Studio
Independent Living · 0 bedroom
Published starting price
Schedule a visit →$3,725/month
Care fees not included
Checked August 8, 2026Community profile
Magnolia Heights
485 East Central St, Franklin, MA
Independent Living
★ 4.546 reviewsvia A Place for Mom ↗
About the community
About Magnolia Heights
Magnolia Heights is a charming independent living community that offers excellent services and amenities to seniors living in Franklin, Massachusetts. This stately community boasts well-manicured grounds, a library with a fireplace, a full beauty salon and barbershop, a movie theater, and a well-equipped fitness center. Active seniors will enjoy exploring historic Downtown Franklin, which features charming shops, delicious restaurants, and plenty of local history. Community Services and Amenities Magnolia Heights is perfect for independent seniors wishing to continue their active retirement lifestyle. The community offers tons of opportunities to participate in the arts, learn new skills, and enjoy intellectual and cultural pursuits. Popular activities include: creative writing classes book and garden clubs discussion groups creative arts projects scheduled outings social events cooking demonstrations …and more! This community offers independent living in a safe, caring environment where seniors can be surrounded by their peers. Professional and attentive staff are always available to check up on resident needs. They can also coordinate with private home care providers to help with more advanced medical conditions. Physical and occupational therapy is offered, and there is an on-site management team available day and night to assist residents. For a reasonable fee, residents enjoy access to regular fitness programs, three chef-prepared meals served daily, planned activities and events, weekly housekeeping and linen services, transportation to doctor’s appointments and outings, and so much more! Living Arrangements and Unit Features Magnolia Heights offers a selection of comfortable studios as well as one- and two-bedroom apartments with kitchenette options and emergency alert systems. Wheelchair-accessible apartments with accessible bathrooms are available, along with housekeeping, laundry, and maintenance services. Related articles Your Complete Guide to Independent Living An Active, Engaging Retirement: Top 5 Benefits of Independent Senior Living Communities Aging Well in Independent Living
Published floor plans
1 Bedroom
Independent Living · 1 bedroom
Published starting price
Schedule a visit →$4,830/month
Care fees not included
Checked August 8, 20262 Bedrooms
Independent Living · 2 bedroom
Published starting price
Schedule a visit →$6,450/month
Care fees not included
Checked August 8, 2026Tracked published prices
Price history by floor plan
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Studio$3,725 observed · tracking future changes
One source-published starting price observed so far. No price change has been observed yet.
Family and resident feedback
4.5 out of 5 from 46 reviews
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★★★★★
PositiveThe residents seemed engaged and the staff truly seemed helpful and kind The facility itself is beautiful clean and filled with light.
★★★★★
PositiveWe like Magnolia facility so much. The person that assisted us ([name removed] ) was very helpful in explaining the facility’s services and features. We are very happy with the possibility of living there in the future. Thanks.
★★★★★
PositiveKind Caring, always wants to help
I have lived at Magnolia Heights for two years and very satisfied with the whole place The managers are helpful and caring , the food is excellent and even includes desserts Activities are many The facility is immaculate and the residents are warm and inviting to help with questions It is A/C and cable is included along with trips to doctors, and other places of interest I’m glad I chose Magnolia Heights and would recommend this home
★★★★★
PositiveMoms new home
Everything about the visit from start to finish was excellent. We signed for an apartment the same day. The administrative staff as well as clients were all lovely. The facility was clean, bright and welcoming. We felt at home right away. We appreciated the opportunity to tour so quickly and were able to sign for a space that very same day. We would recommend Magnolia Heights to anyone looking for a safe, warm, welcoming and engaging elderly community living experience. We are beyond grateful to have found such a h…
★★★★★
PositiveReview for Magnolia Heights
The facility is excellent. Don't know any others but I'm very happy here.
★★★★★
PositiveReview for Magnolia Heights
Have already recommended to others. The weak point is the meal service, lack of help and menu not that great. We picked this community because of the price and modern clean look of facility inside and outside.
Verified overview
What we know from public sources
- Care options
- Independent Living
- Operator
- Hawthorn Senior Living, LLC
- Public price status
- Published starting price available
- Last source check
- August 8, 2026
Source-published features
Amenities and services
Grouped so you can scan what affects day-to-day life before opening an operator page.
Meals & dining
- Café or Bistro
- Private Dining Room
- Restaurant Style Dining
- No Sugar
- Meals Provided
- Vegetarian
- Low / No Sodium
- International Cuisine
- Vegan
- Guest Meals
- Professional Chef
Health & wellness
- Staffing & Ancillary Services
Services & convenience
- Complimentary Transportation
- Uncovered Parking
- Property Convenient to Public Transit
- Resident Parking Available
- Cats Allowed
- Dogs Allowed
- Weight Limit (lbs)
- Housekeeping
- Grocery Shopping and Errands
- Beautician
- English
Activities & engagement
- Stretching Classes
- BBQs or Picnics
- Community Service Programs
- Cards / Pinochle Club
- Birthday Parties
- Live Musical Performances
- Trivia Games
- Men's Club
- Brain fitness / Dakim
- Gardening Club
- Educational Speakers / Life Long Learning
- Protestant Services
- Pet-focused Programs
- Quilting or Sewing Club
- Art Classes
- Choir / Singing Club
- Live Dance or Theater Performances
- Day Trips and Outings
- Cooking Classes
- Bible Study Group
- Yoga / Chair Yoga
- Karaoke
- Devotional Activities On-Site
- Book Club
- Devotional Activities Offsite
- Dances
- Catholic Services
- Bridge Club
- Holiday Parties
- Visiting Chaplain or Priest
- Activities On-site
- Intergenerational Programs
- Activities Off-site
Outdoor spaces
- Beauty Salon
- Indoor Common Areas
- Outdoor Common Areas
- TV Lounge
- Computer or Media Center
- Library
- Central Fireplace
- Barber Shop
- Outside Patio
- Movie or Theater Room
- Raised Garden Beds
- Fitness Center
- Game Room
- Piano or Organ
- Billiards Lounge
Apartment & room features
- Cable or Satellite TV
- Ground Floor Units
- Air Conditioned
- Private patio, deck, or balcony
- Wheelchair Accessible Showers
- Wi-Fi/high-speed internet
- Handicap Accessible
- Kitchenette
- Bath Tubs
- Respite or Short Term Stays Offered
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 8, 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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