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Independent Living in South Carolina

Overview of Independent Living in South Carolina

With mild temperatures throughout the state and beaches along its Atlantic shoreline, South Carolina has much to offer as a retirement destination. The Greenville-Spartanburg area in the northwest corner of the state is an affordable, thriving metropolitan area for all ages. Along its Atlantic shorelines to the east, the Palmetto State earns its nickname with popular coastal cities like Myrtle Beach, Charleston, and Savannah. Senior living in South Carolina is filled with Southern hospitality and charm, which may explain why the state has a higher-than-average senior population.

Currently, A Place for Mom partners with more than 55 independent living communities, also simply called retirement communities, in South Carolina.

The median monthly cost of independent living in South Carolina is about $2,400.

Top-rated Independent Living facilities in South Carolina

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Arbor Landing at Surfside

3105 Dick Pond Road, Myrtle Beach, SC 29588
10
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45 reviews
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$X,XXX/mo
Anonymous - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

No complaints. They do all they can for him. It is a very clean and pleasant atmosphere. Everyone there is very friendly. The care there seems very good. My experiences with admin and staff have been good. I...

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Helena Square

1624 Paris Ave, Port Royal, SC 29935
10
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76 reviews
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$X,XXX/mo
Tammy T - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

Helena Square is a fantastic smaller assisted-living home that makes my father feel welcomed and I know that everybody is watching out for him. I have often said it’s like a big fraternity/Sorority house...

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Ashley Square

526 Haltiwanger Rd., Greenwood, SC 29649
10
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106 reviews
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Alvin C - I'm a current/former resident or client

I know I am safe here. I have my own space and I can do anything I want to do and I can have a day that I don’t do anything if I choose. My daughter doesn’t have to worry about me. If I ever need help...

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Top-rated Independent Living facilities in Greenville

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Maple Brook Terrace Retirement Community

150 Verdin Rd, Greenville, SC 29607
9.5
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39 reviews
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Anonymous - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

Food is good but there has been some difficulty retaining waitstaff in the dining room, leading to increased wait time for service. Good variety of activities including recreational, entertainment, and...

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Merrill Gardens at Greenville

90 Payne Street, Greenville, SC 29601
9.5
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11 reviews
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Penny L - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

Merrill Gardens is a beautiful place. They also have a guaranteed satisfaction for 60 days. Our family member had some health issues with memory so we had to find a memory care facility.

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TerraBella Greenville

11 E Augusta Pl, Greenville, SC 29605
9.1
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68 reviews
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$X,XXX/mo
Chelsea C - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

Transitioning our father into independent living was a difficult milestone. [name removed] and the A Place For Mom team were so compassionate and helpful as we navigated this new season. [name removed] at...

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Top-rated Independent Living facilities in Spartanburg

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TerraBella Spartanburg

104 Dillon Dr, Spartanburg, SC 29307
8.3
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67 reviews
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Anonymous - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

The facility is clean. Bit short staffed but the staff that's there seem to care about care. Activity level is a bit low. Room sizes are good. Set up like hospital rooms.

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Summit Hills

100 Summit Hills Dr, Spartanburg, SC 29307
8.0
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86 reviews
Hellen - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

Summit Hills has been wonderful! They are a very sweet community and the freedom they give my parents and the assurance of them being well taken care of is priceless. They have welcomed our whole family and...

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The Inverness at Spartanburg

2720 Country Club Rd, Spartanburg, SC 29302
8.0
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9 reviews
Anonymous - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

Nice size facility so she can walk a lap in about 15 minutes and not get lost. The interior courtyard is a nice safe way to be outside. The staff are very caring and helpful. We live on the other side of the...

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Top-rated Independent Living facilities in Columbia

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Fairforest Grove Senior Living

120 Fairforest Rd, Columbia, SC 29212
9.9
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72 reviews
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$X,XXX/mo
Heather - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

What we like the most about the Fairforest Grove community is the staff and the outside support (OC, PT, etc). They all go above and beyond for the residents. I love the lake loop that is virtually on...

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Vitality Living Columbia

1951 Clemson Rd, Columbia, SC 29229
9.7
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8 reviews
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$X,XXX/mo
Jeanette D. Murphy - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

I'm so happy with Vitality Living. Wonderful and patient employees. I don't have to worry about my love one. Food is wonderful. With many different choices. Very clean. All around and awesome place. Even has...

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Inspire Sandhill

440 Town Center Pl, Columbia, SC 29229
9.6
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11 reviews
Terry F - I'm a current/former resident or client

The facility is located in a prime location, proximate to multiple shopping/dining options and healthcare services. The staff is superb, very helpful and responsive to residents. A recurring theme I've heard...

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Top-rated Independent Living facilities in Charleston

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Daniel Pointe Retirement Community

514 Robert Daniel Dr, Daniel Island, SC 29492
9.8
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58 reviews
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Ellen - I'm a current/former resident or client

My husband and I have lived at Daniel Pointe for two years and can't say enough nice things about this active, very well managed community! The staff goes above and beyond to make the residents feel loved,...

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Oaks at Charleston

2333 Ashley River Rd, Charleston, SC 29414
9.3
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61 reviews
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$X,XXX/mo
Anonymous - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

I received a lot of support from the staff, and [name removed] was very easy to work with. [name removed] was a little difficult. He was a handful, but they worked with me with him. I can't say enough good...

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Brookdale West Ashley

2030 Charlie Hall Boulevard, Charleston, SC 29414
9.2
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95 reviews
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Toni J. - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

I've worked in the senior industry for over 30 years and my family and I are totally pleased with the services provided by Brookdale. Everyone has been wonderful

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Top cities in South Carolina for independent living

8.4
Greenville, SC
39 facilities
8.3
Myrtle Beach, SC
11 facilities
8.2
Bluffton, SC
9 facilities
8.1
Columbia, SC
29 facilities
8.0
Charleston, SC
28 facilities
6.8
Spartanburg, SC
14 facilities

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