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Best Independent Living in Abilene, TX

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Last updated
Jun 2026
We analyzed
5 homes in Abilene, TX

Sources: CMS Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, and Texas Department of Health, Office of Aging and Long Term Care.

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Avg. Monthly cost: $1,905
National average: $5,600
Monthly cost range: $715 - $3,080
National average: $3,400 – $8,200
Avg. Staff-to-Resident ratio: Unknown
National average: 1:6

Compare Independent Living around Abilene (Metro Area)

Lyndale Abilene
IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Abilene (Far Southside)
120
Facility 120
TX AVG 80
Rank #210 / 988
No
14
Facility 14
TX AVG 41
Rank #1180 / 1391
28
Facility 28
TX AVG 22
Rank #162 / 583
A+6565 Central Park Blvd Opco LLC
30
Facility 30
TX AVG 6
Rank #829 / 834
426Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Abilene Senior Village
IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

Abilene (Chimney Rock Area)
-No
6
Facility 6
TX AVG 41
Rank #1286 / 1391
14
Facility 14
TX AVG 22
Rank #323 / 583
A+----Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms
Mesa Springs Retirement Village
IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Abilene (Far Southside)
89
Facility 89
TX AVG 80
Rank #439 / 988
Yes
24
Facility 24
TX AVG 41
Rank #1040 / 1391
33
Facility 33
TX AVG 22
Rank #139 / 583
A+----1 Bed / 2 Bed
Wisteria Place Independent Living
IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Abilene (River Oaks/Brookhollow)
-No
58
Facility 58
TX AVG 41
Rank #328 / 1391
38
Facility 38
TX AVG 22
Rank #122 / 583
A+----1 Bed
University Place
IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

Abilene (Abilene Heights Area)
-No
58
Facility 58
TX AVG 41
Rank #328 / 1391
34
Facility 34
TX AVG 22
Rank #138 / 583
A+----Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

Lyndale Abilene

6565 Central Park Blvd, Abilene, TX 79606
Overview of Lyndale Abilene

Proudly offering an inviting environment with a small-town feel, Lyndale Abilene Senior Living is a vibrant community that excels in housing a professional care staff and convenient features that provide comfort and hospitality.  The independent living retirement home boasts a serene environment that practices a resident-centered philosophy that aims to enhance every senior’s standard of living. They embody the highest quality of social gatherings, faith services, and wellness programs that provide a relaxing lifestyle for seniors in retirement. Lyndale is a community that aims to make a difference in its residents’ lives, serving with compassion, patience, and understanding.

Experiencing Lyndale means delight and energy for seniors who are encouraged to socialize with residents their age who hail from different backgrounds. The life for residential assisted living and independent living offers something for everyone, where residents can dip their toes and find interest through their restaurant-style dining, walking paths, fishing pond,  and full-service salon; as well as cottages for independent living and private apartments for assisted living are designed to meet the needs of every resident.

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Abilene Senior Village

2225 Covenant Dr, Abilene, TX 79606
Overview of Abilene Senior Village

Operating for over 14 years, Abilene Senior Village is a retirement community in Abilene, Texas, that offers independent living. The community also features private and semi-private rooms in a single-story setting, ensuring older adults can rest comfortably. Transportation services, recreational programs, and in-apartment appliances are also provided to help residents maintain their independence. Pets are also welcome, allowing residents to bring their small animal companions.

Social events and organized activities foster interactions and encourage residents to remain active. A fitness center, an outdoor grilling area, and a pet park are among the amenities available on-site, ensuring residents can move around and socialize. Its surrounding area is also car-dependent, requiring residents and visiting families to utilize transportation to visit or access services.

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Overview of Mesa Springs Retirement Village

Located at the heart of Abilene, TX, is Mesa Springs, a retirement village that offers independent services to its residents. The community offers different living arrangements that are pet friendly, and ranging from one-to-two bedroom units ranging from small to large, equipped with a private kitchen and bath, and some with carports. While Mesa Springs provide independent living, this community still ensures that they provide compassionate and personalized care to its residents.

Mesa Springs Retirement Village not just offers comfortable living experiences, but also a worry free one. From restaurant-quality dining, fitness programs, housekeeping and laundry services, grooming services, residents can experience the joy of retirement while being surrounded by beautiful sprawling grounds among wildflowers and verdant meadows.

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Overview of Wisteria Place Independent Living

Wisteria Place Independent Living, is one of Wisteria Place’s senior living communities located in Abilene, TX. They offer independent living and additional services, tailored to the needs of their residents looking to live independently during their golden years. They offer two bedroom private cottages equipped with their own bathrooms and kitchen.

Though living independently, Wisteria Place still offers their residents with services that provide assistance to daily living activities. Such services include daily medication reminders, light housekeeping, personal laundry services, and meal delivery or escort to and from communal dining areas. They also create regular programs and activities, creating opportunities for their senior residents to stay engaged, and physically and mentally active.

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University Place

1250 E N 10Th St, Abilene, TX 79601
Overview of University Place

University Place Independent Living, located in Abilene, TX, aims to redefine retirement by giving the resident control of each and every day, through their independent living services. Their lifestyle programming along with their highly-trained staff ensures that each resident makes the most of their golden years. The community offers a vast selection of living arrangements ranging from classic one-to-two bedroom apartments, and studio type apartments, each equipped with full kitchens and private bathrooms.

While the University Place Independent Living community provides independent living, it still offers a wide array of amenities including three daily chef-prepared meals, spacious walking paths, a full-service beauty salon and barber shop, and regular housekeeping. Their well-stocked library, and extensive cultural and social activities, also keeps the residents amused, as well as socially and mentally active.

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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 Independent Living in Abilene, TX

What is the average cost of independent living in Abilene, TX?

The average monthly cost of independent living in Abilene, TX is approximately $1,905. Actual rates vary by community, level of care, and floorplan.

What is the price range for independent living in Abilene, TX?

Independent living in Abilene, TX typically ranges from $715 - $3,080 per month, depending on the community, room type, and care needs.

What is independent living?

Independent living communities are residential settings for active older adults — typically with private apartments or cottages, shared amenities (dining, fitness, activities), and no built-in medical care.

How many independent living communities are listed on this page?

This page features 5 independent living communities in Abilene, TX. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right independent living community in Abilene, TX?

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 Abilene, TX, 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 independent living communities in Abilene, TX?

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.