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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.
| The Palace Royale at Kendall | IL AL HC MC NH SNF | Miami | 510
Facility
510
FL AVG
88
Rank
#1 / 1058 | Yes |
51
Facility
51
FL AVG
40
Rank
#503 / 1487 | Kendall Healthcare Properties | 94
Facility
94
FL AVG
83
Rank
#162 / 876 | 28 | 35.7%
Facility
35.7%
FL AVG
61.5%
Rank
#172 / 907 | 25
Facility
25
FL AVG
33
Rank
#391 / 907 | 0.9
Facility
0.9
FL AVG
1.3
Rank
#55 / 907 | For-Profit | - | Ricardo A Martinez | Studio / 1 bed | - |
| Vi at Lakeside Village | IL AL MC NH RC SNF | Lantana | 60
Facility
60
FL AVG
88
Rank
#681 / 1058 | Yes |
12
Facility
12
FL AVG
40
Rank
#1225 / 1487 | Meridian Park Village Limited Partnership | 90
Facility
90
FL AVG
83
Rank
#314 / 876 | 15 | 53.3%
Facility
53.3%
FL AVG
61.5%
Rank
#395 / 907 | 11
Facility
11
FL AVG
33
Rank
#142 / 907 | 0.7
Facility
0.7
FL AVG
1.3
Rank
#9 / 907 | For-Profit | $6,025 | Hauremarie Anne Simeus | 1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed | - |
| Vi at Aventura | IL AL MC NH SNF | Aventura | 26
Facility
26
FL AVG
88
Rank
#855 / 1058 | No |
69
Facility
69
FL AVG
40
Rank
#223 / 1487 | Cc Aventura LLC | 92
Facility
92
FL AVG
83
Rank
#237 / 876 | 17 | 58.8%
Facility
58.8%
FL AVG
61.5%
Rank
#497 / 907 | 19
Facility
19
FL AVG
33
Rank
#280 / 907 | 1.1
Facility
1.1
FL AVG
1.3
Rank
#320 / 907 | For-Profit | $500 | Martine Cesaire-Francois | 1 Bed / 2 Bed | - |
| Terracina Grand | IL AL MC NH RC SNF | Naples | 200
Facility
200
FL AVG
88
Rank
#38 / 1058 | Yes |
12
Facility
12
FL AVG
40
Rank
#1225 / 1487 | Terracina, LLC | 76
Facility
76
FL AVG
83
Rank
#641 / 876 | 31 | 41.9%
Facility
41.9%
FL AVG
61.5%
Rank
#245 / 907 | 36
Facility
36
FL AVG
33
Rank
#543 / 907 | 1.2
Facility
1.2
FL AVG
1.3
Rank
#446 / 907 | For-Profit | $34,000 | Pradeep Muley | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | A+ |
| Westminster Oaks Tallahassee | IL AL MC NH SNF | Tallahassee | 120
Facility
120
FL AVG
88
Rank
#253 / 1058 | Yes |
1
Facility
1
FL AVG
40
Rank
#1429 / 1487 | Presbyterian Retirement Communities, Inc | 95
Facility
95
FL AVG
83
Rank
#128 / 876 | 23 | 39.1%
Facility
39.1%
FL AVG
61.5%
Rank
#208 / 907 | 21
Facility
21
FL AVG
33
Rank
#307 / 907 | 0.9
Facility
0.9
FL AVG
1.3
Rank
#55 / 907 | Not-For-Profit | - | Karen Myers | - | - |
| The Mayflower at Winter Park | IL AL MC NH SNF | Winter Park | 55
Facility
55
FL AVG
88
Rank
#734 / 1058 | No |
13
Facility
13
FL AVG
40
Rank
#1204 / 1487 | Mayflower Retirement Center, Inc | 91
Facility
91
FL AVG
83
Rank
#281 / 876 | 17 | 70.6%
Facility
70.6%
FL AVG
61.5%
Rank
#699 / 907 | 21
Facility
21
FL AVG
33
Rank
#307 / 907 | 1.2
Facility
1.2
FL AVG
1.3
Rank
#446 / 907 | For-Profit | $1,000 | Kimberly Arunakul | - | - |
| Westminster St. Augustine | IL AL MC NH SNF | St. Augustine | 36
Facility
36
FL AVG
88
Rank
#827 / 1058 | Yes |
2
Facility
2
FL AVG
40
Rank
#1404 / 1487 | Westminster Pines, Inc | 96
Facility
96
FL AVG
83
Rank
#100 / 876 | 14 | 57.1%
Facility
57.1%
FL AVG
61.5%
Rank
#461 / 907 | 12
Facility
12
FL AVG
33
Rank
#152 / 907 | 0.9
Facility
0.9
FL AVG
1.3
Rank
#55 / 907 | Not-For-Profit | - | Misty Degross | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed | - |
