Cimarron Estates

Senior Living in Corpus Christi

CMS overall rating Info The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
Cimarron Estates

Senior Living in Corpus Christi

CMS overall rating Info The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.

Overview of Cimarron Estates

Cimarron Estates is a senior living community located in Corpus Christi, TX, offering accessible homes and amenities for active seniors. They offer generously sized, one-to-two bedroom apartments featuring large kitchen and dining areas and living rooms, walk-in closets, and private bathrooms with tubs. Select floor plans may also include a private outdoor space such as a patio or balcony.

At Cimarron Estates, there are also a rich array of amenities to take advantage of. This smoke-free senior community offers access to the library and clubhouse, as well as a billiards room and fitness center for exercise or socialization. The community is also pet-friendly and offers 24 hour emergency maintenance should anything in the residents’ homes have to be fixed.

(361) 994-9956

Quality ratings

Measured by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

Overall rating Info The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
3/5 ▲ 0.2 Texas average: 2.8/5
Health Inspection Info Based on the results of the facility's three most recent standard inspections and any complaint investigations. CMS reviews the number, scope, and severity of deficiencies, with more recent findings weighted more heavily.
4/5 ▲ 1.2 Texas average: 2.8/5
Staffing Info Measures average nursing staff hours per resident per day, including Registered Nurses (RNs) and total nursing staff. Ratings are adjusted based on the level of care residents require and are compared to state and national benchmarks.
1/5 ▼ 1.1 Texas average: 2.1/5
Quality Measures Info Based on clinical and physical health indicators reported to CMS, such as hospital readmissions, falls, pressure ulcers, and improvements in mobility. These measures reflect how well residents' health needs are being managed.
4/5 ▲ 0.2 Texas average: 3.8/5

Staffing hours breakdown

Info Daily nursing hours per resident by staff type, reported to CMS. Higher is generally better — compare this facility to state and national averages to see where staffing stands.

Hours per resident per day — compared to Texas state averages

Total nursing care / resident Info Total adjusted nursing hours per resident per day, combining RN, LPN, and aide time. CMS adjusts this for case-mix so facilities can be fairly compared.
3h 17m per day
This facility Texas avg (3h 38m per day)
vs Texas avg
-10%

Capacity and availability

Medium-capacity home

Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.

Total beds 120

This home usually has availability

Lower occupancy suggests more openings may be available.

Lower demand than the Texas average: 63.5%
Occupancy rate 59.7%
Avg. Length of Stay 68 days
Occupancy rate
59.7%
Avg. Length of Stay
68 days

Who this home usually serves

TYPE OF STAY

Primarily short stays

Residents typically stay for brief periods, with frequent admissions and discharges throughout the year.

Might be optimal for
Post-acute recovery Temporary care Transitional stays

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

27% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 28 days

Private pay

69% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 27 days

Medicaid

5% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.

Typical stay 2 years

Finances and operations

Governmental community
Operated by state authorities.
Home revenue
$9.4M
Operating deficit
-$586.7K
Governmental community Operated by state authorities.
Home revenue
$9.4M
Operating deficit
-$586.7K
Payroll costs Info The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$2.7M
28.5% of revenue
Other operating costs Info All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$7.3M
Total costs $10.0M
Walk Score
Walk Score: 40 / 100
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

About this community

Additional Policies & Features

Pets Allowed
Minimum Age62

Amenities & Lifestyle

11 amenities
Smoke Free
Business Center
Fitness Center
Library
Washer/Dryer In Unit
On-Site Maintenance
Social Service Program
Senior Community
Billiards
Pet Friendly
Lounge
Specific ProgramsAmenities, Floor Plans, Gallery, Location, Residents, Contact
Operating HoursMonday - Friday: 8:30AM to 5:30PM, Saturday: 10:00AM to 5:00PM, Sunday: Closed

Pricing & Financial Information

Starting Price$823 for 1-Bedroom
Starting Price$979 for 2-Bedroom

What does this home offer?

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Room Sizes: 624 / 753 sq. ft

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Housing Options: 1 Bed / 2 Bed

Types of Care at Cimarron Estates

Independent Living

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Health Inspection History

Inspections
Total health inspections 7

Texas average 7.4


Last Health inspection on Jul 2025

Total health citations 16

Texas average 25.9

Citations per inspection
2.29

Texas average 3.67


Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.

11 of 16 citations resulted from standard inspections; and 5 of 16 resulted from complaint investigations.

Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical Health citations More info 0
100% better than Texas average

Texas average: 2


Serious Health citations More info 1
150% worse than Texas average

Texas average: 0.4

0 critical citations More info Texas average: 2

1 serious citation More info Texas average: 0.4

14 moderate citations More info Texas average: 23

1 minor citation More info Texas average: 0.4
Citations history (last 3 years)
Quality of Care serious citation Info Issues related to how well residents receive appropriate treatment and support for their medical and daily care needs. Jul 20, 2025
Corrected

Pharmacy moderate citation Info Issues related to medication management, including how drugs are stored, administered, and monitored. Jun 26, 2025
Corrected

Pharmacy moderate citation Info Issues related to medication management, including how drugs are stored, administered, and monitored. Jun 26, 2025
Corrected

Quality of Care moderate citation Info Issues related to how well residents receive appropriate treatment and support for their medical and daily care needs. Jun 26, 2025
Corrected

Compare Senior Living around Corpus Christi The information below is reported by the Texas Health and Human Services Commission.

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Cimarron Estates
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

Corpus Christi (South Side)120No 40 -1 Bed / 2 Bed
Buena Vida Senior Village
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

Corpus Christi (Central City)-No 8 -1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Community Care for the Aged and Disabled (CCAD)

TX Medicaid CCAD

Age 65+ or disabled
General Texas resident, Medicaid-eligible, care need (not always nursing home level).
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
TX

Large state; rural access challenges.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Respite (240 hours/year) Adult day care (~$60/day) Home aides

Texas Community Care Services

TX CCS

Age 60+
General Texas resident, at risk of decline.
Income Limits ~$2,000/month individual, varies
Asset Limits $5,000 individual
TX

Limited funding; high demand in urban areas.

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

Area Agency on Aging (AAA) Services

Texas AAA Services

Age 60+
General TX resident; no income/asset limits.
Income Limits (2025) None; donations encouraged.
Asset Limits Not assessed.
TX

28 AAAs; includes Meals on Wheels in some areas.

Benefits
Meals (~$5-$7/meal) Transportation Homemaker services (~4 hours/week) Respite (~5 days/year) Legal aid

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Texas Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled
General TX 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).
TX

Includes Extra Help for Part D; no waitlist.

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

Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)

Texas Comprehensive Energy Assistance Program (CEAP)

Age 60+ prioritized
General TX resident, low-income.
Income Limits (2025) ~$3,970/month 185% FPL
Asset Limits Not assessed.
TX

Priority for elderly/disabled; covers gas, electric, propane.

Benefits
Heating/cooling aid ($300-$1,000/season) Emergency aid ($500 max)

Family Caregiver Support Program (FCSP)

Texas Family Caregiver Support Program

Age
General Caregivers of 60+ needing care or 55+ caregivers of others; TX resident; 2+ ADLs.
Income Limits (2025) No strict cap; prioritizes low-income ~$24,980/year
Asset Limits Not assessed.
TX

High rural demand; includes grandparent caregivers.

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

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

Texas SCSEP

Age 55+
General unemployed, low-income, TX resident.
Income Limits (2025) ~$1,983/month 125% FPL
Asset Limits Not specified.
TX

Priority for veterans, rural residents; AARP partnership.

Benefits
Paid training (~20 hours/week at ~$7.25/hour) Job placement

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

Texas VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse
General TX resident, wartime service, 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
TX

High veteran population; supports rural/urban needs.

Benefits
Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs

Property Tax Exemption for Seniors

Texas Senior Property Tax Exemption

Age 65+
General TX resident, homeowner (homestead).
Income Limits (2025) None; tax-based eligibility.
Asset Limits Not assessed.
TX

$25,000+ exemption; optional freeze in some counties; saves ~$500-$1,000/year.

Benefits
Tax exemption or freeze (~$500-$1,000/year savings)

Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP)

Texas SFMNP

Age 60+
General TX resident, low-income.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,322/month 185% FPL
Asset Limits Not assessed.
TX

Vouchers (~$50/season); serves ~20,000 via 28 AAAs.

Benefits
Vouchers (~$50/season) for produce at farmers’ markets

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Address 12.1 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Corpus Christi's city center to Cimarron Estates's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 0.41 miles to nearest hospital (Corpus Christi Medical Center Bayview)

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Staffing Data (Q2 2025)

This data corresponds to Q2 2025 and is based on CMS Payroll-Based Journal.

Total staff 125
Employees 93
Contractors 32
Staff to resident ratio 1.87:1
24% better than Texas average

Texas average ratio: 1.51:1

Avg staff/day 43
Average shift 7.4 hours
9% worse than Texas average

Texas average: 8.1 hours

Total staff hours (quarter) 28,827
Nursing staff breakdown
Registered Nurse

Manages medical care and health needs.

