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City View Towers Senior Apartments

256 S Camilla St

4.1(116 ratings)

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Quick Facts

Housing type
Largest Section-8 senior community in Tennessee
Eligibility
Income-based, residents must be 62 or older
Move-in wait
Roughly a 6-month waitlist to move in
Support services
On-site service coordinator connects residents to social programs
Unit options
Only studio and one-bedroom floor plans available

What Families Think

Families and residents describe City View Towers as an affordable, HUD-subsidized high-rise for seniors 62 and older in downtown Memphis, with many reviewers singling out leasing staff for going above and beyond during move-in. Ratings are mostly positive, though a number of reviewers flag maintenance and security inconsistencies, including elevator outages and a bed bug report.

The Good

  • Leasing staff repeatedly praised for going above and beyond
  • 24-hour security noted by multiple reviewers as reassuring
  • Building described as clean, quiet, and well kept
  • On-site social activities and senior-focused programming
  • Controlled building access for resident safety

The Bad

  • Multiple reports of elevators being out of service
  • One report of a bed bug problem
  • Several mentions of inconsistent or rude security/front-desk staff
  • One reviewer noted noise and lack of respect for personal space from neighbors

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About City View Towers Senior Apartments

City View Towers are twin high-rise apartments overlooking downtown Memphis, TN. City View is the largest Section-8 community in Tennessee and the one of the best for seniors over the age of 62 to call home. The property has an Elderly designation with HUD, and we pride ourselves on our ability to provide seniors with an affordable, safe, and comfortable living environment in the Memphis area.

We have two floor plans at City View; take your choice of one of our spacious studio, or one-bedroom homes. Most units come with a private balcony for residents to sit out and enjoy the view of downtown and the Mississippi River. Residents will also enjoy socializing with one another in our large community room, or taking advantage of our on-site barber shop and sundry store. We offer covered, off-street parking and controlled building access for the comfort and safety of our residents.

City View offers all its residents excellent accommodations, a professional on site staff, 24-hour emergency maintenance response and a great place to call home.

ABOUT US

Silver Tree Residential, LLC (STR) was formed under the vision of James Carmichael as the exclusive means to achieve the quality standards he strives for in each of his senior and family housing communities. STR is the sole management company for the communities owned by Mr. Carmichael as well as those owned by Housing Preservation, Inc. By capitalizing on a network of hundreds of employees across the country, STR provides exceptional property management services for 59 communities; totaling 8,496 apartments homes for over 9,500 seniors and families.

To provide the highest level of service, we are headquartered in Memphis, TN, centrally located to many of our communities. We manage both senior and family communities designated with Project Based Section 8 Rental Assistance. Our management team is experienced in handling the complexities of the ever-changing arena of HUD compliance and regulations.

WHY STR

Our primary goal is to provide the best quality housing possible to our residents with safe, quiet, and amenity filled communities. Our exhaustive resident screening process is important to making each property successful, by aiming to improve the quality of our residents' living environment. Furthermore, we have been successful in achieving extremely high REAC and MOR scores in all of our communities. It is through this firm commitment to excellence, that we at STR demonstrate a resounding record of success with our ever-growing portfolio of housing communities.

About Us

The Acquisitions team at Silver Tree Residential is highly experienced and focused on the successful preservation goal of our organization.   Our track record in successful transactions and post-closing rehabilitations is geared toward minimal disruption to existing residents and current staff.   The goal is to always ensure long-term affordability for current and future residents for many years to come.

PRESERVATION SALES

•    ensure housing remains affordable for existing and future residents
•    positively impact the residents
•    recapitalize the community and perform physical upgrades as needed
•    create equity for existing non-profit owner groups

STR IS ABLE TO

•    Provide guarantees and certainty to ensure affordability is maintained
•    Structure preservation transactions that are economically competitive
•    Provide references from previous sellers
•    Provide references regarding our financial capacity and abilities to perform
•    Provide MOR and REAC scores for all assets we own  

OUR MISSION

Silver Tree Residential (STR) is an industry leader, focused on the long-term preservation of affordable housing communities.  Our portfolio consists of communities from a variety of HUD programs, from Section 202 Supportive Housing for the Elderly, to Section 236, M2M, PRAC, HUD-insured loans, and Project Based Section 8 Rental Assistance.

