Ceres Gleann is a 55+ community outside of Salem, Oregon, made up of single-family homes mostly built with one story and attached garages, and you'll see these homes with fiber cement siding in tan, gray, and some muted colors with brick accents here and there, and most homes have small yards, covered patios, and underground sprinklers to keep things tidy. Floor plans generally run from about 1,500 to 2,284 square feet, and there are options for one to two bedrooms, plus a den or office, and the kitchens come with things like slab granite countertops, upgraded cabinets, double-pane windows, and stainless steel appliances such as a 5-burner stove and built-in oven, and you'll notice gas fireplaces, laminate flooring, and a tile shower in the master bath in many homes. Some houses are two stories, like the 2015 build with three bedrooms and three baths, a bonus room upstairs, and views overlooking the golf course, but most stick to a single story, with wider doorways, no steps going in, a garage bump-out for a golf cart, and epoxy-coated garage floors. The lots are about 0.10 acres, so there's a bit of yard for sitting out back or maybe planting a few flowers, and you get covered patios to enjoy the view, which might look onto the nine-hole golf course next door that's about 2,000 yards long and borders the neighborhood.
Residents belong to a homeowners association that charges a monthly fee of $122, covering things like the upkeep of lawns, maintenance of the grounds, some common areas, and a newsletter for local updates, and sometimes you get access to community spaces like a clubhouse with a commercial kitchen, great room for gatherings, and rooms for games or hobbies, plus nearby features like community gardens, walking paths, a gazebo, and meeting spaces. Most houses use gas heating, central air, public utilities, and have two-car garages. The primary bedroom usually sits on the main floor, and homes sometimes have an office space and a south-facing living room. The community's in the Dallas School District 2 and close to Oakdale Heights Elementary, Lacreole Middle School, and Dallas High School, even though most people living here are retired or over 55.
Ceres Gleann doesn't operate as a multi-family building, and while there's no new construction warranty, the homes are kept up well. Care services include assisted living and memory care for residents who need help with daily activities, medication, or dementia support, with personal attention from trained staff, and options exist for respite care if someone just needs a short stay. The community aims to keep things simple and supportive, offering meals, transportation, housekeeping, laundry, and constant supervision when needed, all while letting folks enjoy activities, a walk outside, or just quiet time in a private or semi-private suite. You'll find Wi-Fi, emergency alert systems, and community rooms for things like crafts, movies, and games, with some dining options that handle special diets and provide chef-prepared meals. With about 134 homes when the neighborhood is full, the size keeps it friendly and easy to get to know neighbors, and the clubhouse with its view of the golf course gives people a place to gather or spend some quiet time if they like.
