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 Phoenixville, PA

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

If you’re looking for independent living in the Phoenixville 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 Phoenixville. 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 13 independent living facilities in Phoenixville, 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 West Oak Lane, Melrose Park Gardens and Lawncrest.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Philadelphia, Doylestown and West Chester.

ShortCode tests:
top3CommunitiesWithLinks: Arbour Square, Keystone Villa at Douglassville Independent Living and Merrill Gardens at West Chester
zipAveragecost: $4,375

Phoenixville Independent Living Facilities | 309 Reviews

Showing 12 communities
Last Updated: 12/3/25
Sort by
Filter by
Review Score
Distance
See communities with
Amenities
Providers
Photo of Arbour SquareCommunity card badge
2424 Photos available
9.9
Review score
116 reviews
9.9
Review score
116 reviews
5 star
91%
4 star
8%
3 star
1%
2 star
0%
1 star
0%
See all reviews
Very friendly. Lots of activities but more female based. Tough to get my dad involved but working on it. So glad we chose Arbour square
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.
Discover the unparalleled joys of retirement living at Arbour Square of Harleysville!Nestled on a picturesque 22-acre campus in the heart of Montgomery County, Pennsylvania, our 55+ independent senior community offers an enriching lifestyle. At Arbour Square, you can embrace worry-free living...
See details
Photo of Keystone Villa at Douglassville Independent LivingCommunity card badge
2020 Photos available
99 Floor plans available
9.9
Review score
104 reviews
9.9
Review score
104 reviews
5 star
81%
4 star
18%
3 star
0%
2 star
0%
1 star
1%
See all reviews
The staff is excellent and goes above and beyond. The partnership with Chestnut Knoll is one of the key reasons we are there. The opportunity to have my dad be in independent living, but also have medication...
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.
At Keystone Villa at Douglassville, an Independent Living retirement community, there are no entrance fees, long-term leases or hidden costs. You will find everything you need to enjoy a worry-free, healthy and active retirement community lifestyle. This is an ideal setting for seniors who want...
See details
Photo of Merrill Gardens at West Chester
2020 Photos available
1414 Floor plans available
9.8
Review score
65 reviews
9.8
Review score
65 reviews
5 star
68%
4 star
20%
3 star
2%
2 star
5%
1 star
5%
See all reviews
Merrill Gardens is very nice. My mom settled in nicely and is well taken care of. Everyone is very friendly and no complaints about the food. I visit usually twice a week. I do some cleaning when I'm there....
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.
Arbour Square at West Chester is truly a unique rental community. Located in a beautiful, small town rich in history, Arbour Square stands out as something new and exciting, above and beyond the ordinary. A community where there’s always something interesting or fun going on, and where you’ll...
See details
Photo of Arcadia at Limerick Pointe
1616 Photos available
9.3
Review score
17 reviews
9.3
Review score
17 reviews
5 star
76%
4 star
24%
3 star
0%
2 star
0%
1 star
0%
See all reviews
The transportation services aren't as easy to use as we were told. The facility is immaculate and the meals are delicious and plentiful.
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.
Especially now, nothing is more comforting than being surrounded by family. And that’s just what you can expect at Arcadia when we open very soon.We’re a different kind of senior living community… with a strong family foundation and inclusive, faith-based approach – we invite you to discover the...
See details
Photo of The Watermark at Bellingham
2121 Photos available
9.0
Review score
133 reviews
9.0
Review score
133 reviews
5 star
47%
4 star
29%
3 star
14%
2 star
5%
1 star
5%
See all reviews
There are only 3 washers & 3 dryers in each floor. Only 3! Many times residents forget to take out their wash loads from the washer dryers. The next one takes them out and put them on top of the other...
