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Avg Monthly Cost: $5,644The average monthly cost across facilities in Florida. Reflects published or estimated base rates and can vary with care level, room type, and amenities. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: $5,600
Avg Walk Score: 40/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Florida. A third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100) measuring convenience and context, not healthcare quality. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 50/ 100
Avg No. of Beds: 88The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Florida. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90

Compare Assisted Living around Florida

Info below is compiled from the FL Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.

Communities are listed from highest to lowest based on our ranking methodology.

The Palace Royale at Kendall
AL
HC
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Miami
510
Facility 510
FL AVG 88
Rank #1 / 1058
Yes
51
Facility 51
FL AVG 40
Rank #503 / 1487
Kendall Healthcare Properties
94
Facility 94
FL AVG 83
Rank #162 / 876
28
35.7%
Facility 35.7%
FL AVG 61.5%
Rank #172 / 907
25
Facility 25
FL AVG 33
Rank #391 / 907
0.9
Facility 0.9
FL AVG 1.3
Rank #55 / 907
For-Profit-Ricardo A MartinezStudio / 1 bed-
Oak Hammock at the University of Florida
AL
MC
NH
SNF
Gainesville
80
Facility 80
FL AVG 88
Rank #570 / 1058
Yes
6
Facility 6
FL AVG 40
Rank #1344 / 1487
Oak Hammock At The University Of Florida, Inc
92
Facility 92
FL AVG 83
Rank #237 / 876
18
44.4%
Facility 44.4%
FL AVG 61.5%
Rank #274 / 907
16
Facility 16
FL AVG 33
Rank #223 / 907
0.9
Facility 0.9
FL AVG 1.3
Rank #55 / 907
Not-For-Profit$1,750Brittany Matus-RayStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed-
Vi at Lakeside Village
AL
IL
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Lantana
60
Facility 60
FL AVG 88
Rank #681 / 1058
Yes
12
Facility 12
FL AVG 40
Rank #1225 / 1487
Meridian Park Village Limited Partnership
90
Facility 90
FL AVG 83
Rank #314 / 876
15
53.3%
Facility 53.3%
FL AVG 61.5%
Rank #395 / 907
11
Facility 11
FL AVG 33
Rank #142 / 907
0.7
Facility 0.7
FL AVG 1.3
Rank #9 / 907
For-Profit$6,025Hauremarie Anne Simeus1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed-
Vi at Aventura
AL
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Aventura
26
Facility 26
FL AVG 88
Rank #855 / 1058
No
69
Facility 69
FL AVG 40
Rank #223 / 1487
Cc Aventura LLC
92
Facility 92
FL AVG 83
Rank #237 / 876
17
58.8%
Facility 58.8%
FL AVG 61.5%
Rank #497 / 907
19
Facility 19
FL AVG 33
Rank #280 / 907
1.1
Facility 1.1
FL AVG 1.3
Rank #320 / 907
For-Profit$500Martine Cesaire-Francois1 Bed / 2 Bed-
Terracina Grand
AL
IL
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Naples
200
Facility 200
FL AVG 88
Rank #38 / 1058
Yes
12
Facility 12
FL AVG 40
Rank #1225 / 1487
Terracina, LLC
76
Facility 76
FL AVG 83
Rank #641 / 876
31
41.9%
Facility 41.9%
FL AVG 61.5%
Rank #245 / 907
36
Facility 36
FL AVG 33
Rank #543 / 907
1.2
Facility 1.2
FL AVG 1.3
Rank #446 / 907
For-Profit$34,000Pradeep MuleyStudio / 1 Bed / 2 BedA+
Westminster Oaks Tallahassee
AL
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Tallahassee
120
Facility 120
FL AVG 88
Rank #253 / 1058
Yes
1
Facility 1
FL AVG 40
Rank #1429 / 1487
Presbyterian Retirement Communities, Inc
95
Facility 95
FL AVG 83
Rank #128 / 876
23
39.1%
Facility 39.1%
FL AVG 61.5%
Rank #208 / 907
21
Facility 21
FL AVG 33
Rank #307 / 907
0.9
Facility 0.9
FL AVG 1.3
Rank #55 / 907
