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Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 229 independent living communities in AZ using AZ Dept. 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: 54The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Arizona. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90

Compare Independent Living around Arizona

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 to lowest based on our ranking methodology.

Freedom Plaza Arizona
IL
AL
HOS
MC
NH
SNF
Peoria (North Plaza Del Rio Boulevard)
111
Facility 111
AZ AVG 54
Rank #111 / 521
Yes
28
Facility 28
AZ AVG 38
Rank #501 / 777
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
48
Facility 48
AZ AVG 12
Rank #4 / 547
A+Ian G Lewis
87
Facility 87
AZ AVG 82
Rank #96 / 300
19
6
Facility 6
AZ AVG 9
Rank #136 / 399
0.3
Facility 0.3
AZ AVG 1.8
Rank #8 / 399
Vi at Silverstone
IL
AL
MC
NH
SNF
Scottsdale (North Scottsdale)
24
Facility 24
AZ AVG 54
Rank #230 / 521
Yes
43
Facility 43
AZ AVG 38
Rank #331 / 777
Villa / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
14
Facility 14
AZ AVG 12
Rank #171 / 547
-Andrew Quinn
88
Facility 88
AZ AVG 82
Rank #87 / 300
6
11
Facility 11
AZ AVG 9
Rank #241 / 399
1.8
Facility 1.8
AZ AVG 1.8
Rank #158 / 399
The Terraces of Phoenix
IL
AL
MC
NH
SNF
Phoenix (Camelback East Village)
64
Facility 64
AZ AVG 54
Rank #187 / 521
Yes
62
Facility 62
AZ AVG 38
Rank #130 / 777
1 Bed / 2 Bed--Kordell Erickson
66
Facility 66
AZ AVG 82
Rank #269 / 300
15
26
Facility 26
AZ AVG 9
Rank #341 / 399
1.7
Facility 1.7
AZ AVG 1.8
Rank #151 / 399
Vi at Grayhawk
IL
AL
MC
NH
SNF
Scottsdale (Grayhawk)
36
Facility 36
AZ AVG 54
Rank #223 / 521
Yes
8
Facility 8
AZ AVG 38
Rank #707 / 777
-
28
Facility 28
AZ AVG 12
Rank #45 / 547
A+-
87
Facility 87
AZ AVG 82
Rank #104 / 300
4
8
Facility 8
AZ AVG 9
Rank #182 / 399
2.0
Facility 2.0
AZ AVG 1.8
Rank #172 / 399
Grandview Terrace Health & Rehabilitation Center
IL
AL
MC
NH
SNF
Sun City West (West Granite Valley Drive)
72
Facility 72
AZ AVG 54
Rank #170 / 521
Yes
42
Facility 42
AZ AVG 38
Rank #345 / 777
Private / Semi-Private Rooms--Cherie Keating----
Atria Park of Sierra Pointe
IL
AL
RC
Scottsdale (Sierra Pointe)
250
Facility 250
AZ AVG 54
Rank #4 / 521
Yes
73
Facility 73
AZ AVG 38
Rank #33 / 777
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
12
Facility 12
AZ AVG 12
Rank #201 / 547
B-Stephani M Acuna-1
1
Facility 1
AZ AVG 9
Rank #1 / 399
1.0
Facility 1.0
AZ AVG 1.8
Rank #73 / 399
Broadway Proper Independent & Assisted Living
IL
AL
HOS
MC
NH
SNF
Tucson (Broadway Proper)
255
Facility 255
AZ AVG 54
Rank #3 / 521
No
57
Facility 57
AZ AVG 38
Rank #179 / 777
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
50
Facility 50
