Brookdale Tamarac Square
8030 East Girard Avenue, Denver, CO 80231
Brookdale Tamarac Square is an independent living community in southeast Denver, CO, for active seniors, with an outdoor pool, fitness center, and a full activity calendar.
- Independent Living
- Pet-Friendly
- Active Seniors
- Southeast Denver
Why Families Choose Brookdale Tamarac Square
- Independent living focused on active, maintenance-free senior life
- Outdoor pool, fitness center, billiards, and a greenhouse
- More than twenty one- and two-bedroom floor plans
- Single monthly rate; housekeeping, maintenance, and transportation included
- Optional Brookdale At Home services without a move
- Hampden-corridor location near Bible Park, with I-25 and I-225 close
About Brookdale Tamarac Square
Brookdale Tamarac Square is an independent living community at 8030 East Girard Avenue in southeast Denver, built for active older adults who want a maintenance-free lifestyle with company and amenities close at hand. Operated by Brookdale Senior Living, it focuses entirely on independent living, so residents trade home upkeep for a full calendar and a ready-made neighborhood of peers. Apartments come in one- and two-bedroom layouts across more than twenty floor plans, each with the comforts of home minus the chores.
Housekeeping, maintenance, and scheduled transportation are handled, and a single monthly rate keeps budgeting simple. For residents who later want a little help, Brookdale's optional At Home services can be arranged privately without a move. The amenities lean toward staying active: an outdoor pool, a fitness center, a library, a movie theater, and a game room with billiards, plus a greenhouse for residents who like to garden.
A private dining room handles family celebrations, and a concierge, guest suites, and a business center round out the conveniences. Days fill with social events, classes, and group outings, with a 24-hour staff and emergency alert system for peace of mind. Because the community is independent living, not assisted living, it suits seniors who are largely self-sufficient and want lifestyle, social connection, and freedom from house maintenance, not hands-on personal care.
It is private pay, and the monthly rate starts around $3,100 for entry floor plans, with a senior advisor able to confirm the current figure, and pets are welcome. The location is convenient in the Hampden corridor of southeast Denver. The community sits near the former Tamarac Square site, with Bible Park, the Madden Museum of Art, and Landmark theaters close by, and easy access to both Interstate 25 and Interstate 225 a few minutes out.
For medical care, Rose Medical Center and AdventHealth Porter are each a short drive, and The Medical Center of Aurora is reachable along Interstate 225. As a Brookdale Senior Living community, Brookdale Tamarac Square pairs a recognized national operator with a recreation-rich, independent-living setting in a well-connected part of southeast Denver, a strong fit for active seniors who want their days full and their upkeep handled.
Environment
An independent living community in the Hampden corridor of southeast Denver, near the former Tamarac Square. Active-lifestyle amenities include an outdoor pool, a fitness center, a library, a movie theater, a billiards room, and a greenhouse, with a private dining room and landscaped grounds.
Services
The community focuses on independent living: housekeeping, maintenance, scheduled transportation, and a single monthly rate, with a 24-hour staff and emergency alert system on hand. Residents who later want help can arrange Brookdale's optional At Home services privately, without relocating.
Resident Experience
Days run on a full social calendar of classes, events, and group outings, with an outdoor pool, billiards, a greenhouse, and a movie theater for downtime. A concierge, guest suites, and a business center keep daily life and visits easy.
Rates and availability current as of 2026. Contact Makayla Dubiel for the latest figures.
Makayla Dubiel
Local Senior Advisor, Colorado
Advisor Insight on
Brookdale Tamarac Square
For an active senior who mainly wants to drop home maintenance and gain a built-in community, Brookdale Tamarac Square offers a recreation-rich independent living setting at one of the more approachable entry prices in southeast Denver. It is not the right pick for someone who needs daily hands-on care.
- Best for:
- Active, largely independent seniors who want a maintenance-free lifestyle and a built-in social community.
- Consider if:
- This is independent living, not assisted living, so it does not provide hands-on personal care or memory care on site.
- Ask on tour:
- Ask which floor plans are open, what the monthly rate includes, and how At Home services work if more help is needed later.
- Comparison:
- Many Denver communities mix care levels; Brookdale Tamarac Square is purely independent living, aimed at active seniors who do not need daily care.
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Amenities & Services
Review Highlights
Families consistently describe caring, friendly, attentive staff and a welcoming community, with longtime independent residents saying their day-to-day needs are well met.
