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Avista Senior Living, Historic Downtown Mesa

248 North MacDonald, Mesa, AZ 85201Up to 91 residents

Avista Senior Living Historic Downtown Mesa is a locally owned assisted living center in Mesa's 85201 ZIP, offering 91 apartments steps from the Mesa Active Adult Center.

✔ALTCS Accepted✔Locally Owned and Operated✔24/7 Caregiver Availability✔Wheelchair Accessible

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Community Overview

About Avista Senior Living, Historic Downtown Mesa

Avista Senior Living Historic Downtown Mesa is a locally owned assisted living center at 248 North MacDonald in Mesa's 85201 ZIP. Licensed under AL8507C, this 91-apartment community sits directly across from the Mesa Active Adult Center, within walking distance of Main Street museums, shops, and cafes.

Caregivers are on site around the clock to assist with bathing, dressing, medication management, and other daily needs. Individualized care plans are evaluated by a medical team. The community accepts ALTCS, Arizona's Medicaid long-term care program, and offers respite care stays.

Residents live in studio, one-bedroom, or two-bedroom apartments. Three daily meals are served in a communal dining room. Amenities include a beauty salon, library, and outdoor patio. Scheduled transportation serves medical appointments and outings.

Last Verified: May 17, 2026

Pet-friendly

Transportation available

On-Site Care

Care & Services Offered

Assisted Living

Ask which daily activities staff can help with and how individual care needs are assessed.

Independent Living

Maintenance-free living for active seniors who want community amenities without personal care services.

Respite Care

Short-term relief care for family caregivers, available on a temporary or scheduled basis.

Key Differentiators

What Makes This Community Different

ALTCS Accepted

Locally Owned and Operated

24/7 Caregiver Availability

Wheelchair Accessible

Pet Friendly

Respite Care Available

Complimentary Transportation

Who This Is Best For

Seniors seeking assisted living or independent living in a walkable Historic Downtown Mesa location who value a small, locally managed community with ALTCS Medicaid acceptance and pet-friendly accommodations.

Apartments & Pricing

Room Types & Floor Plans

Room types listed for Avista Senior Living, Historic Downtown Mesa include one-bedroom apartment, two-bedroom apartment, and studio across senior living.

Average Monthly Cost by Care Type

Individual pricing varies by room selection, care level, and services included.

One-Bedroom Apartment· private

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Private one-bedroom layout with kitchenette option; ground floor and handicap-accessible units available.

Two-Bedroom Apartment· private

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Larger two-bedroom layout suitable for couples or residents wanting additional living space; kitchen appliances available in select units.

Studio· private

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Compact studio apartment within the 92-unit community; specific availability subject to confirmation with the operator.

Best for: Individuals looking for a simple, low-maintenance living space

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On-Site Services

Care & Support Details

Services provided on-site to support residents' daily care needs.

Assistance with Activities of Daily Living

Medication Management

Bathing and Dressing Assistance

Incontinence Care

Diabetic Care

Ambulatory Care

Housekeeping Services

24-Hour Caregiver Availability

Staff & Support

Staffing & Care

Support from nursing staff and care team members available within the community.

Executive Director Stacy Zimmerman on-site

24/7 caregiver staffing

Activities Director coordinates full events calendar

Dedicated Plant Operations Director

Dining Experience

Dining & Meals

Three daily chef-prepared meals are served in a communal dining room with family-style holiday meals; menus are designed for senior nutrition and accommodate specific dietary needs.

Three Daily Meals

Chef-Prepared Menus

Dietary Accommodations

Family-Style Holiday Dining

Guest Dining Available

Community Amenities

Amenities & Features

On-site amenities that support daily lifestyle, comfort, and social well-being.

Wellness & Lifestyle

Beauty SalonLibraryTV Lounge

Outdoor Spaces

Outdoor Patio and Walking Paths

Convenience & Support

Onsite Laundry FacilitiesArts and Crafts CenterWi-Fi / High-Speed InternetCable or Satellite TVCovered ParkingIndividual Climate Control

Community Life

Lifestyle & Activities

Residents at Avista Historic Downtown Mesa enjoy a walkable urban setting with access to cultural venues, a locally managed staff that knows each resident by name, and a full calendar of social events and off-site excursions in the heart of Mesa's historic district. Families should ask for the current monthly activity calendar during a tour.

Social

Ice Cream Parties and Social Gatherings
Volunteering Opportunities

Creative

Singing and Dancing with Live Entertainers
Art Exhibits and Craft Projects

Outings

Field Trips to Museums and Restaurants
Movie Nights
Holiday and Birthday Celebrations

Before You Decide

Things to Consider

Pricing is not published online; request a current quote directly from the operator
Memory care is not listed as an offered care type at this location
Urban downtown setting near Main Street means more street activity than suburban campus communities
Room sizes not listed publicly; confirm square footage during a tour

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Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Listed room types include: One-Bedroom Apartment, Two-Bedroom Apartment, Studio. Confirm room features, layouts and current availability directly with the provider.

Banner Desert Medical Center is listed at an estimated straight-line distance of 3.1 miles. This is geographic information, not a recommendation or statement about available services. Confirm emergency routing and current services directly; call 911 for an immediate emergency.

Three daily chef-prepared meals are served in a communal dining room with family-style holiday meals; menus are designed for senior nutrition and accommodate specific dietary needs. Programming includes activities such as Singing and Dancing with Live Entertainers, Ice Cream Parties and Social Gatherings, Movie Nights.

SeniorVue helps coordinate tours at no cost to families. We can confirm current availability, answer questions before your visit, and help you compare this community with other options in Mesa. A local advisor is available to support you through the process.

SeniorVue Advisor Insight

Avista Historic Downtown Mesa suits families seeking ALTCS-contracted assisted living in western Mesa (85201) with local ownership. The walkable downtown setting near Main Street stands out. Pricing is not online; contact the community. Memory care is not offered here.

Location & Neighborhood

Situated in ZIP 85201, the Historic Downtown Mesa neighborhood places residents near Main Street and Country Club Drive, steps from the Arizona Museum of Natural History and Mesa Convention Center.

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Facility Details

Facility Type: Assisted Living Center
Licensed Capacity: 91 residents
License Number: AL8507C
County: Maricopa County

License Effective: July 1, 2025
License Information: License information should be verified directly with ADHS or the community before move-in.

Data last verified May 2026 · Source: Arizona DHS residential facility license records; operator official website; Arizona Health Care Association facility directory; Maricopa County public records; Downtown Mesa business directory; AHCCCS ALTCS provider information; AZ healthcare facility databases

Deep Research refresh conducted May 2026; license AL8507C confirmed active through June 2026, ALTCS acceptance verified from operator website, and facility details cross-referenced against AZ Health Care Association directory and official operator pages.

Nearby Primary Acute-Care Hospitals

Banner Desert Medical Center~3.1 mi est.
HONORHEALTH TEMPE MEDICAL CENTER~6.1 mi est.
Arizona Spine And Joint Hospital~6.4 mi est.
Honorhealth Scottsdale Osborn Medical Center~6.9 mi est.

Straight-line estimates from verified ADHS coordinates. This is not a recommendation; confirm current services and emergency routing directly.

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