AZ AVG 12
Rank #1 / 547
-Katrina Ellsworth
92
Facility 92
AZ AVG 82
Rank #70 / 300
3
9
Facility 9
AZ AVG 9
Rank #201 / 399
3.0
Facility 3.0
AZ AVG 1.8
Rank #256 / 399
Brookdale Santa Catalina
IL
AL
MC
NH
SNF
Tucson (Sin Vacas)
155
Facility 155
AZ AVG 54
Rank #33 / 521
Yes-Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
27
Facility 27
AZ AVG 12
Rank #50 / 547
A+-
72
Facility 72
AZ AVG 82
Rank #227 / 300
6
14
Facility 14
AZ AVG 9
Rank #273 / 399
2.3
Facility 2.3
AZ AVG 1.8
Rank #207 / 399
Pueblo Norte Senior Living Community
IL
AL
MC
Scottsdale (Scottsdale Pueblo Norte)
60
Facility 60
AZ AVG 54
Rank #189 / 521
Yes
74
Facility 74
AZ AVG 38
Rank #28 / 777
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
18
Facility 18
AZ AVG 12
Rank #123 / 547
-Dawn R Larrarte-2
4
Facility 4
AZ AVG 9
Rank #89 / 399
2.0
Facility 2.0
AZ AVG 1.8
Rank #172 / 399
Fellowship Square-Mesa
IL
AL
MC
Mesa (East Main Street)
59
Facility 59
AZ AVG 54
Rank #194 / 521
No
56
Facility 56
AZ AVG 38
Rank #189 / 777
1 Bed / 2 Bed
46
Facility 46
AZ AVG 12
Rank #11 / 547
A+Jon S Williams-2--
Brookdale Peoria
IL
AL
MC
NH
SNF
Peoria (West Greenbrian Drive)
72
Facility 72
AZ AVG 54
Rank #170 / 521
Yes
56
Facility 56
AZ AVG 38
Rank #189 / 777
Suite
16
Facility 16
AZ AVG 12
Rank #149 / 547
-Colleen Rookerson-2--
Villa Hermosa
IL
AL
MC
Tucson (Harold Bell Wright Estates)
135
Facility 135
AZ AVG 54
Rank #57 / 521
Yes
78
Facility 78
AZ AVG 38
Rank #15 / 777
1 Bed / 2 Bed
19
Facility 19
AZ AVG 12
Rank #107 / 547
A+Amber A Harkin
75
Facility 75
AZ AVG 82
Rank #104 / 300
6
14
Facility 14
AZ AVG 9
Rank #273 / 399
2.3
Facility 2.3
AZ AVG 1.8
Rank #207 / 399
Yuma Senior Living
IL
AL
MC
RC
Yuma
202
Facility 202
AZ AVG 54
Rank #16 / 521
Yes
81
Facility 81
AZ AVG 38
Rank #7 / 777
Private / Semi-Private / 1 Bed Suite
9
Facility 9
AZ AVG 12
Rank #254 / 547
A+Deborah N Hall
91
Facility 91
AZ AVG 82
Rank #96 / 300
7
3
Facility 3
AZ AVG 9
Rank #64 / 399
0.4
Facility 0.4
AZ AVG 1.8
Rank #16 / 399
Alta Vista Senior Living Community
IL
AL
MC
Prescott
59
Facility 59
AZ AVG 54
Rank #194 / 521
Yes
48
Facility 48
AZ AVG 38
Rank #278 / 777
-
19
Facility 19
AZ AVG 12
Rank #107 / 547
A+Danielle Hughart-2
2
Facility 2
AZ AVG 9
Rank #28 / 399
1.0
Facility 1.0
AZ AVG 1.8
Rank #73 / 399
Brookdale Central Paradise Valley
IL
AL
MC
Phoenix (Paradise Valley Village)
155
Facility 155
AZ AVG 54
Rank #33 / 521
Yes
67
Facility 67
AZ AVG 38
Rank #75 / 777
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
19
Facility 19
AZ AVG 12
Rank #107 / 547
-Brandy Cooper
69
Facility 69
AZ AVG 82
Rank #247 / 300
6
29
Facility 29
AZ AVG 9
Rank #355 / 399
4.8
Facility 4.8
AZ AVG 1.8
Rank #328 / 399
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Clearwater Agrittopia

