Tom F
Dec 2025
My favorite place in Des Moines
2909 Woodland Avenue
4.5(55 ratings)
1 / 5Most reviewers describe Scottish Rite Park as an elegant, well-maintained community with attentive, caring staff, and several families with long-term residents praise the care center highly. A few reviewers report serious concerns about slow response to call lights, hygiene issues, rude staff, and inexperienced nursing leadership.
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Scottish Rite Park is a senior living community located at 2909 Woodland Avenue in Des Moines, Iowa, near the Ingersoll corridor that leads into downtown Des Moines. Its setting on one of the highest topographical points in the city offers panoramic views that include Terrace Hill, Drake University, the State Capitol, and the downtown skyline.
Residents describe moving away from the upkeep of a traditional home, noting an end to snow shoveling, lawn mowing, and general home maintenance once they settle into the community.
The community offers on-site amenities including an indoor walking track and a fitness center. Residents can also get involved in community life through options like an Entertainment Committee and other resident groups.
Apartments at Scottish Rite Park can be customized to residents' preferences. The community's location places residents within walking distance of a grocery store and the many restaurants along Ingersoll, as well as close to the cultural, culinary, retail, and entertainment destinations of the surrounding corridor.
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Tom F
Dec 2025
My favorite place in Des Moines
Buz Galbraith
Dec 2025
Simply elegant senior living
David Abram
Dec 2025
My father lived at Scottish Rite Park 25 of his hundred years and the staff is fantastic. My wife and I have lived here 15 years among the finest staff and neighbors.
Amy Lenning
Oct 2025
Beautiful place and friendly people!
Julie Poulsen
Jul 2025
A wonderful place!
Scottish Rite Park offers Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care.
Scottish Rite Park is located at 2909 Woodland Avenue in Des Moines, Iowa.
Most reviewers describe Scottish Rite Park as an elegant, well-maintained community with attentive, caring staff, and several families with long-term residents praise the care center highly. A few reviewers report serious concerns about slow response to call lights, hygiene issues, rude staff, and inexperienced nursing leadership.
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