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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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Overview of Yucca Assisted Living

Set in the sunny neighborhood of Chandler, AZ, Yucca Assisted Living provides a safe and relaxing environment for assisted living. Residents here can bask in Arizona’s gorgeous weather while embracing the warmth of loving care and attention from the community’s reliable care team. The community makes sure residents always feel well-cared for by offering them assistance with their daily living activities 24/7.

As an intimate, residential-like community, Yucca Assisted Living fosters close-knit connections among residents and focused attention from caregivers. Residents here also feel safe and secure in their cozy accommodations which allows them to spend their personal time in peace. With easy access to the city amenities and attractions, it is easy to enjoy countless opportunities for fun and recreation. At Yucca Assisted Living, you can enjoy a simple yet fulfilling life away from stress and worries.

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Overview of The Oasis at Fellowship Square Surprise

Surrounded by thriving local amenities in Surprise, AZ, The Oasis at Fellowship Square Surprise is a blissful retreat that offers independent living. The community features cozy and specially designed one- and two-bedroom apartments, dedicated to residents’ comfort and safety. Residents can keep their peace of mind with the community handling the housekeeping and maintenance.

Fun recreational activities and engaging programs are also conducted to encourage residents to live actively and maintain social connections. Mealtimes foster comfort and satisfy dietary needs with delightful and healthy dining options. The community is equipped with a fitness center, pickleball courts, a heated swimming pool, a dog park, a putting green, and a woodworking shop, creating the ideal setting for residents to live comfortably in their golden years.

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Overview of Merrill Gardens at Anthem

Treat yourself to a lifetime vacation with the distinct senior living community of Merrill Gardens at Anthem tucked in the stunning lands of West Rose Canyon Circle, Anthem, AZ, providing assisted living, independent living, and memory care. With a variety of sophisticated and spacious studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom residences, seniors experience unrivaled comfort and security. Moreover, a team of committed and highly qualified professionals delivers top-notch care and support for residents to enjoy the things they love and lead an inspiring life.

Maintain an active and well-engaged lifestyle within the vibrant and friendly environment of Merrill Gardens at Anthem. To enhance seniors’ well-being, the community orchestrates nourishing programs and exciting events. With its signature Anytime Dining program, residents enjoy delightful and nutritious meals throughout the day to satisfy their cravings and meet dietary needs. Merrill Gardens at Anthem is a safe place for seniors to live confidently with its incredible amenities and serene spaces.

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Overview of Manor Village at Desert Ridge

Situated within the Toscana at Desert Ridge neighborhood of Phoenix, Manor Village at Desert Ridge has maintained operational status for a duration of five years. The facility utilizes a three-story structure positioned at the outer boundary of local walkability standards. With a Walk Score of 47, most logistical needs and external errands necessitate the use of a private vehicle, a reality the community attempts to balance through the provision of on-site transportation services. The campus maintains a strategic proximity to the HonorHealth Scottsdale Thompson Peak Medical Center, which is located 2.3 miles away.

The facility possesses a total capacity of 129 beds, partitioned into one-bedroom and two-bedroom residential units. The floor plans range from 590 square feet at the entry-level tier to slightly exceeding 1,000 square feet for the most expansive layouts, a dimension that provides a level of space notably above the average for assisted living environments. The care architecture incorporates independent living, assisted living, and memory care services, constructing a systematic pathway that permits residents to maintain residency as their individual clinical requirements evolve over time.

The internal service ecosystem includes beauty services, housekeeping, scheduled transportation, structured exercise programs, and diverse recreational opportunities. Culinary offerings follow a daily protocol that features a primary entree option alongside a secondary selection. The community facilitates periodic local excursions and maintains a pet-friendly policy. Administrative oversight rests with Nicolle Blais, while Manor Village US Holdings, LLC retains operational control.

Manor Village at Desert Ridge functions as a large-format, multi-level community defined by unit sizes that prioritize square footage. It serves as an effective operational environment for individuals who place a high value on maintaining continuity of residence across multiple care stages within a suburban Phoenix setting.

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Overview of MorningStar Senior Living at Golden Ridge

A few minutes away from Peoria, MorningStar Senior Living at Golden Ridge in Glendale provides exceptional senior independent living, assisted living, and memory care options tailored to each individual’s needs. The community prides itself on providing the best accommodations, striving to be Glendale’s top-ranked assisted living community. It is an elegant community built on its contemporary design and styling, allowing for a more luxurious environment while providing resort-like service. Residents of MorningStar at Golden Ridge can rest assured that they can feel like they’re a home away from home.

