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Best Independent Living in Biloxi, MS

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 4 independent living communities in Biloxi, MS using MS State Dept. of Health (MSDH) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank independent living in MS
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Avg Walk Score: 21/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Biloxi, MS. 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: 99The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Biloxi, MS. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90

Compare Independent Living around Biloxi (Metro Area)

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

Communities are listed from highest to lowest based on our ranking methodology.

SummerHouse Bay Cove
IL
AL
MC
Biloxi
142
Facility 142
MS AVG 70
Rank #10 / 265
Yes
8
Facility 8
MS AVG 33
Rank #251 / 319
Studio / 1 BedI, LLC
Gabriel Manor Retirement Apartments
IL
Biloxi
52
Facility 52
MS AVG 70
Rank #185 / 265
Yes
49
Facility 49
MS AVG 33
Rank #87 / 319
Studio / 1 Bed-
Summerfield Senior Living of Gulfport
IL
AL
MC
Gulfport (Lyman)
61
Facility 61
MS AVG 70
Rank #120 / 265
Yes
-
Facility -
MS AVG 33
Rank #294 / 319
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-
SummerHouse Bay Cove
IL
AL
MC
Biloxi
142
Facility 142
MS AVG 70
Rank #10 / 265
Yes
6
Facility 6
MS AVG 33
Rank #263 / 319
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Overview of SummerHouse Bay Cove

The most immediately useful thing to know about SummerHouse Bay Cove is how it is organized. The 142-bed assisted living and memory care community in Biloxi, Mississippi, runs its services through a set of named programs rather than a generic amenity list.

Sensations Dining handles chef-prepared daily meals. Celebrations manages activities and outings. Dimensions covers health and fitness. Expressions Concierge provides personalized resident services. Impressions handles housekeeping and maintenance. Connections covers transportation.

A Military Veterans Program rounds out the lineup. GLOW Memory Care is the named program for residents living with Alzheimer’s or dementia, with Alzheimer’s care confirmed as an on-site offering.

The physical setup supports range: studio and one-bedroom layouts at 680 Bay Cove Drive, with room sizes running from 350 square feet up to just over 1,000. Licensed nurses and CNAs are on 24 hours a day, and respite stays are available.

The location in Harrison County is 6.4 miles from Biloxi’s city center and about 2 miles from Keesler Medical Center. The neighborhood carries a Walk Score of 8, so the on-site Connections Transportation program is a practical necessity rather than a convenience. Pets are welcome.

At 142 beds, this is one of the larger assisted living communities in the area. The layered program structure is the defining feature: SummerHouse Bay Cove is built for residents and families who want a defined, organized service environment, particularly those navigating memory care needs or veteran-specific programming.

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Overview of Gabriel Manor Retirement Apartments

Located at 2321 Atkinson Road in Biloxi, Mississippi, Gabriel Manor Retirement Apartments is a community that comprises 52 residences in a mid-rise building. It offers studio and one-bedroom floor plans. The Biloxi location has a Walk Score of 49. Some nearby services may be within walking distance, but most errands and appointments will likely require a car.

Families exploring senior living options in the Biloxi area should take a tour of Gabriel Manor. It’s the best way to learn about the community’s daily life, activities, dining, and the full range of services and support for residents.

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Overview of Summerfield Senior Living of Gulfport

Summerfield Senior Living of Gulfport is an assisted living, independent living, and memory care community that Ryan Marcomb operates at 14744 N Swan Rd in Gulfport, Mississippi. It offers residential options in studio, one-, and two-bedroom floor plans in a 61-bed facility.

The car-dependent location in Gulfport has limited nearby walkable options for errands or activities, so families and occupants must plan for transportation needs when visiting or managing daily activities outside the home. As an assisted living, independent living, and memory care provider, Summerfield Senior Living of Gulfport caters to older adults at different levels of care needs. Residents in assisted living get support with daily activities, while independent living residents enjoy a residential setting with community services and dining access. The facility likewise offers memory care services for occupants with cognitive decline or Alzheimer’s disease.

The facility provides a multi-level care setting in a supportive community environment. This lets residents stay in the same community as their care needs change.

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Overview of SummerHouse Bay Cove

SummerHouse Bay Cove sits on the waterfront in Biloxi, Mississippi, about 8.5 miles from the city center in Harrison County. The 142-bed community, owned by Biloxi Opco I, LLC, offers assisted living, independent living, and memory care under one roof. A Walk Score of 6 means most errands call for a car rather than a walk.

Staffing runs around the clock, and respite stays give families a short-term option when they need one. Memory care operates through a named track called GLOW Memory Care, so that population has a defined program rather than a generalized approach folded into standard assisted living.

The rest of daily life is organized into branded programs. Sensations covers dining, Celebrations runs activities and events, and Dimensions handles health and fitness. Connections manages transportation, Impressions covers housekeeping and maintenance, and Expressions Concierge takes on day-to-day requests. A Military Veterans Program rounds out the offering, worth noting for households with a service background.

Three levels of care under a single roof, paired with round-the-clock staffing and this many named programs, points to a community built for continuity. A resident could move from independent living into assisted living or memory care without changing addresses, which is the kind of structural detail that matters most for families planning years ahead rather than months.

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Weighting overview

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    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.

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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.

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  • 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.

  • Includes
  • 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.

  • Includes
  • 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
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 Biloxi, MS

What is the average cost of independent living in Biloxi, MS?

The average monthly cost of independent living in Biloxi, MS is approximately $1,691. Actual rates vary by community, level of care, and floorplan.

What is the price range for independent living in Biloxi, MS?

Independent living in Biloxi, MS typically ranges from $440 - $4,331 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 4 independent living communities in Biloxi, MS. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right independent living community in Biloxi, MS?

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 Biloxi, MS, 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 Biloxi, MS?

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.