Independent living
The Scarborough
Independent living in Columbus, Ohio
| Provider details | |
|---|---|
| Address | 494 Saint Clair Ave, Columbus, OH 43203 |
| City | Columbus |
| State | Ohio |
| Website | https://www.nationalchurchresidences.org/blog/national-church-residences-expands-on-the-near-east-side-with-the-scarborough/ |
| Age requirement | 62 and older |
| Age rule basis | Section 202 is HUD's housing program for elderly households; eligibility requires the head of household to be age 62 or older. |
| Apartments | 84 |
| Housing program | HUD Section 202 Capital Advance |
| Income restricted | Yes |
The Scarborough is a new 84-unit affordable senior housing community on the Near East Side of Columbus, developed by National Church Residences with Trinity Baptist Church and Nix Development Company. The four-story building has 76 one-bedroom and 8 two-bedroom apartments for adults age 62 and older, with income limits. Amenities include a large community room with a kitchen, a fitness center, and an outdoor gathering space.
More about this provider
| National Church Residences broke ground on The Scarborough, a new 84-unit affordable senior housing community on the Near East Side of Columbus, Ohio. Developed in partnership with Trinity Baptist Church and Nix Development Company, the income-restricted community is designed for adults 62 and older and was made possible in part by a $9 million HUD Section 202 award. | |
| Services and programs | Amenities will include a large community room with a kitchen, an extensive fitness center and an outdoor gathering space; mid-rise, four-story building with 76 one-bedroom and 8 two-bedroom apartment homes |
| Who it serves | Income restricted community for seniors age 62 and older; adults 62 and older |
| Visiting and contact details | Located at 494 St. Clair Avenue on the Near East Side of Columbus; National Church Residences 800-388-2151, TTY 711 |
| Website | https://www.nationalchurchresidences.org/blog/national-church-residences-expands-on-the-near-east-side-with-the-scarborough/ |
Who pays for independent living?
What this care costs, and who pays — Medicare, Medicaid, or the family — is covered in these guides:
- How to Pay for Independent Living: Rent, Income, and Rental Help
- What Senior Apartments Cost: Rent, Fees, and What the Monthly Payment Covers
Independent living guide · Paying for care
Common questions about The Scarborough
Where is The Scarborough located?
The Scarborough is at 494 Saint Clair Ave, Columbus, OH 43203.
How much does independent living cost?
There is no single price for independent living. Rent is set by each community and varies a lot by city. The cost survey this site uses does not publish a national median for independent living, so we do not print one. Medicare does not pay for it, so families pay the rent out of pocket. See our guide to independent living costs and who pays for the full picture.
Does Medicare pay for independent living?
No. Medicare does not pay rent or housing costs. It pays for your medical care while you live there, like doctor visits, hospital care, and home health visits. The housing itself is paid out of pocket.
What is the difference between independent living and assisted living?
Independent living is housing for older adults who can live on their own. It gives a private home, meals in some places, and social activities. It does not include help with daily tasks. Assisted living adds that help. Staff help with bathing, dressing, and medicine, and staff are on hand day and night.
Who else pays for independent living besides Medicare?
Families pay the rent out of pocket. No insurance pays for independent living rent. Low-income senior apartments funded by HUD keep rent lower for people who qualify. Some veterans put VA pension payments toward the rent.