Best Independent Living in Cincinnati, OH

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 23 independent living communities in Cincinnati, OH using OH Dept. of Health data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank independent living in OH
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Info below is compiled from the OH Dept. of Health, 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 Table AL (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. SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility): Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. RC (Respite Care): Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care. HC (Home Care): Professional care delivered in the person's own home, from companionship to skilled nursing. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment. PC (Palliative Care): Comfort-focused care for serious illness at any stage, including alongside curative treatment. CCRC (Continuing Care Retirement Community): A campus with multiple care levels so residents can age in place without moving.
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.
A score out of 100 based on in-person interviews with residents, conducted by an independent third party on behalf of the Ohio Department of Aging. Residents are asked about staff, activities, meals, administration, and overall experience. <em>Source: Ohio Long-Term Care Quality Navigator</em>
Total count of citations (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
Cottingham Retirement Community
IL
AL
HOS
MC
NH
PC
RC
SNF
Cincinnati (Sharonville)
149
Facility 149
OH AVG 76
Rank #10 / 92
No
53
Facility 53
OH AVG 39
Rank #56 / 204
Private RoomsA+Shelley Owens
74
Facility 74
OH AVG 85.7
Rank #78 / 79
16
Facility 16
OH AVG 6
Rank #1 / 69
Deupree House
IL
AL
MC
NH
Cincinnati (Hyde Park)
120
Facility 120
OH AVG 76
Rank #87 / 92
No
44
Facility 44
OH AVG 39
Rank #87 / 204
1 Bed / 2 Bed-Nichole Mccaughey
91
Facility 91
OH AVG 85.7
Rank #11 / 79
3
Facility 3
OH AVG 6
Rank #1 / 69
Brookdale Finneytown
IL
AL
CCRC
MC
NH
SNF
Cincinnati
121
Facility 121
OH AVG 76
Rank #77 / 92
Yes
54
Facility 54
OH AVG 39
Rank #50 / 204
Studio / SuiteA+Thomas Rotz
77
Facility 77
OH AVG 85.7
Rank #19 / 79
8
Facility 8
OH AVG 6
Rank #57 / 69
Traditions at North Bend
IL
AL
MC
Cincinnati (Monfort Heights South)
150
Facility 150
OH AVG 76
Rank #19 / 92
Yes
14
Facility 14
OH AVG 39
Rank #175 / 204
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedA-Larry Conrad
87
Facility 87
OH AVG 85.7
Rank #25 / 79
3
Facility 3
OH AVG 6
Rank #1 / 69
Ohio Living Llanfair
IL
AL
CCRC
MC
NH
SNF
Cincinnati (College Hill)
64
Facility 64
OH AVG 76
Rank #67 / 92
Yes
73
Facility 73
OH AVG 39
Rank #17 / 204
Studio-Molly Brown
85
Facility 85
OH AVG 85.7
Rank #40 / 79
1
Facility 1
OH AVG 6
Rank #28 / 69
Twin Towers
IL
AL
CCRC
MC
NH
SNF
Cincinnati (College Hill)
288
Facility 288
OH AVG 76
Rank #1 / 92
No
31
Facility 31
OH AVG 39
Rank #117 / 204
--Kristie Stricker
86
Facility 86
OH AVG 85.7
Rank #32 / 79
4
Facility 4
OH AVG 6
Rank #65 / 69
Evergreen Retirement Community
IL
AL
CCRC
HC
MC
NH
SNF
Cincinnati (Hartwell)
121
Facility 121
OH AVG 76
Rank #89 / 92
Yes
18
Facility 18
OH AVG 39
Rank #165 / 204
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed / Cottage-Dave Richey
82
Facility 82
OH AVG 85.7
Rank #65 / 79
5
Facility 5
OH AVG 6
Rank #40 / 69
Traditions at Camargo
IL
AL
MC
RC
Madeira
150
Facility 150
OH AVG 76
Rank #15 / 92
Yes
62
Facility 62
OH AVG 39
Rank #36 / 204
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-Elizabeth Deupree
83
Facility 83
OH AVG 85.7
Rank #55 / 79
1
The Kenwood by Senior Star
IL
AL
MC
NH
Cincinnati (Madisonville)
100Yes
26
Facility 26
OH AVG 39
Rank #140 / 204
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 BedA+Scott Gibson
86
Facility 86
OH AVG 85.7
Rank #32 / 79
3
Facility 3
OH AVG 6
Rank #40 / 69
The Ashford of Mt. Washington
IL
AL
RC
Cincinnati (Mount Washington)
135
Facility 135
OH AVG 76
Rank #25 / 92
Yes
43
Facility 43
OH AVG 39
Rank #92 / 204
Studio-Ashli Ward
73
Facility 73
OH AVG 85.7
Rank #79 / 79
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Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each independent living community is ranked against every other OH independent living community we track that reports that metric, not just the 23 analyzed for Cincinnati. See how we rank facilities

