Chaucer Court

Chaucer Court

Overview of Chaucer Court

Chaucer Court is at 1019 SW 10th Ave in Southwest Portland, and it’s made for independent adults who are 55 or older. The building has been standing since the 1920s, and it’s now listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Back in 2011, it went through a full renovation, but the update didn’t erase the past. Original touches like terra-cotta lanterns and a stained-glass window are still there, just paired now with newer, modern features. The community has been up and running for 15 years, so it’s well past its early days.

Residents can choose from studio or one-bedroom apartments, each between 445 and 510 square feet. But what really sets this place apart is how walkable it is. Chaucer Court has a Walk Score of 100, the highest a location can get. That means daily errands don’t call for a car at all. Downtown Portland is about 0.4 miles away, the Pearl District is just next door, and public transit puts places like the Portland Art Museum, the Oregon Historical Society, and the Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall within easy reach, no driving needed.

On top of that, residents have access to transportation services and options for fitness and recreation. None of it is dressed up to sound bigger than it is. This is simply a historic building in one of Portland’s best-connected neighborhoods, made for people who want their independence without giving up quick access to city life. All together, Chaucer Court comes down to its location: walkable, close to transit, and part of a piece of Portland’s preserved history.

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Years of operating Info A community with a solid operating history and experience delivering ongoing care. This is the number of years in operation under current management. Rank #91 / 108Years in operation — State benchmarked This independent living community is ranked 91st out of 108 independent living communities we track in Oregon for years in operation. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other Oregon facilities. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every independent living community we track in Oregon that reports data for that category. Independent living communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
15 years
Walk Score Info Walker's paradise. Daily errands do not require a car, with many shops and services nearby. Rank #1 / 146Walk Score — State benchmarked This independent living community is ranked 1st out of 146 independent living communities we track in Oregon for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across Oregon 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 independent living community we track in Oregon that reports data for that category. Independent living communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
100 / 100

About this community

License Details

AccreditationsLeadingAge

Additional Services

1 service
Transportation Services

Additional Policies & Features

Pets not allowed

Amenities & Lifestyle

Library
Spa
Laundry
Fitness And Recreation

Room Accommodations

Building TypeMid-rise
Room Sizes
445 - 510 sq. ft.
Room Types
Studio 1Br Mobility Impaired

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Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Chaucer Court

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath
1 Bedroom, 1 Bath

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Address 0.4 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Portland's city center to Chaucer Court's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Info below is compiled from the OR Dept. of Human Services (ODHS), 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. 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. RESC (Residential Care): Personal care and daily-living support in a smaller, more intimate residential setting. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care. HC (Home Care): Professional care delivered in the person's own home, from companionship to skilled nursing.
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.
Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
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.
Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
Total count of deficiencies (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
The average number of deficiencies this facility receives each time it's inspected, calculated as total deficiencies ÷ total inspections. A lower number suggests more consistent compliance with safety and care standards.
Name of the licensed owner, operator, or managing entity as filed with the state. Useful for grouping facilities under the same organization.
A named contact for the facility. Hover the name to see their role — Administrator (state administrator of record or facility-provided administrator), Nursing Director, Medical Director, or Staff. The most authoritative available is shown.
Laurel Parc at Bethany Village
IL
AL
HC
MC
Portland (Bethany)
153
Facility 153
OR AVG 76
Rank #5 / 92
No
78
Facility 78
OR AVG 57
Rank #33 / 146
-
17
Facility 17
OR AVG 25
Rank #84 / 108
-2
15
Facility 15
OR AVG 31
Rank #22 / 90
7.5
Facility 7.5
OR AVG 4.4
Rank #80 / 90
Laurel Parc Al At Bethany, L.l.cJames Stacy
West Hills Village Senior Residence
IL
AL
RC
Portland (Southwest Portland)
150
Facility 150
OR AVG 76
Rank #6 / 92
Yes
31
Facility 31
OR AVG 57
Rank #119 / 146
Studio / 1 Bed
38
Facility 38
OR AVG 25
Rank #10 / 108
-5
20
Facility 20
OR AVG 31
Rank #35 / 90
4.0
Facility 4.0
OR AVG 4.4
Rank #42 / 90
West Hills Village Limited PartnershipRoselynn Rockwood
Courtyard at Mount Tabor
IL
AL
MC
Portland (Southeast Portland)
80
Facility 80
OR AVG 76
Rank #35 / 92
Yes
68
Facility 68
OR AVG 57
Rank #57 / 146
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
34
Facility 34
OR AVG 25
Rank #21 / 108
A+7
25
Facility 25
OR AVG 31
Rank #35 / 90
3.6
Facility 3.6
OR AVG 4.4
Rank #26 / 90
Sssht Opco Se Division Street, LLCTina Moullet
Willamette View Terrace
IL
AL
HC
MC
NH
RESC
SNF
Portland
47
Facility 47
OR AVG 76
Rank #71 / 92
Yes
72
Facility 72
OR AVG 57
Rank #48 / 146
-
26
Facility 26
OR AVG 25
Rank #52 / 108
-2
5
Facility 5
OR AVG 31
Rank #9 / 90
2.5
Facility 2.5
OR AVG 4.4
Rank #34 / 90
-Matthew Hartley
Chaucer Court
IL
Portland (Southwest Portland)-No
100
Facility 100
OR AVG 57
Rank #1 / 146
1 Bed
15
Facility 15
OR AVG 25
Rank #91 / 108
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Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each independent living community is ranked against every other OR independent living community we track that reports that metric, not just the 5 on this page. See how we rank facilities

