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Best Independent Living in Chattanooga, TN

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 10 independent living communities in Chattanooga, TN using Tennessee Department of Health (TDH) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank independent living in TN
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Avg Walk Score: 41/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Chattanooga, TN. 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: 110The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Chattanooga, TN. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90

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The Health Center at Standifer Place
IL
ADC
AL
HC
MC
NC
NH
Chattanooga (Walker Road)
125
Facility 125
TN AVG 88
Rank #67 / 426
No
38
Facility 38
TN AVG 34
Rank #248 / 553
-
34
Facility 34
TN AVG 27
Rank #49 / 385
33.6%
Facility 33.6%
TN AVG 73.7%
Rank #281 / 287
A+David BoozerMaturecare Of Standifer Place, LLC
4 days
Facility 4 days
TN AVG 465
Rank #200 / 201
Rockbridge Oaks
IL
AL
MC
Chattanooga (Concord Heights)
74
Facility 74
TN AVG 88
Rank #230 / 426
Yes
35
Facility 35
TN AVG 34
Rank #269 / 553
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
3
Facility 3
TN AVG 27
Rank #377 / 385
51.4%
Facility 51.4%
TN AVG 73.7%
Rank #250 / 287
A+Tammy CainTn Rockbridge Property LLC-
Signal Mountain Senior Living
IL
NH
AL
MC
RC
Chattanooga (Mountain Creek)
120
Facility 120
TN AVG 88
Rank #81 / 426
No
16
Facility 16
TN AVG 34
Rank #410 / 553
-
22
Facility 22
TN AVG 27
Rank #269 / 385
57.5%
Facility 57.5%
TN AVG 73.7%
Rank #230 / 287
A+Amy SilversChattanooga Senior Housing I Opco, LLC
384 days
Facility 384 days
TN AVG 465
Rank #119 / 201
American House Shallowford
IL
AL
MC
RC
Chattanooga
113
Facility 113
TN AVG 88
Rank #115 / 426
Yes
38
Facility 38
TN AVG 34
Rank #248 / 553
-
26
Facility 26
TN AVG 27
Rank #229 / 385
--Tommie WestfieldEc Opco Shallowford, LLC
340 days
Facility 340 days
TN AVG 465
Rank #136 / 201
Ashwood Square Retirement Community
IL
Chattanooga (Twin Brook)
-Yes
36
Facility 36
TN AVG 34
Rank #259 / 553
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
9
Facility 9
TN AVG 27
Rank #337 / 385
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Creekside at Shallowford – A Provincial Senior Living Community
IL
Chattanooga (Twin Brook)
-Yes
47
Facility 47
TN AVG 34
Rank #166 / 553
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
28
Facility 28
TN AVG 27
Rank #168 / 385
-A+---
Charter Senior Living of Chattanooga
IL
AL
RC
Chattanooga (Mountain Creek)
-Yes
27
Facility 27
TN AVG 34
Rank #328 / 553
-
10
Facility 10
TN AVG 27
Rank #330 / 385
-A+---
Whiteside’s Faith Manor
IL
Chattanooga (Martin Luther King)
117
Facility 117
TN AVG 88
Rank #101 / 426
No
80
Facility 80
TN AVG 34
Rank #7 / 553
1 Bed / 2 Bed------
Silverdale Senior Apartments
IL
Chattanooga
-No
59
Facility 59
TN AVG 34
Rank #77 / 553
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Everlan of Hixson
IL
AL
Chattanooga
-No
38
Facility 38
TN AVG 34
Rank #248 / 553
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Overview of The Health Center at Standifer Place

The Health Center at Standifer Place specializes in delivering personalized services tailored to meet the unique needs of your loved ones. With an emphasis on independent living, assisted living, memory care, rehabilitation, and adult day care services, the staff strives to maintain an atmosphere of growth and patience– perfect for residents who seek to relax and recover.
The lifestyle at The Health Center is easy and results-driven thanks to the extensive services offered; residents can live a fulfilling everyday life. Some all-inclusive features include ALDs, medication management, transfer assistance, housekeeping, specialized programs, tailored care plans, and medical aid.

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Rockbridge Oaks

6698 Palms Ct, Chattanooga, TN 37421
Overview of Rockbridge Oaks

Offering a safe haven for senior loved ones with Alzheimer’s or dementia, Rockbridge Oaks in Chattanooga, provides the exceptional  Valeo™ memory care program in a peaceful, park-like setting. This memory care facility prioritizes personalized attention with a boutique-style approach, fostering a close-knit environment where residents feel secure and understood.

A compassionate team of professionals crafts individualized care plans to support each resident’s cognitive and physical needs, ensuring a sense of dignity and well-being. Residents are also treated to beautiful landscaped grounds with walking paths, perfect for enjoying the outdoors, socializing at the pet park or gathering for cookouts at the grilling stations. Spacious apartment options, ranging from studios to two-bedrooms, provide modern amenities with warm finishes, creating a comfortable and familiar atmosphere.

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Signal Mountain Senior Living

1005 Mountain Creek Rd #5, Chattanooga, TN 37405
Overview of Signal Mountain Senior Living

Signal Mountain Senior Living is a distinguished senior living community in the city of Chattanooga, Tennessee. This assisted living community is thoughtfully crafted to cater to the distinct needs of aging residents, providing a range of senior living options, including assisted living, memory care services, and independent living. The community’s amenities are designed to enhance the quality of life for its residents. These include a charming dining room, a welcoming ground-level courtyard, a full-service salon for personal care, a well-equipped computer room, a fitness center for staying active, and the convenience of an on-site rehabilitation center.

