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The Watermark At The Pearl

1540 North West 13th Avenue, Portland, OR 97209
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Last updated Jan 24, 2026

For residents and staff
(503) 303-1220
For pricing and availability
(503) 966-3856

Care at The Watermark At The Pearl

Care services

  • Mild cognitive impairment
  • Medication management
  • Dementia care

Pricing for The Watermark At The Pearl

Pricing starts from
$5,395/mo

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About The Watermark At The Pearl

The Watermark At The Pearl is an Assisted Living community in the Portland area that also offers Memory Care and Independent Living care. Costs for this community start at $5,395/mo, which is higher than the cost of care in the Portland area of $4,975/mo.

The Watermark at the Pearl is an esteemed senior living community nestled in the vibrant Pearl District, offering a holistic approach to senior care and well-being. This community is renowned for its emphasis on personalized care and medical services, ensuring that residents receive the support and attention they deserve. With a dedicated team of caregivers, including specially trained Nayas, The Watermark provides an environment where residents can thrive with dignity and respect. The Prema Memory Support℠ program is particularly noteworthy, utilizing cutting-edge techniques and a compassionate approach to support individuals with memory-related challenges.

The community is surrounded by a rich tapestry of neighborhood amenities that enhance the living experience. Residents have convenient access to a variety of local physicians, ensuring that healthcare needs are met promptly and efficiently. The proximity to cozy cafes and well-stocked pharmacies adds to the convenience, allowing for leisurely outings and easy access to daily necessities. The Pearl District itself is known for its lively atmosphere, with lush parks offering a serene escape for residents to enjoy leisurely walks or quiet reflection.

Reviews from residents and their families speak volumes about the exceptional quality of life at The Watermark at the Pearl. Testimonials highlight the caring and attentive staff, the thoughtfully curated amenities, and the vibrant community life that fosters connections and friendships. Residents often express a sense of belonging and contentment, knowing they are part of a community that values their individuality and well-being.

In summary, The Watermark at the Pearl stands as a beacon of compassionate care and vibrant living, providing an enriching environment where seniors can enjoy a fulfilling life amidst the charm and convenience of the Pearl District.


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About Watermark Retirement

Average Rating
3.7
(26 reviews)

The Watermark At The Pearl is a member of the Watermark Retirement Communities portfolio. Established in 1985, Watermark Retirement Communities has over 41 years of experience and is dedicated to creating extraordinary communities where seniors thrive. CEO David Barnes has been focused on ensuring consistently great experiences for residents since he joined the company in 1988. Watermark focuses on providing a fulfilling lifestyle with choice, fine amenities, integrative wellness, and innovative programs. The award-winning Watermark University offers engaging classes, while the nonprofit Watermark for Kids serves the community by helping underserved youth. Recognized as a top workplace by the Great Place to Work Institute and ranked 9th by the American Seniors Housing Association, Watermark is known for service, innovation, integrity, and financial stability, managing retirement communities nationwide from its Tucson, Arizona base Watermark Retirement Communities have an average rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars on Seniorly.

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Amenities at The Watermark At The Pearl

Room amenities

  • Private bathroom
  • Wi-Fi / high-speed internet
  • Kitchenette

Community amenities

  • Day trips
  • Movie nights
  • Outdoor programs

Community services

  • Housekeeping
  • Move-in coordination
  • Laundry service / dry cleaning

Dining services

  • Dining room
  • Meal preparation and service
  • Restaurant-style dining

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Reviews of The Watermark At The Pearl

9.7
Seniorly Community Score
Based on Seniorly's proprietary scoring, including 58 reviews across the web.

What families are saying

We’ve gathered and summarized real family reviews from across the internet for you. Contact a Seniorly representative for details.
The Watermark at the Pearl in Portland receives a mix of reviews, with many praising its beautiful facility, friendly staff, and excellent amenities. Residents and visitors frequently highlight the community's welcoming atmosphere, luxurious design, and convenient location in the Pearl District. The staff, including individuals like Anne Whitlock and Erin, are often commended for their professionalism, warmth, and dedication to residents' needs. Many reviews mention the high-quality dining options, engaging activities, and the sense of community fostered among residents. However, some reviews point out significant concerns, particularly regarding management and operations. Issues such as late-night pressure washing, loud generator tests, and medication administration problems are noted. There are also serious complaints about the memory care unit, including inadequate staffing, high turnover, and safety concerns related to resident interactions. These negative experiences highlight a need for improved communication and consistency in care. Overall, while The Watermark at the Pearl is praised for its aesthetics and community spirit, there are areas, particularly in management and specialized care, that require attention to ensure a consistently positive experience for all residents.
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Overall rating
craig b
April 2025
Our family member is living at the Gardens, the Memory Care unit of the Watermark at the Pearl. Our experience has been very mixed. Pros: New building, great location, beautiful restaurant and valet parking. Cons: Opened in 2024 and this unit has already been through three memory care directors, showing a real fracture in leadership. Communication between leadership, staff and the families is poor at every level. There is a lack of transparency regarding the care of your loved one and whether the service plans are being followed by staff. Many of the direct care staff go above and beyond to care for residents but are motivated intrinsically, not lead by leadership. Food is mediocre, little engagement activity offered, housekeeping and laundry are disorganized. High staff turnover and not staffed for resident needs. Bored residents cause problematic behaviors. Management does not respond to concerns brought up from family. Our loved ones deserve a lot better!
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K L
April 2025
I’d give zero stars for the memory care unit if I could. the building itself is lovely but the “care” provided is completely disorganized to the point of being non existent. costs go up constantly with no visible additional care being provided. There is no consistent leadership so there is constant staff turnover as they are untrained and underpaid, while watermark corporate racks in 10k+ a month from your loved one. All they care about is money. It’s criminal.
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Michael B
December 2024
I was paying over $16K a month for my wife’s memory care here. It was advertised as a luxury senior living community. At three times the Oregon state average, I expected to have the finest care for my bedbound, helpless and all too soon to die wife of over 50 years. That was not the case. The care was totally unacceptable and at times truly reprehensible. My wife lost 15 pounds in her last three weeks of life here. It was because she was seldom fed unless I was there to feed her. Never once did a caregiver approach our table and remind me that it was their job; not mine. Mostly, the young caregivers seemed wholly untrained and genuinely frightened of my wife who was nearing death. The one nurse with which I had any contact seemed to be in training rather than be in charge. When I showed one of the managers medical wastes left on my wife’s pillow, she without consulting the nurse, quickly refuted my facts and denied that was the nurse’s actions. The two floor managers refused to list
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Seniorly Neighborhood Insights

What you need to know for Portland, OR (97209)

Total population: 15,583

36% of population is 50+ years old, 15% is 65+ years old
The poverty rate is 4% higher for this region compared to the Oregon state average, which is 12%

Diversity

5% of population identify themselves as Black, 6% as Asian, 9% as Hispanic, and 82% as White

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