Manchester Lakes Senior Apartments

Manchester Lakes Senior Apartments sits over on Silver Lake Boulevard in Alexandria, and it's been around since 2000, offering independent living for folks 55 and older who want comfort and some peace of mind without needing a ton of extra help, though there are assisted living and memory care options for those that need it, which means someone with different care needs could still stay here a while, and the building's hotel-inspired but keeps a homey feel, with one- and two-bedroom apartments that all come with private patios or balconies, wall-to-wall carpet, air conditioning, and plenty of storage, so you won't be cramped, and every unit's got an all-electric kitchen, microwave, oven, refrigerator, dishwasher, and granite counters. The floors are hardwood and easy to keep clean, you'll find mini and vertical blinds, and there's cable and satellite TV ready to go if you like to keep up with the news or watch a ballgame. Having an elevator in the building makes it easier for folks who can't do stairs, and there's garage and covered parking so your car's out of the weather, and laundry's shared on each floor instead of in the units, but the staff cleans the laundry rooms daily along with all the common areas, following CDC guidelines, and there's a 48-hour maintenance promise if anything needs fixing. For social time, there's a clubhouse, community rooms, and a theater where residents can watch movies together, plus a library for reading or just getting away for a bit, and a hair salon right on the grounds, which is handy. Folks who like to keep busy have two fitness centers, a business center with internet, walking trails out back, a garden and gazebo, and a dog park for people's cats or dogs-two pets per apartment, 35 pounds apiece, with a fee. The place welcomes Section 42 and Section 8, so there are affordable options, and online payments make bills easier to handle. Its location means easy freeway and metro access, shopping's nearby, there's a weekly shuttle, and public parks are close, with a new community center going up just across the street. Residents can get help with moving in thanks to options like the "Move In Ready" package from CORT, and the building's got media rooms and package receiving so you don't miss deliveries. It's designed for seniors who want to be active, stay social, or just have a quiet place to themselves, and there's plenty of disabled access for folks who need it, so you can expect no-frills, straightforward living.