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Info below is compiled from the GA Dept. of Community Health (DCH), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.
Communities are listed from highest to lowest based on our ranking methodology.
| Baptist Village, Inc. | IL AL NH SNF | Waycross | 254
Facility
254
GA AVG
87
Rank
#7 / 664 | No |
60
Facility
60
GA AVG
39
Rank
#199 / 870 | - | 52
Facility
52
GA AVG
14
Rank
#16 / 671 | - | Holli Sweat | 34 | 45
Facility
45
GA AVG
21
Rank
#435 / 483 | 1.3
Facility
1.3
GA AVG
1.2
Rank
#347 / 483 |
| Magnolia Manor of Marion County | IL AL MC NH SNF | Buena Vista | 70
Facility
70
GA AVG
87
Rank
#390 / 664 | No |
50
Facility
50
GA AVG
39
Rank
#312 / 870 | - | 52
Facility
52
GA AVG
14
Rank
#16 / 671 | A+ | Angela Watkins | 23 | 48
Facility
48
GA AVG
21
Rank
#442 / 483 | 2.1
Facility
2.1
GA AVG
1.2
Rank
#421 / 483 |
| Heartis Buckhead Senior Living | IL AL MC | Ne Atlanta (Buckhead) | 132
Facility
132
GA AVG
87
Rank
#92 / 664 | No |
84
Facility
84
GA AVG
39
Rank
#11 / 870 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 4
Facility
4
GA AVG
14
Rank
#529 / 671 | C+ | Lisa Robinson-Kerr | 5 | -
Facility
-
GA AVG
21
Rank
#1 / 483 | 0.0
Facility
0.0
GA AVG
1.2
Rank
#1 / 483 |
| Brookdale Chambrel Roswell | IL AL MC | Roswell | 30
Facility
30
GA AVG
87
Rank
#592 / 664 | Yes |
55
Facility
55
GA AVG
39
Rank
#261 / 870 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 48
Facility
48
GA AVG
14
Rank
#53 / 671 | A+ | Jaime Henry | 2 | -
Facility
-
GA AVG
21
Rank
#1 / 483 | 0.0
Facility
0.0
GA AVG
1.2
Rank
#1 / 483 |
| Winnwood Retirement Community | IL AL RC | Marietta (Whitlock Avenue Historic District) | 70
Facility
70
GA AVG
87
Rank
#390 / 664 | Yes |
84
Facility
84
GA AVG
39
Rank
#11 / 870 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 9
Facility
9
GA AVG
14
Rank
#287 / 671 | - | Terry Norman | 12 | -
Facility
-
GA AVG
21
Rank
#1 / 483 | 0.0
Facility
0.0
GA AVG
1.2
Rank
#1 / 483 |
| Spring Harbor | IL AL MC NH | Columbus | 60
Facility
60
GA AVG
87
Rank
#447 / 664 | Yes |
3
Facility
3
GA AVG
39
Rank
#809 / 870 | 1 Bed | 20
Facility
20
GA AVG
14
Rank
#150 / 671 | - | Michael D. Campbell | 14 | 3
Facility
3
GA AVG
21
Rank
#154 / 483 | 0.2
Facility
0.2
GA AVG
1.2
Rank
#110 / 483 |
| Renaissance on Peachtree | IL AL RC | Atlanta | 70
Facility
70
GA AVG
87
Rank
#390 / 664 | Yes |
66
Facility
66
GA AVG
39
Rank
#136 / 870 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 10
Facility
10
GA AVG
14
Rank
#248 / 671 | - | Raphael Fleuristal | 22 | 9
Facility
9
GA AVG
21
Rank
#281 / 483 | 0.4
Facility
0.4
GA AVG
1.2
Rank
#164 / 483 |
| Merrill Gardens at Woodstock | IL AL MC | Woodstock (Highway 92) | 160
Facility
160
GA AVG
87
Rank
#57 / 664 | Yes |
43
Facility
43
GA AVG
39
Rank