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.
Senior living by designThe Watermark at Bellingham is a recently renovated senior living community located on 15 beautiful acres near downtown West Chester, Pennsylvania. While perfectly situated near Philadelphia and Wilmington, there’s so much to do you might just want to spend your days...
See details
Photo of Anthology of King of Prussia
1818 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.0
Review score
4 reviews
9.0
Review score
4 reviews
5 star
75%
4 star
25%
3 star
0%
2 star
0%
1 star
0%
See all reviews
High grades for everything but the food. Small portions never any new items and very dry. Management needs. To get involved to fix the kitchen issues. Care staff is excellent. Wait staff needs training....
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.
Tucked among 122 acres at The Village at Valley Forge, a new mixed-use community in Montgomery County, Anthology of King of Prussia invites residents to enjoy a rich and vibrant lifestyle. The Village at Valley Forge is sprinkled with dining, shopping, and entertainment destinations, offering...
See details
Photo of Echo Lake
1212 Photos available
Pricing promotion expiring soon
8.8
Review score
16 reviews
8.8
Review score
16 reviews
5 star
56%
4 star
38%
3 star
0%
2 star
0%
1 star
6%
See all reviews
Our dad, 86, has been a resident for 1 year and he & we love EL. His room is bright and always clean. There is no smell in the halls. The food is great. Everyone on staff smiles and is welcoming. Lots of...
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.
We are locally owned and operated by SageLife. Our founders were pioneers in senior living; they helped define the companies that have defined the industry.Sage’s mission is to create the best home for each member of the SageLife family every day by encouraging, empowering, and celebrating...
See details
Photo of Wellington at Hershey's Mill
1010 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
8.7
Review score
35 reviews
8.7
Review score
35 reviews
5 star
43%
4 star
42%
3 star
3%
2 star
3%
1 star
9%
See all reviews
Night time staff not well equipped to handle confusion and instability residents. 3-11 staff not all able to handle outbursts and can be irritants with reading of patients
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.
Independent Living for Active SeniorsWellington at Hershey's Mill in West Chester, PA is an independent living residential community for active seniors who are looking to socialize, stay active, and no longer want the worry of owning a home. Are you ready to enjoy a carefree, maintenance-free...
See details
Photo of Greenfield Senior Living of Perkiomen Valley
1111 Photos available
6.5
Review score
80 reviews
6.5
Review score
80 reviews
5 star
39%
4 star
33%
3 star
15%
2 star
5%
1 star
8%
See all reviews
Everyone is very caring and kind. My mom enjoys being there. They are like their own little family. There are some repairs that need to be made to the facility such as they need a new roof and the carpet...
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 home to Greenfield of Perkiomen Valley! We are located in a beautiful & historic region of Montgomery County about 40 miles northwest of Center City Philadelphia. Schwenksville is the gateway to the Perkiomen Trail, which is a 19-mile scenic trail running along the Perkiomen Creek....
8.2
Review score
15 reviews
8.2
Review score
15 reviews
5 star
27%
4 star
20%
3 star
26%
2 star
7%
1 star
20%
See all reviews
We were very happy with our experience at Manatawny. [name removed] was very helpful and worked with us to be able to place [name removed] even though he was in the edge of not being able to be placed. We...
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.
The Residences at Manatawny Village is a senior living community located in Pottstown, Pennsylvania. The community resides in the center of a productive farming and dairy region and has access to the nearby historic diatrict of Pottstown which offers tremendous opportunities for social,...
See details
Inline cta image

