Page 22 of Best Independent Living in Arizona

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

Communities are listed from highest-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our 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. 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. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care.
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.
Number of years the company has been in operation.
A named contact for the facility. Hover the name to see their role — Administrator (state administrator of record or facility-provided administrator), Nursing Director, Medical Director, or Staff. The most authoritative available is shown.
Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
The Oaks by Senior Lifestyles
IL
AL
MC
Gilbert
-Yes-Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed9Shelly Hamilton1
Deer Valley Gardens
IL
Sun City West
16Yes-1 Bed / 2 Bed30Mario Velez Jr.5
American Groves Senior Living
IL
AL
Gilbert (Ka-Lo Park)
116Yes
26
Facility 26
AZ AVG 39
Rank #149 / 217
--Briana Watson1
Prescott Lakes Senior Apartments
IL
Prescott
-Yes
7
Facility 7
AZ AVG 39
Rank #202 / 217
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Villas by Mary T of Casa Grande
IL
Casa Grande
-Yes-2 Bed / 3 Bed9Rebecca Rounds1
Carefree Village
IL
E Yuma
-No
5
Facility 5
AZ AVG 39
Rank #207 / 217
2 Bed---
FSL Havasu Hills Apartment
IL
Lake Havasu City
-No
28
Facility 28
AZ AVG 39
Rank #137 / 217
1 Bed---
Ur Amazing Assisted Living
IL
AL
MC
RC
Chandler (Canyon Oaks)
5No
5
Facility 5
AZ AVG 39
Rank #207 / 217
Private / Shared Rooms2Raymund V Varela1
The Buttes at Sundance
IL
Casa Grande
-No
2
Facility 2
AZ AVG 39
Rank #216 / 217
2 Bed / 3 Bed---
Cimarron Crossing
IL
San Tan Valley
-Yes-2 Bed / 3 Bed---

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Overview of Carefree Village

Carefree Village Resort is a luxurious 55+ independent living community in Yuma, AZ, that offers a variety of one- and two-bedroom homes. As a family-owned community, the community ensures older adults feel at home with its resort-style setting. Recreational opportunities and fitness programs also helps residents to stay active in their later years. The community strives to maintain affordability, so residents experience a high-quality living while staying on a budget.

Painting, line dancing, and card night are among the activities that residents can participate in to connect with friends and have fun. A fitness center, a corn hole court, and two heated pools can also be used for recreation and wellness. With its quiet setting in the lively neighborhood of Yuma, residents are guaranteed a stress-free lifestyle. The community’s unique and welcoming atmosphere allows older adults to thrive in retirement, making it an ideal option for senior living in Arizona.

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Quail Run RV

14010 S Amado Blvd, Arizona City, AZ 85123
Overview of Quail Run Rv

Enjoy a vacation-like retirement lifestyle at Quail Run Rv, a dynamic senior living community based in a vibrant neighborhood in Pinal County, Arizona City, AZ. The community offers invigorating independent living experience with surrounding stunning desert views, hiking trails, and major cities. Residents can choose from an array of cozy one-bedroom apartments with convenient access to vibrant amenities and various services.

Each day is filled with fun and enjoyment with a brimming calendar of activities and recreational events, as well as a wide array of recreational amenities. Residents can enjoy a round of billiards and bocce with friends or enjoy the pickle ball and shuffleboard courts. Those who want to relax can enjoy a nice and refreshing swim at the outdoor pool or go to the cozy spa. Residents can also enjoy a quiet time alone with a good book at the well-stocked library. Pets are also welcomed to provide residents with a sense of companionship, making their days even brighter.

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Overview of American Groves Senior Living

American Groves Senior Living is a luxury independent living and assisted living home in Gilbert. It has continuously been practicing a personal approach to the meaningful service they are guaranteed to deliver to the seniors. Management and its compassionate care staff strive to make a difference in the lives of individuals and hope to feel inspired to embrace the beauty of an elevated lifestyle. American Groves is a beautiful community that is the home of endless possibilities.

As an American Care Concepts Community, the retirement home prides itself on its beautiful amenities, found in its in-house executive chef and culinary team, to provide the best and finest dishes in its dining room, calendar-filled activities to keep residents engaged, and enriching wellness programs at the fitness center– among many others. Their essential services include wheelchair-accessible showers, kitchenettes, ground-floor units, and social and recreational activities.

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Overview of Ur Amazing Assisted Living

Serving compassionate care amidst a cozy setting, Ur Amazing Assisted Living in Chandler, AZ is an idyllic community for assisted living. Life here is made convenient with the help of reliable caregivers that provides emotional support and assistance with daily living activities. Aging with dignity is a priority here, allowing residents to maintain their independence while benefitting from 24/7 care.