Signal Mountain Senior Living residents have the choice of purposefully designed studios or one- or two-bedroom Signal Mountain Senior Living residents have the choice of purposefully designed studios or one- or two-bedroom private apartments. These well-appointed accommodations include amenities such as a full bathroom, kitchenette, emergency call response system, fire safety features, and individualized heating and cooling controls. Signal Mountain Senior Living is committed to providing a nurturing and engaging environment for older adults in Chattanooga, ensuring their well-being and comfort are top priorities.

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American House Shallowford

7127 Lee Hwy, Chattanooga, TN 37421
Overview of American House Shallowford

American House Shallowford is the premier assisted living and memory care home with the opportunity to live independently. The senior living community in Chattanooga is described as a flexible community that will adjust to the needs and wants of its residents. The residence’s environment focuses on comfort and comprehensive care to help seniors do more and be more as they continue to live life to the fullest. American House ensures residents can grow and live purposeful lives during their golden years.

Community amenities and services help make the lives of its residents hassle-free, such as 24-hour licensed supervision, balanced meals provided, engaging activities scheduled, and a full-service salon available. Assisted living and memory care residents each receive specific care in terms of helping with daily living and memory care– that is, assistance with bathing, grooming, dressing, medication management, and activities for physical and mental stimulation activities.

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Overview of Ashwood Square Retirement Community

Ashwood Square
Chattanooga’s Independent Retirement Community

Welcome to Worry-Free Senior Living in Chattanooga!
Ashwood Square offers luxurious retirement living in the vibrant city of Chattanooga, Tennessee. Enjoy access to
world-class cultural events, fantastic restaurants, and upscale shopping, all just minutes away. Explore the best of
this top Southern destination and embrace worry-free living.

Schedule a tour and join us for lunch. You’ll love what you see at Ashwood Square.

7683 Shallowford Road
Chattanooga, TN 37421

Ashwood Square 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 Ashwood Square 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!

Contact Ashwood Square Retirement Community

Overview of Creekside at Shallowford – a Provincial Senior Living Community

Step into an inspiring community of like-minded people at Creekside at Shallowford, a welcoming senior living community in Chattanooga, TN, offering independent living to dynamic and active seniors. Residents live comfortably in their cozy and inviting accommodations, with a selection of spacious suites, one-bedroom, two-bedroom apartments, and cottages to choose from. Liberated from the hassles of trying chores, residents enjoy a maintenance-free lifestyle with plenty of time to indulge in vibrant activities and meaningful engagements.

Here, residents are presented with a wide array of life enriching activities and cozy community spaces to live their lives fully and do the things they love and enjoy. The community provides access to convenient amenities designed to bring convenience and entertainment, such as a fitness center, game room, bistro area, activity room, salon, library, and well-maintained outdoor spaces. With emergency response systems, safety features, and wheelchair access, residents are guaranteed to enjoy a comfortable, safe, and secure living environment.

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Overview of Charter Senior Living of Chattanooga

Charter Senior Living of Chattanooga offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care and stands as one of the trusted communities in the city. The elegant home presents a sprightly-filled ambiance– a sublime environment that matches your lifestyle. The professional staff delivers a heartfelt resident-centered approach to care; they strive to help seniors and adults thrive in the comfort of their own homes.

Charter Senior Living of Chattanooga strives to promote an engaging social life for seniors, creating endless possibilities and developing meaningful relationships that blossom into beautiful memories. Community benefits include 24/7 care and supervision, ADLs, medication management, primary care services, personal care plans, engaging activities, and enriching programs that cultivate residents’ morale.

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Overview of Whiteside’s Faith Manor

Live independently in retirement at Whiteside’s Faith Manor, a welcoming community in Chattanooga, TN, offering independent living. With its specially designed and spacious one- and two-bedroom floor plans, residents find the accommodation that best matches their preferences. The community strives to maintain affordability, offering income-based rent to ensure residents have a worry-free retirement.

Residents can spend the days as they please with the community’s convenient location near delightful restaurants and local amenities, ensuring quick access to their needs and preferences. Cats and dogs are also allowed in the community to ease residents’ loneliness. This pet-friendly community is ideal for those looking to downsize in retirement, especially with its welcoming setting and state-of-the-art amenities.

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Overview of Everlan of Hixson

Located in Tennessee, Everlan of Hixson is a 55+ independent living and retirement community with breathtaking mountain views and a wealth of exceptional amenities designed to enhance the daily lives of seniors. Crafted specifically for residents who want to embrace life to the fullest, Everlan offers a harmonious blend of luxury, innovation, and meticulous design.
At Everlan of Hixson, residents have limitless options. Residents can imagine a life where they can savor a luxurious living environment while leaving behind the burdens of maintenance and worries. Whether they’re in the mood for a rejuvenating day at the spa, a leisurely movie night, or quality time with family and friends in the inviting courtyard, it’s all within reach from the comfort of this senior living community—a place they’ll be proud to call home.

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Overview of Silverdale Senior Apartments

Located in Chattanooga, Tennessee, Silverdale Senior Apartments is an assisted living haven for seniors aged 55 and above. Here, senior residents can enjoy premium-level living in newly refurbished apartments, presenting a refined aesthetic for those seeking affordable assisted living options.
Silverdale Senior Apartments provides an affordable and tranquil living environment near the city’s finest dining and shopping destinations.

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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 Chattanooga, TN

What is the average cost of independent living in Chattanooga, TN?

The average monthly cost of independent living in Chattanooga, TN is approximately $1,905. Actual rates vary by community, level of care, and floorplan.

What is the price range for independent living in Chattanooga, TN?

Independent living in Chattanooga, TN typically ranges from $715 - $3,080 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 10 independent living communities in Chattanooga, TN. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right independent living community in Chattanooga, TN?

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 Chattanooga, TN, 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 Chattanooga, TN?

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.