Best Independent Living in Dallas, TX

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 30 independent living communities in Dallas, TX using TX Health & Human Services Commission (HHSC) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank independent living in TX
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Info below is compiled from the TX Health & Human Services Commission (HHSC), 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.
A 0–100 score of a facility's regulatory inspection record, shown as a letter and compared with other facilities of the same kind in the same state. This is a proprietary Assisted Living Magazine grade. It is not a government rating. A dash means we have no inspection data for that facility.
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.
Number of years the company has been in operation.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
Name of the licensed owner, operator, or managing entity as filed with the state. Useful for grouping facilities under the same organization.
Total count of citations (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
Citations tied to health-related standards (as categorized by the state). Subset of overall citation activity.
Citations tied to life safety or environmental standards (as categorized by the state). Often distinct from health-line citations.
Housing or bed configuration options (e.g. studio, shared), often from facility-reported amenities and licensing details.
Presbyterian Village North
IL
AL
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Dallas (Lake Highlands)
88
Facility 88
TX AVG 85
Rank #92 / 233
ANo
61
Facility 61
TX AVG 43
Rank #85 / 410
19
Facility 19
TX AVG 20
Rank #63 / 153
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17
Facility 17
TX AVG 6
Rank #212 / 225
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CC Young Senior Living
IL
AL
HC
HOS
MC
NH
PC
SNF
Dallas (Northeast Dallas)
164
Facility 164
TX AVG 85
Rank #10 / 233
B-Yes
44
Facility 44
TX AVG 43
Rank #212 / 410
--C. C. Young Memorial Home
12
Facility 12
TX AVG 6
Rank #191 / 225
210Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed
Continuing Care at Highland Springs
IL
AL
MC
Dallas (Far North Dallas)
88
Facility 88
TX AVG 85
Rank #92 / 233
CYes
60
Facility 60
TX AVG 43
Rank #94 / 410
--Highland Springs, Inc
11
Facility 11
TX AVG 6
Rank #187 / 225
47-
Parsons House Preston Hollow LP
IL
AL
MC
Dallas
51
Facility 51
TX AVG 85
Rank #186 / 233
D+Yes
60
Facility 60
TX AVG 43
Rank #94 / 410
--Parsons House Preston Hollow LP
23
Facility 23
TX AVG 6
Rank #222 / 225
1013-
Discovery Village At Southlake
IL
AL
MC
NH
SNF
Southlake
120
Facility 120
TX AVG 85
Rank #45 / 233
?No
29
Facility 29
TX AVG 43
Rank #292 / 410
18
Facility 18
TX AVG 20
Rank #66 / 153
A+Dsl Tenant II, LLC
2
Facility 2
TX AVG 6
Rank #48 / 225
2-Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
The Forum at Park Lane
IL
AL
Dallas (North Dallas)
65
Facility 65
TX AVG 85
Rank #147 / 233
?Yes
63
Facility 63
TX AVG 43
Rank #71 / 410
7
Facility 7
TX AVG 20
Rank #117 / 153
A+Snh Longhorn Tenant LLC
1
Facility 1
TX AVG 6
Rank #23 / 225
21Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Ventana by Buckner
IL
AL
MC
RC
Dallas (Park Cities)
68
Facility 68
TX AVG 85
Rank #137 / 233
?Yes
77
Facility 77
TX AVG 43
Rank #17 / 410
6
Facility 6
TX AVG 20
Rank #126 / 153
-Buckner Senior Living, Inc
1
Facility 1
TX AVG 6
Rank #23 / 225
-1Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed
Christian Care Communities and Services – Mesquite
IL
AL
CCRC
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Mesquite
180
Facility 180
TX AVG 85
Rank #8 / 233
?Yes
31
Facility 31
TX AVG 43
Rank #279 / 410
53
Facility 53
TX AVG 20
Rank #4 / 153
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23
Facility 23
TX AVG 6
Rank #222 / 225
1013Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
The Legacy Midtown Park
IL
AL
HOS
MC
NH
SNF
Dallas (Vickery Meadow)
98
Facility 98
TX AVG 85
Rank #81 / 233
?Yes
45
Facility 45
TX AVG 43
Rank #203 / 410
5
Facility 5
TX AVG 20
Rank #132 / 153
-The Legacy Midtown Park, Inc
1
Facility 1
TX AVG 6
Rank #23 / 225
1-Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Belmont Village Senior Living Turtle Creek
IL
AL
MC
Dallas (Oak Lawn)
225
Facility 225
TX AVG 85
Rank #5 / 233
?Yes
88
Facility 88
TX AVG 43
Rank #5 / 410
--Belmont Village Turtle Creek Tenant LLC
2
Facility 2
TX AVG 6
Rank #48 / 225
2-Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each independent living community is ranked against every other TX independent living community we track that reports that metric, not just the 30 analyzed for Dallas. See how we rank facilities

