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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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Holiday Aspen View Senior Living

3075 Avenue C, Billings, MT 59102

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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11
11 Photos available
27
27 Floor plans available
9.4
Review Score
119 reviews

We are very satisfied with the apartment. We would recommend the community to others who are searching for senior living for their loved one.

Provides: Independent Living
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Holiday Retirement provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment. Beautiful fishponds, fountains and waterfalls await you at Aspen View. Our lovely landscape covers nearly five acres of gorgeous Montana countryside, complete with gentle paths and wonderful views of the...

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Brookdale Edina

3330 Edinborough Way, Edina, MN 55435

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
12
12 Photos available
21
21 Floor plans available
9.4
Review Score
137 reviews

My experiences with the entire process starting with the tour of the facility, the quality and value of the apartment, the welcome that my mother has received by the staff, the activities and positive vibes...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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It's time to start enjoying the carefree lifestyle you deserve and when you come home to our luxurious, unique community, with its towering 18 stories and stunning views of downtown Minneapolis, you’ll see that each day opens up a whole realm of possibilities. Our continuing care community...

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Anthology of Farmington Hills

30637 W 14 Mile Rd, Farmington Hills, MI 48334

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
16
16 Photos available
3
3 Floor plans available
9.4
Review Score
54 reviews

The apartments are very clean and nice. There is a turn over in staff but many who have stayed are very good and caring. Activities available are also very good

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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At Anthology of Farmington Hills, you will discover boutique-inspired senior living, designed especially with you in mind. We combine the best in accommodations, care, culinary experiences and community. Professional, in-house chefs prepare gourmet meals from scratch. Dedicated and compassionate...

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Oakwood Hills, A Sky Active Living Community

4316 Oakwood Hills Parkway, Eau Claire, WI 54701

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
8
8 Photos available
9.4
Review Score
60 reviews

We toured the facility. We felt comfortable and signed up for an apartment. We have lived here since July. The residents are very nice. This place makes it like a big community. The place is always clean....

Provides: Independent Living
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The moment you enter Oakwood Hills, A Sky Active Living Community, you'll feel the relaxed grace, style and beauty that our residents cherish daily. A quiet home in the heart Eau Claire, you'll enjoy the convenience of being close to the Oakwood Hills Mall, excellent healthcare and all the unique...

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Benton House of Florence

1370 Celebration Blvd, Florence, SC 29501

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
14
14 Photos available
4
4 Floor plans available
9.3
Review Score
39 reviews

[name removed] was especially helpful. Very nice facility . Made her feel very welcome and celebrated her move in day. I would recommend it

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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We. Are. Family. Award Winning Senior Living! National Winner-Top 50 in Aging Services by Fortune magazine. A Great Place to Work certified 3 consecutive years. Multiple Pinnacle Customer Service Awards. Call or drop by to see what makes Benton House of Florence the most desired in the...

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Maple Ridge Senior Living

35300 Kaiser Ct, Willoughby, OH 44094

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9 Photos available
9.4
Review Score
87 reviews

4 stars. Staff are caring and responsive. They have been helpful in securing physical therapy, and in helping me secure medical referrals, as needed. Maple Ridge has been my first experience to find...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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Maple Ridge Senior Living offers assisted living and memory care services to seniors in northeastern Ohio. We are near the shores of Lake Erie and have many parks and recreational options in our area. We are close enough to Cleveland for an easy afternoon drive to enjoy all of the dining and...

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Atria Newport Plaza

1455 Superior Ave, Newport Beach, CA 92663

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
7
7 Photos available
9
9 Floor plans available
9.4
Review Score
103 reviews

Atria is top star it's clean, all their people are helpful and super friendly and caring. The food is prepared by chefs. We have specialists every day and we can ask for anything off-menu if it's available I...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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Set on manicured grounds less than a mile from the ocean, Atria Newport Plaza is a vibrant senior living community where older adults can enjoy engaging events and chef-prepared meals in the company of friends and neighbors, and receive the discreet support they need – all backed by the...

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Emerson on Harvest Hill

5550 Harvest Hill Road, Dallas, TX 75230

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
15
15 Photos available
9.3
Review Score
125 reviews

People are friendly. Staff is great. Clean facility. Good location. Retail stores in the area. Smoking permitted in designated sufficient parking. On the DART line. Convenient to other businesses and...

Provides: Independent Living
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Emerson on Harvest Hill is a long-standing senior living community that has proudly served Dallas, Texas for many years. As a resident of Emerson on Harvest Hill, you will find that you are in an excellent location close to some of the city’s best shopping and dining options, as well as major...

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Atria Park of San Mateo

2883 South Norfolk Street, San Mateo, CA 94403

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
11
11 Photos available
11
11 Floor plans available
9.3
Review Score
86 reviews

I recently moved my dad into the memory care unit at Harbor at Hillsdale Senior Living, and I couldn’t be more pleased with the experience. From the moment he arrived, the staff attended to his every need...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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For more than 20 years, Atria has served the families of San Mateo. The community will seek LEED® certification for sustainable design, construction and operation.In addition to discreet assistance with daily tasks like bathing and getting dressed, Atria Park of San Mateo has a licensed nurse...

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Aspire at West End

5020 Sulky Dr, Richmond, VA 23228

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
20
20 Photos available
16
16 Floor plans available
9.3
Review Score
55 reviews

Mom really likes it there. Very clean. Friendly and attentive staff. Food is good. She loves the activities and exercise classes. Overall, I would recommend them to others.

Provides: Independent Living
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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.