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Best Independent Living in Fort Myers, FL

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 19 independent living communities in Fort Myers, FL using Florida 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: 36/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Fort Myers, FL. 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: 128The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Fort Myers, FL. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90

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The Gallery at North Port
IL
AL
MC
North Port
108
Facility 108
FL AVG 89
Rank #398 / 1074
Yes
40
Facility 40
FL AVG 40
Rank #725 / 1486
Nx North Port Operator LLC
99
Facility 99
FL AVG 83
Rank #6 / 876
6
0%
Facility 0%
FL AVG 61.5%
Rank #1 / 919
6
Facility 6
FL AVG 33
Rank #77 / 919
1.0
Facility 1.0
FL AVG 1.3
Rank #167 / 919
Not-For-Profit-Craig KarczmerStudio / 1 Bed / 2 BedB+
Calusa Harbour
IL
AL
Fort Myers (First Street)
175
Facility 175
FL AVG 89
Rank #84 / 1074
Yes
50
Facility 50
FL AVG 40
Rank #524 / 1486
Snh Se Tenant Trs, Inc
87
Facility 87
FL AVG 83
Rank #410 / 876
34
38.2%
Facility 38.2%
FL AVG 61.5%
Rank #213 / 919
40
Facility 40
FL AVG 33
Rank #612 / 919
1.2
Facility 1.2
FL AVG 1.3
Rank #458 / 919
For-Profit$2,500Morgan LeopardStudio / 1 BedA+
American House The Palms
IL
AL
MC
RC
Fort Myers (Winkler)
80
Facility 80
FL AVG 89
Rank #582 / 1074
Yes
59
Facility 59
FL AVG 40
Rank #368 / 1486
Vop Ft. Myers, LLC
84
Facility 84
FL AVG 83
Rank #474 / 876
24
62.5%
Facility 62.5%
FL AVG 61.5%
Rank #568 / 919
29
Facility 29
FL AVG 33
Rank #463 / 919
1.2
Facility 1.2
FL AVG 1.3
Rank #458 / 919
For-Profit$3,350William BrewsterStudio / 1 Bed / 2 BedA+
Canterfield of Fort Myers
IL
AL
MC
Fort Myers
130
Facility 130
FL AVG 89
Rank #214 / 1074
No
32
Facility 32
FL AVG 40
Rank #888 / 1486
Canterfield Of Fort Myers, LLC
94
Facility 94
FL AVG 83
Rank #162 / 876
9
77.8%
Facility 77.8%
FL AVG 61.5%
Rank #804 / 919
8
Facility 8
FL AVG 33
Rank #106 / 919
0.9
Facility 0.9
FL AVG 1.3
Rank #64 / 919
For-Profit$1,000Amy Smith--
Discovery Village at the Forum
IL
AL
MC
Fort Myers (The Forum)
150
Facility 150
FL AVG 89
Rank #135 / 1074
Yes
2
Facility 2
FL AVG 40
Rank #1403 / 1486
Britton (Forum) LLC
84
Facility 84
FL AVG 83
Rank #474 / 876
33
75.8%
Facility 75.8%
FL AVG 61.5%
Rank #789 / 919
40
Facility 40
FL AVG 33
Rank #612 / 919
1.2
Facility 1.2
FL AVG 1.3
Rank #458 / 919
For-Profit$2,500Julia M Torres1 Bed / 2 BedA+
Amavida at Lakes Park
IL
AL
MC
Fort Myers
185
Facility 185
FL AVG 89
Rank #51 / 1074
No
37
Facility 37
FL AVG 40
Rank #787 / 1486
Amavida Operator, LLC
99
Facility 99
FL AVG 83
Rank #6 / 876
8
25%
Facility 25%
FL AVG 61.5%
Rank #113 / 919
7
Facility 7
FL AVG 33
Rank #92 / 919
0.9
Facility 0.9
FL AVG 1.3
Rank #64 / 919
For-Profit-Sheri Ann Robinson Francis--
Merrill Gardens at Barkley Place
IL
AL
Fort Myers
64
Facility 64
FL AVG 89
Rank #682 / 1074
Yes
46
Facility 46
FL AVG 40
Rank #590 / 1486
Mg Fort Myers Subtenant LLC
70
Facility 70
FL AVG 83
Rank #735 / 876
17
76.5%
Facility 76.5%
FL AVG 61.5%
Rank #794 / 919
23
Facility 23
FL AVG 33
Rank #360 / 919
1.4
Facility 1.4
FL AVG 1.3
Rank #633 / 919
For-Profit$35,600Cynthia ThompsonStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-
Keystone Place at Beachwalk
IL
AL
MC
Fort Myers
135
Facility 135
FL AVG 89
Rank #192 / 1074
No
57
Facility 57
FL AVG 40
Rank #393 / 1486
Keystone Place At Beachwalk, LLC
82
Facility 82
FL AVG 83
Rank #530 / 876
22
63.6%
Facility 63.6%
FL AVG 61.5%
Rank #580 / 919
36
Facility 36
FL AVG 33
Rank #553 / 919
1.6
Facility 1.6
FL AVG 1.3
Rank #740 / 919
For-Profit$6,400Jennifer GlassStudio / 1 Bed-
Amavida at Lakes Park
IL
AL
MC
Fort Myers
-No
24
Facility 24
FL AVG 40
Rank #1015 / 1486
---------1 Bed / 2 Bed-
Brookdale College Parkway
IL
Fort Myers (College Parkway)
-Yes
49
Facility 49
FL AVG 40
Rank #540 / 1486
----------A+
Amavida Senior Living
IL
AL
MC
Fort Myers
-Yes
24
Facility 24
FL AVG 40
Rank #1015 / 1486
---------1 Bed / 2 Bed / Cottages-
The Summit of Fort Myers
IL
RC
Fort Myers
-Yes
27
Facility 27
FL AVG 40
Rank #954 / 1486
------For-Profit--1 Bed / 2 Bed-
Ft Myers Presbyterian Community
IL
Fort Myers (West 1St Street)
-No
49
Facility 49
FL AVG 40
Rank #540 / 1486
---------Studio / 1 Bed-
Fort Myers Independent Living
IL
Fort Myers
-No
75
Facility 75
FL AVG 40
Rank #151 / 1486
---------Private Rooms-
St. John XXIII Villas
IL
Fort Myers
-Yes
43
Facility 43
FL AVG 40
Rank #667 / 1486
---------1 Bed-
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Overview of Brookdale College Parkway