Enjoy a vibrant living experience with a full range of activities designed to foster physical activity and camaraderie. Mealtimes are enjoyable with fresh meals tailored to cater to unique dietary requirements using the freshest ingredients. Here, residents can retire in comfort knowing that they are in great and capable hands.

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Overview of The Buttes at Sundance

Enjoy your independence at The Buttes at Sundance, a distinguished community in Casa Grande, AZ, offering independent living. The community features specially designed and cozy two- and three-bedroom apartments, ensuring residents are comfortable and safe. Residents feel a sense of belonging in the community’s warm and welcoming environment.

Residents spend their days as they please with the community’s state-of-the-art amenities and friendly communal spaces. Delightful restaurants are set nearby, providing plenty of dining options to satisfy their dietary needs and preferences. The community is ideal for those looking to downsize in retirement.

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Overview of Prescott Lakes Senior Apartments

Prescott Lakes Senior Apartments offers independent living accommodations in Prescott, Arizona, for older adults aged 55+. Residents maintain their own schedules and lifestyles in private apartments while benefiting from access to dining options, social programs, and shared amenities. The community is best suited for older adults who do not require personal care services but value convenience, recreation, and opportunities to connect with neighbors.

An emphasis on active living is reflected in the property’s amenities, which include a heated swimming pool, therapeutic spa, 24-hour fitness center, craft room, library, and game room with spaces for billiards and card games. Outdoor features include walking paths, barbecue areas, and a private dog park for residents with pets.

Daily conveniences are integrated throughout the community. Complimentary shuttle transportation helps residents reach local destinations, while on-site laundry facilities, package receiving services, fax and copy access, and an online resident portal simplify routine tasks. Accessibility features such as elevators and grab bars are incorporated into the property, and both covered resident parking and guest parking are available.

Located on Blooming Hills Drive, the community has a Walk Score of 7, indicating that most errands and appointments require a vehicle. For residents who primarily use the shuttle service and on-site amenities, however, daily needs can often be met close to home.

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Overview of The Oaks by Senior Lifestyles

A two-story assisted living community on Rome Street in Gilbert, Arizona, is The Oaks by Senior Lifestyles. It offers flexible floor plans with studio, one-, and two-bedroom options to fit individual needs and preferences. Nestled in a car-dependent area where most daily errands and activities require an automobile, the property offers occupants and families a calmer residential setting away from busier commercial districts.

As an assisted living environment, The Oaks by Senior Lifestyles supports daily living activities while encouraging independence. Its layout and housing diversity are designed to handle residents at different stages and with varying care needs. This setting type attracts those seeking a more personalized approach to aging in place with the flexibility to select the living space best for their situation.

Families considering The Oaks by Senior Lifestyles may want to tour it in person to get a sense of the available floor plans, daily activities, and on-site services. An on-site visit is an opportunity to speak directly with the staff and to see if its approach and setting match a loved one’s wants and needs.

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Deer Valley Gardens

15051 W Deer Valley Dr, Sun City West, AZ 85375
Overview of Deer Valley Gardens

Make the most of your best years at Deer Valley Gardens, a distinct community in Sun City West, AZ, offering independent living. With cozy and specially designed one- and two-bedroom floor plans, the community ensures residents find the accommodation that best matches their preferences. The community offers income-based rents to ease residents’ financial burdens.

Encouraging residents to live actively and maintain social connections, cozy communal spaces and welcoming amenities are available. With delightful restaurants nearby, residents enjoy plenty of dining options to satisfy dietary needs and preferences. Residents also enjoy the community’s various amenities, including a business center, a clubhouse, a fitness center, a spa, a pool, and serene walking trails.

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Overview of Villas by Mary T of Casa Grande

Villas by Mary T of Casa Grande is an affordable 55+ independent living community in Casa Grande, AZ, that features wheelchair-accessible two- and three-bedroom apartments. The community’s warm and welcoming environment ensures older adults can find a home away from home in their later years. Every apartment features a dishwasher, an attached garage, and kitchen appliances for residents’ convenience. With its thoughtfully curated amenities, the community ensures older adults can maintain their independence with ease.

Group outings, light exercises, and recreational activities provide residents with more options to spend their days actively. A clubhouse with cable TV and internet, a swimming pool, and a private covered patio are among the many amenities dedicated to residents’ relaxation. Residents also have a laid-back retirement with its ideal location in the quiet residential area of Casa Grande. This independent living community is committed to helping older adults live independently in retirement, making it an ideal option for senior living in Arizona.

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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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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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Independent Living in Arizona at a glance

Avg Walk Score: 39/ 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: 105The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Arizona. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90
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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 228 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.