Gramercy Park Cooperative

Gramercy Park Cooperative is a senior living community on Duluth's hilltop, surrounded by a green forest where deer, ducks, and birds are often seen by a pond, and people say it's usually quiet and clean, so folks who live here tend to like watching nature out their windows. The community is for people aged 55 or better who want a home without maintenance worries, and it's set up so the residents own a share of the whole place, gaining accrued equity over time, which is a bit different than just renting, and some folks like knowing their neighbors are owners too. They have independent living and other options, with several floor plans such as Willow, Laurel, Cypress, Deerwood, and Aspen, designed by architects and built to fit different lifestyles. People can use the exercise room or the pool room, and there are regular neighborly get-togethers, which helps people stay active and make friends, and meals are made by chefs and meal planners so residents get nutritious food. Many say the staff are helpful, joyful, and kind, and activities focus on keeping people engaged socially, physically, mentally, and emotionally, though exact details about all the services and amenities aren't always easy to list out. The community is managed by Ebenezer Management Services, and it gets reviews showing overall satisfaction among residents and families. There's a waiting list for homes, which people can join after reaching out to the office, and the community welcomes people for tours by appointment on weekdays between 9AM and 3PM. Monthly costs vary to fit different budgets, and the goal really seems to be about letting seniors have their own spot without a lot of hassles, in a place where nature and friendly faces are nearby.