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Sellwood Senior Living

8517 SE 17th Ave, Portland, OR

Assisted LivingIndependent LivingMemory Care

4.327 reviewsvia A Place for Mom

About the community

About Sellwood Senior Living

Find the proper care you’ve been seeking for your loved one’s retirement at Sellwood Senior Living’s assisted living and respite care options. This community’s campus, rests in a historic district of Portland with a variety of things to explore along with a wealth of amenities to enjoy right at home. Community Amenities and Services With 24-hour staffing, assistance with a variety of activities of daily living, and a personalized approach to care, your loved one can find the ideal setting to receive the individualized care they need. In the dining room, enjoy chef-prepared dishes in a restaurant-style atmosphere. Dishes can be tailored to fit a variety of dietary needs and restrictions so your loved one never has to forgo their favorites. Transportation, housekeeping, and linen services are also taken care of to create stress-free retirements. Indulge at the ice cream parlor, walk your dog at the nearby dog park, tend plants at the greenhouse, break a sweat in a daily fitness class, set out on your own adventure throughout the surrounding area with assistance from the community’s concierge service. Living Arrangements Sellwood Senior Living offers a variety of studio and one-bedroom apartment floor plans that can feature walk-in closets and kitchenettes with stainless steel appliances. State licensing information To explore the licensing information and compliance histories of senior living communities in the state of Oregon, visit the Oregon Long-Term Care Facility Search . Related articles Finding a Place for Dad: Senior Living Tips for Elderly Men Your Complete Guide to Assisted Living Senior Respite Care: Short-Term Relief for Caregivers

Family and resident feedback

4.3 out of 5 from 27 reviews

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★★★★★

Positive

A new place for mom

After ten years, my mom recently moved into Sellwood from another independent/assisted living community. She needed a step up in care and a more affordable place. She likes Sellwood even more than her previous community. It is a little smaller and her care is more personalized. She loves the daily activities and even likes the food, which has always been an issue for her. It’s well-run, they go the extra mile, and communication is excellent.

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5.0 / 5
Friendliness
5.0 / 5
Value for Cost
5.0 / 5
Care Services
5.0 / 5
Activities
5.0 / 5
Staff
5.0 / 5
Meals & Dining
5.0 / 5
Response from the community

We are so glad to hear of your experience so far, Ken! Thank you for sharing your experience with others through a review!

October 2, 2025
Ken CSeptember 27, 2025

★★★★★

Positive

greatful for the compassionate care!

My mom has been at SSL for 3.5 yrs. The first person we met when interviewing facilities was [name removed], we knew right away after meeting her and touring the grounds and the rooms This was going to be a great fit! The care., patience , and compassion for my mother and our entire family has exceeded our expectations, and we can’t feel more blessed , and thankful to the entire staff! Thank you all from the bottom of our hearts! sincerely, [name removed] & family ????

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4.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
Activities
5.0 / 5
Staff
5.0 / 5
Meals & Dining
5.0 / 5
Response from the community

Thank you so much for your heartfelt review, Cheris. Our entire team appreciates you taking the time to share your experience with others.

September 9, 2025
cheris lSeptember 8, 2025

★★★★

Positive

Review for Sellwood Senior Living

The facility is very clean and pleasant and in a very nice neighborhood. My husband says the food is "pretty good". The staff is very caring and attentive.

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Cleanliness
5.0 / 5
Friendliness
5.0 / 5
Value for Cost
4.0 / 5
Care Services
5.0 / 5
Activities
4.0 / 5
Staff
3.0 / 5
Meals & Dining
5.0 / 5
Response from the community

Thank you for your review!

June 17, 2025
AnonymousJune 5, 2025

★★★★

Positive

I toured this facility. It was very clean, but not as updated as some of the other facilities. The set up wasn't quite what we wanted. It was ok, just not the best fit for us.

