Best Senior Communities in South Carolina

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 359 senior communities in SC using SC Dept. of Public Health (DPH) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank senior communities in SC
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Avg Walk Score: 34/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in South Carolina. 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: 90The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in South Carolina. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90

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Info below is compiled from the SC Dept. of Public Health (DPH), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.

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

Care Types in This Table AL (Assisted Living): Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing. NH (Nursing Home): 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility): Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. RC (Respite Care): Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break. RESC (Residential Care): Personal care and daily-living support in a smaller, more intimate residential setting. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care. HC (Home Care): Professional care delivered in the person's own home, from companionship to skilled nursing. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment. SC (Senior Communities):
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
Franke at Seaside
SC
AL
HOS
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Mt Pleasant
44
Facility 44
SC AVG 90
Rank #269 / 304
No
53
Facility 53
SC AVG 34
Rank #35 / 221
Private RoomsA+
Life Care Center of Charleston
SC
NH
SNF
North Charleston (Alta Shores Apartments)
148
Facility 148
SC AVG 90
Rank #25 / 304
No
27
Facility 27
SC AVG 34
Rank #139 / 221
-A+
Magnolia Manor of Greenville
SC
HOS
NH
RC
SNF
Greenville
99
Facility 99
SC AVG 90
Rank #116 / 304
No
66
Facility 66
SC AVG 34
Rank #8 / 221
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Peachtree Centre
SC
HOS
NH
RC
SNF
Gaffney
151
Facility 151
SC AVG 90
Rank #24 / 304
No
26
Facility 26
SC AVG 34
Rank #142 / 221
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Harmony at Columbia
SC
AL
IL
MC
Columbia
110
Facility 110
SC AVG 90
Rank #88 / 304
Yes
36
Facility 36
SC AVG 34
Rank #100 / 221
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedA+
White Oak Manor Charleston
SC
NH
SNF
Charleston (Trident Executive Village)
176
Facility 176
SC AVG 90
Rank #10 / 304
No
35
Facility 35
SC AVG 34
Rank #110 / 221
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North Haven Residential Care Home
SC
AL
MC
RESC
North Charleston (Dismuke Mobile Home Park)
16
Facility 16
SC AVG 90
Rank #301 / 304
No
51
Facility 51
SC AVG 34
Rank #43 / 221
-A+
White Oak Manor Rock Hill
SC
NH
SNF
Rock Hill
141
Facility 141
SC AVG 90
Rank #31 / 304
No--A+
NHC HealthCare Greenwood
SC
HC
HOS
NH
SNF
Greenwood
152
Facility 152
SC AVG 90
Rank #22 / 304
No
15
Facility 15
SC AVG 34
Rank #171 / 221
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Riverside Health and Rehab
SC
HOS
NH
RC
SNF
North Charleston (Daniel Jenkins Homes)
160
Facility 160
SC AVG 90
Rank #20 / 304
No
24
Facility 24
SC AVG 34
Rank #145 / 221
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Rank badges are statewide: each community is ranked against every SC community we track that reports that metric, not just the 359 on this page.

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Overview of Franke at Seaside

Franke at Seaside, a nonprofit retirement community located in the tranquil landscape of Mount Pleasant, South Carolina, offers a vibrant retirement experience. Situated amidst stunning lagoons and serene natural surroundings, this community provides a range of care options, including independent living facilities, residential assisted living, memory support, long-term care, rehabilitation, and nursing services. Its well-designed campus encourages curiosity and adventure, making it an ideal place for mindfulness and a peaceful retirement.

Residents here can also enjoy various amenities, including housekeeping and meal services, along with well-maintained grounds. Located conveniently near downtown Charleston, seniors have easy access to local conveniences. On-campus, they’ll find a full-time chaplain, card room, living room, library, and a hair salon. Concierge services are available as well, and the community is well-equipped with a fitness center offering a variety of programs and activities. Additionally, there’s a heated saltwater swimming pool to enhance the retirement experience. All of this is complemented by a dedicated and exceptional staff, making Franke at Seaside a sought-after destination for independent living homes.

