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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Port Leon, FL

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Photo of Tapestry Senior Living Lakeshore
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9.5
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Everyone has been very nice. My dad was amazed that all of the staff (even kitchen staff) knew his name. He was afraid that it would be noisy and he'd have a hard time sleeping but that has not been the...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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.
Tapestry Senior Living Lakeshore in Tallahassee is a community, made up of individual threads, all woven together with purpose and skill. As a skilled artist can tell an entire story by weaving those threads together, ours are people...nurses, caregivers, doctors, therapists, community leaders,...
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Photo of The Gables of Tallahassee
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9.4
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32 reviews
9.4
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32 reviews
5 star
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The information I was receiving was informative. Helped me ask questions that helped me look for a facility that would be good for my mother. My mother speaks well of the staff. She is becoming more involved...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
At The Gables of Tallahassee residents and their guests enjoy elegant living rooms, a library, salon, spa, hobby rooms, restaurant-style meals in a well-appointed dining room and the lovely weather on our porches and patios. We offer apartments with a variety of floor plans, the convenience of...
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Photo of Cherry Laurel by Sky Active Living
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44 Floor plans available
9.3
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62 reviews
9.3
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62 reviews
5 star
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Studio Apt. Staff: good. Food: not that Great. Always lacks enough employees. Transportation: bus stays in shop for repairs most of the time. I think most of the residents come here because they don't have...
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
Cherry Laurel provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment. Located in a picturesque corner of Tallahassee, you'll be charmed by our caring staff and beautiful facilities. As much as our residents love our quiet community, they also appreciate the convenience of being...
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Photo of Sodalis Tallahassee Assisted Living
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9.0
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27 reviews
9.0
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27 reviews
5 star
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Very large staff turnover, but we would recommend Sodalis Tallahassee Assisted Living to other families based on the experience so far.
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
Lease by October 29 and get $1,000 off your rent for the first three months. THAT’S A SAVINGS OF $3,000!*We are continuing to admit new Residents, where possible and appropriate, to help residents and families in need. We will do all we can to help those who are in need of our services now and...
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22 Floor plans available
8.5
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The staff was more than accommodating, from moving in assistance to someone helping to hang pictures. My mom is greatly enjoying the cafeteria and feels happy, safe and comfortable. They have been most...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
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.
Ideally located on a beautifully wooded campus in Florida's capital city of Tallahassee, Westminster Oaks combines established neighborhoods of detached villas with the comfort and luxury of mid-rise and garden apartment homes. All residences feature the highest quality construction, smart...
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8.1
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33 reviews
8.1
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There is nowhere in Tallahassee I would have rather had Mom go than St. Augustine Plantation after having had terrible experiences at two other assisted living centers. [name removed] ran the facility...
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
Situated on a historic canopy road of majestic oak trees, St. Augustine Plantation is a warm, friendly, and relaxed senior living community located near Tallahassee Memorial Hospital, Capital Regional Medical Center and CRMC Urgent Care as well as Governor’s Square Mall, Midtown Shopping and...
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Photo of The Grove at Canopy
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6.8
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10 reviews
6.8
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10 reviews
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The facility smells really nice but they don't always keep up with the bathrooms. Staff are really nice. I think the quality of care at the Grove is as good as it can be considering that the owners who get...
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
The Grove at Canopy features exceptional services, superior dining options, dynamic engagement opportunities, luxurious amenities, and robust wellness programs, making it the ideal destination to enhance your vibrant way of life.Specializing in aging in place, we can increase care needs to...
Photo of Tapestry Senior Living Walden
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The staff is just wonderful, they work hard to make the family happy and the resident as well. The rooms are wonderful and are everything they need. The food smells good and my mother-in-law says it's...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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.
At Tapestry Walden, it's all about you.We are delighted that you are interested in Tapestry Senior Living Walden. The area’s NEWEST assisted living and memory care community.At Tapestry, we are dedicated to providing you with exceptional living. Our beautiful community offers you an array of...
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Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
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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Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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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Cost of independent living in Port Leon, FL

The average cost of senior living in Port Leon is $3,984 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Greenville, FL with an average of $3,615 per month.

Independent living costs in Port Leon, FL, vs. nearby cities

Port Leon, FL
$3,984/mo
$3,734/mo
$3,940/mo

Independent living costs in Port Leon, FL, vs. state and national averages

Port Leon, FL
$3,984/mo
$3,981/mo
U.S. national average
$4,016/mo

Independent living costs in Port Leon, FL, vs. other senior living options

$4,324/mo
Independent Living
$3,984/mo

Independent living costs in Port Leon, FL, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,536/mo
Studio
$3,856/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,753/mo
2 Bedroom
$3,820/mo

Senior living costs in Port Leon 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: Port Leon, FL
Column state: Florida
Column national: U.S.
Community typePort Leon, FLFloridaU.S.
Independent Living$3,984/mo$3,981/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living$4,324/mo$3,893/mo$4,557/mo
Memory Care$4,324/mo$4,276/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Port Leon, FL:$3,984/mo
Florida:$3,981/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Port Leon, FL:$4,324/mo
Florida:$3,893/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Memory Care
Port Leon, FL:$4,324/mo
Florida:$4,276/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
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Independent living costs in Port Leon, FL, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Port Leon 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 Port Leon, FL

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Port Leon 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
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Port Leon, FL$2,486/mo$2,507/mo-0.8%
Florida$3,161/mo$2,979/mo+6.1%
National$3,101/mo$2,953/mo+5.0%
Port Leon, FL
2024 average cost:$2,486/mo
2023 average cost:$2,507/mo
Percent change:-0.8%
Florida
2024 average cost:$3,161/mo
2023 average cost:$2,979/mo
Percent change:+6.1%
National
2024 average cost:$3,101/mo
2023 average cost:$2,953/mo
Percent change:+5.0%
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Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

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What families are saying about independent living in Port Leon

Recent reviews for independent living in Port Leon

Tapestry Senior Living Walden in Tallahassee, FL

5.0
This is a gorgeous community with an excellent staff. I'd reccomend it to anyone I know.

The Grove at Canopy in Tallahassee, FL

3.4
The food is poor. The staff is very kind and welcoming. However, with those improvements we would recommend The Grove at Canopy community to other families.

St. Augustine Plantation in Tallahassee, FL

5.0
I just want to publicly thank [name removed] , the Executive Director, for all the timely updates she shares with residents' family members, both during challenging times (like pending hurricanes!) and in general. My sister and I are so pleased with our decision to trust our mom's care to the ...
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Port Leon independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Port Leon independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Port Leon, 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 Port Leon 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 Port Leon partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Port Leon, FLNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
40%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
60%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
60%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
40%
33.6%
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Availability of select dining options in Port Leon 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 Port Leon communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Port Leon, FLNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
60%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
80%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
60%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
30%
17.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Port Leon 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 Port Leon offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Port Leon, FLNational
Activity director
Activity director
70%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
50%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
60%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
40%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
80%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
80%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
70%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
60%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
70%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
80%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
80%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
70%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
40%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
70%
47%
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Tapestry Senior Living Lakeshore, The Gables of Tallahassee and Cherry Laurel by Sky Active Living are the top-rated independent living facilities near Port Leon, Florida. See full list of communities.
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