Financial Assistance for
Independent Living in Oregon

Chaucer Court is located in Portland, Oregon.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Oregon.

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Oregon Project Independence (OPI)

OPI

Age 60+
General Oregon resident, at risk of nursing home but not Medicaid-eligible.
Income Limits ~$2,000/month individual, varies
Asset Limits $5,000 individual
OR

Cost-sharing required; rural/urban balance.

Benefits
In-home care (3-5 hours/week) Respite (up to 10 days/year) Adult day care (~$70/day) Transportation (~5 trips/month)

Oregon Medicaid Community-Based Care

OR Medicaid CBC

Age 65+ or disabled
General Oregon resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
OR

High demand in urban areas (e.g., Portland).

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Respite (240 hours/year) Adult day care ($70/day) Home modifications ($1,500 avg.)

Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE)

Oregon PACE (e.g., Providence ElderPlace)

Age 55+
General OR resident (specific counties), NFLOC, safe with PACE support.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month (Medicaid-eligible); private pay option available.
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple) for Medicaid enrollees.
OR

Available in 11 counties (e.g., Multnomah, Washington); Providence ElderPlace dominant provider.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Medical care Meals Transportation Respite Therapies

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Oregon Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled
General OR 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).
OR

Three tiers; 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)

Oregon Family Caregiver Support Program

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

15 regions; rural priority; 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

Oregon VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse
General OR resident, wartime service, need for 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 limit
OR

High veteran demand; Oregon Veterans’ Homes option.

Benefits
Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs (e.g., in-home, assisted living)

Senior Property Tax Deferral Program

Oregon Property Tax Deferral for Disabled and Senior Citizens

Age 62+
General OR resident, homeowner 5+ years, low-income.
Income Limits (2025) ~$58,000/year household, adjusted annually
Asset Limits Home value < county median; equity > 15%.
OR

Deferred taxes accrue 6% interest; repaid upon sale/death.

Benefits
Tax deferral (~$1,000-$3,000/year avg., varies by county)

Elderly Nutrition Program (ENP)

Oregon Elderly Nutrition Program

Age 60+
General OR resident (or spouse of any age); no income limit.
Income Limits (2025) None; donations encouraged.
Asset Limits Not assessed.
OR

Includes Meals on Wheels; prioritizes homebound/low-income.

Benefits
Home-delivered or congregate meals (~$5-$7/meal value, 5 meals/week avg.)

Frequently Asked Questions about Chaucer Court

What neighborhood is Chaucer Court in?

Chaucer Court is in the Southwest Portland neighborhood of Portland.

Is Chaucer Court in a walkable area?

Chaucer Court has a walk score of 100. Walker's paradise. Daily errands do not require a car, with many shops and services nearby.

How long has Chaucer Court been in business?

Chaucer Court has been operating for approximately 15 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at Chaucer Court?

No, Chaucer Court has a no-pet policy.

Are there photos of Chaucer Court?

Yes — there are 3 photos of Chaucer Court in the photo gallery on this page.

What levels of care does Chaucer Court provide?

Chaucer Court offers Independent Living.

What is the address of Chaucer Court?

Chaucer Court is located at 1019 Sw 10Th Ave, Portland, OR 97205.

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