Not-For-Profit-Karen Myers--
The Mayflower at Winter Park
AL
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Winter Park
55
Facility 55
FL AVG 88
Rank #734 / 1058
No
13
Facility 13
FL AVG 40
Rank #1204 / 1487
Mayflower Retirement Center, Inc
91
Facility 91
FL AVG 83
Rank #281 / 876
17
70.6%
Facility 70.6%
FL AVG 61.5%
Rank #699 / 907
21
Facility 21
FL AVG 33
Rank #307 / 907
1.2
Facility 1.2
FL AVG 1.3
Rank #446 / 907
For-Profit$1,000Kimberly Arunakul--
Westminster St. Augustine
AL
IL
MC
NH
SNF
St. Augustine
36
Facility 36
FL AVG 88
Rank #827 / 1058
Yes
2
Facility 2
FL AVG 40
Rank #1404 / 1487
Westminster Pines, Inc
96
Facility 96
FL AVG 83
Rank #100 / 876
14
57.1%
Facility 57.1%
FL AVG 61.5%
Rank #461 / 907
12
Facility 12
FL AVG 33
Rank #152 / 907
0.9
Facility 0.9
FL AVG 1.3
Rank #55 / 907
Not-For-Profit-Misty DegrossStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed-
Westminster Woods on Julington Creek
AL
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Fruit Cove (Saint Johns)
80
Facility 80
FL AVG 88
Rank #570 / 1058
Yes
47
Facility 47
FL AVG 40
Rank #570 / 1487
Wesley Manor, Inc
93
Facility 93
FL AVG 83
Rank #203 / 876
21
57.1%
Facility 57.1%
FL AVG 61.5%
Rank #461 / 907
23
Facility 23
FL AVG 33
Rank #351 / 907
1.1
Facility 1.1
FL AVG 1.3
Rank #320 / 907
Not-For-Profit-David Berlin-C-
Addington Place at College Harbor
AL
IL
NH
SNF
St. Petersburg
90
Facility 90
FL AVG 88
Rank #522 / 1058
No
3
Facility 3
FL AVG 40
Rank #1384 / 1487
Arhc Alspgfl01 Trs LLC
89
Facility 89
FL AVG 83
Rank #342 / 876
27
48.1%
Facility 48.1%
FL AVG 61.5%
Rank #320 / 907
29
Facility 29
FL AVG 33
Rank #453 / 907
1.1
Facility 1.1
FL AVG 1.3
Rank #320 / 907
For-Profit$5,500Kathleen TylerStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-
Canterbury Tower
AL
IL
NH
RC
SNF
Tampa (South Tampa)
17
Facility 17
FL AVG 88
Rank #873 / 1058
Yes
56
Facility 56
FL AVG 40
Rank #407 / 1487
Canterbury Towers, Inc
95
Facility 95
FL AVG 83
Rank #128 / 876
5
40%
Facility 40%
FL AVG 61.5%
Rank #212 / 907
8
Facility 8
FL AVG 33
Rank #97 / 907
1.6
Facility 1.6
FL AVG 1.3
Rank #727 / 907
Not-For-Profit-Joyce Mitchell-A+
Cypress Village
AL
IL
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Jacksonville (Southside)
112
Facility 112
FL AVG 88
Rank #360 / 1058
Yes
13
Facility 13
FL AVG 40
Rank #1204 / 1487
Ccrc Opco - Cypress Village, LLC
91
Facility 91
FL AVG 83
Rank #281 / 876
22
45.5%
Facility 45.5%
FL AVG 61.5%
Rank #293 / 907
29
Facility 29
FL AVG 33
Rank #453 / 907
1.3
Facility 1.3
FL AVG 1.3
Rank #545 / 907
For-Profit$500William Rouse1 bed / 2 bed-
Westminster Baldwin Park
AL
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Orlando (Northeast Orlando)
24
Facility 24
FL AVG 88
Rank #858 / 1058
Yes
26
Facility 26
FL AVG 40
Rank #977 / 1487
Presbyterian Retirement Communities, Inc-1
0%
Facility 0%
FL AVG 61.5%
Rank #1 / 907
1
Facility 1
FL AVG 33
Rank #7 / 907
1.0
Facility 1.0
FL AVG 1.3
Rank #158 / 907
Not-For-Profit-Laure Zulkowski1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed-
Moorings Park Grande Lake
AL
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Naples (Central Naples)
106
Facility 106
FL AVG 88
Rank #397 / 1058
Yes
9
Facility 9
FL AVG 40
Rank #1283 / 1487
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Moorings Park at Grey Oaks
AL
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Naples (Bears Paw)
106
Facility 106
FL AVG 88
Rank #397 / 1058
No
5
Facility 5
FL AVG 40
Rank #1357 / 1487
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Overview of The Goldton at St. Petersburg