#395 / 870 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 7
Facility
7
GA AVG
14
Rank
#392 / 671 | - | William Eyzaguirre | 16 | -
Facility
-
GA AVG
21
Rank
#1 / 483 | 0.0
Facility
0.0
GA AVG
1.2
Rank
#1 / 483 |
| Belmont Village Senior Living Johns Creek | IL AL MC RC | Suwanee | 110
Facility
110
GA AVG
87
Rank
#153 / 664 | Yes |
46
Facility
46
GA AVG
39
Rank
#357 / 870 | Studio / 1 Bed | 14
Facility
14
GA AVG
14
Rank
#165 / 671 | A | Saida Holyfield | 14 | 4
Facility
4
GA AVG
21
Rank
#184 / 483 | 0.3
Facility
0.3
GA AVG
1.2
Rank
#129 / 483 |
| The Phoenix at Braselton | IL AL MC RC | Hoschton | 144
Facility
144
GA AVG
87
Rank
#75 / 664 | Yes |
50
Facility
50
GA AVG
39
Rank
#312 / 870 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 4
Facility
4
GA AVG
14
Rank
#529 / 671 | C- | Brittany Cone | 5 | 1
Facility
1
GA AVG
21
Rank
#92 / 483 | 0.2
Facility
0.2
GA AVG
1.2
Rank
#110 / 483 |
| Antebellum Arlington Place | IL ADC AL MC RC | Macon | 120
Facility
120
GA AVG
87
Rank
#118 / 664 | Yes |
78
Facility
78
GA AVG
39
Rank
#32 / 870 | Private / Companion Suites | 34
Facility
34
GA AVG
14
Rank
#93 / 671 | A+ | Jassica Feshon-Bowdler | 25 | 21
Facility
21
GA AVG
21
Rank
#384 / 483 | 0.8
Facility
0.8
GA AVG
1.2
Rank
#264 / 483 |
| Sterling Estates of West Cobb Retirement Community | IL AL MC RC | Marietta | 175
Facility
175
GA AVG
87
Rank
#42 / 664 | No |
31
Facility
31
GA AVG
39
Rank
#522 / 870 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 4
Facility
4
GA AVG
14
Rank
#529 / 671 | - | Deana Harris | 7 | -
Facility
-
GA AVG
21
Rank
#1 / 483 | 0.0
Facility
0.0
GA AVG
1.2
Rank
#1 / 483 |
| Decatur Christian Towers | IL | Decatur | 216
Facility
216
GA AVG
87
Rank
#17 / 664 | No |
77
Facility
77
GA AVG
39
Rank
#34 / 870 | Studio / 1 Bed | - | - | Santesha Harvey | - | - | - |
| Summer‘s Landing of Warner Robins | IL AL MC | Warner Robins (Sandpiper Apartments) | 88
Facility
88
GA AVG
87
Rank
#297 / 664 | No |
32
Facility
32
GA AVG
39
Rank
#508 / 870 | - | 28
Facility
28
GA AVG
14
Rank
#99 / 671 | A+ | Kim Pitsenbarger | 10 | 1
Facility
1
GA AVG
21
Rank
#92 / 483 | 0.1
Facility
0.1
GA AVG
1.2
Rank
#92 / 483 |
| Vernon Woods | IL AL | Lagrange | 46
Facility
46
GA AVG
87
Rank
#532 / 664 | Yes |
34
Facility
34
GA AVG
39
Rank
#495 / 870 | - | 25
Facility
25
GA AVG
14
Rank
#117 / 671 | A+ | Heather Blane | 7 | -
Facility
-
GA AVG
21
Rank
#1 / 483 | 0.0
Facility
0.0
GA AVG
1.2
Rank
#1 / 483 |
Maintain independence in retirement at Lanier Gardens in Athens, an esteemed community in Athens, GA, offering independent living. Residents do not have to worry about household chores, with weekly housekeeping, linen services, and a helpful team available around the clock. An emergency call system is also provided for residents’ safety.
