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The Berkshire at Kensington

1800 Kensington Dr., Waukesha, WI 53188

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Price Comparison

  • Average City Price: $3,189
  • Average State Price: $3,146
  • Average National Price: $None


  • The Berkshire at Kensington Description

    The Berkshire at Kensington is a community that offers senior apartments and is located in Waukesha, Wisconsin. Residents who live at the facility are able to choose from a range of studio room layouts.

    The community has an average rating of 7.3 out of 10 making it the 9th highest rated community in the city out of 16 communities. See more information on reviews.

    To find information about the surrounding area including weather, crime, health facilities, parks, and more you can explore the neighborhood here.

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    Care Types at Community

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    Community Reviews

    7.3
    The Berkshire at Kensington
    Based on My Caring Plan's proprietary scoring, including 13 reviews across the web

    Ranking

  • Ranking in City: 9 out of 16 communities in Waukesha
  • Ranking in State: 825 out of 1160 communities in WI


  • Review Summary

    The following is an AI generated summary of the reviews of the community from across the web.

    Summary of Reviews:

    • Some residents have experienced a decline in the quality of their living environment over the years, citing issues such as maintenance delays, cleanliness concerns, and pest problems.
    • Others have praised the community for its well-managed properties, friendly residents, and a variety of activities and amenities available, including banking, health centers, and entertainment options.
    • The staff has been described as friendly and attentive, contributing to a welcoming atmosphere for both current and prospective residents.
    • While some reviews highlight the lack of meals provided in the independent living community, the availability of other amenities like workout rooms, stores, and activity spaces has been positively noted.
    • Personal experiences with the community's responsiveness and care during the selection process for loved ones have been shared, with some individuals finding the perfect fit for their family members with the help of advisory services.
    • Overall, opinions vary significantly, with some residents recommending the community for its value, cleanliness, and the range of activities offered, while others advise caution due to their negative experiences.


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    What is in the Neighborhood

    General Area Overview
    • The average income is $76,472, which is high compared to other zip codes.
    • Weather
      • High Temperature: 74
      • Low Temperature: 22
      • Average Temperature: 48.9
      • Day Breakdown: The area gets 128 days of rain, 51 days of snow and 184 days of sun
      • Precipitation: 1.1 inches a year

    Demographic Overview
    • The median age is 35.8 years old, average compared to other cities.
    • 4.33% of the population are Veterans which is a low percentage of Veterans compared to other cities.
    • 6.92% of the population are Foreign-born which is a very low percentage of Foreign-born compared to other cities.
    • The population is 0% American Indian and Alaska Native, 3% Asian, 2% Black or African-American, 11% Hispanic or Latino, and 81% White.

    Health and Safety Overview
    • The crime rate is 2.73 per 100 people which is low compared to other cities.
      • Violent Crime: 0.54 incidents per 100 people
      • Property Crime: 1.06 incidents per 100 people
      • Drug-Related Crime: 0.68 incidents per 100 people
    • The average life expectancy in zip code is 80.83 years old, which is very high compared to other zip codes.
    • Air Quality: Good Days 217.0, Moderate Days 51.0, Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups Days 3.0, Unhealthy Days 0.0, Very Unhealthy Days 0.0, Hazardous Days 0.0

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    Supermarkets

    Pick 'n Save
    0.7 miles away
    ALDI
    0.9 miles away
    Walmart Supercenter
    1.7 miles away
    Sentry Foods
    2.0 miles away
    Meijer
    2.1 miles away

    None Found

    Bus Stations

    NW Barstow & Bank
    1.5 miles away
    Main & East/Buckley
    1.6 miles away
    Sunset Drive
    1.8 miles away
    Super Wal-Mart
    1.8 miles away
    Manhattan & Moreland
    2.9 miles away

    Banks

    Associated Bank
    1.3 miles away
    Waukesha State Bank
    1.3 miles away
    U.S. Bank
    1.8 miles away
    Bank Mutual
    2.0 miles away
    First Federal Bank of Wisconsin
    2.7 miles away

    Hospitals

    Waukesha Memorial Hospital
    0.7 miles away
    Henke Nursing Center
    1.4 miles away
    Rehabilitation Hospital Of Wisconsin
    2.3 miles away

    Pharmacies

    Walgreens
    2.0 miles away

    Dentists

    Barsamian dental
    1.6 miles away
    Dental Care of Waukesha
    2.0 miles away
    Wade Family Dental
    2.6 miles away
    Hillcrestt Family Dental
    3.3 miles away
    Aspen Dental
    4.3 miles away

    Parks

    Waukesha
    0.1 miles away
    Woodfield Park
    0.1 miles away
    Bethesda Spring Park
    0.6 miles away
    Dopp Park
    0.6 miles away
    Grede Perk
    0.9 miles away

    None Found

    Shopping

    Golden Gate Centre
    2.3 miles away

    Culture

    Otteson Theater
    1.4 miles away
    Shattuck Music Center
    1.4 miles away
    Humphry Art Center
    1.4 miles away
    Dorothy Goff Frisch Recital Hall
    1.4 miles away

    Restaurants

    Buffalo Wild Wings
    0.9 miles away
    Noodles & Company
    0.9 miles away
    Chili's
    0.9 miles away
    Solebmans Pub & Grill Waukesha
    1.1 miles away
    La Estacion
    1.2 miles away

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