What People Like
- Caring, friendly, attentive staff
- Welcoming community feel
- Independent living needs well met
- Helpful, cheerful team
- Full activity calendar
Things to consider
- Independent living only, without hands-on personal care
Reviews from Google
I highly recommend this senior housing community! The staff are incredibly caring, friendly, and attentive. A special thank you to Karen S, who always goes above and beyond to make everyone feel welcome and cared for. The food is great, and there are so many wonderful social…
Brookdale Tamarac has been Amazing !! The Director Virginia has been so Wonderful!! My mother loved Brookdale and was so happy to be there. My mother loved the great meals that were provided and enjoyed eating with the Beautiful Ladies she met there. Unfortunately she was only…
I have been a resident at Brookdale - Tamarac Square for the past 18 months. My needs for independent living have been full-filled very well. This is the result of the Executive Director "Ms. Virginia Trujillo's" hands-on approach, professionalism and confidentiality in…
I honestly felt like this establishment might not fit into my lifestyle until I moved here. I have been racially harassed. I have become the subject of derision by some residents. The management is not forthright about your billing and has overcharged me every month I have lived…
We moved my 80 year old dad to Brookdale Tamarac a month ago. We have been so impressed with the staff. Everyone is so helpful, cheerful and welcoming. My Dad felt very welcome with the residents too. They immediately took him under their wing to show him around. People are…
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Compare Brookdale Tamarac Square with Nearby Communities
Use this comparison to evaluate pricing, care availability, and key differences between similar communities in Denver, CO.
| Compared | Brookdale Tamarac SquareDenver, CO 4.6 (45) | Apex Assisted LivingDenver, CO· 0.6 mi No Google rating yet | HighPointe Assisted Living and Memory CareDenver, CO· 1.0 mi 3.8 (28) |
|---|---|---|---|
Starting price | $3051/mo | $3700/mo | $3220/mo |
Care types | Independent Living | Assisted Living | Assisted Living, Memory Care |
Total beds | 170 | 8 | 94 |
Medicaid | Not accepted | Accepted | Not accepted |
Pet friendly | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Housing type | Community | Residential | Community |
| View this community | View this community |
Brookdale Tamarac Square
Denver, CO
- Starting price
- $3051/mo
- Care types
- Independent Living
- Total beds
- 170
- Medicaid
- Not accepted
- Pet friendly
- Yes
- Housing type
- Community
Apex Assisted Living
Denver, CO· 0.6 mi
- Starting price
- $3700/mo
- Care types
- Assisted Living
- Total beds
- 8
- Medicaid
- Accepted
- Pet friendly
- Yes
- Housing type
- Residential
HighPointe Assisted Living and Memory Care
Denver, CO· 1.0 mi
- Starting price
- $3220/mo
- Care types
- Assisted Living, Memory Care
- Total beds
- 94
- Medicaid
- Not accepted
- Pet friendly
- Yes
- Housing type
- Community
Location
8030 East Girard Avenue, Denver, CO 80231
Get DirectionsNearby Essentials
- Hospital:Rose Medical Center and AdventHealth Porter are each a short drive, and The Medical Center of Aurora is reachable along Interstate 225.
- Dining:Restaurants and shops line the Hampden Avenue corridor, with the former Tamarac Square area and Landmark theaters close by.
- Shopping:Everyday shopping sits along Hampden Avenue and Tamarac Drive, a few minutes from the community.
The Hampden and Tamarac area of southeast Denver, near Bible Park and the Madden Museum, with quick access to Interstate 25 and Interstate 225.
Nearby Communities
Apex Assisted Living
Denver, CO
Starting at $3700/mo
HighPointe Assisted Living and Memory Care
Denver, CO
Starting at $3220/mo
Assured Senior Living - Carter Circle
Denver, CO
Starting at $4000/mo
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Brookdale Tamarac Square offer?
Brookdale Tamarac Square is independent living only, for active seniors who want a maintenance-free apartment, a full social calendar, and amenities on site. It does not provide assisted living or memory care, though optional At Home services can be arranged privately.
What does it cost to live at Brookdale Tamarac Square?
Independent living starts around $3,100 a month for entry floor plans and rises with apartment size, on a single monthly rate. A senior advisor can confirm the current figure and what it includes.
Where is Brookdale Tamarac Square?
At 8030 East Girard Avenue in the Hampden corridor of southeast Denver, near Bible Park, with quick access to Interstate 25 and Interstate 225. Rose Medical Center and AdventHealth Porter are each a short drive.
What apartments are available?
One- and two-bedroom apartments across more than twenty floor plans, with housekeeping, maintenance, and scheduled transportation included in the monthly rate.
What is the dining like?
Restaurant-style dining is included, with a private dining room for family celebrations and accommodations for special diets.
What is there to do?
An outdoor pool, a fitness center, billiards, a greenhouse, a movie theater, and a library, plus a full calendar of classes, social events, and group outings.
What if a resident needs more help later?
Because the building is independent living, hands-on care is not provided on site, but Brookdale's optional At Home services can be arranged privately so a resident can stay without moving.
Are pets allowed?
Yes, Brookdale Tamarac Square is pet-friendly. A senior advisor can review the current pet guidelines for your situation.
Who runs Brookdale Tamarac Square?
It is operated by Brookdale Senior Living, a national senior living operator with communities across the United States.
How do we visit?
Send your details through the form on this page and a senior advisor will reach out to set up a tour and talk through floor plans and pricing.
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