Fun recreational activities and exciting social events are conducted, promoting an active and vibrant lifestyle. Residents can enjoy mealtimes with friends, with delicious and well-balanced restaurant-style dining. Pets are also welcome to accompany residents to ease their loneliness. The community also features a variety of amenities for recreation and wellness, including a fitness center, game rooms, a learning center, a hair salon, and a library.
Ideally situated near hospitals and shops in Columbus, GA, Ashley Station is an exceptional community that offers independent living. Featuring cozy and purposely built one- to three-bedroom floor plans, the community guarantees residents’ comfort and safety. Residents also enjoy a worry-free lifestyle with 24-hour emergency maintenance and on-site management.
Residents can easily access leisure and wellness opportunities with shopping and entertainment sites nearby. With delightful restaurants and fast-food chains surrounding the area, residents have plenty of dining options for their dietary needs and preferences. This pet-friendly community has a clothes care center, a saltwater pool, a dog park, a gazebo area, and bike trails.
The Mansions at Sandy Springs Senior Independent Living
Located in Peachtree Corners, Georgia, near Roswell, The Mansions at Sandy Springs Senior Independent Living is an independent living community about 2 miles from the city center. Residents live independently in private one-bedroom and two-bedroom apartments within a mid-rise building. Floor plans range from about 725 to 1,100 square feet, giving residents several options based on their space needs and lifestyle.
Daily life is designed around convenience and an active lifestyle rather than personal care. The community provides transportation services along with fitness and recreation programs, making it easier for residents to stay active. Life enrichment programs, social activities, and on-site dining are also offered here.
Residents can relax in the community café, spend time in the spacious courtyard, or gather with neighbors in the lounge areas. Apartments are fully furnished, so residents can easily move to the community. Pets are welcome, allowing residents to keep a companion animal in their home.
The neighborhood has a Walk Score of 63, which is moderately walkable. Some nearby shops, restaurants, and services can be reached on foot. However, other errands and outings require a short drive. The combination of a walkable location and easy access to nearby Roswell can be a practical advantage for residents and visiting family.
Make the most of your best years at Manor at Broad Street, a welcoming community in Fairburn, GA, offering independent living. The community has sophisticated and thoughtfully designed one- and two-bedroom floor plans, ideal for those looking to downsize. Residents can keep their peace of mind with laundry spaces and maintenance services.
Recreational and wellness spaces are available on-site, ensuring residents can spend their days as they please. With fully furnished kitchens, residents can prepare meals according to their dietary needs and preferences. The community has a variety of amenities, including a business center, a clubhouse, a multi-use room, a fitness center, and a movie theater, creating the ideal setting for residents’ relaxation.
The Mansions at Gwinnett Park Senior Independent Living is a vibrant community located in the heart of Lawrenceville, GA. This community offers different care options including independent living, assisted living, and memory care, all designed to enhance quality of life. Residents can enjoy spacious and maintenance-free apartments with varying floor plans, cottages, and villas, offering a perfect space for a vibrant retirement experience.
Having an all-inclusive approach to care, the community provides top-tier amenities and services, including savory dining, wellness programs, and a lively calendar of social activities and life enrichment programs. The team is dedicated to creating an environment of care and connection, ensuring each resident can live as independently as possible. Whether relaxing or socializing, this community fosters a fulfilling and active lifestyle for seniors.
Set in the vibrant neighborhood of Tommy Lee Fuller Drive Loganville, GA, The Retreat at Loganville is a dedicated senior living community that provides independent living, assisted living, memory care, and respite care services. This community is accessible to various shopping and dining options as well as medical services. Here, residents can choose among luxurious accommodations with a wide range of floor plans based on their tastes. As for its memory care, the Signature Memory Care Neighborhood program is used to address the needs of those with cognitive conditions like Alzheimer’s disease and dementia. On the other hand, a continuous 60-day short-term stay is also available for respite care services.
