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Best Independent Living in Bradenton, FL

Reviewed by Dr. Jordan Weiss
Updated Apr 2026

Sources: CMS Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, and Florida Department of Health, Office of Aging and Long Term Care.

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Avg. Monthly cost: $1,870
National average: $5,600
Monthly cost range: $467 - $4,356
National average: $3,400 – $8,200
Avg. Staff-to-Resident ratio: Unknown
National average: 1:6

Compare Independent Living around Bradenton (Metro Area)

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Cypress Springs
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Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Bradenton
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FL AVG 127
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Facility 60
FL AVG 42
Rank #350 / 1486
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Stone River Retirement Community
IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

Bradenton
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Facility -
FL AVG 127
Yes
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Facility 39
FL AVG 42
Rank #742 / 1486
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Water’s Edge of Bradenton
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

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Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

RC

Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision.

Bradenton (32Nd Avenue West)
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Facility -
FL AVG 127
No
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Facility 21
FL AVG 42
Rank #1065 / 1486
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Woodlands Village
IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Bradenton (West Samoset)
75
Facility 75
FL AVG 127
Rank #622 / 1065
Yes
42
Facility 42
FL AVG 42
Rank #683 / 1486
1055 301 Boulevard E Opco LLC4870.8%711.5For-Profit$9,000Christopher HallStudio / Suite / 1 Bed / 2 BedC
Bradenton Palms Alf I
AL
Bradenton
16Powell Supportive Services INCNatasha Powell
Cortez House Assisted Living Facility
AL
Bradenton
16Cortez House INCEliseo Tany Rojas
Dorcas House
AL
Bradenton
16Barann, INC.Edward E Velasquez
Lily's Promise LLC
AL
Bradenton
6Lily's Promise LLCKaren Kraner
Lombardo Home (The)
AL
Bradenton
8The Lombardo Home INCMaria C Lombardo
Lombardo Home II (The)
AL
Bradenton
6The Lombardo Home INCMaria C Lombardo
Manatee Assisted Living Facility INC
AL
Bradenton
6Manatee Assisted Living Facility INCMaggie Levonne Gibbs
Neurointernational Healthcare, LLC
AL
Bradenton
6Neurointernational Healthcare LLCJoselyn Bazil
Select Group Homes INC
AL
Bradenton
15Select Group Homes INCRuth Mcbean
Sunny Bower
AL
Bradenton
16Annie's Homes For The Elderly, INC.Maria Grumley

Cypress Springs

9085 Town Center Pkwy, Bradenton, FL 34202
Overview of Cypress Springs

Experience a life of comfort and convenience at Cypress Springs, a reliable senior living community that offers independent living. The community provides intimate and cozy accommodations with a selection of studios, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments that feature access to a full range of services. Residents enjoy the convenience of having housekeeping, linen services, maintenance, and scheduled transportation. With live-in managers available throughout the day, residents are sure to receive immediate attention when emergencies arise.

At Cypress Springs, residents get to experience an incredible variety of activities, outings, and events that foster meaningful moments with family, friends, and fellow residents. With chef inspired cuisine, residents enjoy an enriched dining experience that provides them the nourishment they need to continue living a thrilling lifestyle. Amenities include a theater, heated swimming pool, library, salon, chapel, fitness center, craft room, laundry room, resident travel programs for adventurous people, and beautiful walking paths and gardening spaces for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts.

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Building Type: Mid-rise

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Overview of Stone River Retirement Community

Stone River
Bradenton’s Independent Retirement Community

Welcome to Worry-Free Senior Living in Bradenton!
With its sun-bleached beaches, vibrant community, and rich cultural history, Bradenton is the perfect location for
Stone River Retirement Community. Located in this coastal paradise, you’ll find the Tampa Bay area’s world-class
attractions nearby, along with the pristine Florida Keys just to the south, offering endless opportunities for
adventure and relaxation in your retirement.

Schedule a tour and join us for lunch. You’ll quickly discover why Stone River is a top choice for luxury senior living.

7360 55th Ave. East
Bradenton, FL 34203

Stone River Retirement Community

Discover the joy and ease of all-inclusive retirement living. Picture yourself in a luxurious, safe, and
vibrant community with a fantastic location for fun local outings. With three chef-prepared meals
offered daily, and weekly housekeeping and maintenance included, you’ll have more time for family,
friends, and the other important things in life. This vision comes to life at Stone River Retirement Community

Designed for comfort, our apartment homes come in a variety of floor plans. Each living space features
window coverings, a climate-controlled thermostat, and ample closet space. The apartment kitchens are
also equipped with full-sized appliances. You are free to decorate your unit around your unique tastes.
Pets are also warmly welcome for no additional fee.

