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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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Jul 2026
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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

Compare Independent Living around Arizona

Freedom Plaza Arizona
IL
AL
HOS
MC
NH
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
18
12
Facility 12
AZ AVG 9
Rank #399 / 500
0.7
Facility 0.7
AZ AVG 1.8
Rank #171 / 500
Brookdale Peoria
IL
AL
MC
NH
SNF
Peoria (West Greenbrian Drive)
72Yes 56 Suite15B-Colleen Rookerson-2
-
Facility -
AZ AVG 9
Rank #1 / 500
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Facility -
AZ AVG 1.8
Rank #1 / 500
Amber Lights
IL
AL
MC
RC
Tucson
150Yes 15 1 Bed12A+Teresa L Merritt-2
-
Facility -
AZ AVG 9
Rank #1 / 500
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Facility -
AZ AVG 1.8
Rank #1 / 500
Fellowship Square-Mesa
IL
AL
MC
Mesa (East Main Street)
59No 56 1 Bed / 2 Bed46A+Jon S Williams-2
-
Facility -
AZ AVG 9
Rank #113 / 500
-
Facility -
AZ AVG 1.8
Rank #134 / 500
The Ranch Estates at Scottsdale
IL
AL
RC
Scottsdale (Central Scottsdale)
137Yes 62 1 Bed / 2 Bed1A+--1
-
Facility -
AZ AVG 9
Rank #1 / 500
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Facility -
AZ AVG 1.8
Rank #1 / 500
Atria Park of Sierra Pointe
IL
AL
RC
Scottsdale (Sierra Pointe)
250Yes 73 Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed11B-Stephani M Acuna-1
-
Facility -
AZ AVG 9
Rank #113 / 500
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Facility -
AZ AVG 1.8
Rank #178 / 500
The Springs of Scottsdale
IL
AL
Scottsdale (South Scottsdale)
56No 63 Studio / 1 Bed2A+Terri L Stapleton-4
-
Facility -
AZ AVG 9
Rank #1 / 500
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Facility -
AZ AVG 1.8
Rank #1 / 500
Brookdale Santa Catalina
IL
AL
MC
NH
SNF
Tucson (Sin Vacas)
155No 0 Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed27A+-
71
Facility 71
AZ AVG 82
Rank #31 / 53
6
59
Facility 59
AZ AVG 9
Rank #479 / 500
9.8
Facility 9.8
AZ AVG 1.8
Rank #490 / 500
Silver Springs
IL
AL
MC
Green Valley (Santa Rita Springs)
107Yes 13 Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed12A+Cathleene J Dabney-5
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Facility -
AZ AVG 9
Rank #148 / 500
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Facility -
AZ AVG 1.8
Rank #126 / 500
La Sonora at Dove Mountain
IL
AL
MC
Marana
116No 20 Studio / Suite / 1 Bed / 2 Bed4A-Rebecca Allison-12
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Facility -
AZ AVG 9
Rank #1 / 500
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Facility -
AZ AVG 1.8
Rank #1 / 500
Villa Hermosa
IL
AL
MC
Tucson (Harold Bell Wright Estates)
135Yes 78 1 Bed / 2 Bed12A+Amber A Harkin-5
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Facility -
AZ AVG 9
Rank #289 / 500
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Facility -
AZ AVG 1.8
Rank #263 / 500
Atria Campana del Rio
IL
AL
MC
Tucson (Colonia Del Rio)
100Yes 65 Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed14C+Suzanne M Porter-9
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Facility -
AZ AVG 9
Rank #326 / 500
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Facility -
AZ AVG 1.8
Rank #217 / 500
Emerald Springs Senior Living
IL
NH
AL
MC
RC
Yuma
200Yes 9 Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed6A+April L Chavez-11
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Facility -
AZ AVG 9
Rank #326 / 500
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Facility -
AZ AVG 1.8
Rank #171 / 500
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 #488 / 500
3.8
Facility 3.8
AZ AVG 1.8
Rank #465 / 500
The Montecito Senior Living
IL
AL
MC
Peoria (North 87Th Avenue)
141Yes 40 Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed4A+Heath D Van Gysel-9
-
Facility -
AZ AVG 9
Rank #309 / 500
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Facility -
AZ AVG 1.8
Rank #178 / 500
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Overview of Wildwood 55+ Manufactured Home Community

Beautifully set in the thriving neighborhood of Yuma, AZ, Wildwood 55+ Manufactured Home Community is an astounding community that offers independent living. Featuring specially designed and spacious two- and three-bedroom accommodations, the community ensures residents are comfortable and safe. Residents also keep their peace of mind in the community’s warm and welcoming environment.

With a variety of resort-style amenities and fun activities, including billiards, bingo, darts, library, shuffleboard courts, spa, and swimming pool, residents will not run out of things to do and can make new friends. Delightful restaurants are also set nearby, providing residents with 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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Victory at Verrado

20865 W. Princeton Circle, Buckeye, AZ 85396
Overview of Victory at Verrado

Spend your golden years at Victory at Verrado, a one-of-a-kind 55+ community in Buckeye, AZ, offering independent living. Residents’ comfort and safety are prioritized with purposely built ad spacious floor plans. The community also provides quick access to healthcare with trusted healthcare providers nearby.

Residents are encouraged to live actively and make new friends with a thoughtfully curated calendar of fun recreational activities and leisure sites. With various dining venues and convenient amenities nearby, residents find dining options that cater to their dietary needs and preferences. The community’s extensive amenities and dedicated services create the ideal setting for a blissful retirement.

