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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
Overview of Medley Lakeside Retirement Park

Maintain independence in your golden years with Medley Lakeside Retirement Park, a blissful 55+ community in Medley, FL, offering independent living. Residents here experience the utmost comfort and safety with the community’s beautifully furnished and spacious accommodations. The community also promotes a warm and welcoming environment, ensuring residents can downsize in retirement without worries.

Residents spend their days as they please, accompanied by the community’s cozy and state-of-the-art recreational spaces. Engaging events are also conducted to promote social interactions. With delightful restaurants and plenty of recreation sites nearby, residents will surely enjoy their stay in the community. Live a blissful retirement in the community’s vibrant setting.

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Overview of The Hamlet at Walden Pond – Senior 62+

Enjoy your best years at The Hamlet at Walden Pond, an idyllic retreat in Miami Gardens, FL, offering independent living. Residents are guaranteed the utmost comfort with beautifully furnished and spacious one- to three-bedroom floor plans. The community also ensures that low-income older adults can find the accommodation that best suits their budgets with income restrictions.

Residents can spend their days as they please with various recreational spaces and thriving local amenities nearby. With convenient kitchen features, residents can prepare meals according to their dietary needs and preferences. Amenities include a clubhouse, a pool, a fitness center, a pond, a business center, and a basketball court.

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Overview of Hampton Manor at 24th Road

Set in the peaceful residential area of SE 24th Road, Ocala, FL, Hampton Manor at 24th Road is a prominent senior living community focusing on memory care. The community features snug and spacious studio and one-bedroom floor plans, purposely crafted to maximize seniors’ comfort and convenience. With a team of compassionate and qualified professionals delivering exceptional care and support around the clock, seniors let go of their worries and lead inspiring lives.

The community fosters a bright and welcoming environment, providing residents with opportunities to create lasting moments with their surroundings. Have a delightful dining experience with delicious and well-balanced meals that satisfy dietary needs and preferences. Hampton Manor at 24th Road is a haven for seniors to live a peaceful retirement with its stunning spaces and incredible amenities.

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Cove at St Lucie

4400 Nw Cove Cir, Port St. Lucie, FL 34983
Overview of Cove at St Lucie

Peacefully nestled near Charles E. Ray Park in Port St. Lucie, FL, Cove at St. Lucie is an idyllic retreat that offers independent living. With beautifully designed and spacious one- to three-bedroom floor plans, residents are guaranteed the utmost comfort. 24-hour emergency maintenance and convenient apartment features are also available, so residents have a hassle-free lifestyle.

With a well-thought-out calendar of exciting events and engaging programs, residents will not run out of things to do for leisure and wellness. A clubhouse with a kitchen is also available, providing residents with a variety of dining options according to their dietary needs and preferences. The community has plenty of amenities, including a fitness center, a library, a business center, a sparkling swimming pool, a shuffleboard court, and a scenic garden.

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Heron Pond I

1232-1238 Village Lakes Blvd, Lehigh Acres, FL 33972
Overview of Heron Pond I

Spend your golden years at Heron Pond I, an esteemed community in Lehigh Acres, FL, offering independent living. Dedicated to the comfort of those 55+, the community has thoughtfully designed and spacious one- and two-bedroom floor plans. Residents can keep their peace of mind with convenient apartment features and laundry spaces.

Residents are encouraged to interact with their surroundings in cozy communal spaces and recreational opportunities. A fully furnished kitchen is also provided in each unit, allowing residents to prepare meals on their terms. The community also features a clubhouse, a fitness center, a business center, a pond, and a pool, creating the ideal setting for residents’ leisure and wellness.

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Overview of Village Green Active 55+ Community

Live actively at Village Green Active 55+ Community, a welcoming 55+ community in St. Petersburg, FL, offering independent living. Featuring a variety of spacious and purposely built accommodations, the community ensures residents are comfortable and safe. Residents also have easy access to their necessities and leisure with local amenities nearby.

A well-thought-out calendar of fun recreational activities and engaging programs is conducted, ensuring residents will not run out of things to do for leisure and wellness. Pets are also welcome to accompany residents to ease their loneliness. For residents’ convenience, transportation services are available. The community has plenty of amenities, including a heated pool, a spa, a shuffleboard, a bocce ball, a pet park, a fitness center, an arts and crafts room, and walking and biking trails.

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Overview of Windsor Pointe of Jacksonville

Nestled in the beautiful area in Jacksonville, FL, Windsor Pointe of Jacksonville is a reliable senior living community, offering independent living. The community makes sure residents enjoy a vibrant lifestyle in their beautifully designed accommodations with convenient access to beaches, attractions, shopping, dining, and medical facilities. Choose from an array of one-bedroom and two-bedroom floor plans that are designed to accommodate various tastes and needs, equipped with the conveniences they need to live comfortably and worry-free.

The community offers a multitude of amenities, including four on-site restaurants, a spa, and a variety of fitness classes for a fulfilling living experience. With an emphasis on promoting wellness, residents are encouraged to participate in various activities and programs that cater to their unique preferences and needs. Here, residents are provided with a dynamic and enjoyable lifestyle that caters to their preferences and enhances their overall well-being.

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Overview of Douglas Gardens North

Cherish every moment at Douglas Gardens North, an idyllic community set near Memorial Pembroke 24/7 Care Center in Pembroke Pines, FL, offering independent living. Dedicated to those low-income 62+, the community features affordable and purposely built accommodations. Maintenance services and laundry spaces are also provided, so residents have a hassle-free lifestyle.

Residents can spend their days as they please with recreational spaces and fitness programs. With delightful restaurants and shops nearby, residents enjoy a variety of dining options that cater to their dietary needs and preferences. The community is equipped with an arts and crafts room, a game room, and a library.

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Overview of Hampton Manor at Deerwood

Situated in the serene neighborhood of Ocala, FL, Hampton Manor at Deerwood is a blissful senior living community offering assisted living. Have a relaxing retirement within the cozy and sophisticated residence of Hampton Manor at Deerwood in a wide array of studio and one-bedroom floor plans. The community goes above and beyond to ensure seniors’ needs and aspirations are well-cared for with a dedicated and highly skilled team.

Discover new hobbies and relive past interests with a jam-packed calendar of activities conducted for seniors to remain active and happy. Here, residents have the finest dining experience with healthy and tasty meals catering to dietary needs and preferences. Hampton Manor at Deerwood strives to provide a safe place for seniors to spend their golden years doing what they love within its stunning premises.

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Overview of Emerson Lakes Senior Living Community

Emerson Lakes Senior Living Community is a well-regarded 62+ independent living community in Bradenton, FL, offering specially designed one- and two-bedroom apartments. With its lively and welcoming environment, the community ensures older adults can feel at home. Residents also experience maintenance-free living with restaurant-style dining, housekeeping, and transportation services. The community’s thoughtfully curated amenities also ensure residents can live independently in retirement.

Fitness programs, card games, and various recreational opportunities provide residents with more opportunities to explore new hobbies and have fun. A full-service salon, a spa, a swimming pool, and walking trails are just some of the amenities dedicated to residents’ relaxation and wellness. With its ideal setting in the quiet residential area of Bradenton, the community ensures residents have a stress-free retirement. As one of the best choices for senior living in Florida, this independent living community ensures older adults can thrive in retirement.

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Weighting overview

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    Resident Experience
  • 25%
    Regulatory
  • 15%
    Visual Media
  • 10%
    Website
  • 10%
    Stability
  • 5%
    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.

  • Includes
  • 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.

  • Includes
  • 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.

  • Includes
  • 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.