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Best Independent Living in Cincinnati, OH

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 19 independent living communities in Cincinnati, OH using Ohio Department of Aging (ODA) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank independent living in OH
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Last updated
Jun 2026
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19 homes
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Avg Walk Score: 38/ 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: 87The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Cincinnati, OH. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90

Compare Independent Living around Cincinnati (Metro Area)

The Ashford of Mt. Washington
IL
AL
RC
Cincinnati (Mount Washington)
88
Facility 88
OH AVG 78
Rank #119 / 323
Yes
43
Facility 43
OH AVG 40
Rank #336 / 705
Studio--
73
Facility 73
OH AVG 85.8
Rank #190 / 193
-
Traditions at North Bend
IL
AL
MC
Cincinnati (Monfort Heights South)
117
Facility 117
OH AVG 78
Rank #58 / 323
Yes
14
Facility 14
OH AVG 40
Rank #592 / 705
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedA--
87
Facility 87
OH AVG 85.8
Rank #64 / 193
1
Facility 1
OH AVG 2
Rank #1 / 142
Traditions at Camargo
IL
AL
MC
RC
Madeira
123
Facility 123
OH AVG 78
Rank #46 / 323
Yes
62
Facility 62
OH AVG 40
Rank #136 / 705
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-Roxann Tillinghas
83
Facility 83
OH AVG 85.8
Rank #141 / 193
-
Cottingham Retirement Community
IL
AL
HC
MC
NH
PC
RC
Cincinnati (Sharonville)
128
Facility 128
OH AVG 78
Rank #36 / 323
No
53
Facility 53
OH AVG 40
Rank #223 / 705
Private RoomsA+-
74
Facility 74
OH AVG 85.8
Rank #189 / 193
1
Facility 1
OH AVG 2
Rank #1 / 142
Ohio Living Llanfair
IL
AL
MC
NC
NH
Cincinnati (College Hill)
49
Facility 49
OH AVG 78
Rank #236 / 323
Yes
73
Facility 73
OH AVG 40
Rank #55 / 705
Studio-Molly Brown
85
Facility 85
OH AVG 85.8
Rank #103 / 193
2
Facility 2
OH AVG 2
Rank #64 / 142
Brookdale Finneytown
IL
AL
MC
NH
Cincinnati
39
Facility 39
OH AVG 78
Rank #266 / 323
Yes
54
Facility 54
OH AVG 40
Rank #209 / 705
Studio / SuiteA+-
89
Facility 89
OH AVG 85.8
Rank #43 / 193
6
Facility 6
OH AVG 2
Rank #128 / 142
Twin Towers
IL
AL
MC
NH
Cincinnati (College Hill)
231
Facility 231
OH AVG 78
Rank #3 / 323
No
31
Facility 31
OH AVG 40
Rank #433 / 705
--Kristie Stricker
86
Facility 86
OH AVG 85.8
Rank #82 / 193
-
Evergreen Retirement Community
IL
AL
HC
MC
NC
NH
Cincinnati (Hartwell)
21
Facility 21
OH AVG 78
Rank #309 / 323
Yes
18
Facility 18
OH AVG 40
Rank #561 / 705
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed / Cottage-Regina Umanskiy
82
Facility 82
OH AVG 85.8
Rank #153 / 193
3
Facility 3
OH AVG 2
Rank #85 / 142
Provision Living at West Clermont
IL
AL
MC
Batavia
-Yes
20
Facility 20
OH AVG 40
Rank #547 / 705
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedA+Cherie Grube--
The Kenwood by Senior Star
IL
AL
MC
NC
Cincinnati (Madisonville)
-Yes
26
Facility 26
OH AVG 40
Rank #489 / 705
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 BedA+-
86
Facility 86
OH AVG 85.8
Rank #82 / 193
3
Facility 3
OH AVG 2
Rank #85 / 142
The Seasons
IL
AL
NH
RC
Cincinnati
45
Facility 45
OH AVG 78
Rank #246 / 323
Yes
34
Facility 34
OH AVG 40
Rank #409 / 705
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed----
StoryPoint Cincinnati (New England Club)
IL
NH
Cincinnati (Forestville)
100
Facility 100
OH AVG 78
Rank #72 / 323
Yes
54
Facility 54
OH AVG 40
Rank #209 / 705
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed----
Deupree House
IL
AL
MC
NC
NH
Cincinnati (Hyde Park)
24
Facility 24
OH AVG 78
Rank #299 / 323
No
44
Facility 44
OH AVG 40
Rank #323 / 705
1 Bed / 2 Bed--
91
Facility 91
OH AVG 85.8
Rank #24 / 193
1
Facility 1
OH AVG 2
Rank #1 / 142
The Wellington at North Bend Crossing
IL
AL
MC
RC
Cincinnati (Montfort Heights)
-Yes
36
Facility 36
OH AVG 40
Rank #390 / 705
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedA+-
86
Facility 86
OH AVG 85.8
Rank #82 / 193
-
Maple Knoll Village
IL
AL
MC
NH
Cincinnati
80
Facility 80
OH AVG 78
Rank #145 / 323
No
47
Facility 47
OH AVG 40
Rank #285 / 705
1 Bed / 2 Bed----
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Overview of The Ashford of Mt. Washington

