Father Marquess-Barry Apartments

Father Marquess-Barry Apartments

Overview of Father Marquess-Barry Apartments

Ideally situated near Jackson Memorial Hospital and the University of Miami Health System, Father Marquess-Barry Apartments is a distinguished community in Miami, FL, that offers independent living. Featuring 60 purposely designed and sophisticated one- and two-bedroom floor plans, those 62+ have plenty of options to downsize in retirement. Among these 60 units, six are dedicated to those earning at or 28% of area median income (AMI), 48 to those earning below 60% AMI, and another six to those earning 80% AMI, to ease residents’ financial challenges.

Residents have easy access to their needs and wants with a variety of delightful local amenities and restaurants. With onsite literacy training, assistance with errands, and fun recreational activities, residents are encouraged to live actively and gain meaningful experiences. The community is equipped with a fitness center, a library, a media center, a package-delivery locker system, and an indoor mailroom.

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Bed count Info A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions. 60 Rank #250 / 330Bed count — State benchmarkedThis independent living community is ranked 250th out of 330 independent living communities we track in Florida for bed count. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Florida facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every independent living community we track in Florida that reports data for that category. Independent living communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

Smaller home · May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.

Walk Score Info Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk. Rank #24 / 540Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis independent living community is ranked 24th out of 540 independent living communities we track in Florida for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across Florida 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 Florida that reports data for that category. Independent living communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
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Additional Policies & Features

Minimum Age62

Amenities & Lifestyle

Recreation Area
Fitness Center
Business Center
Clubhouse
Bike Racks
Package Receiving
Specific ProgramsLiteracy training, assistance with light housekeeping/grocery shopping, community events and activities
Touring HoursMonday: 9 AM to 6 PM, Tuesday: 1 PM to 6 PM, Wednesday: 9 AM to 6 PM, Thursday: 1 PM to 6 PM, Friday: 9 AM to 6 PM, Saturday: Closed, Sunday: Closed

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What does this home offer?

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Pets Allowed

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Room Sizes: 684 - 969 sq. ft

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Housing Options: 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Building Type: 3-story

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Address 2.2 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Miami's city center to Father Marquess-Barry Apartments's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Info below is compiled from the FL Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA), 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. HC (Home Care): Professional care delivered in the person's own home, from companionship to skilled nursing. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment. PC (Palliative Care): Comfort-focused care for serious illness at any stage, including alongside curative treatment.
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.
Reported profit orientation for the operator or facility (e.g. for-profit vs nonprofit), as provided in state licensing or disclosure data.
Housing or bed configuration options (e.g. studio, shared), often from facility-reported amenities and licensing details.
Miami Jewish Health
IL
AL
HC
HOS
NH
PC
SNF
Miami
393
Facility 393
FL AVG 107
Rank #2 / 330
No
84
Facility 84
FL AVG 40
Rank #25 / 540
For-ProfitStudio / 1 Bed
The Solaire at Las Palmas Village
IL
Hialeah
115
Facility 115
FL AVG 107
Rank #134 / 330
Yes
88
Facility 88
FL AVG 40
Rank #17 / 540
-1 Bed / 2 Bed
Hunter River Walk Apartments
IL
Miami (Little Havana)
100
Facility 100
FL AVG 107
Rank #163 / 330
No
80
Facility 80
FL AVG 40
Rank #40 / 540
-1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed / 4 Bed
Puerta Del Sol
IL
Hialeah
98
Facility 98
FL AVG 107
Rank #176 / 330
No
72
Facility 72
FL AVG 40
Rank #61 / 540
-1 Bed / 2 Bed
Father Marquess-Barry Apartments
IL
Miami (Overtown)
60
Facility 60
FL AVG 107
Rank #250 / 330
Yes
86
Facility 86
FL AVG 40
Rank #24 / 540
-1 Bed / 2 Bed

Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each independent living community is ranked against every other FL 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 Florida

Father Marquess-Barry Apartments is located in Miami, Florida.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Florida.

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Long-Term Care Waiver

Florida Medicaid LTC Waiver

Age 65+ or 21+ disabled
General Florida 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).
FL

High demand; waitlists common.

Benefits
In-home care (6-8 hours/day) Assisted living Respite (240 hours/year) Case management

Community Care for the Elderly (CCE)

Florida CCE

Age 60+
General Florida resident, at risk of nursing home.
Income Limits ~$2,000/month varies
Asset Limits $5,000 individual
FL

Limited funding; regional variation.

Benefits
Homemaker services (3-5 hours/week) Adult day care (~$60/day) Respite (up to 10 days/year)

Home Care for the Elderly (HCE)

Florida Home Care for the Elderly

Age 60+
General Florida resident, at risk of nursing home placement; caregiver must be approved.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month individual, aligned with Medicaid thresholds
Asset Limits ~$2,000 (individual); varies by case manager discretion.
FL

Limited funding (~3,500 served annually); prioritizes low-income frail seniors.

Benefits
Basic subsidy (~$160/month) for housing/medical costs; special subsidies for supplies/services (e.g., incontinence supplies, ~$50-$200/month)

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

Florida Medicaid PACE

Age 55+
General Florida resident, nursing home-level care need, safe with PACE support.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
FL

Limited to specific counties (e.g., Hillsborough, Miami-Dade); ~10 sites statewide.

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

Optional State Supplementation (OSS)

Florida Optional State Supplementation

Age 65+ or disabled
General Florida resident, living in approved facility, receiving SSI or low-income.
Income Limits (2025) ~$1,004/month individual, including SSI
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
FL

Limited to specific facility types; ~$78.40/month max supplement.

Benefits
Cash payment (~$78.40/month) for room/board or personal needs in facilities

Frequently Asked Questions about Father Marquess-Barry Apartments

What neighborhood is Father Marquess-Barry Apartments in?

Father Marquess-Barry Apartments is in the Overtown neighborhood of Miami.

Is Father Marquess-Barry Apartments in a walkable area?

Father Marquess-Barry Apartments has a walk score of 86. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

Are pets allowed at Father Marquess-Barry Apartments?

Yes, Father Marquess-Barry Apartments allows residents to bring their pets.

How many beds does Father Marquess-Barry Apartments have?

Father Marquess-Barry Apartments has 60 beds.

Are there photos of Father Marquess-Barry Apartments?

Yes — there are 11 photos of Father Marquess-Barry Apartments in the photo gallery on this page.

What levels of care does Father Marquess-Barry Apartments provide?

Father Marquess-Barry Apartments offers Independent Living.

What is the address of Father Marquess-Barry Apartments?

Father Marquess-Barry Apartments is located at 301 Nw 17Th St, Miami, FL 33136.

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