Highland Springs

Highland Springs

Highland Springs is a continuing care retirement community (CCRC) located in Dallas, Texas.The cost of the CCRC at Highland Springs starts at $2,050 and can range as high as $6,963 per month. The average monthly cost is $4,506.There may be some additional services that could increase the cost of care, depending on the services that you may need. When you visit the community, please check to see if pets are allowed to live in the community with you.

There are 78 hospitals within 25 miles of Highland Springs. The two closest hospitals are Reliant Rehabilitation Hospital North Texas which is 0.5 miles away and Medical Center Of Plano which is 1.8 miles away.

At Elderlife Financial, we believe understanding the financial side of senior living is just as important as understanding the care and lifestyle experience. Families want to know not only what a community costs, but whether residents feel they receive value in return.

This is our independent financial review of Highland Springs. We are not affiliated with Highland Springs and do not receive compensation from them. This review is based on public information, community disclosures, and real family reviews both positive and negative.

Based on resident and family feedback, Highland Springs appears to deliver strong perceived value for many residents who are comfortable with the community's entrance-fee model and have the financial resources to meet its requirements. Long-term residents frequently describe the move as one of the best decisions they have made, citing a wide range of amenities, extensive social opportunities, responsive management, dining services, maintenance-free living, and a strong sense of community.

Several reviews suggest that residents feel the community helps eliminate many traditional homeownership expenses and responsibilities, including cooking, maintenance, and other household burdens. Families and residents also highlighted the community's responsiveness during challenging periods such as the pandemic and severe weather events, which contributed to the perception that residents were receiving meaningful value from their investment.

At the same time, the financial structure of Highland Springs was one of the most frequently discussed topics in family reviews. Multiple reviewers referenced the substantial entrance fees required to move into the community, with reports of fees ranging from roughly $190,000 for some smaller residences to more than $500,000 for certain larger apartments. One family also reported that prospective residents may need to demonstrate significant additional assets beyond the entrance fee itself as part of the approval process. Concerns were also raised regarding the resale process when residents leave the community, with one family expressing frustration about delays in the unit being resold and the impact that had on settling a loved one's estate.

What Families Felt Provided the Most Value.

• A maintenance-free lifestyle that removed responsibilities such as cooking, home upkeep, and other ongoing household obligations.
• Extensive amenities, social activities, resident-run programs, and opportunities to build friendships and remain engaged.
• Responsive leadership, strong staff support, and a community environment that residents felt provided security and stability during difficult situations.

Potential Financial Considerations.

• Entrance fees were described as substantial, with reviewers reporting buy-in costs ranging from hundreds of thousands of dollars depending on apartment size.
• Some families reported additional financial qualification requirements beyond the entrance fee, including maintaining significant assets after move-in.
• Concerns were raised about the timing of unit resale after a resident leaves, which could affect when funds tied to the residence are returned.

Who This Community May Be Worth the Cost For.

• Seniors seeking a highly social retirement community with extensive activities, services, and opportunities for engagement.
• Individuals who value reducing homeownership responsibilities and are willing to pay a significant upfront cost for convenience and lifestyle benefits.
• Families with sufficient financial resources to comfortably meet the entrance-fee requirements and who are looking for a long-term community-focused living environment.

Overall Financial Impression

Based on the reviews provided, Highland Springs appears to offer strong lifestyle value for residents who can comfortably afford its financial model. Many residents described the community as exceeding expectations and improving their quality of life. However, families should carefully evaluate the substantial upfront investment, asset requirements, and the mechanics of the unit resale process, as these were the most commonly cited financial concerns. For financially qualified seniors seeking an active, service-rich retirement environment, many reviewers felt the benefits justified the cost.

Detailed Amenity information is available at Highland Springs