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The cost of independent living in Margaretta is about $4,222 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 123 options. Read 2103 reviews, see photos, and learn about amenities that make independent living the ideal next step for adults 55+ who wish to enjoy friendships and hobbies without the hassle of cooking and home maintenance.

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Provides: Independent Living
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Peterson Assisted Living is a retirement home located in beautiful Osage City, KS. This facility is ideal for those who are in late age and have difficult maintaining a healthy level of self-care. This retirement community has a very helpful staff that can assist with daily living tasks and...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Park of the Palms is a sprawling 25-acre Christian assisted living community in beautiful Keystone Heights, FL. A wonderful place to meet, mingle and walk in the path of the Lord, our facilities offer a wonderful blend of serenity and amenity designed to accommodate all fitness and activity...
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Provides: Independent Living
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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Provides: Independent Living
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Nestles among the homes, parks and business of Jacksonville's south side, Mount Carmel Gardens offers affordable, independent senior living for those 62 and over. Some of the amenities available in our newly renovated community include: Smoke-Free Building Library and Computer Room with...
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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The community is incredible and the staff has been here for a while and you tell. Communication was good between the staff and our family and our family. They kept us well informed and up to date. I would...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Plantation Oaks Senior Living is an assisted living community located in the city of High Springs, Florida in Alachua county. High Springs is located in the northern part of Florida, close to a number of state parks. This locale means that the area is absolutely teeming with interesting types of...
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Nursing Homes
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Independent Living
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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My experience at Fort Caroline Gardens has been great. I think the value of the facilities and staff are beyond what I expected. The business is owned and operated by a family and I think they do a good job...
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
As the largest city in the state of Florida, Jacksonville, Duval County offers residents of Fort Caroline Gardens assisted living community a variety of events and activities as well as a semi-tropical climate. Warm, sunny days are the norm even during the middle of winter, and, as an added...
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Provides: Independent Living
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Independent Living
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Everyone has unique needs, wants, and expectations for their life. Especially as you age, your needs might be vastly different from what you needed when you were younger and raising a family or focusing on growing your career. Upside is deliberately designed to be a dynamic alternative to...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Offering a variety of retirement lifestyles from independent to assisted living, The Village is Gainesville, Florida's premier rental retirement community. Our property is tucked away on spacious North Florida acreage. The natural beauty of the small ponds, tall pines and native live oaks were...
Provides: Independent Living
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Provides: Independent Living
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.

Cost of independent living in Margaretta, FL

The average cost of senior living in Margaretta is $4,222 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Raiford, FL with an average of $1,952 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Margaretta, FL vs. nearby cities

Margaretta, FL
$4,222/mo
$3,818/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Margaretta, FL vs. the state and national average

Margaretta, FL
$4,222/mo
$4,121/mo
U.S. national average
$4,123/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Margaretta vs. other types of senior living

$4,649/mo
Independent Living
$4,222/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Margaretta, FL by room type

Semi-Private
$4,148/mo
Studio
$4,998/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,999/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,833/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,642/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Margaretta over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Margaretta

Recent reviews for independent living in Margaretta

Seagrass Village of Fleming Island

5.0
Both my husband and I are now living at Seagrass Village. We are enjoying our stay. All 3 meals are provided, housekeeping is provided once a week, there are activities for at all levels. We visited several other senior living facilities. By far Seagrass is highest level of living. Best ...
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Anthem Lakes in Atlantic Beach, FL

4.7
It is a lovely community with good sized rooms. It is a nice place with well cared for grounds. The fees were a little more than we expected. Anthem Lakes is a community that is on the newer side and has been around for about 5 years.

Dayspring Senior Living in Hilliard, FL

4.3
The workers at the community like our loved one and talk to him, he is told them about living in [name removed]. It is a super clean community, smart toilets that fall camera in our loved ones room.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Friendly and helpful staff. Several reviews mention the kindness and attentiveness of the staff at various communities, such as Discovery Village Deerwood Independent Living, Windsor Pointe, and Westminster Woods On Julington Creek a CCRC, where they go above and beyond to ensure residents' needs are met and create a ...
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Variety of activities to accommodate diverse interests. Residents find joy in the diverse range of activities offered in communities like Discovery Village Deerwood Independent Living, Augustine Landing, and Windsor Pointe, which cater to various interests and keep everyone engaged and active.
Well-maintained facilities and grounds. Reviews consistently praise the cleanliness and upkeep of the communities, including facilities like the apartments, common areas, and outdoor spaces, such as at Discovery Village Deerwood Independent Living, Windsor Pointe, and Westminster Woods On Julington Creek a CCRC.
Delicious and accommodating meals. Throughout the reviews, residents highlight the importance of quality food in their overall satisfaction with their community, with communities like Augustine Landing, Windsor Pointe, and Camellia at Deerwood catering to individual preferences and dietary restrictions.
Secure and safe community environment. Several reviews from communities like Discovery Village Deerwood Independent Living, Westminster Woods On Julington Creek a CCRC, and Camellia at Deerwood mention the sense of security and peace of mind that comes from living in a community with adequate security measures and a welcoming a ...
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Engaging social events and opportunities. Reviews for communities like Discovery Village Deerwood Independent Living, Augustine Landing, and Windsor Pointe emphasize the importance of social connections and opportunities for residents to meet new people and build friendships through events and community activities.
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Margaretta independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Margaretta independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Margaretta, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Margaretta independent living

Independent living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Margaretta partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
31.7%
21.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
41.3%
35.3%
No sugar
No sugar
39.4%
31.7%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
33.7%
34.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
18.3%
10.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Margaretta independent living

Our independent living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Margaretta communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
38.5%
37.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
43.3%
44.5%
Room service
Room service
36.5%
37.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
21.2%
17.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Margaretta independent living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered independent living communities in Margaretta offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
50%
46.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
38.5%
29%
Community service programs
Community service programs
39.4%
33.6%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
45.2%
48.9%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
50%
50%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
47.1%
55.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
44.2%
43.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
39.4%
39%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
44.2%
42.6%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
47.1%
48.3%
Live performances
Live performances
48.1%
47.8%
Dances
Dances
42.3%
33.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
35.6%
40.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
47.1%
47.5%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Palagio for Seniors at Orange Park, The Addison of St. Johns and Windsor Pointe are the top-rated independent living facilities near Margaretta, Florida. See full list of communities.

There are 123 independent living facilities near Margaretta, Florida. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Margaretta, Florida are The Addison of St. Johns, The Addison of Oakleaf and Diamond Assisted Living and Memory Care. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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