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Independent Living in North Carolina

Overview of Independent Living in North Carolina

For families considering options for senior living, North Carolina is often at the top of the list — and for good reason.

Whether you prefer laid-back beach towns, mountain hikes, or something in between, North Carolina has something to offer — and that’s what makes it an ideal retirement destination. The Outer Banks region along the state’s eastern coast is a popular tourist spot, featuring lighthouses, beaches, and countless other aquatic activities. It’s also home to Kitty Hawk, the seaside town where the Wright brothers made their historic first airplane flight. Then, on North Carolina’s western edge is where the breathtaking Blue Ridge Mountains run through the state. Peppered throughout all of North Carolina are small yet vibrant college towns like Asheville and Chapel Hill, along with larger metropolitan areas like Charlotte. Add mild weather and low property taxes to the mix, and it’s clear why the Tar Heel State has one of the fastest-growing populations in the United States.

Currently, A Place for Mom partners with more than 150 independent living communities, sometimes simply called retirement communities, in North Carolina.

The median monthly cost of independent living in North Carolina is about $2,600.

Top-rated Independent Living facilities in North Carolina

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Holiday Gardens at Wakefield

12800 Spruce Tree Way, Raleigh, NC 27614
10
Review Score
118 reviews
Starting at
$X,XXX/mo
DJ - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

We had researched senior independent living apartments in the Raleigh area for my 88 year old mother. She could not longer live by herself due to vision and hearing medical issues. Every visit to this...

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Brookdale Meadowmont

100 Lanark Road, Chapel Hill, NC 27517
9.9
Review Score
48 reviews
Starting at
$X,XXX/mo
Anonymous - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

My loved one is currently a resident at Brookdale Meadowmont and the overall experience has been great so far. The staff is better than great. The food is typical institutional food, I don't like it but our...

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Brookdale Burlington

3615 South Mebane Street, Burlington, NC 27215
9.9
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37 reviews
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$X,XXX/mo
Judith D - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

The staff at Brookdale have been so helpful and welcoming to my parents. They are meeting new friends and attending daily events. The experience has been very positive in the month they have been living...

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Top-rated Independent Living facilities in Charlotte

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Trevi Vibrant Senior Living

11230 Trevi Village Boulevard, Charlotte, NC 28262
9.3
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7 reviews
Starting at
$X,XXX/mo
Anonymous - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

Staff - note this changes during the year as the facility was purchased. We had some issues with the payment set up. It had a few hiccups, but then got worked out. Meals & Dining - they charge guest...

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Brookdale Charlotte East

6053 Wilora Lake Road, Charlotte, NC 28212
9.3
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99 reviews
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$X,XXX/mo
Janet E - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

A Place for Mom shared Brookdale Charlotte East for my sister who has a tight budget. Wow! It’s wonderful! Never met so many nice, friendly people in one location. The staff, the residents—everyone has made...

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Providence Meadows

4123 Kuykendall Rd, Charlotte, NC 28270
9.2
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23 reviews
Starting at
$X,XXX/mo
Anonymous - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

My mom has been there a year and has seems to like the place. She is very active with playing cards, dominoes, and bingo. They take her places when needed and is clean when I'm visiting. She seems to like...

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Top-rated Independent Living facilities in Raleigh

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Holiday Gardens at Wakefield

12800 Spruce Tree Way, Raleigh, NC 27614
10
Review Score
118 reviews
Starting at
$X,XXX/mo
DJ - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

We had researched senior independent living apartments in the Raleigh area for my 88 year old mother. She could not longer live by herself due to vision and hearing medical issues. Every visit to this...

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Waltonwood Lake Boone

3550 Horton St., Raleigh, NC 27607
9.8
Review Score
28 reviews
Starting at
$X,XXX/mo
Johanna - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

Our father had to move to our current town from the hometown where he had spent all his life. The Waltonwood community welcomed him, and staff there did all they could to help him transition. We were always...

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Atria Oakridge

10810 Sandy Oak Lane, Raleigh, NC 27614
9.8
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74 reviews
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$X,XXX/mo
LeAnn S - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

Atria Oakridge is a wonderful place for my Mom. The staff are always helpful and kind. The PT and OT are some of the best according to my Mom, who is there due to recovering from two broken legs after a...

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Top-rated Independent Living facilities in Winston Salem

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Arbor Ridge at Stanleyville

350 Arbor View Ln, Winston-Salem, NC 27105
9.9
Review Score
45 reviews
Starting at
$X,XXX/mo
Karen S - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

We recently moved mom into a one bedroom apartment. We had toured four assisted living facilities and then Arbor Ridge. The room sizes, really nice staff, friendly residence's, the size of the facility, and...

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Holiday Forsyth Court

2945 Reynolda Road, Winston-Salem, NC 27106
9.7
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73 reviews
Starting at
$X,XXX/mo
Marcey R - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

I would tell others looking into Forsyth Court that no matter what questions or what concerns a family might have the staff is always here to help. There's never a time where they aren't here for the...

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Heritage Woods

3812 Forrestgate Dr, Winston-Salem, NC 27103
9.7
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37 reviews
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$X,XXX/mo
Sharon H - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

The friendliness and the administrative staff gets a 10! Heritage Woods is welcoming, with caring neighbors and faculty ensure that a new resident settles in and all needs are met, while facilitating and...

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Top-rated Independent Living facilities in Asheville

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Harmony at Reynolds Mountain

41 Cobblers Way, Asheville, NC 28804
9.2
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58 reviews
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$X,XXX/mo
Anonymous - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

I'm very impressed by the cleanliness of the facility, the activity director and her projects for the people living there and the capability and effectiveness of the Memory Care's lead, [name removed].

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Bella Vista

55 Piney Mountain Drive, Asheville, NC 28805
8.2
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47 reviews
Anonymous - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

I think that I would recommend Bella Vista to others. My mom's biggest complaints are about the food and how long they have to sit for the meals, but she does like all of the activities that they have for...

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Julian Woods Retirement

421 Overlook Rd Ext, Arden, NC 28704
9.3
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6 reviews
Starting at
$X,XXX/mo
Anonymous - I live or lived in this community

We selected this place as it appeared to be the best run newest facility. We do not regret our decision. Everyone on the staff has impressed me with knowing us quickly, and always striving to keep our stay...

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Top cities in North Carolina for independent living

9.1
Wilmington, NC
7 facilities
9.0
Raleigh, NC
24 facilities
8.9
Greenville, NC
14 facilities
8.9
Charlotte, NC
21 facilities
8.8
Winston Salem, NC
12 facilities
8.7
Asheville, NC
9 facilities

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