Total count 7
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 8.5 hours

No contractors work on this role.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Assists with medical care and medications.

Total count 19
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 8.3 hours

No contractors work on this role.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Helps with daily care and mobility.

Total count 52
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 7.2 hours

No contractors work on this role.

Contractor staffing

Total hours from contractors

12.3%

3,552 contractor hours this quarter

Physical Therapy Aide: 8 Speech Language Pathologist: 8 Respiratory Therapy Technician: 6 Physical Therapy Assistant: 4 Qualified Social Worker: 3 Occupational Therapy Aide: 2 Medical Director: 1
Staff by category
Certified Nursing Assistant5205211,88591100%7.2
Licensed Practical Nurse190196,48291100%8.3
Medication Aide/Technician7072,40591100%8.9
Registered Nurse7072,13891100%8.5
Physical Therapy Aide0881,0618897%6.5
Speech Language Pathologist0889638998%6.2
Dietitian2025967481%7.7
Physical Therapy Assistant0445338088%6.1
Respiratory Therapy Technician0664798290%4.8
Mental Health Service Worker1014736369%7.5
Nurse Practitioner1014656268%7.5
Other Dietary Services Staff3034577582%5.6
Qualified Social Worker0333966268%6.3
Administrator1013755055%7.5
Occupational Therapy Aide022901516%6
Medical Director011301213%2.5
52 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days 100%
19 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days 100%
7 Medication Aide/Technician
% of Days 100%
7 Registered Nurse
% of Days 100%
8 Physical Therapy Aide
% of Days 97%
8 Speech Language Pathologist
% of Days 98%
2 Dietitian
% of Days 81%
4 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days 88%
6 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days 90%
1 Mental Health Service Worker
% of Days 69%
1 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days 68%
3 Other Dietary Services Staff
% of Days 82%
3 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days 68%
1 Administrator
% of Days 55%
2 Occupational Therapy Aide
% of Days 16%
1 Medical Director
% of Days 13%

Facility Characteristics

Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)

Total residents 67
Medicare
18
26.9% of residents
Medicaid
40
59.7% of residents
Private pay or other
9
13.4% of residents
Programs & Services
Residents Group

Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities

Active Resident Council

Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.

Quality of care over time

These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.

High-risk clinical events score Info A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline. 5.9
32% better than Texas average

Texas average: 8.6

Functional decline score Info A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence. 8.5
47% better than Texas average

Texas average: 16.0

Long-stay resident measures
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased Info Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased 3.6%
78% better than Texas average

Texas average: 16.2%

Walking Ability Worsened Info Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened 20.3%
25% worse than Texas average

Texas average: 16.2%

Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence Info Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder 1.6%
90% better than Texas average

Texas average: 15.7%

Falls with Major Injury Info Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury 0.9%
71% better than Texas average

Texas average: 3.2%

High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers Info Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers 4.4%
In line with Texas average

Texas average: 4.4%

Urinary Tract Infection Info Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 1.0%
21% worse than Texas average

Texas average: 0.8%

Lost Too Much Weight Info Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight 0.0%
100% better than Texas average

Texas average: 3.5%

Depressive Symptoms Info Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 0.0%
100% better than Texas average

Texas average: 2.9%

Antipsychotic Use Info Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 1.0%
87% better than Texas average

Texas average: 7.9%

Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 99.5%
In line with Texas average

Texas average: 97.3%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 100.0%
In line with Texas average

Texas average: 97.9%

Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 75.9%
16% worse than Texas average

Texas average: 90.4%

Antipsychotic medication increase Info Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication 0.2%
88% better than Texas average

Texas average: 1.4%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 47.3%
46% worse than Texas average

Texas average: 88.0%

Penalties and fines

Federal penalties imposed by CMS for regulatory violations, including civil money penalties (fines) and denials of payment for new Medicare/Medicaid admissions.

Source: CMS Penalties Database (Data as of Jan 2026)

Total fines amount $10K
88% lower than Texas average

Texas average: $80K

Number of fines 1
60% fewer fines than Texas average

Texas average: 2.5

Payment Denials Info Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed. 0
100% fewer payment denials than Texas average

Texas average: 0.2

Fines amount comparison
Fines amount comparison
This facility $10K
Texas average $80K
Penalty History

Penalties are imposed by CMS for violations of federal nursing home regulations.

Civil Money Penalty Info Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation. Jun 27, 2024
$10K

Last updated: Jan 2026

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