Having a trained and engaged team, residents can enjoy the following amenities and services: individualized care plans, medication management, daily housekeeping, regular wellness checks, personal laundry and linen service, and many more. The Retreat at Loganville proudly stands as a premier community for senior living.
Residing in the peaceful Providence Boulevard, Macon, GA, Watercress Macon is an extraordinary senior living community that offers assisted living and memory care. The community features a wide array of elegant and well-built residences, promising a comfortable and sophisticated retirement. The community takes pride in a team of competent and highly trained professionals providing round-the-clock care and support for seniors to gain meaningful experiences in their retirement.
With its intricate architecture, the community ensures seniors enjoy every moment of their stay at Watercrest Macon. Explore new hobbies and rekindle passions with engaging activities and enjoyable programs. Feel good with healthy and tasty meals catering to dietary needs and preferences. Watercress Macon is a great place to spend your retirement with its serene spaces and friendly community.
Savannah Square is a Five Star Senior Living community in Georgia. With senior living communities in 28 states, Five Star is a reputable organization providing independent living, assisted living, and memory care services. True to its name, this community-based services provider has been creating unmatched opportunities for seniors with its 5-star services and amenities. Its communities share a persevering attitude in pursuing innovative ways to improve the lives of the residents they serve and the services they deliver.
Savannah Square offers stress-free living through independent living, outpatient rehabilitation, personal care, and respite care services. It is a pet-friendly community with 61 available accommodations– with the ability to choose from a studio and a one or two-bedroom apartment. It boasts a diverse set of amenities including all-day dining, full kitchens, a fitness center, a library, resident clubs and committees, scheduled local transportation, and more.
Operated by Discovery Senior Living, Gardens of Gainesville is a two-story senior living community in Gainesville, Georgia, that offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care. John Austin Urbanic serves as the administrator. The community has been serving residents for 9 years and offers 92 beds with one-bedroom and two-bedroom residences.
Residents have access to walk-in closets, a shared dining room, comfortable common areas, and walking paths throughout the property. Beauty services, housekeeping, transportation, fitness and recreation programs, and a pet-friendly environment are also offered here, giving residents a balance of convenience and opportunities to stay active.
Scheduled meals, group activities, cultural events, and transportation for appointments and errands are included in the community’s daily routine. Residents living with memory loss also benefit from activities designed specifically for memory care. Through this, the community can support a wide range of needs while keeping residents in the same familiar setting.
The community is located a few miles from Northeast Georgia Medical Center Gainesville, providing convenient access to nearby hospital care when needed. The neighborhood has a Walk Score of 28, which is somewhat walkable. A few nearby shops and services can be reached on foot, but most errands require a car.
State inspections have focused on resident alert system reliability and related documentation, medication administration recordkeeping, and staffing coverage within the memory care neighborhood. Families touring Gardens of Gainesville should ask how staffing is structured in the memory care program and how these areas are managed daily.
Brookside Glen Senior Living is a luxurious assisted living and memory community in Columbus. The cozy, home-like environment aims to gain a lifestyle that promotes holistic wellness for every resident. The senior living community gives off a friendly and resort-like atmosphere, there’s always something appropriate for everyone. Brookside Glen appears to be one of those homes that prides itself on being renowned– enriched by diversity, elevated by accommodations, and enhanced by lifestyle.
They offer a range of services that focus on the comfort and convenience of their residents: meal services, housekeeping, laundry, transportation, a library, a beauty salon, and outdoor spaces. Truly, Brookside Glen is a place where assisted senior living thrives, and the memory care unit provides solace and specialized attention.
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 Georgia
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 247 independent living communities in Georgia. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.
How do I choose the right independent living community in Georgia?
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 Georgia, 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 Georgia?
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.













