Olive Plaza
Olive Plaza
Olive Plaza sits at 1133 Olive St in Eugene, Oregon, and it’s built specifically for independent living, open to adults 62 and up. The neighborhood scores a 98 out of 100 on Walk Score, which puts it in “Walker’s paradise” territory. That means grabbing groceries, getting to a restaurant, or running an errand doesn’t require a car.
The building holds 150 one-bedroom apartments. Residents get an optional meal program if they want it, a service coordinator to help connect them with outside resources when needed, and an emergency call system built in. The bathrooms come with grab bars and safety handles on the tubs and showers.
A community room, a library, a space set aside for parties and events, a rooftop garden, and a ground floor patio give people places to gather or just sit outside. There’s also a shared kitchen and a shuttle bus, so getting around Eugene doesn’t depend on driving yourself. Pets are welcome, and the property offers transportation help along with fitness and recreation options for residents who want to stay active.
On the activities front, residents can join in on bingo nights, card games, puzzles, movie screenings, group outings, and day trips. A resident council also gives people an actual say in how the community runs, not just a calendar of things to attend. Tonya Thomason serves as the Housing Administrator overseeing the property.
Olive Plaza reads as a community built around independence with a safety net underneath it: walkable streets outside the door, support services available but optional, and a steady rhythm of activities and gathering spaces inside.
Walk Score: 98 / 100 Rank #2 / 475Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 2nd out of 475 homes in Oregon for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across Oregon facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Oregon 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.
Walker's paradise. Daily errands do not require a car, with many shops and services nearby.
Grab Bars
Emergency SystemsEmergency call system
Safety FeaturesSafety handles on tubs/showers
Admission CriteriaAt least one applicant must be 62 years of age or older.
Minimum Age62
Library
Garden
Patio
Transportation
Community Kitchen
Activitiesand day trips
Specific ProgramsService coordinator, Bingo, card games, puzzles, movie nights, outings, day trips, optional meal program, resident council
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
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0.2 miles from city center
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Info below is compiled from the OR Dept. of Human Services (ODHS), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.
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| Olive Plaza | IL | Eugene (Downtown) | - | Yes |
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Financial Assistance for
Independent Living in Oregon
Olive Plaza is located in Eugene, Oregon.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Olive Plaza
What neighborhood is Olive Plaza in?
Olive Plaza is in the Downtown neighborhood.
Is Olive Plaza in a walkable area?
Olive Plaza has a walk score of 98. Walker's paradise. Daily errands do not require a car, with many shops and services nearby.
Are pets allowed at Olive Plaza?
Yes, Olive Plaza allows residents to bring their pets.
Are there photos of Olive Plaza?
Yes — there are 2 photos of Olive Plaza in the photo gallery on this page.
What is the address of Olive Plaza?
Olive Plaza is located at Olive Plaza, 1133 Olive St, Eugene, OR 97401.
What is the phone number of Olive Plaza?
(541) 683-3247 will put you in contact with the team at Olive Plaza.
Does Olive Plaza provide medical or personal care assistance?
No — Olive Plaza 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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