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Best Independent Living in Chattanooga, TN

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 11 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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Jul 2026
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Avg Walk Score: 38/ 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: 96The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Chattanooga, TN. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90

Compare Independent Living around Chattanooga (Metro Area)

The Health Center at Standifer Place
IL
ADC
AL
HC
HOS
MC
NH
SNF
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
12927.9%72.1%1.6%3.1%7.8%10.9%27.9%14.7%34.1%2.3%96.1%1.6%
Thrive at Brow Wood
IL
AL
MC
Lookout Mountain (Chattanooga Valley)
25No 4 Suite10-A+Tate Stewart---------------
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
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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
6432.8%67.2%1.6%0%18.8%23.4%15.6%18.8%21.9%10.9%87.5%1.6%
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-9046.7%53.3%1.1%10%3.3%14.4%24.4%26.7%20%7.8%91.1%1.1%
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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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-------------------
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
10026%74%3%6%10%16%21%22%21%6%90%4%
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 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 11 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.