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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

Seagrass Village of Panama City Beach

201 Seagrass Dr, Panama City Beach, FL 32407
Overview of Seagrass Village of Panama City Beach

Designed for carefree senior living in Panama City Beach, Florida, Seagrass Village offers independent living through its residential assisted living with villa homes. These spacious two-bedroom, two-bathroom cottages provide ample living space and privacy. Residents can personalize their villa homes with their favorite décor, making it a true reflection of themselves. Each villa features a fully-equipped kitchen with an island bar, a laundry room, a two-car garage, and a screened lanai overlooking landscaped grounds.

Seagrass Village a carefree lifestyle by taking care of exterior maintenance and landscaping. This allows residents to spend their time enjoying the on-site amenities like a large swimming pool, movie theater, and library, or exploring the nearby shops, restaurants, and beaches of Panama City Beach. Additionally, residents can participate in happy hour socials and enjoy restaurant-style dining, all without leaving the community. A comfortable and amenity-rich living environment with minimal responsibilities, Seagrass Village’s residential villa homes can be a valuable option for seniors seeking independent living in Panama City Beach.

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Overview of The Pavilion of Downtown Venice

Experience an ultimately relaxing stay with The Pavilion of Downtown Venice located in Venice, FL. This community offers independent living, assisted living services and memory care services. A wide array of stunning accommodations with different floor plans suited to the preferences of its residents are available. With a highly skilled and compassionate team, the community ensures to provide specialized services tailored to the primary wants and needs of its residents.

Discover its top-tier amenities and services wherein residents can avail of the following: restaurant-style dining, weekly housekeeping & personal laundry services, on-site maintenance, medication assistance, etc. Engage in a full calendar of activities to boost engagement and wellness. The golden years of retirement are even more vibrant and worth remembering with The Pavilion of Downtown Venice.

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Overview of Bear Creek Commons

Bear Creek Commons is a new affordable senior housing community set to open in Fall 2024 in St. Petersburg, Florida. The mid-rise development will offer 85 one-bedroom and two-bedroom apartment homes, with 651 square feet for one-bedroom units and 1,016 square feet for two-bedroom units. The community will feature a variety of amenities, including a game room, art hall, and gazebo, providing seniors with opportunities for recreation and socialization. All apartments will be equipped with multiple energy-efficient features, ensuring a comfortable and sustainable living environment.

Bear Creek Commons is committed to providing accessible housing options for seniors with disabilities. The community offers accessible units and reasonable accommodations upon request and at no charge to the resident household. This includes the installation of grab bars around each tub/shower unit, meeting or exceeding the 2010 ADA Standards for Accessible Design. Bear Creek Commons welcomes applications from seniors looking for affordable, convenient, and comfortable apartment homes in St. Petersburg, with no application or rental information available before Spring 2024. The community also accepts Section 8 housing vouchers, VASH, and other forms of agency rental assistance.

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Overview of Deer Creek Senior Housing

Spend your golden years at Deer Creek Senior Housing, a purposely built 62+ community in Gainesville, FL, offering independent living. Specially designed and spacious one- and two-bedroom floor plans are available in a vibrant and friendly environment, ensuring residents feel at ease during their stay. The community also provides income restrictions to ease financial burdens.

Residents gain easy access to unending leisure and wellness opportunities with thriving shops and recreational spaces nearby. Delightful restaurants also surround the area, providing residents with plenty of dining options that cater to their dietary needs and preferences. Amenities include an entertainment room, a game room, a craft room, a fitness center, and an outside picnic area, creating the ideal setting for a vibrant lifestyle.

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McKeen Towers

2173 Tarrytown Ln Ne, Palm Bay, FL 32905
Overview of McKeen Towers

Create meaningful moments in retirement at McKeen Towers, an esteemed community in Palm Bay, FL, offering independent living. With specially designed and spacious three-bedroom accommodations, residents experience the utmost comfort. 24-hour emergency response system, weekly housekeeping, and maintenance are provided, ensuring residents have a worry-free lifestyle.

A well-thought-out calendar of engaging activities and enriching programs is conducted to keep residents active and socially connected. Breakfast and dinner are served, ensuring residents have a delightful dining experience that caters to their dietary needs and preferences. Transportation services are also provided for residents’ convenience and safety. The community has a library, a beauty salon, a fitness center, a heated swimming pool, and walking trails, making it an ideal retirement option.