| Westminster Woods on Julington Creek | IL AL MC NH SNF | Fruit Cove (Saint Johns) | 80
Facility
80
FL AVG
88
Rank
#570 / 1058 | Yes |
47
Facility
47
FL AVG
40
Rank
#570 / 1487 | Wesley Manor, Inc | 93
Facility
93
FL AVG
83
Rank
#203 / 876 | 21 | 57.1%
Facility
57.1%
FL AVG
61.5%
Rank
#461 / 907 | 23
Facility
23
FL AVG
33
Rank
#351 / 907 | 1.1
Facility
1.1
FL AVG
1.3
Rank
#320 / 907 | Not-For-Profit | - | David Berlin | - | C- |
| Addington Place at College Harbor | IL AL NH SNF | St. Petersburg | 90
Facility
90
FL AVG
88
Rank
#522 / 1058 | No |
3
Facility
3
FL AVG
40
Rank
#1384 / 1487 | Arhc Alspgfl01 Trs LLC | 89
Facility
89
FL AVG
83
Rank
#342 / 876 | 27 | 48.1%
Facility
48.1%
FL AVG
61.5%
Rank
#320 / 907 | 29
Facility
29
FL AVG
33
Rank
#453 / 907 | 1.1
Facility
1.1
FL AVG
1.3
Rank
#320 / 907 | For-Profit | $5,500 | Kathleen Tyler | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | - |
| Canterbury Tower | IL AL NH RC SNF | Tampa (South Tampa) | 17
Facility
17
FL AVG
88
Rank
#873 / 1058 | Yes |
56
Facility
56
FL AVG
40
Rank
#407 / 1487 | Canterbury Towers, Inc | 95
Facility
95
FL AVG
83
Rank
#128 / 876 | 5 | 40%
Facility
40%
FL AVG
61.5%
Rank
#212 / 907 | 8
Facility
8
FL AVG
33
Rank
#97 / 907 | 1.6
Facility
1.6
FL AVG
1.3
Rank
#727 / 907 | Not-For-Profit | - | Joyce Mitchell | - | A+ |
| Cypress Village | IL AL MC NH RC SNF | Jacksonville (Southside) | 112
Facility
112
FL AVG
88
Rank
#360 / 1058 | Yes |
13
Facility
13
FL AVG
40
Rank
#1204 / 1487 | Ccrc Opco - Cypress Village, LLC | 91
Facility
91
FL AVG
83
Rank
#281 / 876 | 22 | 45.5%
Facility
45.5%
FL AVG
61.5%
Rank
#293 / 907 | 29
Facility
29
FL AVG
33
Rank
#453 / 907 | 1.3
Facility
1.3
FL AVG
1.3
Rank
#545 / 907 | For-Profit | $500 | William Rouse | 1 bed / 2 bed | - |
| Westminster Baldwin Park | IL AL MC NH SNF | Orlando (Northeast Orlando) | 24
Facility
24
FL AVG
88
Rank
#858 / 1058 | Yes |
26
Facility
26
FL AVG
40
Rank
#977 / 1487 | Presbyterian Retirement Communities, Inc | - | 1 | 0%
Facility
0%
FL AVG
61.5%
Rank
#1 / 907 | 1
Facility
1
FL AVG
33
Rank
#7 / 907 | 1.0
Facility
1.0
FL AVG
1.3
Rank
#158 / 907 | Not-For-Profit | - | Laure Zulkowski | 1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed | - |
| The Glenview at Pelican Bay | IL NH SNF | Naples (North Naples) | 42
Facility
42
FL AVG
88
Rank
#788 / 1058 | Yes |
27
Facility
27
FL AVG
40
Rank
#955 / 1487 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed | A+ |
| Moorings Park Grande Lake | IL AL MC NH SNF | Naples (Central Naples) | 106
Facility
106
FL AVG
88
Rank
#397 / 1058 | Yes |
9
Facility
9
FL AVG
40
Rank
#1283 / 1487 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 2 Bed / 3 Bed / 4 Bed | A+ |
| Moorings Park at Grey Oaks | IL AL MC NH SNF | Naples (Bears Paw) | 106
Facility
106
FL AVG
88
Rank
#397 / 1058 | No |
5
Facility
5
FL AVG
40
Rank
#1357 / 1487 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | A+ |
A 48-bed residential community in Boca Raton, Florida, is Advent Square, which is operated by the Trustees of Advent Lutheran Church. It stands in a car-dependent area on North Dixie Highway, mirroring the broader landscape of suburban South Florida.
