Overview of Melville Towers

Enjoy a vibrant lifestyle at Melville Towers, a distinct 62+ community in New Bedford, MA, offering independent living. Older adults can rest assured of finding the right accommodation based on their preferences with beautifully designed and spacious one- and two-bedroom floor plans. With emergency maintenance, management, and laundry spaces, residents are guaranteed a hassle-free living.

There’s no dull moment with plenty of engaging activities and enriching programs that highlight their interests and capabilities. Dining, shopping, and healthcare providers are easily accessible, providing unending recreation and wellness opportunities. Pets are also welcome to accompany residents to ease their loneliness. The community is ideal for those looking to live independently in retirement, especially with its warm and welcoming environment.

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Walk Score: 73 / 100 Rank #156 / 499Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 156th out of 499 homes in Massachusetts. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Massachusetts facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Rankings are based only on facilities in Massachusetts that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

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Additional Policies & Features

Admission CriteriaIncome qualifications and rent restrictions may apply.
Minimum Age62+
Utilities IncludedYes

Amenities & Lifestyle

Library
Salon
Spa
Restaurant
Billiards
Transportation
Laundry
Activities
Touring HoursMonday 08:00-16:30; Tuesday 00:00-00:00; Wednesday 08:00-16:30; Thursday 00:00-00:00; Friday 08:00-16:30; Saturday 00:00-00:00; Sunday 00:00-00:00

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What does this home offer?

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Pets Allowed

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Room Sizes: 525 / 660 sq. ft

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Housing Options: 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Building Type: High-rise

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Parking Available

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Address 0.4 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from New Bedford's city center to Melville Towers's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Melville Towers

Is Melville Towers in a walkable area?

Melville Towers has a walk score of 73. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

Does Melville Towers have different floorplan options?

Yes — see the floorplan options available at Melville Towers on this page.

Are there photos of Melville Towers?

Yes — there are 21 photos of Melville Towers in the photo gallery on this page.

What is the address of Melville Towers?

Melville Towers is located at 850 Pleasant St #1, New Bedford, MA 02740.

What is the phone number of Melville Towers?

(508) 972-8546 will put you in contact with the team at Melville Towers.

Does Melville Towers provide medical or personal care assistance?

No — Melville Towers is an independent living community. Residents live on their own in private apartments with access to amenities, dining, and social activities.

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