Settling in the serene neighborhood of College Parkway, Fort Myers, FL, Brookdale College Parkway is an ideal senior living community that offers independent living. Featuring a wide range of floor plans, the community provides comfortable and secure residences. With a team of kind and dedicated professionals, residents receive proper care and assistance 24/7.

Brookdale College Parkway fosters a warm and inviting environment, providing seniors with a wide array of opportunities to discover new interests. Prepare your meals or dine with friends at the community dining room with healthy and delicious meals served. The pet-friendly community aims to enhance its residents’ wellness and provide them the perfect place for relaxation with its wonderful amenities including a beauty and barbershop, a courtyard and garden, an outdoor pool, a therapy room, a game room, a fishing pond, computers, a library, a greenhouse, an arts and crafts studio, and walking paths.

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Overview of Ft Myers Presbyterian Community

Overlooking the scenic setting of Fort Myers, FL, Fort Myers Presbyterian Community is a specially designed community that offers independent living. The community has affordable and specially designed studio and one-bedroom floor plans, ensuring residents are comfortable and safe. Residents can keep their peace of mind with maintenance and other household services.

With thriving local amenities and recreation sites, residents are encouraged to live actively and maintain social connections. Residents also enjoy a variety of dining options with delicious and well-balanced dining options that cater to their dietary needs and preferences. The community is ideal for those looking to live independently in retirement, especially with its state-of-the-art amenities.

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Overview of Amavida Senior Living

Amavida Senior Living provides a comfortable community in their independent living, assisted living, and memory care community. The luxurious resort-style environment creates a lifestyle that aims to provide an enjoyable lifestyle that cultivates individuality and growth. Amavida Senior Living is ideal for those seeking adventure, purpose, and carefree living, surrounded by a lush tropical setting that inspires residents to thrive.

The retirement community offers comprehensive services that focus on enhancing and enriching the daily living of its residents 24/7. These include engaging programs, social activities, chef-inspired meals, maintenance, and housekeeping services. Amenities include enhanced apartments or spacious cottages, a library, courtyards, a wellness studio, a recreational room, and the exclusive aquaVida clubhouse.

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Overview of St. John XXIII Villas

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.

