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Sycamore Reserve

8275 Craig St, Indianapolis, IN

Independent Living

4.817 reviewsvia A Place for Mom

About the community

About Sycamore Reserve

Welcome to Sycamore Reserve Conveniently located in Castleton on the northside of Indianapolis, Sycamore Reserve is a new full-service independent senior living community dedicated to your comfort and happiness. We provide genuine personal service in a relaxed, yet refined atmosphere. Our 97 spacious suites include stainless steel appliances, granite countertops and California style closets. Sycamore Reserve is the second independent senior living community we've developed. The first, Bartlett Reserve, located in Durham, North Carolina has enjoyed great success and was awarded Senior Advisor's Best of Senior Living, by its residents and their family members, multiple years in a row. Location, Location, Location You'll appreciate the convenient location, close to I-69, I-465, Community Hospital North, IU Health Hospital Saxony, St. Vincent's Hospital North, a variety of grocery stores, restaurants, specialty shops and shopping at the largest mall in Indiana: Castleton Square Mall. You'll even have access to a chauffeur who provides transportation for residents to medical appointments, meetings and shopping. Dining Experience Our state-of-the-art demonstration kitchen in the Wabash Room is open daily from 7am to 7pm. Trained chefs, who know how to balance fresh ingredients with amazing and wonderful flavors, prepare delicious meals made-to-order. From the uniformed servers, who know your name and how you enjoy your coffee, to the crisp linen covered tables, no detail has been overlooked to make your dining experience delightful every time. Dine solo, with fellow residents or from the comfort of your own suite with our carryout services. You can relax and socialize in the Circle City Bistro where you'll find coffee, pastries and other lighter fare. Keeping Active As an active and independent senior, at Sycamore Reserve you'll have plenty to keep you busy. One of the best things about retirement living is having the free time to spend doing the things you love. Now is a great time to explore new interests or reacquaint yourself with favorite hobbies. Picture yourself waking up at Sycamore Reserve and enjoying fresh-squeezed orange juice from our juice bar and a made-to-order omelet. Then head to the fitness center for a workout or attend a water aerobics class in our heated swimming pool. Then enjoy BBQ poolside for casual dining after you’ve worked up an appetite. Throughout the Sycamore Reserve community, you’ll join friends watching movies in the theater, listening to guest lecturers and concerts, playing bridge, poker and board games, attending holiday parties, plus hiking, casino, zoo and museum trips. Enjoy monthly charity events and much more on our activities and social calendar. Most activities are included at no additional charge, however, there are some outside activities and events that may have additional fees or charges, which will be detailed when scheduled. Home Health & Therapy Services Enjoy the convenience of having monthly visits from a Podiatrist, Audiologist, Nurse Practitioner that can be billed directly to Medicare. You can select your own home health agency and physical therapist, or you can contact those we have agreements with that offer a wide range of services. Look your Best Escape the ordinary, indulge in a soothing, nourishing, hydrating experience in our salon/spa where we offer personalized techniques to keep you relaxed and looking your best. Furry Friends Sycamore Reserve is a pet friendly community; we understand that your beloved pet is a member of the family. Small dogs and cats are allowed in your residence and other designated pet friendly areas of the community.

Family and resident feedback

4.8 out of 5 from 17 reviews

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★★★★★

Positive

Welcoming and Friendly.

The place is very inviting and the staff within reason goes out of their way to accommodate requests. My mom has been there for almost 3 months now and is so glad she chose this place. It is very affordable and a very welcoming environment.

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AnonymousMarch 20, 2026

★★★★★

Positive

My mom's happy place

5 for all. What we like the most about Sycamore Reserve is the staff, the cleanliness of the facility and the apartment layout.

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AnonymousNovember 10, 2025

★★★★★

Positive

I love the vibe

Being family owned is the biggest difference for me. The family members work here and they CARE!

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GregSeptember 11, 2025

★★★★★

Positive

Great place for my mom

[name removed] was great! All of the staff there are kind, empathetic, and knowledgeable.

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Brian SJanuary 17, 2025

★★★★★

Positive

Peace of mind for Mom and the entire family……

My mom has lived at Sycamore Reserve for over two years and she couldn’t be happier. She participates regularly in many of the activities that [name removed] provides, loves [name removed] and the transportation provided for not only medical appointments but for hair and nail appointments, and has has made some good friends throughout her stay. She often enjoys the pastries and fruit that are provided to residents on a daily basis. It’s wonderful that she can invite friends and family to join her for a meal and the

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Stephanie LNovember 28, 2024

★★★★

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Staff is professional and facilities are well maintained

My experience has been as a personal advisor to a client. The staff has been very helpful and keep me informed of most issues. The facility is beautiful and well cared for. The dining room food is more than satisfactory

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Vicki KNovember 25, 2024

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What we know from public sources

Care options
Independent Living
Operator
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Public price status
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Last source check
August 2, 2026

Source-published features

Amenities and services

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Meals & dining

  • Gluten-free
  • Professional Chef
  • Restaurant Style Dining
  • Guest Meals
  • Anytime Dining
  • Meals Provided
  • No Sugar
  • International Cuisine
  • Low / No Sodium
  • Vegetarian
  • Vegan
  • Room Service
  • Private Dining Room
  • Café or Bistro

Health & wellness

  • Staffing & Ancillary Services
  • Medication Management

Services & convenience

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

Activities & engagement

  • Cooking Classes
  • Live Dance or Theater Performances
  • Day Trips and Outings
  • Art Classes
  • Quilting or Sewing Club
  • Devotional Activities On-Site
  • Bible Study Group
  • Yoga / Chair Yoga
  • Wii Bowling
  • Holiday Parties
  • Bridge Club
  • Happy Hour
  • Dances
  • Wine Tasting
  • Devotional Activities Offsite
  • Activities Off-site
  • Intergenerational Programs
  • Visiting Chaplain or Priest
  • Activities On-site
  • Community Service Organizations
  • Live Well Programs
  • Resident Band or Musicians
  • Community Service Programs
  • Stretching Classes
  • BBQs or Picnics
  • Birthday Parties
  • Cards / Pinochle Club
  • Water Aerobics
  • Trivia Games
  • Brain fitness / Dakim
  • Live Musical Performances
  • Educational Speakers / Life Long Learning
  • Gardening Club

Outdoor spaces

  • Barber Shop
  • Central Fireplace
  • Library
  • Outside Patio
  • Beauty Salon
  • Indoor Common Areas
  • Meeting Room
  • TV Lounge
  • Outdoor Common Areas
  • Game Room
  • Fitness Center
  • Swimming Pool
  • Piano or Organ
  • Ballroom
  • Arts and Crafts Center
  • Golf Course or Putting Green
  • Movie or Theater Room
  • Raised Garden Beds

Apartment & room features

  • Ground Floor Units
  • Air Conditioned
  • Cable or Satellite TV
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet
  • Handicap Accessible
  • Private patio, deck, or balcony
  • Respite or Short Term Stays Offered
  • Kitchenette

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