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Our editorial team analyzed 3 independent living communities in Auburn, ME using ME Dept. of Health & Human Services (DHHS) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank independent living in ME
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Info below is compiled from the ME Dept. of Health & Human Services (DHHS), 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 TableAL (Assisted Living):
Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing.
NH (Nursing Home):
24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs.
MC (Memory Care):
Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia.
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.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
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.
How many inspections had one or more citations recorded. Compare to total inspections to see how often problems were found on visit.
Total count of citations (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
The average number of citations this facility receives each time it's inspected, calculated as total citations ÷ total inspections. A lower number suggests more consistent compliance with safety and care standards.
Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each independent living community is ranked against every other ME independent living community we track that reports that metric, not just the 3 analyzed for Auburn. See how we rank facilities
Clover Health Care specializes in delivering personalized services tailored to meet the unique needs of your loved ones. Offering independent living, assisted living, memory care, and nursing care, the staff delivers a heartfelt resident-centered approach to care; they strive to help seniors and adults thrive in the comfort of their own homes. With over 40 years of experience, expect Clover Health Care to help achieve your goals and holistic needs.
Their all-inclusive amenities include daily delicious and nutritious meals by a chef, weekly housekeeping and laundry, transportation to and from, specialized programs, social gatherings, and educational activities.
Set on Parkview Circle in Brunswick, Maine, Brunswick Retirement Village is an 84-bed independent living community built around simplicity. A car still matters here. The Walk Score sits at 25, “somewhat walkable,” so groceries, appointments, and errands mostly mean driving rather than walking out the front door.
The cost structure is layered but predictable. One-bedroom apartments start at $1,425 a month, two-bedroom units at $1,750, and two-bedroom end units run $1,800. On top of monthly rent, residents pay a $700 entry fee, which is non-refundable, and a $100 move-in deposit that is. Utilities, including water, sewage, and grounds maintenance, are folded into the arrangement, and the building doesn’t allow smoking anywhere on the premises.
One admissions detail sets this community apart from most independent living options: renters who are Seventh-day Adventists receive priority. It’s a specific, structural fact worth knowing early, since it can shape how competitive or how open the waitlist feels depending on a family’s own circumstances.
Brunswick Retirement Village works best for older adults who want a modest, self-sufficient living setup with clear monthly costs and utilities already handled, in a community where daily life still runs on four wheels rather than sidewalks.
Oxford Meadow Apartments sits on Main Street in Oxford, Maine, in the Oxford Shopping Plaza area. This is an independent living community. Each resident lives in their own apartment. Each resident runs their own day, their own way. There is no on-site medical care or personal care built into daily life here. It works well for someone who wants their own space and does not need regular help.
Getting around on foot takes some planning. The Walk Score for this spot is 38. That falls in the “somewhat walkable” range. A resident could probably walk to a store close by. Most other trips will mean a car, or a ride from someone else.
Every community above is evaluated across six weighted categories using public data including state inspection records, review platforms, BBB profiles, and operator-published materials. Rank badges compare each community against other independent living communities in the same state — never against a different care type.
The single largest share of every ranking. Aggregated review sentiment and volume from major platforms — the closest signal to real resident experience.
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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.
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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.
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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
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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.
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Walk Score
Pricing Transparency
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Avg Walk Score:37/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Auburn, ME. 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:97The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Auburn, ME. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
Frequently Asked Questions about Independent Living in Auburn, ME
What is the average cost of independent living in Auburn, ME?
The average monthly cost of independent living in Auburn, ME is approximately $2,722. Actual rates vary by community, level of care, and floorplan.
What is the price range for independent living in Auburn, ME?
Independent living in Auburn, ME typically ranges from $1,760 - $4,422 per month, depending on the community, room type, and care needs.
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 3 independent living communities in Auburn, ME. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.
How do I choose the right independent living community in Auburn, ME?
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 Auburn, ME, 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 Auburn, ME?
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.
If you move into a community through us, that community may pay us a referral fee. This never changes your cost or which options we recommend. Learn more
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