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Overview of Fort Myers Independent Living

Senior independent living doesn’t mean you need to go about your retirement years all on your own. With the warm and welcoming independent living community of Fort Myers Independent Living, communal environments have never been so inviting. Ease into your cozy new home, fully furnished and equipped with all the utilities and amenities you could ever need, along with living assistance such as on-site laundry, medical services access, transportation arrangements, and two hearty meals plus snacks served daily.

Relax in beautifully designed communal areas and get to know your fellow residents; make a lifelong friend or two, and enjoy new adventures together. If your senior apartments need a change of pace, however, the home is nearby the local library, river walk, and the downtown area.

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Overview of Shell Point Retirement Community

Shell Point Retirement Community in Fort Myers, Florida, offers a vibrant, resort-style senior living experience with award-winning amenities and lifecare services. They provide residents with a fulfilling lifestyle supported by dedicated professionals, ensuring comfort, wellness, and various recreational activities. With a commitment to lifecare, including assisted living and skilled nursing, Shell Point values trust, security, and fulfilling experiences, providing residents with peace of mind for their future.

The community boasts a tropical paradise assisted living setting with waterfront residences, resort amenities, and convenient healthcare services. Residents enjoy boating, golfing, and other recreational activities alongside access to medical centers, specialty physicians, and a full-service pharmacy. With various neighborhoods to choose from, each offering unique views and lifestyle options, Shell Point provides a dynamic and enriching environment for retirees to thrive.

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Overview of Fountain Crest Retirement Senior Living

Enjoy a vacation-like retirement with the astounding senior living community of Fountain Crest in Taylor Lane, Lehigh Acres, FL, offering retirement living. The community features meticulously designed and spacious studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom residences, promising comfort and security like no other. A compassionate and highly trained team is committed to enhancing residents’ quality of life and provides round-the-clock care and support for their special needs and aspirations.

Lead a meaningful life and do the things you love with a full slate of enjoyable activities and enriching programs that highlight seniors’ interests and strengths. Eat well and feel good with delightful dining options catering to dietary needs and tastes. Fountain Crest is filled with incredible amenities and welcoming spaces for seniors to maintain an active and well-connected lifestyle.

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Taverna

3240 Champion Ring Rd, Fort Myers, FL 33905
Overview of Taverna

Taverna at the Forum is a luxurious independent living community in Fort Myers, FL, that offers pet-friendly apartments for older adults. The community continuously promotes an active and welcoming environment, ensuring older adults feel at ease during their stay. With a 24-hour market, recreational opportunities, and safety features, residents experience a convenient and vibrant lifestyle. The community strives to help residents thrive in retirement with its upscale amenities and high-quality services.

Social gatherings, light exercises, and various games provide residents with more opportunities to learn and gain fun experiences. A club room, a coffee bar, and a dog walk area allow residents to spend time with their pets and friends and relax. Restaurants, shops, local amenities, and public transportation also surround the area, providing residents with easy access to their necessities and leisure. As one of the best options for senior living in Florida, this independent living community has a variety of amenities for older adults’ welfare.

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Overview of The Woodlands at Shell Point

The Woodlands at Shellpoint is an upscale independent living community in Fort Myers, FL, that has a variety of one- to three-bedroom apartments for older adults. With atrium-style buildings, the community ensures older adults’ convenience. Restaurant-style dining, leisure activities, and maintenance services are also offered to help residents maintain their independence without hassles. The community’s luxurious living spaces and top-notch amenities ensure residents can live comfortably in retirement.

Concerts, trips, and various activities allow residents to have fun and connect with friends. Residents can also use various amenities for leisure and wellness, like the art studio, fitness center, and swimming pool. With its beautiful setting near Fort Myers Beach and plenty of leisure amenities, residents are guaranteed an active lifestyle in retirement. This independent living community is a good choice for senior living in Florida, as it has convenient access to higher levels of care.

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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 Fort Myers, FL

What is the average cost of independent living in Fort Myers, FL?

The average monthly cost of independent living in Fort Myers, FL is approximately $1,870. Actual rates vary by community, level of care, and floorplan.

What is the price range for independent living in Fort Myers, FL?

Independent living in Fort Myers, FL typically ranges from $467 - $4,356 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 19 independent living communities in Fort Myers, FL. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right independent living community in Fort Myers, FL?

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 Fort Myers, FL, 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 Fort Myers, FL?

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.