The Goldton of St. Petersburg offers a rejuvenating environment for its residents. This senior living community provides a comprehensive range of services, including assisted living and memory care, ensuring that every aspect of their well-being is meticulously taken care of. From delectable and nutritious meals to expert medication management, residents can rest assured that their needs are met with utmost care and attention. Here, retirement is elevated to a new level of luxury and comfort. The community takes pride in its delightful amenities and a thoughtfully curated calendar of activities and events, allowing seniors to lead fulfilling lives. 

Safety and peace of mind are of paramount importance here, with licensed nurses and on-site associates available around the clock, backed by a reliable 24/7 emergency response system. The community’s beautifully landscaped outdoor areas and gardening spaces, fitness and wellness center, chapel, beauty and barber shop, and game room all contribute to an enriching living experience. With weekly housekeeping and convenient transportation services also provided, The Goldton at St. Petersburg is the ideal haven for seniors seeking a worry-free and engaging lifestyle.

 

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Overview of Encore at Avalon Park Assisted

Tucked in the quiet grounds of Cygnus Drive, Orlando, FL, Encore at Avalon Park is a trusted senior living community offering assisted living and memory care. A wide array of snug and sophisticated residences await seniors as they move into the community. The community strives to provide the highest quality of care and assistance for seniors to maximize their freedom and gain meaningful experiences.

Surrounded by local convenient amenities and fabulous amusements, the community ensures seniors’ needs and aspirations are well-cared for. With various fun activities and exciting trips, residents explore new interests and relive passions for enjoyment and wellness. Delight with well-balanced meals catering to nutritional needs and tastes. Encore at Avalon Park is a safe place for seniors to thrive and live a wondrous retirement in its serene spaces.

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Bayside Terrace

9381 Us Hwy 19 N, Pinellas Park, FL 33782
Overview of Bayside Terrace

Residing in the beautiful setting of Pinellas Park, FL, Bayside Terrace is a distinct senior living community that provides assisted living and memory care. A reliable and highly skilled team helps seniors with daily activities like bathing, dressing, and grooming to ensure their comfort and convenience. With cozy and elegant residences in various private and shared apartments, seniors have a relaxing and safe retirement.

Experience new things and relive old interests with fun recreational activities and enjoyable programs. Featuring incredible amenities and lovely sceneries, Bayside Terrace ensures seniors enjoy every moment of their best years. Interact with friends over healthy and tasty meals that cater to dietary needs and preferences. Bayside Terrace strives to promote a bright and friendly environment for seniors to easily adjust to the community.

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Overview of Charter Senior Living of Panama City Beach

Tucked away in a quiet neighborhood of Panama City, FL, Charter Senior Living of Panama City Beach is a cozy senior living community that offers a vibrant atmosphere for independent living, assisted living, and memory care. Here, residents enjoy the warmth and comfort of meticulously designed apartments, ranging from studios, one-bedroom and two-bedroom apartments. An exceptional team of caregivers and nurses ensures residents receive the care that matches their needs.

Fostering a worry-free and carefree lifestyle, the community offers convenient services such as weekly housekeeping, laundry services, bus transportation, and deliciously prepared meals. Moreover, amenities like a full-service beauty salon, ample parking for residents and guests, private, individual interior mailboxes, and beautifully landscaped grounds, including a courtyard and garden, are available for residents’ enjoyment and convenience.