The home offers rehabilitation services along with respite care, with a doctor on staff and 24/7 nursing care. Staff has a licensed nurse working on campus daily, and the facility maintains an in-house doctor and pharmacy to support residents’ medical needs. An Alzheimer’s Community Care Day Program is there for those managing memory-related concerns. Daily life centers on activities and connections. Residents participate in interactive music groups, weekly Bible studies, creative arts classes, and movement and exercise programming. Meals are served family-style in the dining room. Various spaces, including an activity room and pastoral care support, round out the daily environment. Ground-floor living is offered throughout the community, and this matters for residents with mobility considerations.
Over the past 14 years, state inspections show that the facility’s latest inspection found no deficiencies. Along with past citations in training, medication management, staffing, and emergency preparedness, earlier inspections identified recurring concerns in resident care rights and facility procedures. These are zones that families may want to inquire about when touring Advent Square.
Westminster Manor sits at 81 South Street in downtown Auburn, New York, right at the center of a small Finger Lakes city in Cayuga County. The neighborhood earns a Walk Score of 87, which means most daily errands are doable on foot. That kind of walkability is a real benefit in a community this size, both for residents and for families who visit.
The facility is a 37-bed Adult Home licensed by the New York State Department of Health and operated by Cayuga-Syracuse Presbyterian Home For The Elderly. Services include rehabilitation, licensed nursing staff through CNAs, and memory support. A supportive services program is part of the offering, and a volunteer program is available for residents looking to stay connected outside the building. Pets are allowed, which matters more than it might seem on paper: for many people moving into a care setting, being able to keep an animal is a genuine factor in deciding where to go.
State inspections are carried out by the New York Department of Health, Office of Aging and Long Term Care. Inspection history here has noted medication management as an area of focus, something families can raise directly with staff when touring to understand current protocols.
Westminster Manor is a compact, city-center adult home with a strong walkability profile, pet-friendly policy, and a service lineup that includes both rehabilitation and memory support within a 37-bed setting, making it a functionally varied option relative to its size.
Osprey Manor is a senior living community in the vibrant city of Lakeland, FL. This senior living community specializes in providing independent living services and amenities, all in the comfort of their spacious studio, and one-to-two bedroom accommodations. Their independent living apartments feature kitchen, air-conditioning, internet and cable connection, private bathrooms, ample closet space, and are all handicap accessible.
Life at Osprey Manor is never dull due to the rich array of amenities they offer. This includes art classes, fitness programs, day trips and outings, dance and musical performances, brain fitness programs, and lifelong learning opportunities, all designed to keep the residents physically and mentally active, as well as engaged.
Conveniently located in the thriving neighborhood of Fort Myers, FL, St. John XXIII Villas is a blissful retreat that offers independent living. Those 62+ can find the accommodation that best suits their preferences with purposely built and spacious one-bedroom floor plans. Income restrictions are also utilized to ease financial burdens.
