Best Independent Living in Florida

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 551 independent living communities in FL using FL Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank independent living in FL
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Avg Walk Score: 42/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Florida. 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: 88The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Florida. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90

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Info below is compiled from the FL Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.

Communities are listed from highest to lowest based on our ranking 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. 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.
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.
Name of the licensed owner, operator, or managing entity as filed with the state. Useful for grouping facilities under the same organization.
Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
Share of inspections that resulted in citations, expressed as a percentage of total inspections in the window.
Total count of citations (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
The average number of citations this facility receives each time it's inspected, calculated as total citations ÷ total inspections. A lower number suggests more consistent compliance with safety and care standards.
Reported profit orientation for the operator or facility (e.g. for-profit vs nonprofit), as provided in state licensing or disclosure data.
Total monetary fines or penalties in the reporting window from the state source. A single large fine can dominate this figure.
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.
Housing or bed configuration options (e.g. studio, shared), often from facility-reported amenities and licensing details.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
Vitality Living Spring Hill
IL
AL
MC
Spring Hill
240
Facility 240
FL AVG 88
Rank #16 / 1,058
Yes
39
Facility 39
FL AVG 42
Rank #744 / 1,427
Evergreen Woods Owner LLC27
22%
Facility 22%
FL AVG 58.3%
Rank #87 / 906
24
Facility 24
FL AVG 33
Rank #372 / 906
0.9
Facility 0.9
FL AVG 1.4
Rank #49 / 906
For-Profit$1,500Kimberly AdamsStudio / 1 Bed / 2 BedA+
Coral Oaks
IL
AL
Palm Harbor
101
Facility 101
FL AVG 88
Rank #426 / 1,058
Yes
70
Facility 70
FL AVG 42
Rank #211 / 1,427
Palm Harbor Slc Tenant LLC19
21%
Facility 21%
FL AVG 58.3%
Rank #83 / 906
17
Facility 17
FL AVG 33
Rank #233 / 906
0.9
Facility 0.9
FL AVG 1.4
Rank #49 / 906
For-Profit-Heather OrtmanStudio / 1 Bed / 2 BedA+
The Summit of Citrus Hills
IL
AL
MC
RC
Hernando
200
Facility 200
FL AVG 88
Rank #38 / 1,058
Yes
34
Facility 34
FL AVG 42
Rank #850 / 1,427
Cpf Lc III Operations - Citrus Hills, LLC16
25%
Facility 25%
FL AVG 58.3%
Rank #98 / 906
14
Facility 14
FL AVG 33
Rank #187 / 906
0.9
Facility 0.9
FL AVG 1.4
Rank #49 / 906
For-Profit$500Kimberly HusungStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-
CountrySide Lakes
IL
AL
Port Orange (Howell Place At Countryside)
120
Facility 120
FL AVG 88
Rank #253 / 1,058
Yes
59
Facility 59
FL AVG 42
Rank #368 / 1,427
Shepherd Csl, LLC14
57%
Facility 57%
FL AVG 58.3%
Rank #443 / 906
15
Facility 15
FL AVG 33
Rank #204 / 906
1.1
Facility 1.1
FL AVG 1.4
Rank #315 / 906
For-Profit$1,000Mary Kristine Williams1 Bed / 2 BedA
Stratford Court of Palm Harbor
IL
AL
RC
Palm Harbor
40
Facility 40
FL AVG 88
Rank #795 / 1,058
Yes
40
Facility 40
FL AVG 42
Rank #726 / 1,427
Snh Se Tenant Trs, Inc22
45%
Facility 45%
FL AVG 58.3%
Rank #276 / 906
19
Facility 19
FL AVG 33
Rank #277 / 906
0.9
Facility 0.9
FL AVG 1.4
Rank #49 / 906
For-Profit$350Susan Gianelli1 Bed / 2 BedA+
Brookdale Mandarin
IL
AL
Jacksonville (Southwood)
170
Facility 170
FL AVG 88
Rank #92 / 1,058
Yes
58
Facility 58
FL AVG 42
Rank #382 / 1,427
Summerville At Mandarin LLC34
59%
Facility 59%
FL AVG 58.3%
Rank #489 / 906
25
Facility 25
FL AVG 33
Rank #389 / 906
0.7
Facility 0.7
FL AVG 1.4
Rank #3 / 906
For-Profit$9,450Katrina WilliamsStudio / 1 Bed / 2 BedA+
Aston Gardens At The Courtyards
IL
AL
MC
RC
Sun City Center
105
Facility 105
FL AVG 88
Rank #401 / 1,058
Yes
49
Facility 49
FL AVG 42
Rank #540 / 1,427
Sun City Courtyard Fl Senior Housing Opco LLC18
39%
Facility 39%
FL AVG 58.3%
Rank #200 / 906
22
Facility 22
FL AVG 33
Rank #325 / 906
1.2
Facility 1.2
FL AVG 1.4
Rank #441 / 906
For-Profit$3,000Twyla Dawn Sampson1 Bed / 2 BedA+
American House St. Petersburg
IL
AL
MC
RC
St. Petersburg (Saint Petersburg)
120
Facility 120
FL AVG 88
Rank #253 / 1,058
Yes
76
Facility 76
FL AVG 42
Rank #139 / 1,427
Hsre-Ahr St. Petersburg Trs, LLC25
48%
Facility 48%
FL AVG 58.3%
Rank #308 / 906
22
Facility 22
FL AVG 33
Rank #325 / 906
0.9
Facility 0.9
FL AVG 1.4
Rank #49 / 906
For-Profit-Eugene Edwin ValentineStudio / 1 Bed / 2 BedA+
Lexington Place
IL
AL
MC
New Smyrna Beach
115
Facility 115
FL AVG 88
Rank #339 / 1,058
Yes
62
Facility 62
FL AVG 42
Rank #323 / 1,427
Concordis Alf Nsb, LLC12
50%
Facility 50%
FL AVG 58.3%
Rank #326 / 906
11
Facility 11
FL AVG 33
Rank #136 / 906
0.9
Facility 0.9
FL AVG 1.4
Rank #49 / 906
For-Profit$5,544Sean BooneStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-
The Palace at Coral Gables
IL
Coral Gables (Crafts)
85
Facility 85
FL AVG 88
Rank #552 / 1,058
No
97
Facility 97
FL AVG 42
Rank #7 / 1,427
The Palace Management Group LLC11
18%
Facility 18%
FL AVG 58.3%
Rank #72 / 906
10
Facility 10
FL AVG 33
Rank #117 / 906
0.9
Facility 0.9
FL AVG 1.4
Rank #49 / 906
For-Profit-Josian CabreraStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-