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Overview of Merrill Gardens at Barkley Place

Merrill Gardens at Barkley Place is a beautiful senior living community located in a quiet, charming neighborhood in Fort Myers, Florida. The community offers a range of premium amenities, including sun porches, balconies, landscaped grounds, a fitness center, library, pool, and social gathering spaces, helping residents live a full life.

Merrill Gardens at Barkley Place has been serving the Fort Myers area for over 20 years, standing out among other independent and assisted living communities due to the dedicated and compassionate nature of its staff. The community offers flexible meal options prepared by an Executive Chef, as well as a variety of social and cultural activities for residents to enjoy. Residents can choose from studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartment homes, with no large upfront fees. The community’s amenities include a beauty salon, billiards room, computer room, courtyard, and restaurant-style dining. Merrill Gardens at Barkley Place also offers assisted living services, with a focus on helping residents maintain their independence and do the things they love most. Visitors are welcome to call and arrange a complimentary lunch to experience the community firsthand.

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Overview of Brookdale Phillippi Creek

Brookdale Phillippi Creek is a leading senior living community in Gulf Gate Estates, Florida, offering various senior living solutions, including assisted living and memory care. Residents can choose from their thoughtfully designed apartments, including studio and one-bedroom apartments with a kitchenette, plenty of storage, and natural light from the windows. A dedicated team of care associates collaborates closely with seniors and their families in creating personalized care plans while still letting seniors maintain their independence.

Fostering freedom and independence in a supportive environment, Brookdale Phillippi Creek features a team of compassionate caregivers who provide various assistance and a dedicated team available 24/7 to respond to emergencies. The community features various amenities for residents’ wellness and enjoyment, including nutritious meals, housekeeping, and a full social calendar filled with diverse activities. Other amenities include a well-curated library, a cafe, postal services, a therapy room, a coffee shop, a game room, and a chapel for resident’s spiritual needs.

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Overview of Pruitthealth – Southwood

Located in Tallahassee, Florida, Pruitthealth – Southwood is a dedicated senior living provider offering Nursing Homes services. Their skilled nursing services are tailored to provide comprehensive support, guiding residents through every aspect of their journey. With a team of experienced and knowledgeable nursing staff, Pruitthealth delivers top-notch care within state-of-the-art facilities, incorporating the latest advancements in technology. 
At Pruitthealth – Southwood, residents can trust in the expertise of the nursing staff, who prioritize personalized care to address individual needs and promote overall well-being. With a commitment to excellence, compassionate care, and cutting-edge resources, Pruitthealth – Southwood is dedicated to providing the highest level of support for seniors in the Tallahassee community. This assisted living community ensures accessible and quality care for eligible individuals by participating in both Medicare and Medicaid. This commitment further solidifies their mission to provide exceptional care and support to their residents. 

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Overview of The Pavilion of Downtown Venice

Experience an ultimately relaxing stay with The Pavilion of Downtown Venice located in Venice, FL. This community offers independent living, assisted living services and memory care services. A wide array of stunning accommodations with different floor plans suited to the preferences of its residents are available. With a highly skilled and compassionate team, the community ensures to provide specialized services tailored to the primary wants and needs of its residents.

Discover its top-tier amenities and services wherein residents can avail of the following: restaurant-style dining, weekly housekeeping & personal laundry services, on-site maintenance, medication assistance, etc. Engage in a full calendar of activities to boost engagement and wellness. The golden years of retirement are even more vibrant and worth remembering with The Pavilion of Downtown Venice.

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Overview of Astoria Senior Living

Astoria Senior Living is located at 9220 Western Avenue in Omaha, Nebraska, providing a 121-bed home for nursing and healing in a part of the city that is somewhat easy to walk around. With a Walk Score of 51, you can run some small errands on foot, though you will still need to use a car for most daily trips.

Currently, the building houses 96 people, meaning about four out of every five beds are taken, which is helpful for families who need a spot quickly because it means your loved one can move in without a long wait.

The main goal is helping people get better; they offer special healing services designed for folks who are coming from a hospital visit, surgery, or injury and need real practice before they can return to their own homes. This creates a space where some residents are preparing to leave, while others are making themselves comfortable for long-term care.

This balance is what makes the place work; Astoria is perfect for older adults who require skilled help or a focused time for getting back on their feet and who also want to stay near their own neighborhood in west-central Omaha, offering families great comfort.

