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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Sunburst Homes, AZ

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Discover unique independent living amenities, social activities, dining, and more independent living benefits. With 121 independent living facilities in Sunburst Homes, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find your new, maintenance-free home.

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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Washer/DryerDishwasherWood Style Plank FlooringMicrowaveUpgraded Counter Tops and Plumbing FixturesMonthly activities and services include:Peer SupportAid with Dial-A-Ride transportationBlood Pressure ScreeningsHealth & Wellness ClassesCommunity Potlucks and much more...Downtown...
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.

Cost of independent living in Sunburst Homes, AZ

The average cost of senior living in Sunburst Homes is $3,712 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Goodyear, AZ with an average of $2,816 per month.

Independent living costs in Sunburst Homes, AZ, vs. nearby cities

Sunburst Homes, AZ
$3,712/mo
$3,668/mo

Independent living costs in Sunburst Homes, AZ, vs. state and national averages

Sunburst Homes, AZ
$3,712/mo
$3,744/mo
U.S. national average
$4,016/mo

Independent living costs in Sunburst Homes, AZ, vs. other senior living options

$4,537/mo
Independent Living
$3,712/mo

Independent living costs in Sunburst Homes, AZ, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,909/mo
Studio
$3,611/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,444/mo
2 Bedroom
$3,787/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,820/mo

Senior living costs in Sunburst Homes vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Sunburst Homes, AZ
Column state: Arizona
Column national: U.S.
Community typeSunburst Homes, AZArizonaU.S.
Independent Living$3,712/mo$3,744/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living$3,629/mo$3,762/mo$4,557/mo
Memory Care$4,537/mo$4,493/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Sunburst Homes, AZ:$3,712/mo
Arizona:$3,744/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Sunburst Homes, AZ:$3,629/mo
Arizona:$3,762/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Memory Care
Sunburst Homes, AZ:$4,537/mo
Arizona:$4,493/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
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Independent living costs in Sunburst Homes, AZ, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Sunburst Homes and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

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Independent living cost trends in Sunburst Homes, AZ

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Sunburst Homes have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Sunburst Homes, AZ$2,082/mo$2,624/mo-20.7%
Arizona$2,813/mo$2,814/mo-0.0%
National$3,265/mo$3,169/mo+3.0%
Sunburst Homes, AZ
2024 average cost:$2,082/mo
2023 average cost:$2,624/mo
Percent change:-20.7%
Arizona
2024 average cost:$2,813/mo
2023 average cost:$2,814/mo
Percent change:-0.0%
National
2024 average cost:$3,265/mo
2023 average cost:$3,169/mo
Percent change:+3.0%
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Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What families are saying about independent living in Sunburst Homes

Recent reviews for independent living in Sunburst Homes

Robson Reserve at Sun Lakes

5.0
Their meals were outstanding! We love love love The Renaissance! Unfortunately my mother-in-law couldn't get along with her neighbor so it was her problem, not the communities, but we decided to move her out. We're still sad that it didn't work out.

Sagewood Desert Willow AL and MC in Phoenix, AZ

4.9
Everyone that we worked with at Sagewood Desert Willow was extremely friendly and engaged. We were assigned a move in coordinator who helped facilitate everything and provided the information we needed to move in. My loved one loves her housekeeper and the place is always very clean when we go ...
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Solterra Senior Living in Chandler, AZ

4.0
My loved one was only here for a short respite stay. The only thing that she really complained about is that they didn't always knock before they came in. We had arranged for a female to come and do the shower on a certain day, and a male showed up on a different day to help her. She liked the ...
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Sunburst Homes independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Sunburst Homes independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Sunburst Homes, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Sunburst Homes independent living

Independent living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Sunburst Homes partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
9.1%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
12.5%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
11.4%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
11.4%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
2.3%
8.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Sunburst Homes independent living

Our independent living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Sunburst Homes communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Sunburst Homes, AZNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
12.5%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
15.9%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
12.5%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
8%
17.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Sunburst Homes independent living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered independent living communities in Sunburst Homes offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
15.9%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
11.4%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
12.5%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
21.6%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
22.7%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
23.9%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
13.6%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
17%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
14.8%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
20.5%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
19.3%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
12.5%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
12.5%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
19.3%
47%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Casa Azure 55 Plus Apartments, LifeStream at Glendale and Westgate Village are the top-rated independent living facilities near Sunburst Homes, Arizona. See full list of communities.
There are 121 independent living facilities near Sunburst Homes, Arizona. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Sunburst Homes, Arizona are McDowell Village, Atria Chandler Villas and The Gardens of Sun City. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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