Response from the community

Thank you for your four-star review and for considering our beautiful community. At Sellwood Senior Living, each day is an opportunity for fun and growth. Our enriching daily calendar keeps residents happy and engaged, with fitness classes, arts and crafts, learning opportunities, and more. From planning the day’s activities to ordering meals in our restaurant-style dining area, our residents are given the freedom of choice and the happiness that comes with it. We hope that you are happy in the community that you chose, if for any reason you are unsatisfied we would love to welcome you back!

December 9, 2022
AnonymousSeptember 16, 2022

★★★★★

Positive

We had a very good tour at Sellwood. The lady who gave the tour was very nice. The staff seemed to know every resident by first name. The facility itself was great. It just wasn't suitable for my loved one. The location was not conducive to getting outdoors at all, and it was in a very busy location. Also the multi-story building would have been confusing to her.

Response from the community

Thank you for your positive review! We strive to provide excellent care and service to our residents and their families at Sellwood Senior Living. Thank you again, we hope you have a wonderful day!

April 15, 2022
anonymousApril 13, 2022

★★★★

Positive

Our Experience

Activities were slow due to covid but are now coming back. It's an adequate community. It's in a good spot of town, handsome on the inside. Sharing a parking lot with a 7-11.

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Cleanliness
5.0 / 5
Friendliness
5.0 / 5
Value for Cost
4.0 / 5
Care Services
4.0 / 5
Activities
4.0 / 5
Staff
4.0 / 5
Meals & Dining
3.0 / 5
Response from the community

We appreciate your positive review about your recent experience with us! We hope to see you soon!

March 25, 2022
JWMarch 15, 2022

Verified overview

What we know from public sources

Care options
Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care
Public price status
Published starting price available
Last source check
August 1, 2026

Source-published features

Amenities and services

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Meals & dining

  • Vegetarian
  • Room Service
  • Anytime Dining
  • Meals Provided
  • Guest Meals
  • Restaurant Style Dining
  • Professional Chef
  • Low / No Sodium
  • Café or Bistro
  • Private Dining Room

Health & wellness

  • Diabetic Care
  • Medication Management
  • Incontinence Care
  • Staffing & Ancillary Services
  • High Acuity Care
  • Memory Care
  • Non-Ambulatory Care

Services & convenience

  • Complimentary Transportation
  • Uncovered Parking
  • Resident Parking Available
  • Property Convenient to Public Transit
  • Dogs Allowed
  • Cats Allowed
  • Weight Limit (lbs)
  • Grocery Shopping and Errands
  • Laundry Service / Drycleaning
  • Housekeeping
  • Beautician
  • Spanish
  • English

Activities & engagement

  • Cards / Pinochle Club
  • Birthday Parties
  • Forever Fit
  • Community Service Programs
  • BBQs or Picnics
  • Live Well Programs
  • Gardening Club
  • Educational Speakers / Life Long Learning
  • Trivia Games
  • Cooking Club
  • Men's Club
  • Live Musical Performances
  • Brain fitness / Dakim
  • Book Club
  • Yoga / Chair Yoga
  • Bible Study Group
  • Art Classes
  • Quilting or Sewing Club
  • Cooking Classes
  • Day Trips and Outings
  • Christian Services
  • Visiting Chaplain or Priest
  • Activities On-site
  • Activities Off-site
  • Happy Hour
  • Wine Tasting
  • Dances
  • Holiday Parties
  • Catholic Services
  • Walking Club

Outdoor spaces

  • Private Bath
  • Meeting Room
  • Indoor Common Areas
  • Beauty Salon
  • Outdoor Common Areas
  • TV Lounge
  • Computer or Media Center
  • Outside Patio
  • Central Fireplace
  • Library
  • Barber Shop
  • Arts and Crafts Center
  • Raised Garden Beds
  • Piano or Organ
  • Jacuzzi
  • Billiards Lounge
  • Game Room

Apartment & room features

  • Handicap Accessible
  • Bath Tubs
  • Kitchenette
  • Respite or Short Term Stays Offered
  • Ground Floor Units
  • Wheelchair Accessible Showers
  • Cable or Satellite TV
  • Air Conditioned
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet

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Additional care fees
Not publicly disclosed
Move-in fee
Not publicly disclosed
Exact unit availability
Confirmation required

Published floor plans

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