Experience premium senior living at The Ashford of Mt. Washington, a welcoming senior living community in Hamilton County, Cincinnati, OH that offers premiere assisted living services. The community features beautifully furnished and cozy apartments with convenient access to housekeeping services to maintain a neat and spotless living space. Residents can rest easy with a 24/7 licensed nursing team and personalized care plans that are tailored to match their unique lifestyles and care needs.

Situated in a residential neighborhood in Cincinnati, Ohio, The Ashford of Mt. Washington offers easy access to a metro bus line, grocery store, library, post office, and other convenient local amenities, encouraging an active and vibrant lifestyle. With comfortable and inviting common areas, residents are provided cozy spaces for gathering with neighbors and friends. Residents also enjoy three nutritious meals daily, ensuring they always have the energy to take on an active and fulfilling everyday life.

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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.

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Overview of Traditions at Camargo

Traditions at Camargo offers services for independent living, assisted living, and memory care; they are one of the trusted communities in Cincinnati. The environment is a warm and comfortable setting for seniors needing assistance with personal care and daily living activities. A retirement home built on luxury and graceful living, Traditions is a modern senior living community focused on blossoming the relationship between staff and residents in a secure and supportive environment.

The elegant senior living home proudly offers something for everyone as they understand and celebrate their unique residents. Residents of all living options are guaranteed to live a life of ease with the comfort and convenience of their all-inclusive amenities and service, from restaurant-style dining to medical assistance– Traditions at Camargo is praised for its resort-like hospitality, inviting everyone that steps foot in the community.

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Overview of Cottingham Retirement Community

Cottingham Retirement Community offers premier senior living care services for independent living, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing residents. The retirement home promotes a youthful and energetic atmosphere for its residents because the staff celebrates each individual by promoting a vibrant and freeing lifestyle– seniors create a personalized care plan based on their decisions. The resort-style home practices an excellent and exemplary, resident-centered approach where seniors can thrive.

Cottingham offers amenities and services that help make the lives of its residents hassle-free, such as 24-hour licensed supervision, medication services, balanced meals provided, engaging activities scheduled, specialized programs, and individualized care plans.

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Overview of Ohio Living Llanfair

Ohio Living Llanfair is a Life Plan community that boasts a future at their retirement home. Residence maintains their individuality by allowing them to freely choose a lifestyle that fits their needs. Provided their delightful ambiance, management and staff encourage residents can live vibrantly through socializing and making meaningful memories with people of their age.

The staff at Ohio Living is dedicated to ensuring that all residents can do as they please and not worry about simple daily activities. Their amenities include a fully-equipped kitchen, individually controlled air condition and heating systems, an emergency call system, walk-in showers with grab bar, a laundry room on each floor, and all utilities included in the building; services include in-house wellness nurse, social services support, maintenance of each apartment, flexible dining programs, and transportation to local areas.

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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.

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Twin Towers

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

Find luxurious and relaxing senior living with Twin Towers, nestled in the vibrant neighborhood of Cincinnati, OH. With options ranging from independent and assisted living neighborhoods to skilled care, memory support, and rehabilitation services, residents receive the support they need. Here, they can choose from cozy and well-appointed accommodations, including fully equipped patio homes and spacious apartments.

