About Assisted LivingAssisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.Complete guide to assisted livingBest of 2025 Assisted Living Winners
About Memory CareMemory 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. Complete guide to memory careBest of 2025 Memory Care Winners
About Independent LivingIndependent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.Complete guide to independent livingBest of 2025 Independent Living Winners
About Senior LivingSenior living is a term used to describe various housing and care options for older adults from maintenance-free, 55+ facilities for active seniors, to secure, fully staffed facilities for seniors with Alzheimer's or dementia. Complete guide to senior livingFind senior living facilities near you
About Nursing HomesNursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.Complete guide to Nursing Homes
About Senior ApartmentsSenior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.Complete guide to Senior Apartments
About Care HomesResidential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.Complete guide to care homes
Veteran ResourcesVA benefits for long-term care, such as Aid and Attendance benefits, can help eligible veterans and their surviving spouses pay for senior care.Guide to VA benefits for long-term care
Senior Living Home

10 Best Independent Living Communities in Kannapolis, NC

Answer a few questions to get personalized results
Who are you searching for?

If you’re looking for independent living in the Kannapolis area, our local senior living advisors can help you each step of the way. From affordable independent living for seniors to luxury options, we’ll work with you to understand the cost of independent living in Kannapolis. From there, we’ll show you the best independent living communities for your lifestyle, interests, and budget.

Discover unique independent living amenities, social activities, dining, and more independent living benefits. With 11 independent living facilities in Kannapolis, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find your new, maintenance-free home.

We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Mountain Island, Charlotte Douglas International Airport and Toddville Road.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Charlotte, Matthews and Davidson.

ShortCode tests:
top3CommunitiesWithLinks: Trevi Vibrant Senior Living, Holiday Crescent Heights and Arbor Ridge at Huntersville
zipAveragecost: $2,926

Kannapolis Independent Living Facilities | 194 Reviews

Showing 7 communities
Last Updated: 11/22/25
Sort by
Filter by
Awards
Best of Senior Living

The highest-rated senior living communities stand out for their exceptional care and support of seniors in independent living, assisted living, memory care and home care. Our Best of Senior Living Award winners represent the top reviewed senior care providers nationwide based on reviews submitted by residents and families.

Review Score
Distance
See communities with
Amenities
Providers
Photo of Trevi Vibrant Senior Living
66 Photos available
9.8
Review score
19 reviews
9.8
Review score
19 reviews
5 star
84%
4 star
16%
3 star
0%
2 star
0%
1 star
0%
See all reviews
My experience has been great. The people are very caring and I love it. I was skeptical and so far they have proved me wrong. The activities are great. Always something to do but they don't force you to come
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.
Trevi Vibrant Senior Living is a brand new, all-inclusive independent living community located in Northeast Charlotte. Amenities include exercise and fitness facilities, a Pickleball court, library, and beautiful chapel. Flowing from the amenity spaces are two outdoor courtyards that provide...
See details
Photo of Holiday Crescent HeightsCommunity card badge
11 Video available
99 Photos available
9.4
Review score
81 reviews
9.4
Review score
81 reviews
5 star
61%
4 star
22%
3 star
12%
2 star
4%
1 star
1%
See all reviews
Not a bad place to be. Staff is very welcoming and friendly. The activities daily aren't too bad. Having a little more option on daily outings would be great and food quality is average. Would be great to...
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.
Crescent Heights provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment. You'll be delighted with the rich history of downtown Concord, a charming little area just to the northeast of Charlotte. With mild winters and warm summers, you'll be free to enjoy all the sites and...
See details
Photo of Arbor Ridge at Huntersville
77 Photos available
9.3
Review score
25 reviews
9.3
Review score
25 reviews
5 star
64%
4 star
24%
3 star
4%
2 star
4%
1 star
4%
See all reviews
The staff (with the exception of maintenance) is phenomenal, so kind and very helpful. The maintenance is definitely an issue. My mother has had a couple of issues inside her apartment and filed work orders....
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.
See details
Photo of Shads Landing
11 Video available
1212 Photos available
8.5
Review score
55 reviews
8.5
Review score
55 reviews
5 star
38%
4 star
40%
3 star
13%
2 star
0%
1 star
9%
See all reviews
Overall, we've been pretty happy. Some inconsistent staffing issues (chefs, care helpers with Better at Home) here and there. I would recommend to others
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.
Shads Landing provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment. Built upon ten-acres of beautifully landscaped grounds with a large pond at the center, Shads Landing offers you all the convenience of Charlotte with a lovely park-like setting to call their own. Yet we're...
See details
Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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.
Inline cta image

Our free advisors can help

  • Compare local facilities
  • Determine care type
  • Schedule tours
  • Evaluate pricing

Cost of independent living in Kannapolis, NC

The average cost of senior living in Kannapolis is $2,926 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Midland, NC with an average of $2,657 per month.

