Resident Storage
Activities
Exercise Classes
Group Outings
Interest-Based Clubs and Discussion Groups
Gardening

Faith & Spiritual Life

Chaplain Services
Religious Affiliationfaith-based, Baptist/Christian (Buckner)

Dining & Nutrition

InfoSourced directly from the team at Buckner Villas.
  • Bistro / café on site.
  • Multiple dining venues.

Room Accommodations

Building Type3-story
1 Bedroom Floor plans as listed by the community: ACACIA (640 sq ft) · PRIMROSE WT (717 sq ft) · PRIMROSE II-WT-B (782 sq ft) · VERBENA I-WT-B (869 sq ft) · VERBENA II (918 sq ft) Floor plans: Acacia, Primrose WT, Primrose II-WT-B, Verbena I-WT-B, Verbena II 640–918 sq ft
2 Bedroom Floor plans as listed by the community: CYPRESS (1,314 sq ft) · TREATY OAK (1,559 sq ft) · LANTANA III-B (1,070 sq ft) · MAGNOLIA I-WT-B (1,063 sq ft) · MAGNOLIA III (1,214 sq ft) · LANTANA II (1,246 sq ft) Floor plans: Cypress, Treaty Oak, Lantana III-B, Magnolia I-WT-B, Magnolia III +1 more 1,063–1,559 sq ft

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Type of Rooms Available

1 Bed
1 Bed
1 / 4
1 Bed
1
640 - 918 sq. ft
2 Bed
2 Bed
1 / 4
2 Bed
2
1,063 - 1,559 sq. ft

Managed by Doyle Antle

Executive Director

25 years of experience

Doyle Antle serves as the Executive Director of Buckner Villas, bringing 25 years of experience with Buckner senior living communities. He began as Director of Nursing before becoming Executive Director in 2003. Doyle holds a Registered Nurse qualification, a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, a Master of Organizational Management, and is a Licensed Nursing Facility Administrator, combining healthcare and leadership expertise to support resident wellbeing.

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Address 9.2 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Austin's city center to Buckner Villas's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 3.42 miles to nearest hospital (St. David's North Austin Medical Center)

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Compare Assisted Living around Austin

Info below is compiled from the TX Health & Human Services Commission (HHSC), 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. CCRC (Continuing Care Retirement Community): A campus with multiple care levels so residents can age in place without moving.
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
Number of years the company has been in operation.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
Name of the licensed owner, operator, or managing entity as filed with the state. Useful for grouping facilities under the same organization.
Total count of citations (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
Citations tied to health-related standards (as categorized by the state). Subset of overall citation activity.
Citations tied to life safety or environmental standards (as categorized by the state). Often distinct from health-line citations.
Housing or bed configuration options (e.g. studio, shared), often from facility-reported amenities and licensing details.
Parsons House Austin
AL
IL
Austin
120
Facility 120
TX AVG 69
Rank #106 / 750
No
57
Facility 57
TX AVG 40
Rank #200 / 862
--Parsons House R.e. Austin, LLC
13
Facility 13
TX AVG 6
Rank #630 / 734
112Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Ledgestone Senior Living
AL
CCRC
IL
MC
Austin
92
Facility 92
TX AVG 69
Rank #236 / 750
Yes
38
Facility 38
TX AVG 40
Rank #462 / 862
--W-C Ledgestone Owner Ix, L.p
5
Facility 5
TX AVG 6
Rank #341 / 734
14Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Brookdale Lohmans Crossing
AL
Austin (Vista Oaks Of Lakeway)
75
Facility 75
TX AVG 69
Rank #308 / 750
Yes
31
Facility 31
TX AVG 40
Rank #547 / 862
--Bkd Southpaw Holdco, LLC
3
Facility 3
TX AVG 6
Rank #200 / 734
21Studio
Gemstone Senior Living at North Austin
AL
Austin (Mcneil)
16
Facility 16
TX AVG 69
Rank #564 / 750
Yes
54
Facility 54
TX AVG 40
Rank #230 / 862
25
Facility 25
TX AVG 17
Rank #81 / 408
-Gemstone Senior Living North Austin LLC
2
Facility 2
TX AVG 6
Rank #156 / 734
11Private / Semi-Private Rooms
Buckner Villas
AL
IL
MC
RC
Austin (Windsor Hills)-No
53
Facility 53
TX AVG 40
Rank #244 / 862
-A-----1 Bed / 2 Bed

Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each assisted living community is ranked against every other TX assisted living community we track that reports that metric, not just the 5 on this page. See how we rank facilities

Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Texas

Buckner Villas is located in Austin, Texas.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Texas.

