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Best Independent Living in Arizona

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 230 independent living communities in Arizona using Arizona Department of Health Services (ADHS) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank independent living in AZ
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Avg Walk Score: 38/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Arizona. 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: 103The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Arizona. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90

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Freedom Plaza Arizona
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SNF
Peoria (North Plaza Del Rio Boulevard)
111No 28 Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed48A+Ian G Lewis
78
Facility 78
AZ AVG 82
Rank #13 / 53
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12
Facility 12
AZ AVG 9
Rank #11 / 38
0.7
Facility 0.7
AZ AVG 1.8
Rank #6 / 38
Brookdale Peoria
IL
AL
MC
NH
SNF
Peoria (West Greenbrian Drive)
72Yes 56 Suite15B-Colleen Rookerson-2--
Amber Lights
IL
AL
MC
RC
Tucson
150Yes 15 1 Bed12A+Teresa L Merritt-2--
Fellowship Square-Mesa
IL
AL
MC
Mesa (East Main Street)
59No 56 1 Bed / 2 Bed46A+Jon S Williams-2--
The Ranch Estates at Scottsdale
IL
AL
RC
Scottsdale (Central Scottsdale)
137Yes 62 1 Bed / 2 Bed1A+--1--
Atria Park of Sierra Pointe
IL
AL
RC
Scottsdale (Sierra Pointe)
250Yes 73 Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed11B-Stephani M Acuna-1--
The Springs of Scottsdale
IL
AL
Scottsdale (South Scottsdale)
56No 63 Studio / 1 Bed2A+Terri L Stapleton-4--
Brookdale Santa Catalina
IL
AL
MC
NH
SNF
Tucson (Sin Vacas)
155Yes 0 Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed27A+-
71
Facility 71
AZ AVG 82
Rank #31 / 53
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59
Facility 59
AZ AVG 9
Rank #31 / 38
9.8
Facility 9.8
AZ AVG 1.8
Rank #35 / 38
Silver Springs
IL
AL
MC
Green Valley (Santa Rita Springs)
107Yes 13 Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed12A+Cathleene J Dabney-5--
La Sonora at Dove Mountain
IL
AL
MC
Marana
116No 20 Studio / Suite / 1 Bed / 2 Bed4A-Rebecca Allison-12--
Villa Hermosa
IL
AL
MC
Tucson (Harold Bell Wright Estates)
135Yes 78 1 Bed / 2 Bed12A+Amber A Harkin-5--
Atria Campana del Rio
IL
AL
MC
Tucson (Colonia Del Rio)
100Yes 65 Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed14C+Suzanne M Porter-9--
Emerald Springs Senior Living
IL
NH
AL
MC
RC
Yuma
200Yes 9 Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed6A+April L Chavez-11--
Friendship Village Tempe
IL
AL
MC
NH
SNF
Tempe (East Southern Avenue)
128No 28 Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed49A+Jadyne Schmidt
70
Facility 70
AZ AVG 82
Rank #35 / 53
12
46
Facility 46
AZ AVG 9
Rank #28 / 38
3.8
Facility 3.8
AZ AVG 1.8
Rank #28 / 38
The Montecito Senior Living
IL
AL
MC
Peoria (North 87Th Avenue)
141Yes 40 Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed4A+Heath D Van Gysel-9--
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Overview of Ridges at Peoria Senior Living

Tucked in the vibrant landscape of Arizona, Ridges at Peoria Senior Living offers a comforting haven for seniors. Spanning 28 acres and managed by The Goodman Group, a name synonymous with exceptional care, this community provides an ideal environment for graceful aging. With over two decades of experience, Ridges at Peoria excels in independent living, assisted living, and memory care.
This premier senior living community boasts a serene atmosphere with relaxing outdoor spaces, including courtyards and private patios. Residents can enjoy a range of amenities, from an outdoor pool and a well-stocked library to convenient scheduled transportation. The community also takes pride in being pet-friendly and offers worry-free living, supported by a 24-hour emergency call system and on-site staffing. With a Montessori-inspired approach to dementia care, Ridges at Peoria ensures residents feel at home while embracing security, comfort, and style.

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Overview of Glencroft Center for Modern Aging

Glencroft Center for Modern Aging is a professional and compassionate independent living, assisted living, memory care, and long-term care home for seniors in Glendale. The community boasts a secure and comfortable environment where many residents and their families feel they belong, thanks to the warm and welcoming atmosphere the home holds. The staff creates a nurturing environment within the community grounds while basking in the privilege of a vacation-like lifestyle and resort-like hospitality.
Glencroft Center offers independent and assisted living seniors the exclusive ZOELife™ program– a comprehensive care plan for holistic wellness– at the Crossings and Casitas Villas, a condo-style apartment and private apartment for seniors in independent living; and the Friendship Villas, an assisted living facility separate from other housing options. The seniors at the memory care facility receive specialized programs that help with cognitive impairment. Long-term nursing home residents receive specialty rehabilitative and skilled nursing care services.

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Overview of Cimarron Crossing

Live a blissful retirement at Cimarron Crossing, an idyllic retreat in San Tan Valley, AZ, offering independent living. The community has beautifully furnished and spacious two- and three-bedroom accommodations, ensuring residents are comfortable and safe. Residents can feel at ease during their stay in the community’s vibrant and welcoming environment.

With a well-thought-out calendar of fun recreational activities and engaging events, residents are encouraged to live actively and maintain social connections. Amenities include a swimming pool, a clubhouse, a putting green, and a bocce ball court, creating the ideal setting for a worry-free retirement. Residents can downsize in their golden years without worries with the community’s state-of-the-art amenities and friendly setting.