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Overview of Lake Port Square

Welcome to the cozy community of Lake Port Square in Leesburg, FL, where independent living, assisted living, skilled nursing, and rehabilitation services come together with enriching experiences that enhance every aspect of life. Here, residents can choose from a variety of well-appointed, cozy accommodations tailored to their preferences.

Indulge in chef-prepared meals in one of the multiple dining venues, stay active with fitness classes, and enjoy our heated pool and whirlpool spa. Engage your creativity in the arts and crafts studio or woodworking shop, and explore the outdoors on our walking and biking paths within the beautifully landscaped 78-acre nature preserve. Meet new companions and create meaningful memories together. Life at Lake Port Square is filled with opportunities for connection, relaxation, and fulfillment.

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Weighting overview

  • 35%
    Resident Experience
  • 25%
    Regulatory
  • 15%
    Visual Media
  • 10%
    Website
  • 10%
    Stability
  • 5%
    Environment
01

Resident & Family Experience 35%

The single largest share of every ranking. Aggregated review sentiment and volume from major platforms — the closest signal to real resident experience.

  • Includes
  • Review Sentiment
  • Review Volume
02

Regulatory & Safety Record 25%

State inspection records, citations, and complaint visits. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.

  • Includes
  • State Inspections
  • Citations/Inspection
  • % Inspections w/ Citations
  • Complaint Visits
  • Accreditations
  • BBB Rating
03

Visual Media & Transparency 15%

Communities that publish high-quality visuals give families a real preview. No photos or tours = a negative transparency signal.

  • Includes
  • Video Tours
  • Virtual Walkthroughs
  • Photo Quantity
  • Photo Quality
04

Website & Operator Transparency 10%

Site quality and whether the operator publishes basic accountability information — staff names, contact details, ownership.

  • Includes
  • Website Content
  • Mobile Usability
  • Staff Info Available
  • Owner Info Available
05

Community Stability 10%

Operational signals indicating whether a community is well-run and meeting demand.

  • Includes
  • Occupancy Rate
  • Bed Options
06

Environment & Pricing 5%

Walkability and pricing transparency. Walk Score is weighted higher for Independent Living than for Memory Care, where most residents do not leave unaccompanied.

  • Includes
  • Walk Score
  • Pricing Transparency
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Frequently Asked Questions about Assisted Living in Florida

What's the difference between assisted living and memory care in Florida?

Assisted living in Florida supports residents with daily activities (bathing, dressing, medication management) while preserving independence. Memory care is a specialized form of assisted living for residents living with Alzheimer's or dementia, and adds 24/7 secured environments, dementia-trained staff, and structured routines designed to reduce confusion and wandering.

What's the difference between assisted living and a nursing home in Florida?

Assisted living in Florida is a residential model focused on housing, hospitality, and help with daily activities. Nursing homes (skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses for residents with significant health needs, and are regulated more strictly under both state and federal CMS rules.

Does Florida Medicaid cover assisted living?

Florida Medicaid does not directly pay room-and-board for assisted living, but most states (including Florida) offer Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) waivers that can offset the cost of care services delivered inside a licensed community. Eligibility, waitlists, and covered services vary — check directly with the state Medicaid agency.

What is assisted living?

Assisted living combines private or semi-private apartments with help on activities of daily living (meals, bathing, dressing, medication management) and a social calendar — for residents who need some support but do not need 24/7 medical care.

How many assisted living facilities are listed on this page?

This page features 1049 assisted living facilities in Florida. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right assisted living facility in Florida?

Start by matching the level of care offered to the resident's current and anticipated needs, then compare licensing status, staff-to-resident ratios, recent inspection results, and pricing. Tour at least two or three communities in Florida, talk to current residents and families, and confirm what is included in the base rate versus billed as add-on services.

What should I look for when visiting assisted living facilities in Florida?

Pay attention to staff interactions with residents, cleanliness and odor, food quality at meal times, the activity calendar, and how questions about pricing and care plans are answered. Ask to see the most recent state inspection report, the move-out / level-of-care-change policy, and a sample monthly bill that lists every fee.