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Overview of Cottingham Retirement Community

Covering independent living, assisted living, memory care, respite care, skilled nursing, nursing home care, palliative care, and hospice care, Cottingham Retirement Community operates in Cincinnati, OH. It has 128 beds, and the rooms are private. With that many levels under one name, care can change as a resident’s needs grow, while the community around them doesn’t.

Independent living is for someone who lives privately and doesn’t need daily care. Assisted living covers the person who needs a hand to bathe, get dressed, or stay on top of medication. For dementia or the danger of wandering, memory care adds supervision and secured surroundings.

Nursing home care and skilled nursing keep licensed nurses on duty at all hours. Rehabilitation Services also appear, aimed at recovery after illness or injury.

Hospice care keeps a person comfortable as death comes near. Palliative care works on symptoms and comfort for someone seriously ill whose treatment is still underway. Respite fills a brief gap, letting the regular caregiver travel or recuperate.

Sharonville, where the community stands, has a Walk Score of 53. That’s somewhat walkable, and someone who has stopped driving can manage a few destinations on foot.

Private money, Medicare, and Medicaid all work as payment here. The daily nursing figure per resident is 2 hours and 50 minutes, and the executive director is Shelley Owens.

Contact Cottingham Retirement Community

Overview of Deupree House

Peacefully set near Hyde Park Golf & Country Club in Cincinnati, OH, Deupree House is an idyllic retreat that offers independent living and long-term care. Featuring cozy and specially designed one- and two-bedroom floor plans, the community ensures that residents are comfortable and safe. To help residents maintain their independence, the community handles the housekeeping and maintenance.

Residents make the most of their days with a carefully curated calendar of fun activities and engaging programs that highlight their interests and capabilities. Accommodating residents’ dietary needs and preferences, flexible dining options are available in a restaurant-style setting. The community is ideal for those seeking independence in retirement without the busy work, especially with its state-of-the-art amenities and friendly environment.

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Overview of Brookdale Finneytown

Enhance your quality of life at Brookdale Finneytown, an inviting senior living community in Cincinnati, OH, offering assisted living and memory care. Recognized as 2024 Best of Best by Argentum Awards, the community guarantees nothing but excellence when it comes to delivering care and support. Offering Brookdale HealthPlus, residents experience personalized healthcare like never before with clinical care coordination and oversight and an RN Care Manager overseeing residents’ clinical needs.

With specially designed environments and a care team trained to care for seniors living with Alzheimer’s and dementia, the community ensures a safe haven where they can maintain a fulfilling life despite their afflictions. Residents also enjoy various services designed to provide convenience, including assistance with daily living tasks like medication management, mobility , housekeeping, transportation, and coordination with outside healthcare providers. Amenities include a cafe, a therapy room, an ice cream parlor, a courtyard, garden, and beautifully landscaped grounds for residents welfare and leisure.

$4,500/Month Info Pricing updated on February 27th, 2026

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Overview of Traditions at North Bend

Serving older adults in Cincinnati, Ohio, Traditions at North Bend is a 117-bed assisted living community on N Bend Road. The three-story residence offers studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom floor plans. This gives residents several living options for their different needs and preferences.

