The Residence at Boylston Place
Retirement Home & Independent Living · Boston, MA
The Residence at Boylston Place
Retirement Home & Independent Living · Boston, MA
The Residence at Boylston Place is a 99-bed retirement home at 615 Heath Street, Chestnut Hill, Suffolk County, Massachusetts 02467. For-profit and operating since 2000, it offers independent living, assisted living, and Reflections Memory Care in a mid-rise building with studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom units. The community emphasizes diversity, inclusivity, and seamless transitions between care levels without requiring apartment changes.
Inspection history, deficiency records, citations, and regulatory compliance data are not disclosed in publicly available sources. Families should contact the Massachusetts Executive Office of Elder Affairs and Department of Public Health directly to request compliance records and inspection findings.
The facility comprises 81 traditional independent living units and 18 special care units. Independent living residents manage their own daily affairs while enjoying community amenities and activities. Assisted living provides support for those requiring help with daily activities, allowing seamless transition without relocation. Reflections Memory Care serves residents with memory loss. The community partners with REACT Neuro for cognitive function monitoring technology. Dining, housekeeping, laundry, maintenance, and activity programming are provided. Specific staffing composition, occupancy rates, resident census, and quality measures are not disclosed. Business hours are Monday-Friday 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Walk Score 78 reflects high walkability; the facility is 1.1 miles from Chestnut Hill center with most errands accessible on foot.
Families evaluating The Residence at Boylston Place should request current inspection and regulatory compliance records from Massachusetts health authorities and clarify pricing and contract terms.
Types of Care at The Residence at Boylston Place
Independent Living
99-bed community Rank #100 / 279Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 100th out of 279 homes in Massachusetts. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Massachusetts SNFs. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
26 years in operation Rank #93 / 180Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 93rd out of 180 homes in Massachusetts. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other Massachusetts SNFs. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score: 78 / 100 Rank #133 / 499Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 133rd out of 499 homes in Massachusetts. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Massachusetts SNFs. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.
Year Opened2000
Profit StatusFor-Profit
Nonprofit OwnershipNo
Traditional
81 units
Special Care
18 units
Low Income Rooms
Yes/No from payment or funding tags indicating low-income accessibility options in state disclosures—not a determination of personal eligibility.
No
Total beds
99 units
Co-located with Nursing Home
No Alzheimer's certification
Fax(617) 244-8866
Business HoursMonday - Friday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
What does this home offer?
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: Mid-rise
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1.1 miles from city center
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The Residence at Boylston Place is located in Chestnut Hill, Massachusetts.
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| The Residence at Boylston Place |
RH Retirement Home | Chestnut Hill | 99 | No | 18 | 78 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 26 | - | No | Yes |
| Chestnut Park at Cleveland Circle |
RH Retirement Home | Boston (Brighton) | 84 | Yes | 28 | 86 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 30 | F | No | Yes |
| The Susan S. Bailis Assisted Living Community |
RH Retirement Home | Boston (Prudential / St. Botolph) | 82 | Yes | - | 98 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 23 | - | No | No |
| Standish Village |
RH Retirement Home | Boston (Adams Street) | - | Yes | - | 0 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | - | - | No | - |
| Welch Senior Living |
RH Retirement Home | Rockland | - | No | - | 39 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | - | - | No | - |
Frequently Asked Questions about The Residence at Boylston Place
What neighborhood is The Residence at Boylston Place in?
The Residence at Boylston Place is in the Chestnut Hill neighborhood of Chestnut Hill.
Is The Residence at Boylston Place in a walkable area?
The Residence at Boylston Place has a walk score of 78. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.
How long has The Residence at Boylston Place been in business?
According to the BBB and MA state health department records, The Residence at Boylston Place has been operating for approximately 26 years.
Does The Residence at Boylston Place operate as a for-profit or non-profit?
The Residence at Boylston Place is registered as a for-profit in MA.
How many beds does The Residence at Boylston Place have?
The Residence at Boylston Place has 99 beds.
What is the address of The Residence at Boylston Place?
The Residence at Boylston Place is located at 615 Heath St, Chestnut Hill, MA 02467, United States.
What is the phone number of The Residence at Boylston Place?
(617) 244-1188 will put you in contact with the team at The Residence at Boylston Place.
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