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Community Care for the Aged and Disabled (CCAD)

TX Medicaid CCAD

Age 65+ or disabled
General Texas resident, Medicaid-eligible, care need (not always nursing home level).
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
TX

Large state; rural access challenges.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Respite (240 hours/year) Adult day care (~$60/day) Home aides

Texas Community Care Services

TX CCS

Age 60+
General Texas resident, at risk of decline.
Income Limits ~$2,000/month individual, varies
Asset Limits $5,000 individual
TX

Limited funding; high demand in urban areas.

Benefits
In-home care (3-5 hours/week) Respite (up to 10 days/year) Transportation (~5 trips/month)

Area Agency on Aging (AAA) Services

Texas AAA Services

Age 60+
General TX resident; no income/asset limits.
Income Limits (2025) None; donations encouraged.
Asset Limits Not assessed.
TX

28 AAAs; includes Meals on Wheels in some areas.

Benefits
Meals (~$5-$7/meal) Transportation Homemaker services (~4 hours/week) Respite (~5 days/year) Legal aid

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Texas Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled
General TX resident, Medicare Part A/B.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.
Asset Limits $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).
TX

Includes Extra Help for Part D; no waitlist.

Benefits
Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month) Deductibles ($240/year) Copays (~20%)

Family Caregiver Support Program (FCSP)

Texas Family Caregiver Support Program

Age —
General Caregivers of 60+ needing care or 55+ caregivers of others; TX resident; 2+ ADLs.
Income Limits (2025) No strict cap; prioritizes low-income ~$24,980/year
Asset Limits Not assessed.
TX

High rural demand; includes grandparent caregivers.

Benefits
Respite (4-6 hours/week or 5 days/year) Adult day care ($60/day) Training Supplies (~$500/year)

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

Texas VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse
General TX resident, wartime service, ADL help (A&A) or homebound.
Income Limits (2025) Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.
Asset Limits ~$155,356 net worth
TX

High veteran population; supports rural/urban needs.

Benefits
Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs

Property Tax Exemption for Seniors

Texas Senior Property Tax Exemption

Age 65+
General TX resident, homeowner (homestead).
Income Limits (2025) None; tax-based eligibility.
Asset Limits Not assessed.
TX

$25,000+ exemption; optional freeze in some counties; saves ~$500-$1,000/year.

Benefits
Tax exemption or freeze (~$500-$1,000/year savings)

Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP)

Texas SFMNP

Age 60+
General TX resident, low-income.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,322/month 185% FPL
Asset Limits Not assessed.
TX

Vouchers (~$50/season); serves ~20,000 via 28 AAAs.

Benefits
Vouchers (~$50/season) for produce at farmers’ markets

Frequently Asked Questions about Buckner Villas

What neighborhood is Buckner Villas in?

Buckner Villas is in the Windsor Hills neighborhood of Austin.

Is Buckner Villas in a walkable area?

Buckner Villas has a walk score of 53. Somewhat walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

Are pets allowed at Buckner Villas?

No, Buckner Villas has a no-pet policy.

Does Buckner Villas operate as a for-profit or non-profit?

Buckner Villas is registered as a non-profit in TX.

How much does Buckner Villas cost per month?

Pricing at Buckner Villas starts at $3,700 per month, with rates varying by floorplan and additional care needs.

Are there photos of Buckner Villas?

Yes — there are 5 photos of Buckner Villas in the photo gallery on this page.

What levels of care does Buckner Villas provide?

Buckner Villas offers Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care & Respite Care.

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