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Independent Living in North Carolina

Overview of Independent Living in North Carolina

For families considering options for senior living, North Carolina is often at the top of the list — and for good reason.

Whether you prefer laid-back beach towns, mountain hikes, or something in between, North Carolina has something to offer — and that’s what makes it an ideal retirement destination. The Outer Banks region along the state’s eastern coast is a popular tourist spot, featuring lighthouses, beaches, and countless other aquatic activities. It’s also home to Kitty Hawk, the seaside town where the Wright brothers made their historic first airplane flight. Then, on North Carolina’s western edge is where the breathtaking Blue Ridge Mountains run through the state. Peppered throughout all of North Carolina are small yet vibrant college towns like Asheville and Chapel Hill, along with larger metropolitan areas like Charlotte. Add mild weather and low property taxes to the mix, and it’s clear why the Tar Heel State has one of the fastest-growing populations in the United States.

Currently, A Place for Mom partners with more than 150 independent living communities, sometimes simply called retirement communities, in North Carolina.

The median monthly cost of independent living in North Carolina is about $2,600.

Top-rated Independent Living facilities in North Carolina

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Brier Pointe Retirement Community

5911 McCrimmon Parkway, Morrisville, NC 27560
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Review Score
31 reviews
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$X,XXX/mo
Anonymous - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

The apartment is perfect. It's a 2Bed/2Bath with 2 walk in closets and a full kitchen. They also have an awesome covered 2nd floor balcony where we have installed hummingbird feeders. They enjoy watching the...

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Arbor Ridge at Stanleyville

350 Arbor View Ln, Winston-Salem, NC 27105
9.9
Review Score
57 reviews
Starting at
$X,XXX/mo
Anonymous - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

The staff and other residents are wonderful. Whenever we have an issue or concern, the staff listens and makes an effort to resolve it. They provide a large monthly calendar filled with activities and things...

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Stoneridge

105 Convention Dr, Cary, NC 27511
9.9
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65 reviews
Starting at
$X,XXX/mo
Anonymous - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

Food is good. We often join him for dinner and feel very welcome. The apt size is appropriate for what he needs. [name removed] seems to enjoy the staff he deals with

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Top-rated Independent Living facilities in Raleigh

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Holiday Gardens at Wakefield

12800 Spruce Tree Way, Raleigh, NC 27614
9.8
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145 reviews
Starting at
$X,XXX/mo
Anonymous - I'm a current/former resident or client

Happy with my apt. Food has been getting better actually. Staff if great! Just changed from SPectrum to direct TV...not real happy about that. You can keep Spectrum WiFi and TV but then you pay them. Having...

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Atria Oakridge

10810 Sandy Oak Lane, Raleigh, NC 27614
9.8
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91 reviews
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$X,XXX/mo
Anonymous - I'm a current/former resident or client

Everyone is very welcoming and friendly. There have been many changes in staffing, including 4 changes in culinary director in the 10.5 months we've been here. The food has been the biggest issue.

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Verena at Bedford Falls

1580 Dunn Rd., Raleigh, NC 27614
9.7
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48 reviews
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$X,XXX/mo
Anonymous - I'm a current/former resident or client

Staff is friendly and helpful. I get the impression that they are cooking out of a recipe book. Nothing is simple. They spent a long time overcooking the entrees. All meats were cooked dry and flavorless....

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Top-rated Independent Living facilities in Charlotte

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Trevi Vibrant Senior Living

11230 Trevi Village Boulevard, Charlotte, NC 28262
9.6
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41 reviews
Starting at
$X,XXX/mo
Anonymous - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

Our overall experience with Trevi has been excellent. The staff are very friendly, and have gone above and beyond (at times) to communicate with us about my dad's situation (has had been diagnosed with...

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MerryWood on Park

3600 Park Rd, Charlotte, NC 28209
9.4
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88 reviews
Starting at
$X,XXX/mo
Trish W - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

After touring several communities I chose MerryWood for my sister. After two months we couldn’t be more satisfied. The buildings are clean, bright, and the apartment floor plans are great. The amenities are...

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Brookdale Charlotte East

6053 Wilora Lake Road, Charlotte, NC 28212
9.3
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124 reviews
Starting at
$X,XXX/mo
Nora - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

Brookdale is great! My mother in law is very happy there. It was so clean, the food is great, the staff are caring , and the apartment is a perfect size down for her .

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Top-rated Independent Living facilities in Winston Salem

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Arbor Ridge at Stanleyville

350 Arbor View Ln, Winston-Salem, NC 27105
9.9
Review Score
57 reviews
Starting at
$X,XXX/mo
Anonymous - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

The staff and other residents are wonderful. Whenever we have an issue or concern, the staff listens and makes an effort to resolve it. They provide a large monthly calendar filled with activities and things...

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Holiday Creekside Terrace

3895 Old Vineyard Road, Winston-Salem, NC 27104
9.8
Review Score
102 reviews
Starting at
$X,XXX/mo
Anonymous - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

The staff is great. Mom gets a bit tired of food options, but she absolutely loves her place and has met wonderful friends. I would absolutely recommend them to others who are searching for senior living for...

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Top-rated Independent Living facilities in Asheville

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Harmony at Reynolds Mountain

41 Cobblers Way, Asheville, NC 28804
8.7
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67 reviews
Starting at
$X,XXX/mo
Anonymous - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

My husband really liked it there. Most of the staff was very helpful and caring with a few exceptions. You do get a lot of attention when you first move in. Harder to get a hold of admin after that. He...

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Bella Vista

55 Piney Mountain Drive, Asheville, NC 28805
8.6
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54 reviews
Wendy C - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

We are happy with everything except the quality of the food has gone downhill. The room we have for our mom is small but it has everything she needs -she has a great view.

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Julian Woods Retirement

421 Overlook Rd Ext, Arden, NC 28704
9.9
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25 reviews
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$X,XXX/mo
Anonymous - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

My sister has now been At Julian Woods for approximately 18 months. The facility was brand new when she moved in and did not achieved full occupancy since that time they have filled up and celebrated their...

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Top cities in North Carolina for independent living

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Wilmington, NC
7 facilities
8.6
Asheville, NC
7 facilities
8.6
Greenville, NC
14 facilities
8.5
Raleigh, NC
22 facilities
8.4
Winston Salem, NC
11 facilities
8.3
Charlotte, NC
20 facilities

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