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Life Care Center of Charleston

2600 Elms Plantation Blvd, North Charleston, SC 29406
Overview of Life Care Center of Charleston

Life Care Center of Charleston offers easy access to the vibrant metropolitan area in North Charleston, South Carolina. The facility prides itself on cultivating a homelike environment, ensuring a comfortable and nurturing atmosphere for residents and patients alike. Here, the primary focus centers on providing comprehensive inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation, all underpinned by 24-hour skilled nursing care.

Inside, a dedicated team of in-house rehabilitation and nursing professionals collaborates to construct individualized care plans, emphasizing aligning with the unique goals and aspirations of each resident and patient, thus fostering a journey to recovery that is both effective and uplifting. Positioned less than a mile from Trident Medical Center, this nursing home is an ideal choice for those needing short-term rehabilitation, long-term care, or post-operative recovery.

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Overview of Magnolia Manor of Greenville

Set in the area of Greenville, SC, Magnolia Manor of Greenville is a trusted senior care provider, offering comprehensive health care services, including rehabilitation, skilled nursing, long-term care, short-term care, and more. Residents here are guaranteed to receive the care and support they need with the help of a highly reliable care team, available to offer an extensive array of services designed to make residents’ recovery process easier. Comfortable accommodations are offered to provide residents with a relaxing healing environment that allows residents to focus on their well-being and enrichment.

The community deeply connects with its residents to fully understand and relate to their pain points and provide them with the appropriate support that effectively addresses their needs and preferences. Residents here are also empowered to maintain a full-connected lifestyle with an array of engaging activities to keep them happy and motivated. Here, residents are provided with an environment where they can thrive and feel rejuvenated during their recovery period.

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Peachtree Centre

1434 N Limestone St, Gaffney, SC 29340
Overview of Peachtree Centre

Located in Gaffney, South Carolina, Peachtree Centre is a trusted senior care provider that offers comprehensive medical services, including skilled rehabilitation, respite care, outpatient therapy, and long-term care. The community offers a cozy healing environment with their comfortable and secure private suites and semi-private rooms. Their caring and compassionate team of professionals is trained to provide all types of support and assistance. Whether you require specialized wound care, customized rehabilitation services or a special diet, their team is there to ensure all of your needs are met.

The community is committed to providing personalized care centered to each individuals’ unique needs and preferences. In addition to its excellent care services, Peachtree Centre also offers a wealth of amenities, such as carefully prepared meals, in-house salon services, and diverse Life Enrichment programs. A team of activity directors are available to create various activities based on residents’ interests and capabilities, such as a cooking club, ice cream socials, pet therapy, religious services, holiday events, and outings, ensuring residents’ leisure and enjoyment as they recover.

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Overview of Harmony at Columbia

Administered by Cathy Cassanova, Harmony at Columbia is a 110-bed assisted living community on Clemson Road in Columbia, South Carolina. Operated by Columbia Al Operations Llc and established four years ago, it offers occupants flexibility in housing with studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom floor plans to fit different preferences and needs.

The home’s neighborhood has a Walk Score of 36, meaning a few errands are walkable, with most trips needing a car. This suburban setting can suit residents and families wanting a calmer environment over busier commercial areas. As an assisted living community, the facility is tailored to support older adults needing help with everyday activities like meals, medication management, bathing, and dressing, while encouraging as much independence as possible. Such home types typically pair daily personal care with a residential feel, which lots of families find more personal and less institutional than larger communities.

For families contemplating Harmony at Columbia, personally visiting is the best way to know the community’s daily culture, see available units, meet the team, and get a feel of whether it correctly fits a loved one.

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Overview of White Oak Manor Charleston

White Oak of Charleston is a 176-bed skilled nursing center in North Charleston, South Carolina. With a strategic location within walking distance of Trident Medical Center, this assisted living community offers a comprehensive spectrum of care, encompassing long-term nursing care and dedicated short-term rehabilitation services in a specialized wing.

White Oak is committed to enriching the quality of life for everyone under its care. Collaboratively, this interdisciplinary team meticulously crafts personalized care plans for each individual, aligning with the guidance of physicians’ orders. A dedicated team of healthcare professionals, including Registered Nurses, Licensed Practical Nurses, and Certified Nursing Assistants, provides round-the-clock nursing care.