The community provides assisted living for people who need help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, meals, and medication management as they stay independent as possible. The community has a Walk Score of 14. Most errands and outings require a car. In return, residents enjoy a quieter residential setting away from busy commercial areas.

Families considering Traditions at North Bend should take a tour of the community. Visiting in person gives them the chance to see the apartment options, explore the shared spaces, learn about daily activities, and decide whether the community is a good fit for their loved one’s needs.

Contact Traditions at North Bend

Overview of Ohio Living Llanfair

Ohio Living Llanfair, located in the College Hill neighborhood of Cincinnati, OH, operates as a CCRC that includes independent living, assisted living, memory care, nursing home services, and skilled nursing. With its 64 beds, the environment is more intimate, allowing staff and residents to become familiar with one another.

Independent living gives you a personal residence and community support, but staff will not assist with everyday care. Assisted living offers assistance with daily activities, including medication management and bathing and dressing, while you maintain your own apartment. A person who might wander may enter memory care, where the environment is secured and staff supervise. Nursing home care and skilled nursing both employ licensed nurses available on-site at all times. Since all the levels are present, advancing a level doesn’t imply leaving.

Total nurse staffing is 4 hours and 55 minutes per resident each day. That’s the direct nursing care each resident receives. Short-term rehabilitation occurs on the premises, eliminating the need for transportation arrangements. Respite stays are brief, providing support for a family’s caregiver who is absent or recuperating.

Walk Score rates the location at 73, which is very walkable, allowing a resident who has ceased driving to handle most errands on foot. Within Llanfair, you’ll discover a beauty salon and its own fitness center. Studio housing serves as a personal living area, pets are allowed, and Molly Brown is the administrator.

Llanfair accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay. Medicare can cover short-term skilled care after an individual is discharged from the hospital, but not for an extended stay. Medicaid might become important when funds deplete for an extended stay, while private pay involves the family covering costs directly.

Contact Ohio Living Llanfair

Twin Towers

5343 Hamilton Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45224
Overview of Twin Towers

Twin Towers is a continuing care retirement community in Cincinnati, Ohio, offering independent living, assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing, and nursing home care. Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care, while assisted living provides help with daily tasks. Memory care offers a secured, supervised setting, and skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care on site around the clock. Having these care levels in one community makes Twin Towers a good fit for a resident whose needs may grow over time.

Twin Towers has 231 beds. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted, giving families several payment routes: Medicare applies to short-term skilled care after a hospital stay, Medicaid may help when savings do not cover a long stay, and private pay means paying directly. Total nurse staffing is 5 hours and 51 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily nurse staffing time allocated to each resident.

In the College Hill neighborhood, Twin Towers has a walk score of 31. Most errands require a car or a ride. Kristie Stricker serves as the administrator.

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Overview of Evergreen Retirement Community

Evergreen Retirement Community offers nursing home, assisted living, continuing care retirement community, home care, independent living, memory care, and skilled nursing services in Cincinnati, Ohio. In the Hartwell neighborhood, its 21 beds create a smaller setting where staff and residents can get to know one another.

The range of care levels may suit a resident whose needs change over time, since moving from one level of care to another can happen within the same community. Independent living provides a private home with community services and no daily care, while assisted living offers help with dressing, bathing, medication, and other daily tasks while the resident keeps an apartment.

Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Nursing home and skilled nursing services provide nursing care on site around the clock, while home care supports care delivered in a resident’s home.

The continuing care retirement community structure brings these living and care options together. For a resident whose needs may change, that can mean remaining within one community rather than seeking a separate setting for each new level of care.

Housing includes studios, one bedroom and two bedroom residences, and cottages. A studio offers one private space, while a two bedroom residence can suit a couple moving together or someone who wants a companion.

Residents may keep pets, use the salon and spa, and spend time in the community’s outdoor spaces. Dining is available at The GardenSide, Pub 67, and Creekview Café, giving residents more than one setting for meals, with varied menus and daily specials.