The community is dedicated to providing top-notch amenities and services, including a fitness room to boost physical endurance and wellness, as well as an aquatic center. Residents can unwind in the heated swimming pool or participate in various events. They can meet new companions and share wonderful memories in the beautifully designed common spaces. At Twin Towers, seniors can live out their retirement as they planned.

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Overview of Evergreen Retirement Community

A small 21-bed residential care community in Cincinnati’s Hartwell neighborhood, Evergreen Retirement Community operates under Senior Lifestyle, a national operator of 54 communities. The October 2025 state inspection identified three citations; above Ohio’s typical count of two per facility. Administrator Regina Umanskiy leads operations at 230 W Galbraith Rd.

Resident satisfaction survey data (2022-2023) from the Ohio Department of Aging documents a split performance.

Overall satisfaction registers 82%, 5% below the state average. Safety ratings exceed state benchmarks at 100% (versus 98% in Ohio), and residents report high confidence in personal security and privacy (93-96% versus state 95%). Residents provide an overall care satisfaction score of 96% and a recommendation rate of 92%, indicating strong core care perceptions. Community connection scored 85%, notably exceeding the Ohio average of 71%.

However, significant deficits appear in activity engagement and operational processes.

Weekend activities registered 46% compared to the Ohio average of 63%; a 27% gap.

Menu variety scored 56% against the state average of 77%.

New resident orientation presents the most concerning weakness: 52% versus 70%, suggesting inadequate transition support.

Outings and special events received 65% versus the state average of 73%.

Care and services overall rated 84%, trailing the state average of 89%.

Staff-related concerns emerge across multiple satisfaction dimensions.

Perceived staff responsiveness (speed of help, frequency of check-ins) ranges from 73-74% against Ohio averages of 81-85%. Residents rate staff knowledge of their medical conditions at 77% versus 90%. Perceived comfort during care delivery scored 76%, substantially below the state average of 95%. Dining satisfaction registered 76% (state average 81%), though residents reported adequate food quantity at 96%.

The care model spans independent living, assisted living, memory care, and nursing home services across studio through two-bedroom cottage units. Three on-site restaurants (The GardenSide, Pub 67, Creekview Café) serve varied menus. Staff includes licensed nurses and certified nursing assistants. Programming includes weekly physician visits, wellness activities, transportation, fall prevention, and two named programs: Enhanced Independent Living and Pocket Neighborhood.

Walk score of 18 indicates car-dependent neighborhood access.

Pets are allowed; smoking and alcohol are prohibited. Senior Lifestyle administers the facility; minimum age is 55.

Evergreen demonstrates strong performance on safety and fundamental care satisfaction alongside material performance gaps in activity programming, staff responsiveness, and new resident integration processes.

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Overview of Provision Living at West Clermont

Situated on Bach Buxton Road in Batavia, Ohio, Provision Living at West Clermont is a two-story residential community. It offers studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom homes. The different floor plans give residents the flexibility to choose a living space that best fits their needs and lifestyle.

The community has a Walk Score of 20, so most errands and daily outings require a car. The less walkable location offers a quieter residential setting that may appeal to families who prefer being outside a busy downtown area.

Families interested in Provision Living at West Clermont are encouraged to contact the community and schedule an in-person tour. Visiting the residence is a good way to learn about the care services, daily activities, pricing, and overall community atmosphere before deciding if it is the right fit for a loved one.

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Silverfern Senior Living

3855 Hauck Rd, Cincinnati, OH 45241
Overview of Silverfern Senior Living

Nestled in a peaceful area of Cincinnati, Ohio, Silverfern Senior Living is an upscale community offering both Independent and Assisted Living options. Residents enjoy bright, sophisticated accommodations and a welcoming environment, with access to a full range of care services including physical, speech, and occupational therapies through trusted, on-site, third-party providers.

Our community offers state-of-the-art, resort-style activities that keep residents engaged and connected, from fitness classes and dance sessions to social clubs and special events. Amenities include expertly prepared dining with flexible options, a fitness center, ceramics & art studio, dance studio, salon, and beautifully maintained common spaces. Independent Living residents also enjoy exclusive access to the sports bar and heated indoor pool, perfect for relaxation, recreation, and socializing.

At Silverfern Senior Living, we create a supportive, nurturing community where all residents can thrive, enjoy meaningful connections, and live their best life.

For more information, check their website.

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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 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 19 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.