Grinnell Mansion
Have the finest retirement experience at Grinnell Mansion, an esteemed 62+ community surrounded by museums and local amenities in New Bedford, MA, offering independent living. The community features purposely built one-bedroom floor plans, ensuring those with low incomes can downsize without hassles. Here, residents enjoy a worry-free lifestyle with round-the-clock emergency maintenance and management.
Thoughtfully curated activities and enriching programs are conducted, encouraging residents to live actively and make new friends. Residents also enjoy mealtimes on their terms with a fully equipped kitchen in each unit. Major highways and public transportation allow residents to travel conveniently. The community is a good option for those seeking independence in their golden years, especially with its warm and inviting environment.
Community insights.
About this community
What does this home offer?
No pets allowed
Room Sizes: 450 - 750 sq. ft
Housing Options: 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: 2-story
Social and Recreational Activities
Parking Available
Places of interest near Grinnell Mansion
0.7 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from New Bedford's city center to Grinnell Mansion's address, calculated via Google Maps.
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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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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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| Whaler‘s Cove Assisted Living | IL AL RC | New Bedford | 120
Facility
120
MA AVG
91
Rank
#13 / 92 | No | - |
81
Facility
81
MA AVG
57
Rank
#72 / 238 | Traditional (120) | 24
Facility
24
MA AVG
22
Rank
#34 / 67 | Yes | No |
| Autumn Glen at Dartmouth | IL AL MC | Dartmouth (Smith Mills) | 85
Facility
85
MA AVG
91
Rank
#46 / 92 | Yes | 37 |
21
Facility
21
MA AVG
57
Rank
#201 / 238 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 29
Facility
29
MA AVG
22
Rank
#13 / 67 | No | No |
| Atria Fairhaven | IL AL MC RC | Fairhaven (North Fairhaven) | 60
Facility
60
MA AVG
91
Rank
#71 / 92 | Yes | 10 |
16
Facility
16
MA AVG
57
Rank
#214 / 238 | Studio / Suite / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 22
Facility
22
MA AVG
22
Rank
#37 / 67 | No | No |
| Grinnell Mansion | IL | New Bedford | - | No | - |
79
Facility
79
MA AVG
57
Rank
#79 / 238 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed | - | No | - |
| Manomet Place | IL | New Bedford | - | Yes | - |
80
Facility
80
MA AVG
57
Rank
#76 / 238 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed | - | No | - |
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Financial Assistance for
Senior Living in Massachusetts
Grinnell Mansion is located in New Bedford, Massachusetts.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Grinnell Mansion
Is Grinnell Mansion in a walkable area?
Grinnell Mansion has a walk score of 79. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.
Does Grinnell Mansion have different floorplan options?
Yes — see the floorplan options available at Grinnell Mansion on this page.
Are pets allowed at Grinnell Mansion?
No, Grinnell Mansion has a no-pet policy.
What is the best email address for Grinnell Mansion?
The team at Grinnell Mansion can be reached at ppimail@peabodyproperties.com.
Are there photos of Grinnell Mansion?
Yes — there are 7 photos of Grinnell Mansion in the photo gallery on this page.
What levels of care does Grinnell Mansion provide?
Grinnell Mansion offers Independent Living.
What is the address of Grinnell Mansion?
Grinnell Mansion is located at 379 County Street, New Bedford, MA 02740.
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