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Overview of Suncrest Vista at Canyon Trails 55+ Apartment

Beautifully set near Deer Run at Canyon Trails HOA Park in Goodyear, AZ, Suncrest Vista at Canyon Trails is an astounding 55+ community that offers independent living. The community has beautifully furnished and cozy one- to three-bedroom floor plans, ensuring residents are comfortable and safe. Residents maintain their independence with the community’s 24-hour emergency maintenance service.

Residents’ recreation and wellness are prioritized with the community’s state-of-the-art amenities, including a community room, a business center, a fitness center, a library, and a theater room. With a variety of tasty restaurants nearby, residents enjoy delightful and healthy dining options that cater to their dietary needs and preferences. The community is ideal for those looking to live comfortably in their golden years, especially with its warm and welcoming environment.

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Overview of Mera City Center

Surrounded by serene green spaces like Surprise Community Park in Surprise, AZ, Mera City Center is a blissful 55+ community that offers independent living. Featuring specially designed and cozy one- and two-bedroom floor plans, the community strives to keep residents comfortable and safe. Residents enjoy a convenient lifestyle with the community’s variety of amenities.

Promoting an active and vibrant lifestyle, a thoughtfully curated calendar of fun recreational activities and enriching programs is conducted. With delightful restaurants nearby, residents have a variety of dining options to satisfy their dietary needs and preferences. This pet-friendly community is filled with beautifully designed amenities, including a resort-style pool, a pickleball court, a bocce court, a media room, a game room, a craft room, and a business center, creating the ideal setting for a worry-free retirement.

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Rose Garden

11596 W Sierra Dawn Blvd, Surprise, AZ 85378
Overview of Rose Garden

Spend your golden years at Rose Garden, an idyllic 55+ community in Surprise, AZ, offering independent living. Residents live comfortably in the community’s beautifully designed and spacious two- and three-bedroom floor plans. The community strives to maintain residents’ independence, ensuring they enjoy a blissful retirement.

With a jam-packed calendar of fun recreational activities and enriching programs, residents can spend their days as they please. The community also conducts parties, potlucks, and dances to promote social interactions. Amenities include a clubhouse, a sauna, a heated pool, a spa, pickleball courts, bocce ball courts, shuffleboard courts, and a dance floor, creating the ideal setting for a blissful retirement.

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Overview of Mera Greenfield

Make the most of your independence at Mera Greenfield, a blissful retreat in Mesa, AZ, offering independent living. Prioritizing the comfort of those 55+, the community features specially designed and spacious one-to-three-bedroom floor plans. Residents enjoy a convenient lifestyle in the community’s vibrant and nurturing environment.

Promoting an active lifestyle, the community features cozy communal spaces and inviting amenities, which include a resort-style pool, a pickle ball court, a dog park, a media room, a game room, a craft room, and a library. With delightful restaurants nearby, residents enjoy a variety of dining options to satisfy their dietary needs and preferences. The community is great for those looking to live independently in retirement.

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Overview of Senior Living at Henson Village

Experience the best of your golden years at Senior Living at Henson Village, a welcoming 62+ community in Phoenix, AZ, offering independent living. Featuring purposely designed and cozy one- and two-bedroom floor plans, the community strives to make residents feel comfortable and safe throughout their stay. Residents also enjoy a maintenance-free living with its convenient amenities and helpful team.

With a well-thought-out calendar of fun activities and exciting events, residents can meet new friends and spend their days as they please. Delightful restaurants and local amenities are also nearby, ensuring residents have a variety of dining options that meet their dietary needs and preferences. This pet-friendly community is equipped with a library, five laundry areas, a swimming pool, a fitness center, and a courtyard, creating the perfect setting for residents’ recreation and wellness.

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Overview of The Oaks Assisted & Senior Living

Conveniently nestled in the heart of downtown Gilbert, AZ, The Oaks Assisted & Senior Living offers resort-style living for seniors with a passion for life. The community provides independent living, assisted living, and memory care, ensuring customized support for every stage of life. Residents can enjoy emergency response pendants and 24-hour on-call personal care, enhancing their sense of security. The Oaks also offers a range of accommodations, including studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom floor plans.

Focused on creating a vibrant and supportive environment for seniors, The Oaks offers a range of convenient amenities, including weekly housekeeping, complimentary laundry services, and shuttle bus excursions. Residents can also enjoy a beauty salon, urban backyard patio, library, gym with daily exercise classes, and all-inclusive dining with over ten delicious choices at every meal. The community fosters a sense of luxury and care, making every day feel like a special occasion.

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Overview of Straight Arrow II Assisted Living

Taking pride in its exceptional services, Straight Arrow II Assisted Living is a trusted community in the area of Phoenix, AZ designed for a continuum of care. Residents don’t have to move out for their changing needs with independent living, assisted living, memory care, and respite care offered in one place. An attentive care team is available 24/7 to provide personalized care, including assistance with daily living activities like personal hygiene and medication reminders.

Residents coping with memory loss are offered a safe environment and special programs designed to improve their condition. Numerous activities fill residents’ days with fun and opportunities for meaningful interactions. Convenient services like housekeeping and laundry are also provided to ensure residents can focus on living their dream retirement without worry.

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Overview of Philosophy Care Home

Beautifully set near the RMRS Fort Valley Experimental Forest in Flagstaff, AZ, Philosophy Care Home is an idyllic retreat that offers independent living. The community has purposely built and cozy studio and one-bedroom floor plans, ensuring residents are comfortable and safe. Residents can keep their peace of mind in the community, handling the housekeeping and laundry.

Residents can spend their days as they please with the community’s engaging activities and enriching programs. Delightful and healthy meals are also served to satisfy residents’ dietary needs and preferences. The community also provides transportation services for residents’ convenience. With its exceptional services and state-of-the-art amenities, residents enjoy their golden years without worries.

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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
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 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.