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Overview of North Haven Residential Care Home

Burrowed in the serene community of Leslie Street, North Charleston, SC, North Haven Residential Care Home is a remarkable senior living community offering assisted living and memory care. The community features physical therapy, speech therapy, occupational therapy, music therapy, and pet therapy, alongside, round-the-clock care and assistance to ensure that its residents’ needs are taken care of.

Moreover, North Haven Residential Care Home ensures comfortable and safe residences. North Haven Residential Care Home promotes a vibrant and welcoming environment, providing social and recreational activities and programs. Residents enjoy home-cooked meals prepared based on their dietary needs and preferences. The community provides outdoor trips and transportation services for the seniors’ convenience.

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Overview of White Oak Manor Rock Hill

White Oak Manor Rock Hill is a nursing home and skilled nursing facility in Rock Hill, South Carolina, operated by NHC Healthcare/Rock Hill LLC. The facility has been in operation for 54 years, giving it a long-standing presence in the York County community. It accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay, which gives families several ways to cover both short-term rehabilitation stays and longer-term nursing care.

With 141 beds, White Oak Manor runs close to full, with occupancy holding around 99 percent. The average resident stay is 114 days, a mix that reflects both post-acute rehabilitation admissions and residents who remain for ongoing nursing care. Short-term rehabilitation is offered as part of the facility’s services, supporting residents working to regain function after a hospital stay, surgery, or illness before returning home.

Nursing coverage is a central part of daily life at the facility, with total nursing care averaging roughly 4 hours and 23 minutes per resident each day across registered nurses, licensed practical nurses, and nurse aides. That level of hands-on coverage supports both the clinical needs of short-stay rehabilitation residents and the day-to-day care of long-term residents.

State inspections of the facility have most often centered on documentation and care-planning accuracy, dietary and food-allergy accommodations, infection control during meal service, and coordination of catheter and dialysis care. A resident-safety matter involving supervision was addressed through corrective action. Families touring the facility may want to ask how these areas are monitored and maintained on an ongoing basis.

White Oak Manor’s decades of operation in Rock Hill reflect an established track record of navigating the regulatory and clinical demands of long-term and short-term nursing care in the local community.

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Overview of Nhc HealthCare Greenwood

The National HealthCare Corporation, or the NHC Greenwood, strives to provide short-term skilled nursing and rehabilitative care; they have been awarded twice for their recognition for the ‘Customer Approved Award’ and the ‘Employee Approved Award’ by the Customers for Outstanding Experience. Nhc HealthCare Greenwood strives to work daily with quality service to its residents so that they maintain independence and individuality.
The nursing home also provides options for assisted living, memory care, hospice care, and home care; management and staff are dedicated to ensuring that residents live comfortably in their new homes.

Contact NHC HealthCare Greenwood

Riverside Health and Rehab

2375 Baker Hospital Blvd, North Charleston, SC 29405
Overview of Riverside Health and Rehab

As a reputable 160-bed skilled nursing facility, Riverside Health and Rehab offers specialized care alongside a broad spectrum of services, including short-term rehabilitation, skilled nursing care, long-term care, hospice care, and respite care. It has a central location in Charleston, South Carolina, provides effortless access to Charleston’s renowned hospitals, and is known for its state-of-the-art CardioPulmonary Pavilion. Complementing this specialty unit, Riverside offers an extensive range of therapies, encompassing Respiratory Therapy, Physical Therapy, Speech Therapy, and Occupational Therapy.

This community extends its care to diverse patient profiles, catering to short- and long-term care requirements. Within Riverside’s comprehensive programs, residents benefit from a holistic approach to well-being, featuring exercise regimens, lifestyle education, recreational therapy, informative materials, and personalized nutrition counseling. Guided by constant communication with attending physicians, these programs are meticulously crafted to deliver individualized plans of care that precisely align with each resident’s unique needs. The dedicated Cardio Pulmonary Pavilion focuses on providing tailored care to individuals who have recently encountered cardiac or pulmonary events.

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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 Senior Communities in South Carolina

What is senior living?

Senior communities are residential settings designed for adults aged 55 or older, with options ranging from active independent living to assisted living and memory care.

How many senior communities are listed on this page?

This page features 359 senior communities in South Carolina. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right senior community in South Carolina?

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 South Carolina, 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 senior communities in South Carolina?

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.