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Page 10 of Best Independent Living in Georgia

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 247 independent living communities in GA using GA Dept. of Community Health (DCH) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank independent living in GA
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Avg Walk Score: 39/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Georgia. 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: 87The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Georgia. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90

Compare Independent Living around Georgia

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 Sweat34
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 Watkins23
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-Kerr5
-
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 Henry2
-
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 Norman12
-
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. Campbell14
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 Fleuristal22
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 Eyzaguirre16
-
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
ASaida Holyfield14
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 Cone5
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-Bowdler25
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 Harris7
-
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 Pitsenbarger10
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 Blane7
-
Facility -
GA AVG 21
Rank #1 / 483
0.0
Facility 0.0
GA AVG 1.2
Rank #1 / 483
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Overview of Lanier Gardens in Athens

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.

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Overview of Ashley Station

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.

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Overview of 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.

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Overview of Manor at Broad Street

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.

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Overview of The Mansions at Gwinnett Park Senior Independent Living

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.

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Overview of The Retreat at Loganville

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.

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Overview of Watercrest Macon

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.

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Overview of Savannah Square

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.

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Gardens of Gainesville

3315 Thompson Bridge Rd, Gainesville, GA 30506
Overview of Gardens of Gainesville

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.

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Overview of Brookside Glen Senior Living

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. 

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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 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.