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Best Independent Living in Allegheny County, PA

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 5 independent living communities in Allegheny County, PA using Pennsylvania Department of Human Services (DHS) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank independent living in PA
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Apr 2026
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Avg Walk Score: 49/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Allegheny County, PA. 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: 109The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Allegheny County, PA. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90

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Apple Blossom Senior Living
IL
AL
MC
RC
Moon Twp (Coraopolis)
150
Facility 150
PA AVG 94
Rank #52 / 555
No
25
Facility 25
PA AVG 46
Rank #501 / 668
Brodhead Senior Living LLC
76
Facility 76
PA AVG 83
Rank #326 / 460
17
5
Facility 5
PA AVG 4
Rank #347 / 482
70.6%
Facility 70.6%
PA AVG 72.7%
Rank #283 / 482
82
Facility 82
PA AVG 63
Rank #385 / 482
4.8
Facility 4.8
PA AVG 5.7
Rank #305 / 482
Profit--
70.0%
Facility 70.0%
PA AVG 68.8%
Rank #251 / 485
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed / Cottage
Grace Manor at North Park
IL
AL
MC
Allison Park
67
Facility 67
PA AVG 94
Rank #366 / 555
No
11
Facility 11
PA AVG 46
Rank #595 / 668
Mos Grace Mgt LLC
82
Facility 82
PA AVG 83
Rank #257 / 460
17
4
Facility 4
PA AVG 4
Rank #301 / 482
47.1%
Facility 47.1%
PA AVG 72.7%
Rank #74 / 482
45
Facility 45
PA AVG 63
Rank #273 / 482
2.6
Facility 2.6
PA AVG 5.7
Rank #142 / 482
Profit
77
Facility 77
PA AVG 76.9
Rank #168 / 361
1.60
71.6%
Facility 71.6%
PA AVG 68.8%
Rank #232 / 485
Studio / Semi-Private Rooms
Carson Retirement Residence
IL
Pittsburgh (South Side Flats)
-No
85
Facility 85
PA AVG 46
Rank #47 / 668
-----------1 Bed / 2 Bed
Rosshill Retirement Residence
IL
Pittsburgh
-No
59
Facility 59
PA AVG 46
Rank #217 / 668
-----------1 Bed / 2 Bed
South Hills Retirement Residence
IL
Pittsburgh (Mount Washington)
-No
64
Facility 64
PA AVG 46
Rank #184 / 668
-----------1 Bed / 2 Bed
Donahue's Personal Care I
RC
Pittsburgh
17Kevin & Romona DonahueProfit
Ebony's Personal Care
RC
Mckeesport
18Ebonys EnterprisesProfit
Evening Star Personal Care Home
RC
Wilmerding
19Evening Star LLC12525Profit
Favers Residential Care Home
RC
Pittsburgh
14Favers Residential Care Home INC8148Profit
Fawn Care
RC
Tarentum
16Fawn Care LLC12744Profit
H & M Personal Care Home
RC
Moon Township
18H And M Personal Care Home INC8354Profit
Henderson House
RC
Pittsburgh
25Rosalie J Dapice738Profit
Hillview Home
RC
Coraopolis
20Hillview Home INC5129Profit
Merakey Pennsylvania
RC
Russellton
10Merakey Pennsylvania728Non-Profit
Mercy Behavioral Health - Munhall Manor
RC
Munhall
16Mercy Life Center Corporation7337Non-Profit
Outlook Manor
RC
West Mifflin
12Mercy Life Center Corporation411Non-Profit
Passavant Memorial Homes-Crawford (759)
RC
Pittsburgh
8Passavant Memorial Homes411Non-Profit
Passavant Memorial Homes-Old Noblestown (1009)
RC
Oakdale
8Passavant Memorial Homes11221Non-Profit
Pennwood Nursing And Rehabilitation Center
RC
Pittsburgh
10Pennwood Nursing And Rehabilitation Center LLC10361Profit
Perry South Personal Care Home
RC
Pittsburgh
8Perry South Personal Care Home LTD9142Profit
Remed Recovery Care Centers
RC
Pittsburgh
8Remed Recovery Care Centers319Profit
Remed-Gibsonia
RC
Gibsonia
8Remed Recovery Care Centers24Profit
The Villages Of Harmar, LLC
RC
Cheswick
23The Villages Of Harmar, LLCProfit
Upmc Western Behavioral Health At Mon Yough
RC
White Oak
18Mon Yough Community Services INC517Non-Profit
Overview of Apple Blossom Senior Living

Enjoy your best years living a vacation-like life with the distinguished senior living community of Apple Blossom Senior Living set in the beautiful Apple Blossom Way, Moon Twp, PA, offering independent living, memory care, and personal care. With its elegant and purposely designed accommodations in a variation of studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments, the community strives to provide a haven for seniors to experience unmatched comfort and convenience. Boasting a team of reliable and specially trained professionals who deliver top-tier care and support around the clock, Apple Blossom Senior Living encourages seniors to ease their minds and gain meaningful experiences.