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Overview of Presbyterian Village North

Presbyterian Village North is a continuing care retirement community (CCRC) in Dallas, TX, offering independent living, assisted living, memory care, rehabilitation, and skilled nursing. Promoting a comfortable, home-like setting, the community strives to help older adults age gracefully. Restaurant-style dining, weekly housekeeping, transportation, and 24/7 on-site nurses are among the exceptional services provided to help residents maintain their independence. The community also tailors care plans to residents’ needs and preferences, ensuring their holistic wellness.

Cultural programs, social events, and fitness programs provide residents with more opportunities to learn and stay active. Residents can also rest and interact with their surroundings, as a family-style living room and spacious rooms are among the first-class amenities available. Situated in the quiet residential area of Dallas, near public transportation, the community guarantees a stress-free retirement. This CCRC is a great choice for senior living in Texas, especially with a wide range of care options dedicated to older adults’ welfare.

$5,568/Month

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CC Young Senior Living

4847 W Lawther Dr #100, Dallas, TX 75214
Overview of Cc Young Senior Living

Cc Young Senior Living in Dallas, Texas, provides a full spectrum of senior care, including independent living, assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing, home care, hospice, palliative care, and short-term respite stays. Having served seniors since 1922, the C. C. Young Memorial Home-operated community offers 164 beds across one- and two-bedroom apartments. This expansive continuum allows residents to transition smoothly between care levels as their health needs evolve.

Campus amenities feature an indoor pool, a full-service salon, pet-friendly residences, and landscaped outdoor spaces. Daily life includes access to rehabilitation therapy, fitness programs, lifelong learning classes, and art and music events. The location holds a walk score of 44, meaning most local errands require a vehicle, though Medicare acceptance helps offset costs for short-term rehabilitation following a hospital stay.

Older adults looking for a long-standing Dallas community with comprehensive, adaptable care options can reach out to Cc Young Senior Living to schedule a visit or request details.

Contact CC Young Senior Living

Overview of Continuing Care at Highland Springs

Continuing Care at Highland Springs offers assisted living, independent living and memory care in Dallas, Texas. The community is in the Far North Dallas neighborhood, has 88 beds and is operated by Highland Springs.

Assisted living provides help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing and medication while a resident maintains a private living space. Independent living offers private living with community services and no daily care, while memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering.

Having all three care levels in one community may suit a resident whose needs grow over time, since moving to a different level of care can happen without leaving the community. Fitness facilities, aquatic spaces and scenic walking trails provide places for exercise and outdoor walks, while engaging activities offer ways to participate in community life.

Health Services, a Medical Center and rehabilitation services are available within the community, giving residents access to health related and therapy services. Pets are allowed. A Walk Score of 60 out of 100 places the area in the somewhat walkable band, meaning some errands can be done on foot, so a resident who no longer drives may still be able to complete some nearby errands independently. Medicaid and Medicare are accepted payment options; Medicaid may help an eligible resident whose savings do not cover a long stay, while Medicare covers short term skilled care after a hospital stay rather than long term residence.