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Overview of The Rose Garden of Orlando

Live the retirement of your dreams with the outstanding senior living community of The Rose Garden of Orlando set in the charming grounds of South Orange Blossom Trail, Orlando, FL, providing assisted living, independent living, and memory care. With cozy and elegant studios, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom residences, seniors experience unrivaled comfort and convenience. The community also offers pet therapy to provide seniors with furry companions that uplift their moods.

Explore new interests and gain meaningful experiences with engaging activities and enjoyable programs. Conveniently located near stunning attractions and necessities, the community ensures residents easily access their needs and desires. The Rose Garden of Orlando is ideal for seniors looking to create unforgettable moments surrounded by amazing amenities and excellent services.

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Overview of Villa Vincente Apartments

Spend your golden years at Villa Vicente Apartments, an idyllic retreat in Fort Myers, FL, that offers independent living. Residents are guaranteed the utmost comfort and safety with a variety of purposely built one-bedroom floor plans. On-site maintenance and laundry spaces are also available, ensuring residents have a hassle-free living.

With a thoughtfully curated calendar of enriching programs and exciting events, residents will not run out of things to do for leisure and wellness. A fully equipped kitchen is provided in each unit, allowing residents to prepare meals according to their dietary needs and preferences. This pet-friendly community has a library, picnic tables, a bark park, a sparkling fountain, and a beautiful butterfly garden.

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Overview of Windward Village Community

Live a blissful retirement at Windward Village Community, a welcoming community in Spring Hill, FL, offering independent living. Those 55+ can find the accommodation that best matches their preferences with beautifully furnished and spacious floor plans. On-site maintenance and management are also provided, so residents feel at ease during their stay.

Residents are encouraged to live actively and maintain social connections with various recreational opportunities and cozy communal spaces. Plenty of delightful restaurants and thriving shops are available nearby, providing residents with dining options that cater to their dietary needs and preferences. The community is ideal for those aiming to downsize in retirement, especially with its vibrant and friendly setting.

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Overview of Hacienda Heights Retirement Community

Live your best years at Hacienda Heights Retirement Community, a distinct community in Riverview, FL, offering independent living. The community has beautifully designed and spacious two- and three-bedroom accommodations, ensuring residents are comfortable and safe. Maintenance services and convenient amenities are also provided, so residents have a worry-free lifestyle.

A jam-packed calendar of enriching programs and exciting events is also conducted to keep residents active and socially connected. Residents can prepare meals on their terms with a full kitchen. Amenities include shuffleboard courts, a library, a game room, a clubhouse, and a scenic lake, creating the ideal setting for the finest retirement experience.

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Overview of The Tremont – a Provincial Senior Living Community

The Tremont is a respected senior living community located in the charming neighborhood of Red Bug Lake Road, Oviedo, FL, offering independent living. With various specially designed and cozy one-bedroom residences, seniors enjoy unmatched comfort and convenience. The community helps seniors keep their surroundings clean and safe by providing maintenance and housekeeping services, safety rails, smoke alarms, sprinkler systems, and emergency response pendants.

Sit back and relax in the communal spaces and incredible amenities including a screened heated swimming pool, wheelchair-accessible spaces, an activity room, and a lounge area. As a Provincial Senior Living Community, The Tremont ensures seniors experience the highest standard of senior living. Have the finest dining experience with healthy and tasty meals satisfying dietary needs and preferences. The Tremont is filled with serene spaces and scenic views, ensuring seniors have a peaceful retirement.

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    Resident Experience
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    Regulatory
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    Visual Media
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    Website
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    Stability
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    Environment
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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.

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  • Review Sentiment
  • Review Volume
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Regulatory & Safety Record 25%

State inspection records, citations, and complaint visits. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.

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  • State Inspections
  • Citations/Inspection
  • % Inspections w/ Citations
  • Complaint Visits
  • Accreditations
  • BBB Rating
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Visual Media & Transparency 15%

Communities that publish high-quality visuals give families a real preview. No photos or tours = a negative transparency signal.

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  • Video Tours
  • Virtual Walkthroughs
  • Photo Quantity
  • Photo Quality
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Website & Operator Transparency 10%

Site quality and whether the operator publishes basic accountability information — staff names, contact details, ownership.

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  • Website Content
  • Mobile Usability
  • Staff Info Available
  • Owner Info Available
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Community Stability 10%

Operational signals indicating whether a community is well-run and meeting demand.

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  • Occupancy Rate
  • Bed Options
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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.

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  • 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.