John Calvin Apartments sits at 364 Northgate Mall Drive in Hixson, TN, and folks here will find 94 one-bedroom apartments set up for seniors 62 and older or people under 62 with mobility issues, and you get a modern stucco building that stays quiet and clean, with grounds that stay pretty well-kept so people can stroll around in a peaceful spot not far from restaurants, a library, a movie theater, hospital, and a big mall you can walk to if you want something nearby, now they do have some particular rules and options, so you won't be able to smoke anywhere on the property and pets aren't allowed, and while some units have water, trash, sewer, and electricity included in the rent, you get things like central heating and air, high-speed internet, and kitchens with separate refrigerators, and there's a community room with a flat screen TV where folks can gather, plus a gazebo and courtyard out back that gives space to sit and talk, now you'll find washer and dryer facilities right in the building, which makes life easier, and there's emergency maintenance along with a 24-hour call system in case something happens.
The apartments have project-based rental assistance that can lower costs for those who qualify, but that might change from time to time, and since it's a LIHTC property with at least 40% of units set aside for families earning 60% of Area Median Income, people with lower incomes might want to check the eligibility rules, which also say you have to either meet the age rules or be disabled, with Section 8 and government-assisted options sometimes there too, and while it's called independent living, there are some offerings for people who might need a hand with things like dressing or bathing, though no heavy care services are on-site and supervision is minimal, so folks living here should be able to get along mostly on their own, but there's a service coordinator if you need help with forms, questions, or connecting to outside resources, and SPM Property Management runs the place and takes care of the day-to-day, so someone's around if you need to reach out.
There's a focus on staying social and healthy, as the staff, who're described as friendly and helpful and pretty joyful most days, try to bring residents together for activities that help people stay active in body and mind, with some events like educational programs and health fairs popping up in the community room, and when it comes to meals, the apartments offer options for nutritious, balanced food planned by chefs and meal planners so you can eat well without extra fuss, which can be a relief, now there isn't on-site parking and no outdoor amenities beyond the grounds and gazebo, but you get private balconies on some units where you can sit and relax, and while the building has some accessibility features for folks with disabilities, not every detail about entrance levels or which floor you might get is clear, so you may want to ask before making a decision.
The apartment homes have open living and dining areas, fully equipped kitchens, central heating and air, and utilities like electricity and water included in the rent for many units, and the building's got satellite and internet but the exact details on those services change from time to time or aren't always spelled out, so the basics are covered and things stay modern, yet it's kept simple without lots of frills, and the whole place is meant as a more tranquil retreat for people looking for a quieter style of living without a lot of noise, with a friendly staff that most people say makes daily life easier, and since it's off the market and not currently on Trulia, anyone curious about openings or eligibility would need to check with the management, and the place aims to be safe and welcoming, including information on housing and employment protections for LGBTQ+ residents, so folks of all backgrounds have what they need to live comfortably.