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Overview of Infinite Pathways Care Home and Memory Care

Discover the epitome of compassionate care and comfort at Infinite Pathways Care Home and Memory Care. Nestled in a serene neighborhood in Phoenix, AZ this cozy, privately-owned community offers a warm and inviting environment that feels like family.

With a focus on physical and mental wellness, regularly scheduled activities inspire a vibrant and engaging lifestyle, while their all-inclusive care ensures peace of mind for your loved ones. Experience the joy of a worry-free home where compassion, respect, and dignity reign supreme.

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A to Z Assisted Living Care

Desert Bell Estates, 17601 N 6Th Pl, Phoenix, AZ 85022
Overview of A to Z Assisted Living Care

Burrowed in the welcoming neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ, A to Z Assisted Living Care is an esteemed senior living community that offers assisted living and residential care home services. This community is a family-owned and operated assisted living community, licensed by the State of Arizona, catering to a maximum of five residents at a time. Residents can choose from spacious and convenient accommodations with varying floor plans based on their interests.

With its charming ranch-style architecture, spacious windows, and a poolside backyard, residents can have fun, make friends, and relax. This community offers the perfect balance of independence and 24/7 support, ensuring its residents manage daily activities with dignity and ease. With a wide array of top-tier amenities and services, life here is enjoyable, fulfilling, active, and worry-free.

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Overview of Estrella Estates

Overlooking the scenic neighborhood of Goodyear, AZ, Estrella Estates is a welcoming senior living community that offers independent living. Residents enjoy their privacy and comfort in well curated apartments with a wide wide selection of floor plans, including studios, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments. The community prioritizes the security and safety of each resident with 24-hour emergency pull cords, fire protection systems & sprinklers, and live-in managers available throughout the day.

The community strives to provide its residents with engaging and uplifting lifestyles while empowering them to live their best lives through their array of engaging activities, events, and resident travel program. Amenities like a library, salon, billiards & card room, heated swimming pool and grand theater provide plenty of spaces for entertainment and leisure. Services like housekeeping, linen, maintenance, and transportation further enhance residents’ comfort and convenience.

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Overview of Desert Rose Retirement Community

Desert Rose Retirement Community is a well-recognized independent living community in Yuma, AZ, that features over 115 specially designed apartments for older adults. The community’s nurturing and welcoming environment ensures older adults find a home away from home. Chef-prepared meals, weekly housekeeping, and a full-service concierge are among the exceptional services offered to enrich residents’ living experiences. Dedicated to fostering meaningful connections among residents, the community ensures residents can live comfortably in their later years.

Residents can walk around the area, play with friends, and explore new interests through various activities and wellness programs. A library, an on-site salon, and a fitness room are also provided in a pet-friendly setting, allowing residents to relax and interact with friends. Set in the quiet residential area in Yuma, near restaurants and local amenities, the community guarantees accessibility and convenience. This independent living community includes all utilities except phone and provides plenty of services to help older adults make the most of their retirement, making it a great choice for senior living in Arizona.

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Overview of Catalina Square Apartments

Catalina Square Apartments is a specially designed independent living community in Yuma, AZ, that offers affordable apartments for older adults. The community’s home-like environment ensure older adults can keep their peace of mind in their later years. With an on-site property manager, laundry rooms, and planned activities, residents are guaranteed a maintenance-free retirement. Committed to enriching residents’ quality of life, the community ensures affordability while maintaining exceptional quality.

Card games, fun gatherings, and light exercises provide residents with more opportunities to connect with friends and have fun. Residents can also relax and play with pets in the well-maintained communal spaces, like the pet play area, game room, and clubhouse. Grocery stores, shops, restaurants, cafes, and public transportation also surround the area, ensuring accessibility. The community’s many amenities help older adults thrive in retirement, making it one of the best options for senior living in Arizona.

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Overview of Yuma Area Housing Opportunity

Yuma Area Housing Opportunity is a non-profit independent living community in Yuma, AZ, that offers affordable apartments for those 62+ and have mobility impairment. With spacious one-bedroom units in a warm and welcoming environment, the community ensures older adults can downsize in retirement. Following income restrictions, the community also offers income-based rents.

Residents can spend their days based on their interests with easy access to local amenities. Spacious rooms and lively communal spaces also allow residents to rest and connect with friends. Yuma market, a fire station, a pharmacy, and various local amenities also guarantees accessibility and convenience. As one of the affordable options for senior living in Arizona, this independent living community ensures older adults can live comfortably in retirement.

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Overview of Las Quintas Rv Resort

Las Quintas Rv Resort is a lively 55+ independent living community in Yuma, AZ, that has a variety of pet-friendly one-bedroom homes. With its resort-style setting, the community ensure older adults experience the best of their retirement without sacrificing comfort. On-site management, daily activities, and laundry are also offered to enrich residents’ living experiences. The community strives to enhance residents’ quality of life with its thoughtfully designed amenities.

Sports activities, social gatherings, and fitness programs also allow residents to try new hobbies and gain fun experiences. Pickleball courts, spa, and swimming pool are among the exceptional amenities residents can use for leisure and wellness. Ideally set along North Frontage Road, near local amenities in Yuma, the community guarantees accessibility and convenience. With its state-of-the-art amenities and vibrant setting, this independent living community is a trusted choice for senior living in Arizona.

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Weighting overview

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

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 230 independent living communities in Arizona. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right independent living community in Arizona?

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 Arizona, 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 Arizona?

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.