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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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Independence Village of Traverse City

3950 Sumac Drive, Traverse City, MI 49684

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.5
Review Score
61 reviews

Independence Village has been wonderful in working with us. Bro-in-law signed contract on 5/5 to move in later in the month. He fell and broke his leg on [date removed]. The trauma left him delirious. They...

Provides: Independent Living
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Glen Eagle provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment. Situated on beautiful grounds on the outskirts of Traverse City, you'll be charmed by our comfortable facilities and the conveniences of the nearby community. We're just minutes from shopping, healthcare,...

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Holiday Carson Plaza

2120 East Long Street, Carson City, NV 89706

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.5
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89 reviews

The only comment I can offer is that thou advertised as an independent living there are many walkers and wheelchairs here. I would recommend to others the staff is wonderful

Provides: Independent Living
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Carson Plaza provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment. Nestled within beautifully landscaped grounds in the charming community of Carson City, you'll love the tasteful elegance of our facilities while enjoying the convenience of being in the heart of it all. We're...

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Sunrise of Wayne

184 Berdan Avenue, Wayne, NJ 07470

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.5
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69 reviews

The facility and the staff are top rate. We have only been working with them for a short time and during that time, I do not have any things that I would suggest they need to improve.

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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In elegant, residential environments, we deliver the finest in senior care, and are recognized internationally for both quality and innovation. Guided by our Principles of Service, Sunrise affords families peace-of-mind by providing today's seniors with a range of personalized assisted living...

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Sunflower Springs - Trinity

2300 Welbilt Blvd, Trinity, FL 34655

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9.5
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69 reviews

Strong teams with very little turnover. Team takes the time to learn who the guests are and caters to their special needs. Kept my mom's attitude more positive. I would and have recommended them to others...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Holiday Parkview in Allen

1451 South Greenville Avenue, Allen, TX 75002

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.5
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215 reviews

The facility is very clean and well maintained. The residents are friendly and create a welcoming atmosphere, making it feel like a comfortable place to live. Overall, it has been a positive experience.

Provides: Independent Living
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Beauty and elegance surround you at Holiday Parkview in Allen. From the outdoor pool to the tastefully designed common areas, this pet-friendly community is nothing short of grand. The lush campus is filled with landscaped gardens and paved walking paths. Outdoor lovers will enjoy residing so...

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Asher Point Independent Living of Arlington

2315 Little Road, Arlington, TX 76016

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.5
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205 reviews

Talk to the residents! They are the best! I would recommend to others! Thanks for y'all's help in giving me the property to consider!

Provides: Independent Living
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Fox Run Estates provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment. Deep in the heart of Texas, Fox Run Estates is the home you've been waiting for. You'll love the comfortable facilities and all the entertainment, culture and history that Arlington has to offer. Our...

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Cedarhurst of Oakwood

4251 Hudson Drive, Oakwood, GA 30566

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.5
Review Score
61 reviews

Staff was very helpful and they all knew [name removed] personally. She loved the bingo. Cedarhurst took her out to Walmart and restaurants on day trips. She made friends with the other residents and enjoyed...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Pave the way to a carefree life when choosing to reside at Cedarhurst of Oakwood with today's most desired amenities and thoughtful features. Our goal is to enrich the lives of our Assisted Living and Memory Care residents by providing an environment that is physically, mentally, spiritually and...

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Copperfield Hill

4200 40th Avenue North, Robbinsdale, MN 55422

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9.5
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121 reviews

Mom’s Copperfield experience: • Lived there ~9 months, first in a nice-sized apartment w/ 3 meals/day, laundry & cleaning included. Overall very adequate. • Last month she moved to memory care — a...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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Copperfield Hill offers Independent Living, Assisted Living and Memory Care. Our community is situated 'in the heart of Robbinsdale'. Robin Center and Crystal Lake are located just next door and North Memorial hospital is 1-mile south of Copperfield Hill. Our location offers convenience both to...

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Holiday Middleton

9401 Old Sauk Road, Middleton, WI 53562

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9.5
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153 reviews

The staff are unusually caring, friendly, conscientious, and responsive. Her room is lovely and the grounds are well maintained. The food is much better than her former senior living community. They think...

Provides: Independent Living
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The Jefferson has been here for over 16 years near beautiful farmland, Pope Farm and corn fields.We have senior care on site to offer Assisted Living. Our staff members have longevity over 15 years and more. We have won "Best Place to Live" 2018 and "Best Place to Work 3 years in a row. We are...

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Paradise Village

2700 E 4th St, National City, CA 91950

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9.5
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79 reviews

I would give Paradise Village a 5 stars. The apartments are very spacious, the maintenance crew is extremely efficient and friendly. Very clean environment. Food is fresh and really good. General staff is...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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WELCOME TO PARADISE! Introducing Paradise Village, the newest retirement community located in San Diego's South Bay. Offering retirement and assisted living in a resort-style, gated community with a Mediterranean flair. One bedroom, one bedroom w/den, 2 bedroom, and penthouse options. Studio and...

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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.