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zipAveragecost: $3,829

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9.8
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16 reviews
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We love calling Julian Woods our home. The beautiful surroundings and wonderful staffer this place so inviting. Most importantly, the socialization and the friendships made make this a special place- as...
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.
Julian Woods Retirement CommunityJulian Woods Retirement Community is South Asheville’s beautiful brand new senior living community! Opened in May 2024 in Arden NC, Julian Woods has 128 apartments for adults 55 and over — including studio, one, two, and three-bedroom apartments with a variety of...
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2121 Floor plans available
9.0
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62 reviews
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62 reviews
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4 star
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Harmony at Reynolds Mountain is very friendly. You feel at home the minute you walk in. Everything looked clean and well-kept. It looked like they had plenty of activities. You find anything you would like...
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.
Welcome to Harmony at Reynolds MountainIndependent Living | Assisted Living | Secured Assisted LivingIn our continued effort to meet the demand of seniors in Asheville, North Carolina, we are offering Virtual Tours, an enhanced screening procedure for new residents, along with the security,...
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48 reviews
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The staff is fantastic, what there is of it. There seems to be a shortage. The management team is wonderful and everyone there is always doing a great job, but there are not enough people to do the work...
Provides: Independent Living
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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.
We believe that Bella Vista Independent Living is so much more than walls and windows - it's a place to enjoy home-cooked meals, game night, or a quiet evening with family and friends. It's where you always feel comfortable, safe, and secure.At Bella Vista Independent Living, our management teams...
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My mother is loving her stay at the McCune Center! The staff is doing a great job at catering to my mother's needs. The facility is well maintained. There are many opportunities for my mother to participate...
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.
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
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Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
60 Givens Gerber Park is pleased to offer an affordable housing option for adults over the age of 55 to enjoy the comforts of home and a community setting within their budget. Choose between spacious one- and two-bedroom apartments where bright light streams through large windows with views of...
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Cost of independent living in Mars Hill, NC

The average cost of senior living in Mars Hill is $3,829 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Waynesville, NC with an average of $3,091 per month.

Independent living costs in Mars Hill, NC, vs. nearby cities

Mars Hill, NC
$3,829/mo
$3,614/mo

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

Mars Hill, NC
$3,829/mo
U.S. national average
$4,070/mo

Independent living costs in Mars Hill, NC, vs. other senior living options

$4,663/mo
Independent Living
$3,829/mo

Independent living costs in Mars Hill, NC, by floor plan type

Studio
$6,302/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,000/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,155/mo

Senior living costs in Mars Hill 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: Mars Hill, NC
Column state: North Carolina
Column national: U.S.
Community typeMars Hill, NCNorth CarolinaU.S.
Independent Living$3,829/mo$3,599/mo$4,070/mo
Assisted Living$4,121/mo$4,273/mo$4,612/mo
Memory Care$4,663/mo$5,171/mo$5,372/mo
Independent Living
Mars Hill, NC:$3,829/mo
North Carolina:$3,599/mo
U.S.:$4,070/mo
Assisted Living
Mars Hill, NC:$4,121/mo
North Carolina:$4,273/mo
U.S.:$4,612/mo
Memory Care
Mars Hill, NC:$4,663/mo
North Carolina:$5,171/mo
U.S.:$5,372/mo
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Independent living costs in Mars Hill, NC, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Mars Hill 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 Mars Hill, NC

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Mars Hill 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
Mars Hill, NC$4,856/mo$4,748/mo+2.3%
North Carolina$3,570/mo$3,402/mo+4.9%
National$3,251/mo$3,154/mo+3.1%
Mars Hill, NC
2024 average cost:$4,856/mo
2023 average cost:$4,748/mo
Percent change:+2.3%
North Carolina
2024 average cost:$3,570/mo
2023 average cost:$3,402/mo
Percent change:+4.9%
National
2024 average cost:$3,251/mo
2023 average cost:$3,154/mo
Percent change:+3.1%
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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 Mars Hill

Recent reviews for independent living in Mars Hill

Marjorie McCune Memorial Center in Black Mountain, NC

4.0
My brother did not have a good experience in his stay at this community. They had him in one room when he moved in and then they changed his room the next day. When I inquired as to why they said they try to have them with a roommate they are compatible with. When they moved him into the new ...
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Bella Vista in Asheville, NC

4.3
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 the residents.

Harmony at Reynolds Mountain in Asheville, NC

5.0
My first and last contact at Harmony was the director of marketing -[name removed]. As a former health care provider, [name removed]understood my priorities of high quality facilities and high quality healthcare. [name removed]effortlessly provided a list of resources to assist with the ...
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Mars Hill independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Mars Hill independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Mars Hill, 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 Mars Hill 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 Mars Hill partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Mars Hill, NCNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
16.7%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
16.7%
34.1%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
16.7%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
16.7%
8.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Mars Hill 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 Mars Hill communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Mars Hill, NCNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
50%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
50%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
50%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
16.7%
17.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Mars Hill 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 Mars Hill offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
50%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
16.7%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
33.3%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
50%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
66.7%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
50%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
50%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
50%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
50%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
50%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
50%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
50%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
66.7%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
50%
47%
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