1 Bedroom
Independent Living · 1 bedroom
Published starting price
Schedule a visit →$3,999/month
Care fees not included
Checked August 1, 2026Community profile
Gardens at Wakefield
12800 Spruce Tree Way, Raleigh, NC
Independent Living
★ 4.9143 reviewsRead reviews
About the community
About Gardens at Wakefield
Published floor plans
2 Bedrooms
Independent Living · 2 bedroom
Published starting price
Schedule a visit →$4,299/month
Care fees not included
Checked August 1, 2026Tracked published prices
Price history by floor plan
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1 Bedroom$3,999 observed · tracking future changes
One source-published starting price observed so far. No price change has been observed yet.
Family and resident feedback
4.9 out of 5 from 143 reviews
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★★★★★
PositiveWonderful Community
Loved the Gardens at Wakefield when touring for my parents. [name removed], the Community Relations Director was especially amazing. She was so caring and really listened to what we needed. She gave me additional information to help with my decisions even after we decided that my parents would need to be in SC closer to my sister. Lots of fun activities, community garden and the most amazing fig tree I've ever seen! Love the proximity to the Y. All the residents I met were so friendly (especially [name removed] who…
★★★★★
PositiveGardens at Wakefield is a very welcoming place. The residents we encountered seemed very happy. The facility looked and smelled very clean and inviting. It felt like home when we walked in the front door.
★★★★★
PositiveWorks alongside community as we provide services in the building
A wonderful community filled with great staff. Everyone is so helpful, the site is beautiful and in such a great location. I've heard great things about the dining experience as well. They have transportation as well.
★★★★★
PositiveAn excellent experience
I loved the staff. They genuinely want the residents to succeed and work with individual families to add services if needed so that people can age in place. There are many add on services available--PT, OT, companion care, hair dresser as well as many social events.
★★★★★
PositiveA great 8 years!
My Mom lived at the Gardens for 8 years before recently moving to an Assisted Living Community. It was a great experience for her and for us! The staff is amazing and provided a loving community for my Mom. A special shout out to Heather, Wendy and Carmen for always going above and beyond and showing my Mom so much kindness. Her apartment was incredible, she had a two bedroom, two bath that was so spacious and laid out well. The activities, meals and service were all top notch and we were very sad to leave the Gar…
★★★★★
PositiveTop Notch Experience at The Gardens of Wakefield
We chose The Gardens at Wakefield for my mother when she came to NC from Idaho. Having never looked at senior housing before I toured several communities and felt like it was the best fit for her. She had a one bedroom apartment that included washer and dryer, accessible bathroom with hand rails, and a full kitchen--even a dishwasher. They offer a nice assortment of activities for those who are looking to develop friendships and be active as well as a bus to transport groups for shopping, field trips and special ev…
Verified overview
What we know from public sources
- Care options
- Independent Living
- Operator
- Inspirit Senior Living
- Public price status
- Published starting price available
- Last source check
- August 17, 2026
Source-published features
Amenities and services
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Meals & dining
- Low / No Sodium
- Vegan
- Room Service
- Gluten-free
- Professional Chef
- Restaurant Style Dining
- Guest Meals
- Meals Provided
- International Cuisine
- Vegetarian
- Café or Bistro
Health & wellness
- Medication Management
- Memory Care
- Staffing & Ancillary Services
Services & convenience
- Complimentary Transportation
- Uncovered Parking
- Resident Parking Available
- Cats Allowed
- Pet Care Available
- Dogs Allowed
- Laundry Service / Drycleaning
- Housekeeping
- Beautician
- Grocery Shopping and Errands
- Italian
- German
- Spanish
- English
- American Sign Language
Activities & engagement
- Live Well Programs
- Visiting Rabbi
- Stretching Classes
- BBQs or Picnics
- Community Service Programs
- Birthday Parties
- Cards / Pinochle Club
- Brain fitness / Dakim
- Tai Chi
- Live Musical Performances
- Trivia Games
- Educational Speakers / Life Long Learning
- Gardening Club
- Day Trips and Outings
- Pet-focused Programs
- Quilting or Sewing Club
- Live Dance or Theater Performances
- Art Classes
- Choir / Singing Club
- Bible Study Group
- Devotional Activities On-Site
- Book Club
- Karaoke
- Yoga / Chair Yoga
- Wii Bowling
- Other Religious Services
- Walking Club
- Jewish Services
- Catholic Services
- Bridge Club
- Holiday Parties
- Devotional Activities Offsite
- Dances
- Activities Off-site
- Visiting Chaplain or Priest
- Activities On-site
- Christian Services
Outdoor spaces
- Beauty Salon
- Indoor Common Areas
- Butterfly garden / Hummingbird garden
- TV Lounge
- Outdoor Common Areas
- Computer or Media Center
- Barber Shop
- Private Bath
- Central Fireplace
- Library
- Outside Patio
- Arts and Crafts Center
- Golf Course or Putting Green
- Movie or Theater Room
- Raised Garden Beds
- Fitness Center
- Game Room
- Billiards Lounge
- Piano or Organ
Apartment & room features
- Full kitchen
- Wi-Fi/high-speed internet
- Private patio, deck, or balcony
- Handicap Accessible
- Bath Tubs
- Respite or Short Term Stays Offered
- Ground Floor Units
- Garden View
- Air Conditioned
- Cable or Satellite TV
- Wheelchair Accessible Showers
Official oversight
Inspection and quality records
Inspection coverage has not yet been completed for this community. “Not covered” is not the same as “no violations found.”
Coverage last checked August 17, 2026.
Questions to confirm with the community
- Additional care fees
- Not publicly disclosed
- Move-in fee
- Not publicly disclosed
- Exact unit availability
- Confirmation required
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