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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Sapphire, NC

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zipAveragecost: $3,535

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Cost of independent living in Sapphire, NC

The average cost of senior living in Sapphire is $3,535 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Bryson City, NC with an average of $2,957 per month.

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

Sapphire, NC
$3,535/mo
$3,265/mo
$3,228/mo

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

Sapphire, NC
$3,535/mo
U.S. national average
$4,070/mo

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

$4,731/mo
Independent Living
$3,535/mo

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

Semi-Private
$3,661/mo
Studio
$3,972/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,874/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,730/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,392/mo

Senior living costs in Sapphire 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: Sapphire, NC
Column state: North Carolina
Column national: U.S.
Community typeSapphire, NCNorth CarolinaU.S.
Independent Living$3,535/mo$3,599/mo$4,070/mo
Assisted Living$4,115/mo$4,273/mo$4,612/mo
Memory Care$4,731/mo$5,171/mo$5,372/mo
Independent Living
Sapphire, NC:$3,535/mo
North Carolina:$3,599/mo
U.S.:$4,070/mo
Assisted Living
Sapphire, NC:$4,115/mo
North Carolina:$4,273/mo
U.S.:$4,612/mo
Memory Care
Sapphire, NC:$4,731/mo
North Carolina:$5,171/mo
U.S.:$5,372/mo
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Independent living costs in Sapphire, NC, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Sapphire 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
Sapphire, NC$4,001/mo$3,651/mo+9.6%
North Carolina$3,600/mo$3,416/mo+5.4%
National$3,265/mo$3,169/mo+3.0%
Sapphire, NC
2024 average cost:$4,001/mo
2023 average cost:$3,651/mo
Percent change:+9.6%
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%
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What families are saying about independent living in Sapphire

Recent reviews for independent living in Sapphire

College Walk Retirement Ctr in Brevard, NC

4.0
This community does offer a lot of activities and amenities. This feels like an upscale community. They have a formal dining room where the wait staff take your order and then bring the meal to you. They offer computers for the residents to use. The staff were friendly and helpful. This ...
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Brasstown Manor in Hiawassee, GA

5.0
I have visited this community many times while visiting my friends. I love the option of starting on their Independent Living and when/if I need more assistance, I can move down to their Assisted Living. The staff has always been professional and pleasant. My friends love where they live and I ...
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Pacifica Senior Living Heritage Hills in Hendersonville, NC

5.0
I love it here. The only issue I have with Pacifica is... their accounting office makes mistakes and takes too long to fix them. I recommend this community.

Sapphire independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Sapphire independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Sapphire, 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 Sapphire 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 Sapphire partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Sapphire, NCNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
11.8%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
21.6%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
19.6%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
25.5%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
9.8%
8.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Sapphire 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 Sapphire communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Sapphire, NCNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
25.5%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
37.3%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
31.4%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
13.7%
17.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Sapphire 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 Sapphire offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Sapphire, NCNational
Activity director
Activity director
41.2%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
17.6%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
31.4%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
51%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
45.1%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
54.9%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
39.2%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
33.3%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
37.3%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
43.1%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
43.1%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
29.4%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
41.2%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
41.2%
47%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Julian Woods Retirement, LaurelHurst and LaurelWoods and Merrill Gardens at Greenville are the top-rated independent living facilities near Sapphire, North Carolina. See full list of communities.
There are 55 independent living facilities near Sapphire, North Carolina. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Sapphire, North Carolina are LaurelHurst and LaurelWoods, Summit Place and Belvedere Commons of Seneca. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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