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Vitality Living Spring Hill

7030 Evergreen Woods Trail, Spring Hill, FL 34608
Overview of Vitality Living Spring Hill

Experience the best of your golden years at Vitality Living Spring Hill, an award-winning community in Spring Hill, FL, offering independent living. The community has beautifully designed and spacious studio and two-bedroom floor plans, dedicated to residents’ comfort and convenience. 24-hour emergency call system, weekly housekeeping, laundry, and linen services are also available, ensuring residents have a worry-free lifestyle.

A jam-packed calendar of fun recreational activities and engaging programs is conducted to keep residents active and socially connected. Three delightful and healthy meals are also served to satisfy residents’ dietary needs and preferences. Here, pets are welcome to accompany residents to ease their loneliness. Amenities include a library, a salon, a hot tub, a heated swimming pool, a putting green, a resident lounge, and serene walking paths.

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Overview of Coral Oaks

Warm and inviting, Coral Oaks in the sunny Palm Harbor, FL, offers both independent and assisted living options in a vibrant community. Residents can enjoy the soothing ocean breeze while strolling through the beautiful courtyard garden. With activities like relaxing at nearby beaches, practicing their putting skills, or enjoying movies in the fully furnished theater, seniors can focus on the joys of life. The community’s welcoming atmosphere ensures that everyone feels right at home.