2811 East Agritopia Loop S, Gilbert, AZ 85296
Overview of Clearwater Agrittopia

A luxurious independent living, assisted living, memory care, and respite care facility in Gilbert, Clearwater Agrittopia is a comfortable place that is inviting to all residents of different backgrounds. These are all created to ensure that residents can live a stress-free lifestyle and create a joyous experience in the community. The luxurious senior living community provides families that their loved ones are in great hands.  

A member of the Clearwater group, Agrittopia provides an array of upscale amenities and resort-like hospitality for residents of independent living, assisted living, and memory care.  Seniors can live a meaningful lifestyle through simple day-to-day living by socializing at their very own Sky Deck, Silk Tassel Tea Room, and Infusions Wine Cellar, as well as enjoy their essential services such as housekeeping and laundry, transportation and concierge, and round-the-clock care. 

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Overview of Robson Reserve at Sun Lakes

As you step in the grounds of Robson Reserve at Sun Lakes, you would immediately feel the elegance and striking accommodation of the staff. Robson Reserve boasts a high standard of senior living for residents of independent living, assisted living, and memory care. Their living options are beyond imaginable because residents are able to discover something that inspires them to make life better each day while embracing the moment. Robson Reserve is a desirable senior living residence because of its approach to letting individuals do as they place and be celebrated for their stepping stones they’ve accomplished during their senior years.

It’s a community that provides world-class amenities and resourceful services that help each day get easier for seniors. Robson Reserve boasts progressive programming and professional caregivers, allowing each resident to take into consideration the ways staff and management promote wellness and dining centered with their amenities and services– from fitness classes to delicious dining, everything is provided with care and kindness. A lot of the services and amenities designed in the community are for all residents of different living options– to further feel comfortable and secure by living conveniently and purposefully.

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Overview of Inspira Gateway by Cogir

Inspira Gateway is where inspiration thrives and residents experience an environment that truly uplifts the spirit. This exceptional home embraces a modern and serene atmosphere, ensuring that seniors find solace and receive top-quality assisted living for seniors in a welcoming setting. With a range of services including independent living, assisted living, and memory care living facilities, Inspira Gateway opened its doors in early 2022, ready to provide an array of programs and activities for seniors to enjoy.

At Inspira Gateway, residents have the freedom to choose from various floor plans, allowing them to tailor their living space to their preferences. The community offers memory care benefits including personalized attention, cognitive stimulation, and a safe and secure environment. The home boasts an on-site salon for a touch of pampering and a heated swimming pool for relaxation and recreation. A state-of-the-art fitness studio awaits those who seek to maintain their physical well-being, while a talent room invites creativity and artistic expression. The well-being and security of residents are paramount at Inspira Gateway. Communitywide security measures and a 24-hour emergency call response system ensure that safety is prioritized at all times.

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Woodmark At Sun City

17207 N Boswell Blvd, Sun City, AZ 85373
Overview of Woodmark at Sun City

Situated just off Bell Road, The Woodmark at Sun City presents a truly enriching living experience, offering a harmonious blend of independent living, assisted living, and memory care. Set in a modern yet classically stylish environment, the community exudes warmth and coziness, with wood-style flooring and private patios or balconies providing a perfect retreat. The attention to detail shines through in every aspect, from impeccable housekeeping and trash services to seamless cleaning and laundry assistance, elevating the senior living experience to new heights.

With around-the-clock assistance and culinary experiences that delight the senses, it becomes an ideal haven where seniors thrive. Residents find a variety of floor plans to choose from, ranging from studios to one and two-bedroom layouts, ensuring a comfortable and tailored living space. Convenience is key, with Starbucks, Pizza Hut, Arrowhead Mall, and prominent healthcare centers like Banner Boswell Medical Center and Abrazo Arrowhead Hospital all within easy reach.

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Overview of The Enclave at Gilbert Senior Living

The Enclave at Gilbert Senior Living: it’s not trying to be one kind of place. It’s a 133-bed community on South Val Vista Drive in Gilbert, Arizona, and it covers independent living, assisted living, and memory care all under one three-story roof. That’s worth noting up front, because it means a family isn’t necessarily choosing a facility just for right now. They’re choosing one that can (in theory) hold steady as needs change.

Gilbert Operator, LLC owns the building, and Briana Watson runs it day to day as administrator. Eight years in, this isn’t brand new, but it’s also not an institution with decades of history behind it. The neighborhood itself is what I’d call car-dependent-ish: Walk Score of 35, so you can walk to a few things, but you’re driving for most errands. That’s just Gilbert.