The community fosters a friendly and nourishing environment, utilizing a holistic approach to ensure residents enhance every aspect of their well-being. Moreover, Apple Blossom Senior Living provides serene spaces and convenient amenities for entertainment and leisure. Treat yourself to resort-style dining and eat well with delicious and healthy meals that satisfy dietary needs and tastes. With its peaceful campus ideally placed near local amenities and attractions, Apple Blossom Senior Living is ideal for seniors looking to live in comfort and luxury.

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Grace Manor at North Park

9565 Babcock Blvd, Allison Park, PA 15101
Overview of Grace Manor at North Park

Live your life to the fullest with the distinct senior living community of Grace Manor at North Park in Babcock Boulevard, Allison Park, PA, providing personal care. Featuring bright and airy accommodations, the community ensures seniors optimize comfort and convenience. The community goes above and beyond to help seniors with their daily activities for a better quality of life.

Live an active and well-engaged lifestyle with meticulously curated activities and exciting events. Committed to seniors’ well-being, Grace Manor at North Park also provides physical, occupational, and speech therapy. Have a delightful conversation with friends over healthy and tasty meals for dietary satisfaction and lively mealtimes. Grace Manor at North Park is great for seniors wanting to experience a hassle-free retirement in its vibrant and welcoming community.

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Overview of Carson Retirement Residence

Providing top-notch care since 2000, Carson Retirement Residence is a reliable senior living community set in the quiet lands of Carson Street, Pittsburgh, PA, that offers retirement housing. With cozy and sophisticated residences including one-bedroom and two-bedroom apartments, seniors experience a relaxed and secure retirement. The community prides itself on a compassionate and highly qualified team providing top-tier care and assistance.

Carson Retirement Residence fosters a bright and inviting environment, providing convenient and incredible amenities for seniors’ leisure and wellness. The community also provides scheduled transportation to ensure seniors’ needs and desires are well-provided. With its beautifully manicured grounds and purposely- built spaces, Carson Retirement Residence is great for seniors seeking to live an independent lifestyle while keeping their peace of mind.

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Overview of South Hills Retirement Residence

With its innovative spaces, the esteemed senior living community of South Hills Retirement Residence in Ruth Street, Pittsburgh, PA, offers independent living. Featuring a total of 106 snug and meticulously built residences in varied one-bedroom and two-bedroom floor plans, the community ensures seniors experience comfort and safety like no other. South Hills Retirement Residence strives to deliver round-the-clock maintenance for seniors to have more time to enjoy their independence.

South Hills Retirement Residence promotes a vibrant and inviting environment, ensuring residents experience its incredible amenities for their leisure and wellness. The community also provides scheduled transportation for residents to meet their needs and desires. With its well-maintained landscapes and safe spaces, South Hills Retirement Residence strives to provide a friendly abode for seniors looking to maximize their freedom without worries.

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Overview of Rosshill Retirement Residence

Rosshill Retirement Residence is an affordable 62+ independent living community in Pittsburgh, PA, that offers well-designed apartments. With a variety of one- and two-bedroom apartments in a suburban setting, the community ensures older adults can live comfortably during their stay. Residents can also maintain their independence with ease, with 24-hour maintenance, on-site management, and scheduled transportation. The community strives to help residents downsize in retirement based on their preferences through affordable and market-rate apartments.

Light exercises and social events ensure residents can make friends and stay active. State-of-the-art amenities, including a library, a greenhouse, and outdoor patios, are also available, so residents can rest and freely try new hobbies. Located near UPMC Passavant – McCandless and plenty of green spaces in Pittsburgh, the community guarantees a laid-back retirement. This independent living community has thoughtfully curated amenities, making it one of the best options for senior living in Pennsylvania.

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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 Allegheny County, PA

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 Allegheny County, PA. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right independent living community in Allegheny County, PA?

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 Allegheny County, PA, 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 Allegheny County, PA?

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.