Philip Benjamin Tower
Independent Living · St. Petersburg, FL

Philip Benjamin Tower

Independent Living · St. Petersburg, FL

Overview of Philip Benjamin Tower

Philip Benjamin Tower is an independent living community in St. Petersburg, FL, for residents 55 and older. Studio and one-bedroom apartments give each resident a private home within a community setting. Independent living means apartment living with community services rather than daily care, making the housing suitable for someone seeking a private studio or one-bedroom home. Pets are allowed, so residents can bring a pet when they move in.

The area has a Walk Score of 54 and is somewhat walkable, allowing some errands to be completed on foot. An on-site bistro or café, hair salon, transportation, and a café and mini market give residents places to eat, make small purchases, arrange personal grooming, and access transportation without leaving the community for each service. Residents can join fitness classes, computer classes, ceramics, educational seminars, health talks, bingo, book club, movie nights, and outings to John’s Pass, Tampa Bay Rays games, theaters, and other destinations.

The community may be a good fit for an older adult who wants an apartment-based independent living setting with organized activities and selected services on site. Carteret Management is the owner.

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Walk Score Info Somewhat walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities. Rank #152 / 537Walk Score — State benchmarked This independent living community is ranked 152nd out of 537 independent living communities we track in Florida for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across Florida facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every independent living community we track in Florida that reports data for that category. Independent living communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
54 / 100

About This Community

Safety & Compliance

Grab Bars
Safety FeaturesIn-room Emergency Call System, Smoke Detector & Sprinkler System, Bathroom with Grab Bars

Additional Services

5 services
Pest Control
On-Site Service Coordinator for Supportive Services
TransportationListed as: Scheduled bus service
MaintenanceListed as: General maintenance
Beauty Services

Additional Policies & Features

Pets AllowedSmall pets.
Minimum Age55+

Amenities & Lifestyle

Café
Library
Beauty Salon
Parking
24-Hour Laundry Room
Community Tv/Sun Room
Card Room/Meeting Room for Private Use
Screened-In Lanai Overlooking a Pond
Volunteer Program
Activities
Exercise Classes
Computer Classes
Ceramics
Educational Seminars
Health Talks
Monthly Parties
Picnics
Bingo
Outings To John's Pass
Outings To Tampa Bay Rays Games
Theater Outings
Movie Nights
Book Club
Poker
Wii Bowling
Shuffleboard

Dining & Nutrition

InfoSourced directly from the team at Philip Benjamin Tower.
  • Bistro / café on site.

Room Accommodations

Building TypeHigh-rise
Studio Floor plans as listed by the community: Large Studio Apartment · Small Studio Apartment Floor plans: Large, Small
1 Bedroom
In-Room Features
In-Unit Kitchen With Refrigerator, Stove, And Oven Grab Bars In Bathrooms Individual A/C Units In Each Apartment

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Address 5.1 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from St. Petersburg's city center to Philip Benjamin Tower's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Financial Assistance for
Independent Living in Florida

Philip Benjamin Tower is located in St. Petersburg, Florida.
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Long-Term Care Waiver

Florida Medicaid LTC Waiver

Age 65+ or 21+ disabled
General Florida resident, Medicaid- eligible, nursing home-level care need.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
FL

High demand; waitlists common.

Benefits
In-home care (6-8 hours/day) Assisted living Respite (240 hours/year) Case management

Community Care for the Elderly (CCE)

Florida CCE

Age 60+
General Florida resident, at risk of nursing home.
Income Limits ~$2,000/month varies
Asset Limits $5,000 individual
FL

Limited funding; regional variation.

Benefits
Homemaker services (3-5 hours/week) Adult day care (~$60/day) Respite (up to 10 days/year)

Home Care for the Elderly (HCE)

Florida Home Care for the Elderly

Age 60+
General Florida resident, at risk of nursing home placement; caregiver must be approved.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month individual, aligned with Medicaid thresholds
Asset Limits ~$2,000 (individual); varies by case manager discretion.
FL

Limited funding (~3,500 served annually); prioritizes low-income frail seniors.

Benefits
Basic subsidy (~$160/month) for housing/medical costs; special subsidies for supplies/services (e.g., incontinence supplies, ~$50-$200/month)

Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE)

Florida Medicaid PACE

Age 55+
General Florida resident, nursing home-level care need, safe with PACE support.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
FL

Limited to specific counties (e.g., Hillsborough, Miami-Dade); ~10 sites statewide.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Medical care Meals Transportation Therapy

Optional State Supplementation (OSS)

Florida Optional State Supplementation

Age 65+ or disabled
General Florida resident, living in approved facility, receiving SSI or low-income.
Income Limits (2025) ~$1,004/month individual, including SSI
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
FL

Limited to specific facility types; ~$78.40/month max supplement.

Benefits
Cash payment (~$78.40/month) for room/board or personal needs in facilities

Frequently Asked Questions about Philip Benjamin Tower

What neighborhood is Philip Benjamin Tower in?

Philip Benjamin Tower is in the Saint Petersburg neighborhood of St. Petersburg.

Is Philip Benjamin Tower in a walkable area?

Philip Benjamin Tower has a walk score of 54. Somewhat walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

Does Philip Benjamin Tower have different floorplan options?

Yes — see the floorplan options available at Philip Benjamin Tower on this page.

Are pets allowed at Philip Benjamin Tower?

Yes, Philip Benjamin Tower allows residents to bring their pets.

What is the best email address for Philip Benjamin Tower?

The team at Philip Benjamin Tower can be reached at pbtmgr@carteretmgmt.com.

Are there photos of Philip Benjamin Tower?

Yes — there are 7 photos of Philip Benjamin Tower in the photo gallery on this page.

What levels of care does Philip Benjamin Tower provide?

Philip Benjamin Tower offers Independent Living.

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