Independent living costs in Kannapolis, NC, vs. nearby cities

Kannapolis, NC
$2,926/mo
$2,858/mo
$3,223/mo

Independent living costs in Kannapolis, NC, vs. state and national averages

Kannapolis, NC
$2,926/mo
U.S. national average
$4,070/mo

Independent living costs in Kannapolis, NC, vs. other senior living options

$5,093/mo
Independent Living
$2,926/mo

Independent living costs in Kannapolis, NC, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,745/mo
Studio
$4,772/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,492/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,641/mo

Senior living costs in Kannapolis 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: Kannapolis, NC
Column state: North Carolina
Column national: U.S.
Community typeKannapolis, NCNorth CarolinaU.S.
Independent Living$2,926/mo$3,599/mo$4,070/mo
Assisted Living$4,297/mo$4,273/mo$4,612/mo
Memory Care$5,093/mo$5,171/mo$5,372/mo
Independent Living
Kannapolis, NC:$2,926/mo
North Carolina:$3,599/mo
U.S.:$4,070/mo
Assisted Living
Kannapolis, NC:$4,297/mo
North Carolina:$4,273/mo
U.S.:$4,612/mo
Memory Care
Kannapolis, NC:$5,093/mo
North Carolina:$5,171/mo
U.S.:$5,372/mo
Table showing 5 of 3 items. Click to show less.
Table showing 5 of 3 items. Click to show less.

Independent living costs in Kannapolis, NC, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Kannapolis 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.

Kannapolis, NCNC stateNational

Independent living cost trends in Kannapolis, NC

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Kannapolis 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
Kannapolis, NC$3,545/mo$3,264/mo+8.6%
North Carolina$3,600/mo$3,416/mo+5.4%
National$3,265/mo$3,169/mo+3.0%
Kannapolis, NC
2024 average cost:$3,545/mo
2023 average cost:$3,264/mo
Percent change:+8.6%
North Carolina
2024 average cost:$3,600/mo
2023 average cost:$3,416/mo
Percent change:+5.4%
National
2024 average cost:$3,265/mo
2023 average cost:$3,169/mo
Percent change:+3.0%
Table showing 5 of 3 items. Click to show less.
Table showing 5 of 3 items. Click to show less.

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 Kannapolis

Recent reviews for independent living in Kannapolis

Overture Cotswold 55+ Apartment Homes in Charlotte, NC

5.0
I have absolutely no problem living here, the sales people here are great, the management staff are great. Things are starting to open back up since everyone is getting the vaccines. It is an active and open senior community, the gym is absolutely world class, we have every workout equipment ...
Read more

Trinity Oaks, a CCRC in Salisbury, NC

5.0
My life was rather chaotic when I first visited Trinity Oaks apartments. My husband had Alzheimer's disease, and I was needing help. Through a series of circumstances, he was admitted to the memory unit, a part of Trinity Oaks continuing care sections. I wanted to be near him to visit, so I ...
Read more

MerryWood on Park in Charlotte, NC

4.9
Merrywood on Park is a great place. The apartments are spacious and clean. The staff is very responsive to all issues. Everyone is super friendly and helpful—employees and fellow residents. My dad enjoys happy hour every evening. He is able to have his cat there with him. They even screened in ...
Read more

Kannapolis independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Kannapolis independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Kannapolis, 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 Kannapolis 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 Kannapolis partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Kannapolis, NCNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
14.3%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
28.6%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
28.6%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
28.6%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
14.3%
8.1%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select dining options in Kannapolis 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 Kannapolis communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Kannapolis, NCNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
42.9%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
42.9%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
14.3%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
14.3%
17.4%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select programs and activities in Kannapolis 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 Kannapolis offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Kannapolis, NCNational
Activity director
Activity director
42.9%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
28.6%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
28.6%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
57.1%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
42.9%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
57.1%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
42.9%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
14.3%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
42.9%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
42.9%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
42.9%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
42.9%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
57.1%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
42.9%
47%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Frequently Asked Questions

Trevi Vibrant Senior Living, Holiday Crescent Heights and Arbor Ridge at Huntersville are the top-rated independent living facilities near Kannapolis, North Carolina. See full list of communities.

There are 11 independent living facilities near Kannapolis, North Carolina. See the full list.

The best independent living facility near you in Kannapolis, North Carolina is Holiday Crescent Heights. This independent living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.

Photo cta image

More questions?

Ask an A Place for Mom local advisor at no cost.

The information contained on this page is for informational purposes only and is not intended to constitute medical, legal or financial advice or create a professional relationship between A Place for Mom and the reader. Always seek the advice of your health care provider, attorney or financial advisor with respect to any particular matter, and do not act or refrain from acting on the basis of anything you have read on this site. Links to third-party websites are only for the convenience of the reader; A Place for Mom does not endorse the contents of the third-party sites.
Back to top