Inside, residents get studio, one-bedroom, or two-bedroom layouts. There’s an art studio, a library, a music room, plus walking paths and courtyards if someone wants to be outside instead. Housekeeping and maintenance are handled by staff, and there’s transportation service too, which honestly takes a real logistical weight off families who’d otherwise be shuttling someone to every appointment. Pets are allowed here. If your parent has a dog they’ve had for twelve years, that’s not a dealbreaker.

On the regulatory side: Arizona’s Department of Health Services, through its Bureau of Long Term Care Licensing, inspects communities like this one, and the themes that tend to come up statewide involve staffing and credentials, hazardous-materials handling, care documentation, resident rights, and fall prevention. That’s fairly standard territory for licensed senior communities across the state.

What you’re really looking at is a mid-sized community built to flex across independent living, assisted living, and memory care, with enough indoor and outdoor amenity space that daily life doesn’t feel confined to a single hallway.

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Overview of Friendship Village Tempe

Ideally situated near Banner Desert Medical Center in Tempe, AZ, Friendship Village Tempe is an outstanding community that offers independent living. Residents find the accommodation that best matches their preferences with specially designed and cozy one- to- three-bedroom floor plans to ensure their comfort and safety. The community also provides an exclusive Assistance-in-Living (A.I.L.) to aid residents in times of emergency.

With plenty of recreational sites and convenient local amenities nearby, residents will not feel lonely and make new friends. Residents also have plenty of dining options with a variety of delightful restaurants nearby. The community is ideal for those seeking independence in their golden years, especially with its dedicated services and state-of-the-art amenities.

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Scottsdale Village Square

2620 N 68Th St, Scottsdale, AZ 85257
Overview of Scottsdale Village Square

Scottsdale Village is a luxury community that genuinely understands the aging process and is dedicated to providing its residents with the highest care. Offering independent living, assisted living, and memory care options, residents maintain an engaging and active lifestyle throughout. The community’s specially trained staff is committed to helping seniors achieve complete independence while maintaining a purposeful life.

The lifestyle at Scottsdale Village is built on comfort, flexibility, and security in an expansive and beautiful community. The resort-style living allows residents to focus on themselves while receiving compassionate support and care. Accommodations include premium services and amenities– fitness activities, recreational programs, scheduled outings, entertainment programs, specialized programs, gourmet-style dining, housekeeping, transportation, and ADLs.

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Overview of The Views at Lake Havasu

Spend your golden years doing the things you love with the distinct senior living community of The Views at Lake Havasu in Swanson Avenue, Lake Havasu City, AZ, focusing on independent living. With the needs and preferences of individuals 55 and better, the community provides elegant and snug residences to ensure their comfort. Seniors have more time to focus on the things they want with the maintenance and housekeeping cared for.

Entertainment options and live programs are also orchestrated for seniors’ leisure and wellness. A variety of dining options is also available for residents to enjoy hassle-free mealtimes. The Views at Lake Havasu goes above and beyond to provide a haven for seniors to experience the lifestyle they have always dreamed of with its resort-style amenities.

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Overview of Desert Winds Assisted Living

Desert Winds Retirement Community is the premier independent living, assisted living, and memory care home in Peoria. Providing an exquisite senior living lifestyle, seniors will cultivate a vibrant social life during retirement. Management ensures that residents maintain an active and independent living while receiving full support. Residents are encouraged to pursue their interests and find new activities that flourish in a nurturing environment.

The community boasts a list of comprehensive amenities that make retirement feel like a permanent vacation. These include a swimming pool, a courtyard, landscaped grounds, an expansive dining menu experience, and private apartments.

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Overview of Clarendale of Chandler

Located in Chandler, Arizona, Clarendale of Chandler provides a range of lifestyle options for seniors to meet their needs. They offer a vibrant community where residents can enjoy an engaging and fulfilling lifestyle surrounded by a supportive and caring team. This assisted living community provides independent senior living in villa or apartment homes, as well as assisted living and memory care services.

With over 40 years of combined experience in senior care, the dedicated team members at Clarendale of Chandler are fully committed to serving the residents. Managed by Life Care Services®, an LCS® Company, Clarendale of Chandler offers the highest level of service and care to its residents. With Life Care Services celebrating 50 years of success as the second largest provider of fine senior living, you can be assured of exceptional care and support at Clarendale of Chandler.

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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 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 229 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.