Wessex Woods
Wessex Woods
Overview of Wessex Woods
Live blissfully in retirement at Wessex Woods, a blissful community in Portland, ME, offering independent living. Dedicated to the comfort of those 55+, the community has 40 affordable and specially designed accommodations. Residents also experience a worry-free lifestyle with 24-hour maintenance services and plenty of convenient apartment features.
Thriving local shops and leisure sites surround the area, providing residents with endless recreation and wellness opportunities. Residents also enjoy a variety of dining options with delightful restaurants nearby. A community room, a garden, and other communal spaces are provided, ensuring residents have the finest retirement experience.
Walk Score: 57 / 100 Rank #83 / 422Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 83rd out of 422 homes in Maine. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Maine facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Ranking totals vary by category as each rank only includes facilities that report data for that metric. Homes missing that data point aren't included in the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
About this community
Pets not allowed
Minimum Age55
Utilities IncludedYes
Smoke-Free Building
24 Hour Emergency Maintenance
On-Site Laundry
Elevator
On-Site Parking
Community Room
Community Garden
Tele-Med Room
Indoor Bike Storage Room
Touring HoursMonday-Friday: 8:30AM-4:30PM
Starting Price$1461.00 per month
What does this home offer?
Housing Options: 1 Bed
Building Type: Mid-rise
Social and Recreational Activities
Parking Available
Places of interest near Wessex Woods
1.9 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Portland's city center to Wessex Woods's address, calculated via Google Maps.
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| Wessex Woods | IL | Portland (Nasons Corner) | - | No |
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ME AVG
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Financial Assistance for
Independent Living in Maine
Wessex Woods is located in Portland, Maine.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Wessex Woods
What neighborhood is Wessex Woods in?
Wessex Woods is in the Nasons Corner neighborhood.
Is Wessex Woods in a walkable area?
Wessex Woods has a walk score of 57. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
Are there photos of Wessex Woods?
Yes — there are 7 photos of Wessex Woods in the photo gallery on this page.
What is the address of Wessex Woods?
Wessex Woods is located at 7 Wessex St, Portland, ME 04102.
What is the phone number of Wessex Woods?
(207) 553-7777 will put you in contact with the team at Wessex Woods.
Does Wessex Woods provide medical or personal care assistance?
No — Wessex Woods 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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