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The cost of independent living in Sour Lake is about $3,423 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 40 options. Read 833 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
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.
Photo of The Retreat at Barber's Hill
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Photo of Community Retirement Home
Provides: Independent Living
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.
Photo of Country Manor Assisted Living
Provides: Assisted 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.
Photo of Shady Creek Apartments
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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.
At last, a community that understands what you are looking for…..a place to call home.Shady Creek is a premier community offering a warm comfortable convenient address. Be swept away by both convenience and tranquility beginning with our shuttle to Baytown shopping, dining, medical and...
Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally 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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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.
Photo of Watercrest at Kingwood Garden Village
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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.

Cost of independent living in Sour Lake, TX

The average cost of senior living in Sour Lake is $3,423 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Ames, TX with an average of $2,474 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Sour Lake, TX vs. nearby cities

Sour Lake, TX
$3,423/mo
$3,388/mo
$4,112/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Sour Lake, TX vs. the state and national average

Sour Lake, TX
$3,423/mo
$4,187/mo
U.S. national average
$4,126/mo

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

$4,170/mo
Independent Living
$3,423/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Sour Lake, TX by room type

Semi-Private
$4,288/mo
Studio
$4,199/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,140/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,209/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$2,995/mo

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What families are saying about independent living in Sour Lake

Recent reviews for independent living in Sour Lake

Fountainwood at Lake Houston in Atascocita, TX

4.8
Would recommend this facility. Many activities for residents. Very friendly people. Very clean, food is very good. Listen to resident comments. Have ambassadors to help with the transition. Even paid for moving costs.

Watercrest at Kingwood

5.0
At Watercrest at Kingwood, I'm immersed in an environment where elegance touches every moment. From the finely appointed residences to the luxurious amenities, every aspect of living here makes me feel like I'm in a five-star resort.

Calder Woods in Beaumont, TX

4.0
Everyone is extremely nice at Calder Woods. The grounds are beautiful. We are happy with the experience and would recommend them.

Sour Lake independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Sour Lake independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Sour Lake, 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 Sour Lake 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 Sour Lake partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Sour Lake, TXNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
22.2%
21.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
30.6%
35.3%
No sugar
No sugar
27.8%
31.7%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
22.2%
34.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
8.3%
10.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Sour Lake 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 Sour Lake communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Sour Lake, TXNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
19.4%
37.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
38.9%
44.5%
Room service
Room service
38.9%
37.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
13.9%
17.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Sour Lake 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 Sour Lake offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Sour Lake, TXNational
Activity director
Activity director
38.9%
46.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
33.3%
29%
Community service programs
Community service programs
30.6%
33.6%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
47.2%
48.9%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
41.7%
50%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
41.7%
55.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
33.3%
43.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
38.9%
39%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
36.1%
42.6%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
38.9%
48.3%
Live performances
Live performances
41.7%
47.8%
Dances
Dances
38.9%
33.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
22.2%
40.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
38.9%
47.5%
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Brookdale Dowlen Oaks, Watercrest at Kingwood and Lucas Court are the top-rated independent living facilities near Sour Lake, Texas. See full list of communities.

There are 40 independent living facilities near Sour Lake, Texas. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Sour Lake, Texas are Brookdale Dowlen Oaks, Lucas Court and The Waterford at Baytown. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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