Chaucer Court

Overview of Chaucer Court

Chaucer Court is a 15-year-old independent living community at 1019 SW 10th Ave in Southwest Portland, offering comfortable studio and 1-bedroom apartments (445-510 sq ft) for adults 55 and over. The mid-rise building, originally constructed in the 1920s and listed on the National Register of Historic Places, underwent full renovation in 2011, preserving original terra-cotta lanterns and a stained-glass window while adding modern amenities and secure living environments.

With a perfect walk score of 100, the community occupies Portland’s core urban location; 0.4 miles from downtown and 0.46 miles from ZoomCare Urgent Care in the Pearl District. Public transportation (buses, streetcars, light rail) connects residents directly to the Portland Art Museum, Oregon Historical Society, Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall, and a dense network of restaurants, coffee shops, grocery stores, and pharmacies. This is not a car-dependent setting.

Chaucer Court provides independent living only; no assisted living, memory care, or on-site medical services.

The community describes itself as offering transportation services and fitness and recreation. Amenities and specific programs are not detailed publicly. The facility serves active, independent seniors seeking an urban lifestyle without daily personal care or clinical oversight.

Chaucer Court is not CMS-certified for Medicare or Medicaid and is licensed by the Oregon Department of Human Services, Aging and People with Disabilities.

Inspection history, deficiency counts, citation data, and regulatory compliance records are not disclosed.

Families should request information regarding state licensing status, compliance and inspection history, building safety and emergency protocols, and detailed pricing and lease terms before enrollment.

(503) 224-3559

Types of Care at Chaucer Court

Independent Living

15 years in operation

A community with a solid operating history and experience delivering ongoing care.

Walk Score: 100 / 100

Walker's paradise. Daily errands do not require a car, with many shops and services nearby.

About this community

CertificationsNational Register of Historic Places

AccreditationsLeadingAge

Library

Spa

Restaurant

Transportation

Laundry

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What does this home offer?

Room Sizes: 445 - 510 sq. ft.

Housing Options: 1 Bed

Building Type: Mid-rise

Transportation Services

Fitness and Recreation

Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Chaucer Court

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0.4 miles from city center Estimated distance in miles from Portland's city center to Chaucer Court's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 0.46 miles to nearest hospital (ZoomCare Urgent Care - Pearl District)

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Oregon Project Independence (OPI)

OPI

Age 60+

General Oregon resident, at risk of nursing home but not Medicaid-eligible.

Income Limits ~$2,000/month individual, varies

Asset Limits $5,000 individual

Cost-sharing required; rural/urban balance.

Benefits

In-home care (3-5 hours/week) Respite (up to 10 days/year) Adult day care (~$70/day) Transportation (~5 trips/month)

Oregon Medicaid Community-Based Care

OR Medicaid CBC

Age 65+ or disabled

General Oregon 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).

High demand in urban areas (e.g., Portland).

Benefits

Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Respite (240 hours/year) Adult day care ($70/day) Home modifications ($1,500 avg.)

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

Oregon PACE (e.g., Providence ElderPlace)

Age 55+

General OR resident (specific counties), NFLOC, safe with PACE support.

Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month (Medicaid-eligible); private pay option available.

Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple) for Medicaid enrollees.

Available in 11 counties (e.g., Multnomah, Washington); Providence ElderPlace dominant provider.

Benefits

Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Medical care Meals Transportation Respite Therapies

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Oregon Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled

General OR resident, Medicare Part A/B.

Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.

Asset Limits $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).

Three tiers; includes Extra Help for Part D; no waitlist.

Benefits

Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month) Deductibles ($240/year) Copays (~20%)

Family Caregiver Support Program (FCSP)

Oregon Family Caregiver Support Program

Age —

General Caregivers of 60+ needing care or 55+ caregivers of others; OR resident; functional needs (2+ ADLs).

Income Limits (2025) No strict cap; prioritizes low-income ~$24,980/year

Asset Limits Not assessed; need-based.

15 regions; rural priority; includes grandparent caregivers.

Benefits

Respite (4-6 hours/week or 5 days/year) Adult day care ($60/day) Training Supplies (~$500/year)

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

Oregon VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse

General OR resident, wartime service, need for ADL help (A&A) or homebound.

Income Limits (2025) Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.

Asset Limits ~$155,356 net worth limit

High veteran demand; Oregon Veterans’ Homes option.

Benefits

Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs (e.g., in-home, assisted living)

Senior Property Tax Deferral Program

Oregon Property Tax Deferral for Disabled and Senior Citizens

Age 62+

General OR resident, homeowner 5+ years, low-income.

Income Limits (2025) ~$58,000/year household, adjusted annually

Asset Limits Home value < county median; equity > 15%.

Deferred taxes accrue 6% interest; repaid upon sale/death.

Benefits

Tax deferral (~$1,000-$3,000/year avg., varies by county)

Elderly Nutrition Program (ENP)

Oregon Elderly Nutrition Program

Age 60+

General OR resident (or spouse of any age); no income limit.

Income Limits (2025) None; donations encouraged.

Asset Limits Not assessed.

Includes Meals on Wheels; prioritizes homebound/low-income.

Benefits

Home-delivered or congregate meals (~$5-$7/meal value, 5 meals/week avg.)

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What neighborhood is Chaucer Court in?

Chaucer Court is in the Southwest Portland neighborhood of Portland.

Is Chaucer Court in a walkable area?

Chaucer Court has a walk score of 100. Walker's paradise. Daily errands do not require a car, with many shops and services nearby.

What is the phone number of Chaucer Court?

(503) 224-3559 will put you in contact with the team at Chaucer Court.

Is Chaucer Court Medicare or Medicaid certified?

Chaucer Court is not currently listed as a CMS-certified provider of Medicare or Medicaid.

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