Contact Continuing Care at Highland Springs

Overview of Parsons House Preston Hollow

Parsons House Preston Hollow is a senior living community in Dallas, TX offering independent living, assisted living, and memory care. Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care, while assisted living provides help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering.

Having all three care levels in one community can suit a resident whose needs may grow over time, since a move to a different level of care does not require leaving the community. The community has 51 beds, a smaller size where staff and residents may get to know one another. Pets are allowed, so a resident can bring a pet when moving in.

Chef-prepared meals are provided, giving residents prepared dining without needing to cook each meal. Fitness classes offer structured opportunities for exercise, while the area’s Walk Score of 60 out of 100 means some errands can be completed on foot, allowing a resident who no longer drives to handle certain outings independently.

Contact Parsons House Preston Hollow LP

Overview of Discovery Village at Southlake

Discovery Village at Southlake offers nursing home, skilled nursing, assisted living, independent living, and memory care in Southlake, Texas. Having these care levels within one community can allow a resident’s care to continue there as needs change, instead of requiring a move to another setting.

Assisted living provides help with daily tasks while the resident keeps a private living space. Memory care offers supervision for someone living with dementia who may be at risk of wandering. Skilled nursing and nursing home care provide nursing services on site, while independent living is intended for residents who do not need daily care.

Respite care supports a short stay when a family caregiver needs to travel or recover. Short term rehabilitation provides a temporary setting for recovery and therapy needs, so a resident can receive support during that period without making a longer term move.

The community has 120 beds, with suites, one bedroom units, and two bedroom units. A suite or one bedroom unit provides a single living space, while a two bedroom option can accommodate two people moving together. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted, giving families several listed ways to cover care.

Rehabilitation services are available on site, allowing a resident receiving therapy to access that support within the community. Named programs and services include Connections Transportation, Sensations Dining, Celebrations Activities, and SHINE® memory care.

Jennifer Hodges serves as the administrator, and Dsl Tenant Ii operates the community. The range of care options may make Discovery Village at Southlake a fit for residents who need independent living, assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing, or nursing home care, including someone whose needs may change over time.

Contact Discovery Village At Southlake

Overview of The Forum at Park Lane

The Forum at Park Lane is an independent and assisted living community located at 7831 Park Lane in the North Dallas area of Dallas, Texas. Owned by Snh Longhorn Tenant LLC and managed under the Discovery Senior Living network with Sonia Nix serving as administrator, the three-story property has been serving area seniors for seven years.

The 65-bed community is made for adults aged 55 and older, offering private senior apartments in studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom configurations. Layouts range in size from 600 to 1,500 square feet. On-site services include scheduled local transportation, routine housekeeping, beauty salon access, and a variety of fitness and social programs.

The property is pet-friendly and features a walk score of 63, representing a moderately walkable neighborhood where some errands can be completed on foot. Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Dallas is located less than a mile away.

Interested individuals can reach out to the Park Lane community office directly to review available apartment floor plans or to coordinate a personal visit.

Contact The Forum at Park Lane

Overview of Ventana by Buckner

Memory care, assisted living, respite care, and independent living all run at Ventana by Buckner in Dallas, TX. Assisted living takes on medication, dressing, and bathing. Independent living comes with none of that. Someone at that level runs their own day, and what the building offers is there to take or leave.

Memory care keeps supervision on, inside a secured setting. The booking with an end date on it is respite care. Holding all four under one licence means deepening needs are answered by a change of level, not a change of address.

The licence covers 68 beds, with residences running one-bedroom, two-bedroom, and three-bedroom. Medicare is accepted as a payment source, and pets are permitted. Buckner Senior Living, Inc. operates the community, with Mariana Brinegar as administrator. The neighborhood is Park Cities, where a 77 puts errands within walking distance.