Dedicated to providing a fulfilling and engaging lifestyle for its residents, Coral Oaks offers a range of amenities, including a pet-friendly dog park, outdoor heated pool, and restaurant-style dining, ensuring there’s always something to enjoy. Social gatherings, outings to local events, and wellness programs keep life exciting and purposeful, making each day a delightful experience for residents and their furry friends.

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The Summit of Citrus Hills

850 W Norvell Bryant Hwy, Hernando, FL 34442
Overview of The Summit of Citrus Hills

Live blissfully at The Summit of Citrus Hills, an idyllic haven in Hernando, FL, offering independent living, assisted living, and memory care. Residents, even those with cognitive conditions, receive the highest quality of care for their unique needs from a respectful and highly trained team available around the clock. With beautifully furnished and spacious studio to two-bedroom floor plans, residents enjoy the utmost comfort they deserve.

Encouraging residents to live actively and make new friends, a jam-packed calendar of exciting events and stimulating programs is conducted. Residents also delight in delicious and healthy dining options that cater to their dietary needs and preferences. This pet-friendly community has a cafe, a library, an art studio, a fitness center, a pool, a theater, and a putting green, making it an ideal retirement destination.

Contact The Summit of Citrus Hills

Overview of CountrySide Lakes

CountrySide Lakes, nestled in Port Orange, Florida, fosters a sense of community founded on values of friendship, joy, and gratitude. They prioritize personalized care and services, honoring individuality while cherishing relationships with residents and families. With a dedicated staff boasting over 35 years of experience, they ensure the highest levels of care, consistently earning recognition as a top choice. Their vision encompasses a vibrant, supportive environment where every resident feels valued and embraced.

Experience the comforts of home at CountrySide Lakes, offering spacious residences equipped with personal kitchens, walk-in closets, and screened-in porches. Enjoy a range of amenities, including three daily meals, transportation services, and pet-friendly accommodations. Every aspect, from weekly housekeeping to recreational activities, enhances residents’ well-being and fosters a fulfilling lifestyle.

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Overview of Stratford Court of Palm Harbor

Stratford Court of Palm Harbor is a welcoming independent and assisted living community located in sunny Palm Harbor, Florida. Catering to seniors aged 62 and older, the community features warm, elegant spaces and top-notch amenities. Residents can enjoy a relaxing morning by the waterfront, challenge friends to a round of golf, or take a refreshing swim in the pool. With a dedicated team, Stratford Court provides skilled assistance, making daily life enjoyable and stress-free.

The community aims to create a happy and comfortable environment for its residents, offering a variety of engaging activities in unique common areas, encouraging social interactions and hobbies. With thoughtfully designed studio, one, and two-bedroom apartments, residents can personalize their homes, ensuring they feel right at home in this welcoming community.

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Brookdale Mandarin

10790 Old St Augustine Rd, Jacksonville, FL 32257
Overview of Brookdale Mandarin

Enticing seniors and guests with its welcoming neighborhood, Brookdale Mandarin is an idyllic senior living community located on Old Street, Augustine Road, Jacksonville, FL, offering assisted living and its exclusive Brookdale HealthPlus. The community offers diverse living areas for seniors’ comfort and safety including studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments. Encouraging its residents to enjoy a life free of worries and cherish little moments, Brookdale Mandarin doubles its effort to improve seniors’ quality of life.

The community aims to provide seniors with everything they need and interests them by orchestrating fun and exciting activities. Meals are prepared based on the seniors’ needs and preferences for their satisfaction. Take time to read at the library or talk with friends in the courtyard and garden. Brookdale Mandarin is a great place to live with its fabulous amenities including a therapy pool, a game room, a theater, a general store, an outdoor pool, a beauty and barbershop, a porch, a chapel, an arts and crafts studio, a clinic, and business centers.