Our free advisors can help

  • Compare local facilities
  • Determine care type
  • Schedule tours
  • Evaluate pricing
Photo of Canvas Valley
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.
Photo of Buchert Ridge Community
2525 Photos available
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.
Buchert Ridge Community’s (BRC) unique concept was created approximately 10 years ago. We are not a condo or home-owner’s association. We are a professionally owned & managed community using a combination of the best features from the various types of adult living communities available.When...

Cost of independent living in Phoenixville, PA

The average cost of senior living in Phoenixville is $4,375 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Souderton, PA with an average of $4,009 per month.

Independent living costs in Phoenixville, PA, vs. nearby cities

Phoenixville, PA
$4,375/mo

Independent living costs in Phoenixville, PA, vs. state and national averages

Phoenixville, PA
$4,375/mo
U.S. national average
$4,070/mo

Independent living costs in Phoenixville, PA, vs. other senior living options

$5,811/mo
Independent Living
$4,375/mo

Independent living costs in Phoenixville, PA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,656/mo
Studio
$5,525/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,890/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,781/mo

Senior living costs in Phoenixville 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: Phoenixville, PA
Column state: Pennsylvania
Column national: U.S.
Community typePhoenixville, PAPennsylvaniaU.S.
Independent Living$4,375/mo$4,265/mo$4,070/mo
Assisted Living$5,082/mo$4,271/mo$4,612/mo
Memory Care$5,811/mo$5,453/mo$5,372/mo
Independent Living
Phoenixville, PA:$4,375/mo
Pennsylvania:$4,265/mo
U.S.:$4,070/mo
Assisted Living
Phoenixville, PA:$5,082/mo
Pennsylvania:$4,271/mo
U.S.:$4,612/mo
Memory Care
Phoenixville, PA:$5,811/mo
Pennsylvania:$5,453/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 Phoenixville, PA, over time

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

Phoenixville, PAPA stateNational

Independent living cost trends in Phoenixville, PA

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Phoenixville 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
Phoenixville, PA$4,062/mo$3,916/mo+3.7%
Pennsylvania$3,329/mo$3,222/mo+3.3%
National$3,251/mo$3,154/mo+3.1%
Phoenixville, PA
2024 average cost:$4,062/mo
2023 average cost:$3,916/mo
Percent change:+3.7%
Pennsylvania
2024 average cost:$3,329/mo
2023 average cost:$3,222/mo
Percent change:+3.3%
National
2024 average cost:$3,251/mo
2023 average cost:$3,154/mo
Percent change:+3.1%
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 Phoenixville

Recent reviews for independent living in Phoenixville

Harrison Senior Living Of Coatesville

4.9
Only been at HH for slightly over a year but have found all the nurses and staff to be very friendly and helpful, always willing lend me a helping hand when I need it. I enjoy the many little features that are provided, which are not provided in other living environments. Every week a new ...
Read more

The Manor and Manor Court in Huntingdon Valley, PA

5.0
My mom seems to be happy here. I don't hear any complaints. She seems to like the food and the staff. It's clean, and was in her price range. It all seems to be working out well so far.

The Heritage of Green Hills in Shillington, PA

5.0
Our loved one has since passed but she had moved into The Heritage of Green Hills which is a new facility that looks like a 4-star hotel. There were lots of different events, nice and friendly staff and better help.

Phoenixville independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Phoenixville independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Phoenixville, 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 Phoenixville 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 Phoenixville partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Phoenixville, PANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
44.4%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
77.8%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
77.8%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
55.6%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
44.4%
8.1%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select dining options in Phoenixville 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 Phoenixville communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Phoenixville, PANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
77.8%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
77.8%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
66.7%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
44.4%
17.4%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select programs and activities in Phoenixville 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 Phoenixville offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Phoenixville, PANational
Activity director
Activity director
77.8%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
44.4%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
55.6%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
77.8%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
88.9%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
88.9%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
55.6%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
66.7%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
55.6%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
88.9%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
88.9%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
55.6%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
66.7%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
77.8%
47%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Frequently Asked Questions

Arbour Square, Keystone Villa at Douglassville Independent Living and Merrill Gardens at West Chester are the top-rated independent living facilities near Phoenixville, Pennsylvania. See full list of communities.
There are 13 independent living facilities near Phoenixville, Pennsylvania. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Phoenixville, Pennsylvania are Arbour Square, Keystone Villa at Douglassville Independent Living and Atria Lafayette Hill. These independent living communities received the highest rankings 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