The upscale community boasts elegant designs and exclusive amenities such as its dining room, brightly-lit lounge areas, spacious apartments, courtyard, and arts and crafts studio. MorningStar promotes a stress-free lifestyle for their residents, providing essential services– housekeeping, social and recreational events, and transportation events. Management encourages residents to participate in activities and maximize the amenities to socialize and promote a warm and welcoming environment.

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Overview of The Retreat at Alameda

A hundred and four beds puts The Retreat at Alameda in a different category than the small, ten-bed homes scattered around Phoenix. This is a larger operation, two stories, tucked into the Alameda Business Park area of Maricopa County at 1920 W Alameda Road. Kari Curry administers the place; it’s been running for five years now.

Scale changes how care gets structured here; instead of one flat tier, residents fall into either directed care, which tops out at 32 people, or personal care, which can hold up to 72. Add memory care into that mix and you get a building set up to handle a genuinely wide range of need, not just one type of resident. Apartments come in studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom layouts, so there’s some flexibility in how people actually live day to day.

Getting around outside the building is another story. Walk Score sits at 27, which is low. so most trips off the property mean getting in a car, not walking down the block.

Food is handled by professional chefs working restaurant-style service, built around fresh and seasonal ingredients, with dietary accommodations available when a resident’s health calls for it. Feeding over a hundred residents well, with individual accommodations, takes real kitchen infrastructure.

On the regulatory side, state inspection activity here has tended to center on care planning, documentation practices, and general housekeeping and upkeep, the kind of oversight that shows up in day-to-day operations rather than pointing to specific incidents.

Put simply, this is a large-scale community built to flex across care levels, from lighter personal care up through memory care, for families who need options under one roof more than they need a walkable neighborhood.

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Overview of The Lakes Apartments

Ideally located in the harmonious neighborhood of Tucson, AZ, The Lakes Apartments is a blissful retreat that offers independent living. Prioritizing the comfort of those 55+, the community features specially designed and cozy one- and two-bedroom floor plans. This pet-friendly community also promotes a vibrant and welcoming environment, so residents can feel a sense of belonging during their stay.

Residents have fun and make new friends with state-of-the-art amenities, like the fitness center, pool, spa, clubhouse, and library. With delightful restaurants nearby, residents have plenty of dining options to satisfy their dietary needs and preferences. Weekly transportation is also provided for residents’ convenience and safety. The community is ideal for those seeking independence in their golden years, especially with its friendly setting.

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Overview of Hacienda De Los Arcos

Peacefully nestled near Eldorado Park and Vista Del Camino Park in Scottsdale, AZ, Hacienda De Los Arcos is an outstanding 55+ community that offers independent living. Residents find the accommodation that best matches their preferences with the community’s specially designed and spacious one- and two-bedroom floor plans. Pets are also welcome to accompany residents to ease their loneliness.

With shopping and entertainment sites nearby, residents will not run out of things to do to remain active and socially engaged. Residents also delight in plenty of dining options that satisfy their dietary needs and preferences with tasty restaurants nearby. The community’s state-of-the-art amenities and friendly setting make it an ideal retirement destination.

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Overview of Fellowship Towers

Conveniently located near the Carl T. Hayden Veterans’ Administration Medical Center in Phoenix, AZ, Fellowship Towers is a purposely built community that offers independent living. This 17-story community features plenty of beautifully furnished and cozy accommodations, ensuring residents’ comfort and safety. Here, residents can keep their peace of mind with 24-hour controlled access and various local amenities.

There’s no dull moment with fun games and exciting events conducted, so residents can interact with their surroundings and gain meaningful experiences. With delightful restaurants and various local amenities nearby, residents have quick access to their needs and preferences. Amenities include a library, exercise venues, a computer room, a rooftop skyline, and a game room, creating the ideal setting for a worry-free retirement.

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Overview of Sun Wood Senior

Enjoy the best of your golden years at Sun Wood Senior, a distinct community in Peoria, AZ, offering independent living. With specially designed and spacious one- and two-bedroom floor plans, residents find the accommodation that best matches their preferences. The community’s convenient apartment features ensure residents enjoy a worry-free lifestyle. N

Residents will not feel lonely with plenty of recreational opportunities, with the community’s proximity to entertainment and shopping amenities. Tasty restaurants nearby also provide plenty of dining options to meet residents’ dietary needs and preferences. The community is equipped with state-of-the-art amenities, including a business center, a clubhouse, a spa, a heated swimming pool, and a library, creating the ideal setting for a worry-free retirement.

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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.