Contact Ventana by Buckner

Overview of Christian Care Communities and Services – Mesquite

Christian Care Communities & Services – Mesquite is a faith-based, non-profit provider nestled in the heart of the Dallas/Fort Worth Metroplex. Their Life Plan Community offers a comprehensive spectrum of services tailored to seniors’ diverse needs, encompassing Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care, Skilled Nursing and Rehab, and Hospice Services, creating an environment conducive to resident well-being and growth. The community’s ethos of compassionate care resonates through testimonials from residents and family members, echoing gratitude for the exceptional wellness programs and heartfelt appreciation for the attentive care provided. Christian Care Communities & Services stands dedicated to enriching the lives of the individuals they serve.

Christian Care Nursing & Rehabilitation provides comprehensive services for those needing post-hospitalization or extended care. Their fully licensed facility, sanctioned by the State of Texas, houses 140 beds in private and semi-private rooms. Since 1973, they have continued to serve seniors, specializing in rehabilitation services catering to post-surgical, cardiac, orthopedic, and neurological needs.

Contact Christian Care Communities and Services – Mesquite

Overview of The Legacy Midtown Park

The Legacy Midtown Park is at 8240 Manderville Ln in Dallas’s Midtown corridor; a high-rise nursing facility, which is an unusual configuration that signals something about the kind of experience the building is designed to deliver. Five years into operation, it carries 98 beds across one- and two-bedroom floor plans, with 86 currently occupied. An 88% occupancy rate at a post-acute facility is a substantive number; it means this building is running close to capacity.

The 37-day average length of stay defines the model: short-stay, post-acute, recovery-focused. Nursing coverage totals 5 hours and 25 minutes per resident per day; 4 hours and 2 minutes from nurse aides, 1 hour and 15 minutes from LPN/LVN staff, and 51 minutes of RN time. Medicare and private pay are accepted; the absence of Medicaid is consistent with the private-pay orientation one would expect from a high-rise Midtown building with apartment-style floor plans. The Walk Score of 45 reflects a somewhat walkable area where some nearby services are reachable, but most trips require a car.

State inspections have touched on emergency preparedness, care planning, and documentation. For someone leaving a Dallas hospital who wants a short-stay rehabilitation setting that looks and operates more like a residential building than a traditional nursing facility, The Legacy Midtown Park’s profile of a high-rise layout, high occupancy, strong nursing hours, and a five-year operating track record makes it one of the more distinctive options in the Dallas market.

Contact The Legacy Midtown Park

Overview of Belmont Village Senior Living Turtle Creek

Enjoy the bustling atmosphere of Belmont Village Turtle Creek at Dallas, TX. The community provides a continuum of care services, including independent living, assisted living, and memory care. Offering a flexible, tailored care plan, the community allows residents to change their care services as their needs change. The community offers a range of comfortable and secure living spaces, including studios, one-bedroom , and two-bedroom apartment.

At Belmont Village Senior Living Turtle Creek, residents can trade in home maintenance for more time to do the things they love with housekeeping services available. A range of services, such as assistance with activities of daily living, medication management, on-site therapy services, or short-term respite stays, provides residents peace of mind knowing that help is easily accessible. A diverse social and enrichment activities and a wide array of amenities, including a theater, bistro, heated salt-water pool, and multiple mixed-use gathering spaces, helps residents enjoy a vibrant and well-connected lifestyle.

Contact Belmont Village Senior Living Turtle Creek

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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Independent Living in Dallas at a glance

Avg Walk Score: 56/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Dallas, TX. 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: 103The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Dallas, TX. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90
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Frequently Asked Questions about Independent Living in Dallas, TX

What is the average cost of independent living in Dallas, TX?

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

What is the price range for independent living in Dallas, TX?

Independent living in Dallas, TX 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 30 independent living communities in Dallas, TX. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right independent living community in Dallas, TX?

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 Dallas, TX, 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 Dallas, TX?

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.