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Best of 2026 Senior Living Award Winners: Independent Living

Top Independent Living Communities

These are the best independent living communities of 2026, representing the top 1-2% of senior living providers nationwide based on reviews. Families and residents celebrated the friendly staff, beautiful facilities, delicious food, and engaging activities.

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The Clairmont Retirement Community

12463 Los Indios Trail, Austin, TX 78729

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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5
5 Floor plans available
9.7
Review Score
130 reviews

5 in ALL categories except food, which I wasn't able to sample. But my brother thinks the food is pretty good. Welcoming and friendly, [name removed] is awesome, super-helpful and enthusiastic.

Provides: Independent Living
See all Sunshine Retirement Living LLC communities

The Clairmont is an affordable all-inclusive retirement community, conveniently located in N.W. Austin and just minutes from shops, restaurants and hospitals. A Sunshine Retirement Living Community, we offer newly remodeled apartments with kitchenettes, new appliances, and private patios with...

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Inlet Coastal Resort

5087 Highway 17 Bypass, Murrells Inlet, SC 29576

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.7
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41 reviews

The Food is great and constant activities helped my grandmother adjust quickly. I would recommend them to others who are searching for a place for their loved one. We've had great luck with them and glad we...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care

The Inlet Coastal Resort is an assisted living community located in the quaint, coastal village of Murrells Inlet, Georgetown County, South Carolina. Our premiere community is located just 30 minutes from Myrtle Beach and along the inter coastal waterway. This being the seafood capital of the...

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Oakmont of Roseville

1101 Secret Ravine Parkway, Roseville, CA 95661

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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6 Floor plans available
9.7
Review Score
49 reviews

We have found all the staff to be pleasant and friendly. My mother in law is well taken care of and all her needs are met. Very, very satisfied.

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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Oakmont of Roseville opened in August of 2013 and is innovative in its approach to senior living. Oakmont builds the finest communities in the industry. We pay exceptional attention to design, finish and detail and take great pride in creating attractive spaces that provide a safe, interesting...

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Highlands Square

225 Norfleet Dr., Somerset, KY 42501

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.7
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55 reviews

The staff is very friendly and nice. They are prompt when you call for them. The food is amazing and the chef helped me lower my blood sugar. I am proud to call this place my home, I have been here for...

Provides: Assisted Living
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At Highlands Place, our senior living community, we get to know our residents on an individual level so we can offer them personalized services. Our residents engage in a variety of stimulating activities, such as exercise classes, gospel singing, arts and crafts, card and board games, tai chi,...

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Maple Ridge Retirement Community

3525 North 167th Circle, Omaha, NE 68116

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.7
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74 reviews

My mother-in-law lives at Maple Ridge. The staff, residents and 3rd party care takers are awesome. My father-in-law recently passed. We held his Celebration of Life in the theater and then held a...

Provides: Independent Living
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Maple Ridge Retirement is Omaha, NE’s Premier independent living community. Maple Ridge Retirement comprises apartments for adults 55 and over — including studio apartments, one, two, and three bedroom suites and a variety of floor plans. Maple Ridge Retirement is an all-inclusive retirement...

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Brookhaven Manor

401 West Oakbrook, Ann Arbor, MI 48103

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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8 Floor plans available
9.7
Review Score
194 reviews

My grandma has been living in this senior living community, and our family has been very happy with the care that she receives. The staff are kind, patient, and genuinely care about the residents. The...

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Provides: Independent Living
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Brookhaven Manor Senior Living is a 55 years of age or better community conveniently located in Ann Arbor's 48103 zip code. Nearby are I-94, Briarwood Mall, art galleries, amazing restaurants, bistros, the world famous Zingerman's Deli, grocery stores and pharmacies. The University of Michigan...

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Holiday Genesee Gardens

4495 Calkins Rd, Flint, MI 48532

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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3 Floor plans available
9.7
Review Score
75 reviews

Clean friendly place the staff really get involved with their residents and makes them feel at home and cared about. I would recommend

Provides: Independent Living
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Genesee Gardens provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment. Nestled on beautiful grounds in a quiet corner of Flint, you'll love the quality of our facilities while enjoying all the conveniences of the nearby community. We're just minutes from shopping, healthcare,...

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Spring Village at Stratford

6911 Main St, Stratford, CT 06614

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.7
Review Score
105 reviews

Need to keep on top of what's going on as much as possible for the first several weeks, especially for a relative that needs a higher level of assistance. Rooms all nicely renovated & good size. Dining is...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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At Spring Village, you'll find a dedicated staff who understand the importance of balancing individual care with your independence. Whether you enjoy watching a movie in our theater, reading a novel in our library, or taking an excursion to nearby local shops, we are dedicated to helping you live...

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Holiday Summerfield Estates

9133 Baird Road, Shreveport, LA 71118

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.7
Review Score
113 reviews

I live in apartment 215. I moved here maybe 2months ago. I absolutely love the place. I love the fact that I don’t have to cook. I have housekeepers to come once a week and the friendly staff they have. I...

Provides: Independent Living
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Summerfield Estates provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment. Nestled in the scenic Southern Hills region of Shreveport, you'll love the elegant grace of our property and the convenience and color of our community. We're just minutes from shopping, healthcare,...

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Brookdale First Colony

16900 Lexington Boulevard, Sugar Land, TX 77479

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.7
Review Score
170 reviews

Transportation is assigned to set days and hours of the week. There is no facility vehicle on weekends but there is Sugar Land On Demand for only $[removed].

Provides: Independent Living
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When it comes to chores, less is more.If you’re ready to trade your hedge clippers for golf clubs, our independent living community in Houston might be the perfect fit for you. Because when it comes to chores, less is more—more time for you to do what you want to do.Start your day with a swim in...

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Best of 2027 Senior Living Awards criteria

Receive 10 or more reviews on APlaceforMom.com

Attain an overall Review Score of at least 9.5 based on reviews

Offer assisted living, independent living, skilled nursing, memory care or continuing care retirement communities

*Based on reviews and ratings collected from APlaceforMom.com during the awards period, Jan. 1, 2026 to Dec. 31, 2026. U.S. and Canada only.

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The best independent living communities in the U.S. earned A Place for Mom’s 2026 Best of Senior Living Awards based on resident and family reviews. The highly rated featured communities represent the top 2-3% of independent living providers nationwide.