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The cost of independent living in Lee County is about $4,146 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 65 options. Read 1797 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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Photo of The Cypress of Raleigh
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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.
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.
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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My father thought they did a wonderful job here. He raved about the food here. The therapy was very good. He said that they had him doing things he didn't know he could do.
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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.
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.
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, 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.
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: 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, Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
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.
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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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Cost of independent living in Lee County, NC

The average cost of senior living in Lee County is $4,146 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Goldston, NC with an average of $2,431 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Lee County, NC vs. nearby counties

Lee County, NC
$4,146/mo
$4,146/mo
$4,159/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Lee County, NC vs. the state and national average

Lee County, NC
$4,146/mo
U.S. national average
$4,192/mo

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

$5,801/mo
Independent Living
$4,146/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Lee County, NC by room type

Semi-Private
$6,100/mo
Studio
$4,048/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,325/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,267/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$6,168/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Lee County over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Lee County

Recent reviews for independent living in Lee County

The Lodge at Wake Forest

4.3
From what I do know, he is very happy there. They did want to raise their fees this year, but they worked with him to keep it as minimal of an increase as he could handle based on his Pension and SS income. He does enjoy much of the staff and residents.

Magnolia Glen in Raleigh, NC

5.0
My family and I have been very pleased with the care our mother and brother got at MG. Our mother was in independent living and our brother was in assisted living. They would both still be there had it not been for the decline of my mother’s cognitive decline. We had to move her to a facility ...
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Woodland Terrace in Cary, NC

4.6
The staff was super helpful and friendly. The facility is very clean. I think it would be helpful if the facility could have some sort of orientation for family members to attend.

Lee County independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Lee County independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Lee County, 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 Lee County 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 Lee County 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
12.1%
21%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
41.4%
35.3%
No sugar
No sugar
31%
31.7%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
46.6%
34.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
1.7%
10.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Lee County 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 Lee County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
50%
37.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
60.3%
44.5%
Room service
Room service
48.3%
37.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
19%
17.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Lee County 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 Lee County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
56.9%
46%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
41.4%
28.9%
Community service programs
Community service programs
44.8%
33.6%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
58.6%
48.9%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
58.6%
50%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
60.3%
55.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
53.4%
43.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
48.3%
39%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
55.2%
42.6%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
58.6%
48.3%
Live performances
Live performances
58.6%
47.8%
Dances
Dances
46.6%
33.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
53.4%
40.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
56.9%
47.4%
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Gardens at Wakefield, Atria Oakridge and Waltonwood Lake Boone are the top-rated independent living facilities near Lee County, North Carolina. See full list of communities.

There are 65 independent living facilities near Lee County, North Carolina. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Lee County, North Carolina are Gardens at Wakefield, Atria Oakridge and Waltonwood Lake Boone. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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