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Overview of Aston Gardens at the Courtyards

Wake up inspired each morning with a wealth of amenities, activities, and support. Aston Gardens at the Courtyards is designed to address all the needs and wants of today’s retired seniors. Their campus in Sun City Center, Florida features three distinct communities and goes beyond being just an assisted living community. They take pride in their residents’ happiness and well-being. Whether individuals are living on their own or need additional help, the dedicated staff and elegant surroundings create a warm and welcoming environment.

Located in the heart of Sun City Center, residents have easy access to the best entertainment and medical facilities in the area. This area is an excellent place to retire, and Aston Gardens at the Courtyards is committed to ensuring that seniors have access to everything the community has to offer.

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American House St. Petersburg

1101 66Th St N, St. Petersburg, FL 33710
Overview of American House St. Petersburg

With a warm and welcoming atmosphere, American House is considered to be one of the finest senior living in St. Petersburg. Its vibrant and collected design touches are designed to combat stress and any negative energy for seniors to maximize the comfort and security that the facility has to offer. Just a few minutes away from shopping districts, and enjoying the extensive coastal views of the Treasure Island, residents will surely enjoy living in a community that has convenience and tranquility at the crossroads. 

The all-inclusive amenities such as the restaurant-style dining serving chef-prepared meals; game room with billiard table; on-site spa, salon, and barbershop; and a library– among many others. The accommodating services include the weekly housekeeping and laundry services; personal and scheduled transportation; and a calendar of events. American House offers these amenities and services for independent living, assisted living, memory care, and respite care. American House is definitely a sanctuary where residents can spruce up mundane moments into a delightful experience.  

 

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Lexington Place

301 S Myrtle Ave, New Smyrna Beach, FL 32168
Overview of Lexington Place

Lexington Place provides exquisite senior living while making way for a vibrant social life in New Myrna Beach. This community practices compassion and kindness for all residents that walk through its doors– ready to attend to any holistic needs in a cozy and home-like atmosphere. Management and staff are committed to ensuring residents maintain their independence and individuality in a nurturing environment. Lexington Place ensures that the lifestyle seniors receive extends beyond services, making it a priority that residents genuinely enjoy their experience.

This resort-style community boasts its quintessential services that make the lives of each resident stress-free. Enabling seniors to pursue and continue to live a fulfilling lifestyle every day. Offering flexibility for seniors, community features include amenities and services such as housekeeping, laundry, social events, recreational activities, fitness classes, medication management, and transportation.

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Overview of The Palace at Coral Gables

Awarded as the #1 Senior Living in America by The National Association of Homebuilders in 2014, The Palace at Coral Gables, known for its luxurious retirement living, is also considered one of the finest assisted living Coral Gables communities in Miami. The luxury building’s design and architecture draw inspiration from the Four Seasons George V Hotel in Paris, renowned for its exquisite aesthetics, and The Palace strives to achieve similar recognition in Miami. This magnificent community offers top-tier amenities and services that enhance the lifestyle of every senior. The Palace at Coral Gables is a proud member of The Palace Group, dedicated to delivering nothing but the best and extraordinary in assisted living Coral Gables.

The community is highly protected with its security and maintenance, adding to their fire-protection fire alarm system and 24-hour security system. Their elegant palace-like rooms all have private terraces that are equipped with glass windows that are also made to be hurricane-proof. Lifestyle at The Palace at Coral Gables offers concierge services, scheduled transportation, and complimentary valet parking. There are University of Miami OSHER Lifelong Learning classes weekly; a physical therapy center; an on-site Home Health Agency for health related needs; and an in-house social director planning activities and events. The Palace at Coral Gables is ranked as world-class and with the exclusive amenities offered, its title is rightfully so.

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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 Florida

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 551 independent living communities in Florida. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right independent living community in Florida?

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 Florida, 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 Florida?

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.