Meadowlark Estates
Meadowlark Estates is a leading senior living community in Lawrence, KS, that offers excellent independent living services. Here, residents are sure to find their ideal residence from a wide range of beautifully designed studios, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments equipped with various safety features, including emergency pull cords and fire protection systems. Residents live a well-supported and easy life with managers that live within the community and an attentive team that handles housekeeping, linen, maintenance, meal preparation, and transportation.
The community ensures its residents age comfortably with access to personalized care services provided by a trusted homecare provider and a wealth of wonderful amenities. Residents can participate in diverse social and recreational activities, events, and outings, complemented with the community’s resident travel program. Relish in exquisite dining, or enjoy a refreshing walk along the beautiful walking paths and scenic gardens. At Meadowlark Estates, there are endless opportunities to create new memories, find new friends, and live life vibrantly.
Community insights.
What does this home offer?
No pets allowed
Room Sizes: 380-563 / 542-1,016 / 937-1,056 sq. ft
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: 3-story
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3.6 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Lawrence's city center to Meadowlark Estates's address, calculated via Google Maps.
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Info below is compiled from the KS Dept. for Aging & Disability Services (KDADS), 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.
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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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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Reported or derived occupancy for the facility—typically how fully licensed capacity is utilized. Compare across peers in the same market.
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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.
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Name of the licensed owner, operator, or managing entity as filed with the state. Useful for grouping facilities under the same organization.
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Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
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Total count of citations (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
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The average number of citations this facility receives each time it's inspected, calculated as total citations ÷ total inspections. A lower number suggests more consistent compliance with safety and care standards.
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| Pioneer Ridge Retirement Community | IL AL NH RC SNF | Lawrence (Lawrence Cultural District) | 76
Facility
76
KS AVG
72
Rank
#61 / 174 | Yes |
87
Facility
87
KS AVG
48
Rank
#4 / 304 | - |
81.6%
Facility
81.6%
KS AVG
74.9%
Rank
#65 / 155 | Deja Rhodeman | Pioneer Ridge LLC | 35 | 145
Facility
145
KS AVG
100
Rank
#107 / 147 | 4.1
Facility
4.1
KS AVG
2.9
Rank
#79 / 147 |
| Meadowlark Estates | IL | Lawrence | - | No |
69
Facility
69
KS AVG
48
Rank
#56 / 304 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| Pioneer Ridge Health & Rehab | IL AL NH RC SNF | Lawrence | - | Yes |
61
Facility
61
KS AVG
48
Rank
#82 / 304 | Private Rooms | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| Prairie Commons Apartments | IL | Lawrence (West Lawrence) | - | Yes |
68
Facility
68
KS AVG
48
Rank
#59 / 304 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| Pioneer Ridge Independent Living of Lawrence | IL AL NH RC SNF | Lawrence (Quail Run) | - | Yes |
60
Facility
60
KS AVG
48
Rank
#87 / 304 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Rank badges are statewide: each community is ranked against every KS 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 Kansas
Meadowlark Estates is located in Lawrence, Kansas.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Kansas.
Frequently Asked Questions about Meadowlark Estates
Is Meadowlark Estates in a walkable area?
Meadowlark Estates has a walk score of 69. Somewhat walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
Are pets allowed at Meadowlark Estates?
No, Meadowlark Estates has a no-pet policy.
Are there photos of Meadowlark Estates?
Yes — there are 3 photos of Meadowlark Estates in the photo gallery on this page.
What is the address of Meadowlark Estates?
Meadowlark Estates is located at 4430 Bauer Farm Dr, Lawrence, KS 66049.
What is the phone number of Meadowlark Estates?
(785) 842-2400 will put you in contact with the team at Meadowlark Estates.
Does Meadowlark Estates provide medical or personal care assistance?
No — Meadowlark Estates is an independent living community. Residents live on their own in private apartments with access to amenities, dining, and social activities.

















