Fern Hill Apartments
Fern Hill Apartments in Burlington, VT, is an independent living community providing subsidized housing for low-income seniors and adults with disabilities. Accommodations consist of private one-bedroom apartments within a fully handicapped-accessible building equipped for wheelchair mobility. Independent living combines personal residential space with shared community amenities rather than continuous daily medical care.
An on-site Resident Services Coordinator is available to connect individuals with local social services. Emergency security features include an in-unit call-for-aid system and a live-in responder. Community amenities include a patio, garden plots, a movie room, a large exercise space, and organized gatherings such as fitness classes, holiday celebrations, guest lectures, and routine health clinics.
Financial assistance operates through income-based housing programs for eligible residents. Featuring a walk score of 67 alongside city bus stops located directly in front of the property, non-driving residents can manage select daily errands on foot or via public transportation.
Older adults looking for affordable independent housing or accessible community living can reach out to Fern Hill Apartments to check apartment availability.
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Info below is compiled from the VT Dept. of Disabilities, Aging & Independent Living (DAIL), 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.
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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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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| Fern Hill Apartments | IL | Burlington | - | No |
67
Facility
67
VT AVG
44
Rank
#7 / 29 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
| Mc Kenzie House | IL | Burlington (Old North End) | - | Yes |
96
Facility
96
VT AVG
44
Rank
#1 / 29 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
| Vermont Center For Independent Living | IL | Burlington (South End) | - | No |
91
Facility
91
VT AVG
44
Rank
#3 / 29 | Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms |
| Cathedral Square | IL AL MC | South Burlington | - | Yes |
74
Facility
74
VT AVG
44
Rank
#5 / 29 | - |
Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each independent living community is ranked against every other VT independent living community we track that reports that metric, not just the 4 on this page. See how we rank facilities
Financial Assistance for
Independent Living in Vermont
Fern Hill Apartments is located in Burlington, Vermont.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Vermont.
Frequently Asked Questions about Fern Hill Apartments
Is Fern Hill Apartments in a walkable area?
Fern Hill Apartments has a walk score of 67. Somewhat walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
Are pets allowed at Fern Hill Apartments?
No, Fern Hill Apartments has a no-pet policy.
Are there photos of Fern Hill Apartments?
Yes — there are 8 photos of Fern Hill Apartments in the photo gallery on this page.
What levels of care does Fern Hill Apartments provide?
Fern Hill Apartments offers Independent Living.
What is the address of Fern Hill Apartments?
Fern Hill Apartments is located at 214 N Prospect St #1, Burlington, VT 05401.
What is the phone number of Fern Hill Apartments?
(802) 658-6442 will put you in contact with the team at Fern Hill Apartments.
Does Fern Hill Apartments provide medical or personal care assistance?
No — Fern Hill Apartments is an independent living community. Residents live on their own in private apartments with access to amenities, dining, and social activities.