Our Signature Freedom Dining program is the focal point of the resort lifestyle and often the most
praised feature of our community. Our executive chef prepares three quality meals daily with an
evolving menu, fresh ingredients, and diet-conscious recipes. Can’t make it to dinner? No worries. With
our meal delivery service, we’ll prepare you a plate and bring it to your door. You can also visit the
“chef’s pantry” for snacks any time – day or night.

The most important part of our community is the shared spaces that allow you to meet other residents,
celebrate fun and memorable moments, and relax. Our common areas include a 150-seat theater,
library, billiards room, arcade, conversation areas, a lounge with bar, superb fitness and exercise room,
spa area, and business center. Our Lifestyle Director plans monthly community events around these
spaces, allowing you to practice new skills, see new things, meet new people, and much more.

While our community focuses on making your retirement fun and fulfilling, our greatest priority is your
safety. Our managers are your neighbors and live on-site to ensure you are happily enjoying your best
retirement life. With our 24/7 Emergency Alert System, round-the clock concierge, and live-in managers
there’s never a moment when you are unable to reach somebody for help!

Our gorgeous community is full of amenities and services, allowing you to enjoy all the conveniences of
all-inclusive living without the hassle of upkeep. Our ample list of amenities and robust social calendar
offers you choice and flexibility in how you choose to spend your time.

Additionally, if you’re ever craving a change of scenery and don’t want to leave behind the comforts we
offer, no worries! With our travel program, you can explore the country while staying at any of our other
Resort Lifestyle Communities locations for no additional cost.

Relax in the theater while watching a movie or get active in a group fitness class; spend teatime with the
gals or watch a game with the guys; cuddle up with a good book or go join a happy hour for fun times
with the neighbors! However you wish to spend your time, we are here to support the retirement of
your dreams.

Retire well. Retire here. Call today to schedule a private tour!

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Minimum Age: 55 Years Old

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Room Sizes: 566 / 650 / 694 / 706 / 759-1206 sq. ft

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Building Type: 3-story

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Safety Systems

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Health Programs

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Computer Room

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Overview of Water’s Edge of Bradenton

Set in the vibrant town of Bradenton, FL, Water’s Edge of Bradenton is a welcoming senior living community providing assisted living, independent living, and memory care services. Here, residents can choose from independent living apartments or villas that are spacious and cozy accommodations ranging from studio to one-bedroom to two-bedroom. In terms of memory care, they provide a combination of personalized day-to-day care that are all within a close-knit community full of convenient amenities. By learning your loved one’s routine, they hope to nurture the unique personality that makes them who they are.

Offering above-and-beyond amenities and services, residents can enjoy a wide range of healthy, wholesome meals, fitness classes, and personal training, social events such as book clubs, housekeeping, weekly laundry service, concierge services, and scheduled transportation. Have fun with a full calendar of events and activities. They also provide unmatched comfort and security 24/7 with their security system, concierge, and a property manager on site. With Water’s Edge of Bradenton, seniors are assured of an all-encompassing living experience.

What does this home offer?

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Room Sizes: 621-1165 / 974-1424 sq. ft

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Housing Options: 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Building Type: Mid-rise

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Fitness and Recreation

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Overview of Woodlands Village

Providing seniors with accessible senior living experience and honoring military veterans with an exceptional experience, Woodlands Village is a distinguished senior living community situated in the stunning neighborhood of 301 Boulevard East, Bradenton, FL that focuses on independent living. With a wide selection of purposely designed and elegant accommodations, seniors settle in comfort and convenience. The community promises a worry-free lifestyle with supportive services.

A variety of stunning amenities and state-of-the-art safety systems accompany seniors during their stay in the community to ensure their safety and security. Moreover, a friendly and reliable team helps seniors keep their surroundings clean to provide more time to meet with friends. Woodlands Village is great for relaxation with its serene spaces and inviting community.

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Room Sizes: 288 / 640 - 928 / 928 sq. ft.

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Housing Options: Studio / Suite / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Building Type: 1-story

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Weighting overview

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    Resident Experience
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    Regulatory
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    Visual Media
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    Website
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    Stability
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    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 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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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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Website & Operator Transparency 10%

Site quality and whether the operator publishes basic accountability information — staff names, contact details, ownership.

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Community Stability 10%

Operational signals indicating whether a community is well-run and meeting demand.

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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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  • Pricing Transparency
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Frequently Asked Questions about Independent Living in Bradenton, FL

What is the average cost of independent living in Bradenton, FL?

The average monthly cost of independent living in Bradenton, FL is approximately $1,870. Actual rates vary by community, level of care, and floorplan.

What is the price range for independent living in Bradenton, FL?

Independent living in Bradenton, FL typically ranges from $467 - $4,356 per month, depending on the community, room type, and care needs.

How many licensed independent living communities are there in Bradenton, FL?

According to state licensing records, there are approximately 85 licensed independent living communities in Bradenton, FL.

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 Bradenton, FL. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right independent living community in Bradenton, FL?

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 Bradenton, FL, 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 Bradenton, FL?

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.