Here, residents can spend their days as they please with a well-thought-out calendar of engaging activities and enriching programs. Delightful restaurants and shops also surround the area, providing residents with various dining options for their dietary needs and preferences. The community’s vibrant and welcoming environment creates the ideal setting for residents to flourish in retirement.
Spend a blissful retirement at Palm Harbor Apartments, a blissful haven set in the harmonious neighborhood of Fort Myers, FL, offering independent living. Those 62+ can find the accommodation that best matches their preferences with accessible and specially designed studio and one-bedroom floor plans. 24-hour emergency maintenance and on-site laundry spaces are also available, so residents can feel at ease during their stay.
Encouraging residents to live actively and maintain social connections, a thoughtfully curated calendar of engaging activities and enriching programs is conducted. With fully equipped kitchens in each unit, residents can prepare meals according to their dietary needs and preferences. Pets are also welcome to accompany residents and ease their loneliness. The community is ideal for those looking to downsize in retirement, especially with its state-of-the-art amenities and friendly setting.
Thrive in your golden years with the trusted senior living community of The Brennity at Vero Beach residing in 16th Manor, Vero Beach, FL, that offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care. The community features ethereal and well-built studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom floor plans for seniors to live comfortably. With a compassionate and well-trained team, residents reach their full potential and learn something new.
Enjoy fun activities and engage in exciting activities conducted to ensure seniors live an active and blissful lifestyle. The community provides opportunities for meaningful interactions, ensuring residents gain new experiences and knowledge along the way. The Brennity at Vero Beach is a blissful community committed to providing a haven for seniors to enjoy a glorious retirement.
Surrounded by convenient local amenities in Tallahassee, FL, Casa Calderon is a vibrant community that offers independent living. The community features beautifully furnished and spacious accommodations, ensuring residents are comfortable and safe. With convenient apartment features and maintenance services, residents enjoy a hassle-free lifestyle.
Leisure sites and thriving shops surround the area, providing residents with plenty of recreational and wellness opportunities. Residents can also prepare meals according to their dietary needs with a full kitchen in each unit. The community is ideal for those looking to spend their retirement independently, especially with its dedicated services and top-notch amenities.
Live actively in retirement at Arbors at Tumblin Creek, a distinguished community in Gainesville, FL, offering independent living. Featuring sophisticated and spacious one- and two-bedroom floor plans, the community ensures residents are comfortable and safe. Residents can keep their peace of mind with emergency pull cords and safety measures throughout the community.
With a thoughtfully curated calendar of fun recreational activities and enriching programs, residents can spend their days as they please. Fully-equipped kitchens are also available in each apartment, allowing residents to prepare delightful and healthy meals for their dietary needs. The community has a fitness center, a yoga studio, an entertainment lounge, and other recreational spaces, creating the ideal setting for residents’ leisure and wellness.
Conveniently located in the harmonious neighborhood of Coral Springs, FL, Country Club Tower is a top-notch community that offers independent living. Residents can keep their peace of mind with purposely built and spacious accommodations. The community also ensures residents have a hassle-free living with maintenance services.
Residents can maintain social connections and gain meaningful experiences with cozy communal spaces and recreational opportunities. With a fully furnished kitchen, residents can prepare meals according to their dietary needs and preferences. Residents are guaranteed the finest retirement experience amid the community’s warm and friendly environment.
Conveniently settled in the neighborhood of Fort Myers, Florida, Springwood Court is a blissful senior living community that offers assisted living and seasonal stays. Residents enjoy the comfort of carefully curated accommodations, including studios and one-bedroom with private kitchenettes and bathrooms. Trained team members are available to provide support 24/7, giving residents peace of mind.
With regular health and wellness assessments, in-home doctors visits, and therapies, residents’ wellness are prioritized. Residents can leave their tedious routines behind with housekeeping, laundry, transportation, and maintenance available on-site. Amenities like full-service beauty salon, lifestyle and wellness activity areas, landscaped courtyards and patio areas, and inviting family rooms, ensures residents have plenty of spaces for exploration.
Ranking Methodology
How we rank these independent living communities
Every community above is evaluated across six weighted categories using public data including state inspection records, review platforms, BBB profiles, and operator-published materials.
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 559 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.



