Our mission throughout the growth of our organization has been to focus on the retention of affordability and continued participation in the HUD program of public funded affordable housing.  The STR team are experts in the acquisition, development, rehabilitation and management of affordable housing communities.

The staff at STR are committed to development and rehabilitation methods that offer the least disruption possible to our residents.  All the while maximizing the most benefit to the community so that our buildings can remain affordable for future generations.

NATIONAL BUYER

STR is centrally located in the US, and we own and operate properties nationwide.  Our central location means we are never far from our residents and have strong working relationships with staff at all HUD Multi-family HUBS, as well as in Washington DC.        

STR embraces the concept of Aging in Place.  This concept ensures we not only provide housing, but also services that help our senior residents manage their life and needs. Our community-based resident Service Coordinators help ensure our seniors participate and receive the support of any and all social programs available to them.

Types of Care

Assisted LivingAt-Home CareHome Health and HospiceIndependent LivingSkilled Nursing / Long Term Care

Amenities

Room Amenities

  • Multiple Floor Plans
  • Private Rooms

Community Amenities

  • 24-Hour Staff
  • Gathering / Activity Spaces
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry Service
  • On-Site Medical Staff
  • Salon / Barber
  • Transportation Services
  • Walking Paths

Activities

  • Social Activities (Happy Hour, Wine Tasting, Dances, Karaoke)

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Reviews

4.1overall · 116 ratings combined

4.1★ on Google (116)

TEPS PRODUCTIONS “EMILY PEARLS”

Jul 2026

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My house burned down on April 21st of this year. I lost everything including my di 'Precious'. I needed somewhere to live that I could afford. I'd never had to rent since I was in my 30's. Ms. Natonya of the Leasing Department at City View Towers met with me. She was empathetic, and I could feel that she really cared. She secured me an apartment there. It's a safe, secure, and beautiful place for Seniors. While I'm still emotionally adjusting, the staff here has gone above and beyond to help me feel comfortable and help me begin to accept this as my new home 🏠. I cannot thank them enough. This place is a Blessing for me. I'm grateful.

Joyce Rush

May 2026

via Google

I Just want to say that I had the most amazing experience with Ms Natonya in helping me find an apartment. The courtesy was so welcoming and I look forward to living in my new apartment.

Sharon Wright

May 2026

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The world's WORST apartment complex. If you want to be treated like dirt come here and they will oblige. The leasing agent is a liar. She told me she sent me a letter but she did not. She told me she called me but she did not.<br>UPDATE: Their reply is nothing but another lie. Do they not realize that all phones come equipped with caller ID? There is NO phone call from City Towers in my caller ID. There is NO letter in my mailbox. They had to cook up some bogus reason why I don't qualify for their apartment and this is what they came up with. Please do not believe their lies.

Kimberly Milem

Feb 2026

via Google

This experience finding my Aunt an affordable apartment has been absolutely amazing. Ms Natonya Macklin walked me through the entire process and she genuinely cares about the seniors. It’s so refreshing to find someone that does what they love, and loves what they do! I really don’t have the words to thank Ms Macklin enough. It feels wonderful to know my Aunt is residing in a community that truly cares about their senior residents. I highly recommend!!!!!

charlie hall

Dec 2025

via Google

I volunteered to assist with packing Xmas gifts for the senior residents.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What types of care does City View Towers Senior Apartments offer?

City View Towers Senior Apartments offers Assisted Living, At-Home Care, Independent Living and Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care.

Where is City View Towers Senior Apartments located?

City View Towers Senior Apartments is located at 256 S Camilla St in Memphis, Tennessee.

What do families say about City View Towers Senior Apartments?

Families and residents describe City View Towers as an affordable, HUD-subsidized high-rise for seniors 62 and older in downtown Memphis, with many reviewers singling out leasing staff for going above and beyond during move-in. Ratings are mostly positive, though a number of reviewers flag maintenance and security inconsistencies, including elevator outages and a bed bug report.

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