Special diets are available for residents with particular dietary needs. Rehabilitation services and the Rehab & Therapy program support residents receiving therapy, while Enhanced Independent Living, Pocket Neighborhood, and At Home Care are also available.

Evergreen may be a good fit for a resident who wants a smaller setting, needs assisted living, memory care, nursing, or skilled nursing support, or may need a different level of care over time. Regina Umanskiy serves as the administrator.

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Overview of Traditions at Camargo

Traditions at Camargo offers independent living, assisted living, memory care, and respite care in Madeira, Ohio. Independent living means private living with community services and no daily care, while assisted living includes help with dressing, bathing, medication, and other daily tasks. Memory care is provided in a secured setting with supervision, and respite care gives a family caregiver a short stay option when they need time to travel or recover.

The range of care levels can suit a resident whose needs may grow over time, with options extending from independent living through memory care. There are 123 beds, with studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom layouts. A studio offers one private space, while a two-bedroom layout can work for a couple moving together or for someone who wants a companion.

Roxann Tillinghas serves as the administrator. Pets are allowed, so a resident can bring a pet when moving in. Restaurant-style dining features a menu created by an Executive Chef, including home-cooked meals and resident favorites.

Salon services and fitness classes are available within the community, providing grooming and scheduled exercise activities without leaving the home. A Walk Score of 62 places the area in the somewhat walkable band, so some errands can be done on foot and a resident who no longer drives may be able to reach some destinations independently.

Contact Traditions at Camargo

Overview of The Kenwood by Senior Star

Serving older adults in Cincinnati’s Hamilton County, The Kenwood by Senior Star is a senior living community on Kenwood Road. It offers independent living, assisted living, memory care, short-term rehabilitation, and long-term nursing care.

Residents can choose from studio, one-bedroom, two-bedroom, and three-bedroom floor plans ranging from about 380 to 1,100 square feet, making it easy to find a layout that fits different lifestyles and care needs. The community has a Walk Score of 26. A few nearby places can be reached on foot, but outings require a car. In return, residents can enjoy a calmer residential setting than they would in a denser urban area.

Residents have access to shared spaces such as a library, media room, and social areas. Fitness classes, activities, and entertainment are held here regularly. Transportation and housekeeping services are also offered in the community. Smoking and drinking are allowed, giving residents more freedom to maintain their preferred lifestyle.

Families who want to learn more should ask about apartment availability, care programs, and services.

Contact The Kenwood by Senior Star

Overview of The Ashford of Mt. Washington

The Ashford of Mt. Washington is an 88-bed senior community in Cincinnati, Ohio, pairing independent living and personal assisted care with short-term respite stays. Accommodations consist of private, pet-friendly studio apartments, each fitted with a kitchenette and basic appliances for preparing light snacks. Residents in independent living manage their own routines while tapping into shared community amenities, while those in assisted living receive hands-on help with daily personal tasks.

Daily schedules feature exercise sessions, fitness instruction, creative art workshops, educational lectures, and live musical entertainment alongside themed social events. Staff coordinates group shopping trips, cultural events, and off-site excursions, which helps offset a neighborhood walk score of 43 that generally necessitates vehicle transit for routine neighborhood errands.

Prospective families looking into senior options can contact The Ashford of Mt. Washington to verify studio availability and schedule an in-person tour.

Starting Price $4,195/Month Info Pricing updated on October 7th, 2026

Contact The Ashford of Mt. Washington

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 Cincinnati, OH

What is the average cost of independent living in Cincinnati, OH?

The average monthly cost of independent living in Cincinnati, OH is approximately $2,005. Actual rates vary by community, level of care, and floorplan.

What is the price range for independent living in Cincinnati, OH?

Independent living in Cincinnati, OH typically ranges from $761 - $5,379 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 23 independent living communities in Cincinnati, OH. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right independent living community in Cincinnati, OH?

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 Cincinnati, OH, 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 Cincinnati, OH?

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.

Independent Living in Cincinnati at a glance

Avg Walk Score: 40/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Cincinnati, OH. 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: 129The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Cincinnati, OH. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90