The Ferns
About
The Ferns Lifestyle Village, located in the scenic area of Salisbury East, offers a vibrant community living experience. This unique development, situated on the historic site of the former Salisbury University, boasts 158 beautifully designed homes. All residences are conveniently located within a short walk from the estate's centerpiece, the multi-purpose Community Centre, enhancing the overall lifestyle for its residents. Ideal for those seeking a blend of modern living and community spirit, The Ferns Lifestyle Village is a prime choice for homebuyers in Salisbury East.
The facts
- Accommodation type
- Over-55 land-lease community
- Development status
- Existing
- Address
- 20 Smith Rd, Salisbury East SA 5109
- Year built
- Operator to confirm
- Bedrooms
- Operator to confirm
- Pet policy
- Operator to confirm
Location
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Frequently asked questions
Where is The Ferns located?
The Ferns is located at 20 Smith Rd, Salisbury East SA 5109, Australia.What type of community is The Ferns?
The Ferns is a land-lease (over-55s) community in Salisbury East, SA. In a land-lease community, residents own the home but rent the land beneath it from the operator. There is no deferred management fee — residents pay a weekly site fee instead, and most are eligible for Commonwealth Rent Assistance toward that fee. When leaving, residents keep the proceeds from selling their home.Is The Ferns pet-friendly?
Pet acceptance isn't listed as an advertised feature for The Ferns. Many over-55s communities do allow pets under their by-laws — contact The Ferns directly to confirm whether pets are permitted and any conditions that apply.What other retirement villages are near The Ferns?
The Ferns is in Salisbury East, SA. To compare against other options in the area, browse all over-55s villages in Salisbury East at /suburb/sa/salisbury-east-5109, or explore the full South Australia map at /map?state=SA.How do I contact The Ferns?
You can reach The Ferns via the following channels: Phone: (08) 8125 4100. Website: https://www.lifestylesa.com.au/retirement-villages/salisbury-east. You can also send an enquiry through this listing page and the village will be notified directly.Who runs The Ferns, and is the information on this page verified?
The Ferns has not yet been claimed by its operator on over55s.au. The current listing is built from publicly available information. If you own or manage The Ferns, you can claim this listing for free at /operator/claim?listing=ddaa20c6-3231-4898-b0d2-680e73e3a1f6 to update details, respond to enquiries, and add photos, pricing and resident-facing FAQs.
Run The Ferns? Claim this listing for free to write your own answers and add pricing, photos and contact details.
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