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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 The Oaks – Peake

The Oaks – Peake is an esteemed provider of independent and assisted senior living nestled in the heart of Macon, Georgia. This captivating campus brims with boundless opportunities for delightful mundane experiences, thanks to a plethora of engaging daily activities and a safe, secure atmosphere that sets it apart from other assisted living communities. Residents can revel in the comfort of knowing that 24-hour nursing services are readily available, catering to their needs around the clock.

Within this picturesque home, residents are treated to a charming array of amenities, including a parlor, library, and inviting patios that beckon moments of relaxation and camaraderie. Moreover, safety takes precedence, with 24-hour security, call buttons, and smoke detectors ensuring peace of mind for all. For added convenience and accessibility, the inclusion of grab bars in baths further elevates the living experience in this quaint abode. With a focus on a fulfilling lifestyle, this community is dedicated to ensuring that every resident thrives in a nurturing and vibrant environment.

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Overview of Magnolia Manor Methodist Nsg C

Located in Americus, Georgia, Magnolia Manor Methodist Nursing Care Center is a nursing home with a strong foothold in the community. The 238-bed facility has been operating for 47 years. Its location on South Lee Street has a Walk Score of 73. The neighborhood is very walkable, making visits from family convenient. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted, giving families multiple pathways to arrange care.

The community has an occupancy rate of 58%. Residents stay an average of 189 days, including short-term rehabilitation and longer-term care residents. Clinically, Magnolia Manor focuses on rehabilitation services. Short-term rehab and respite care are the core offerings. The facility also supports residents in its Supportive Housing program.

Total nurse staffing averages nearly 4 hours per resident each day. Residents get support from registered nurses, nurse aides, and licensed practical nurses around the clock.

State inspections found that the home strongly complied in certain survey cycles. It also identifies themes around fall prevention and timely medical response after resident incidents, along with food safety practices. The home was able to respond to identified concerns with corrections confirmed in follow-up visits. Families considering the home should ask how fall prevention and food safety are managed daily.

Daily operations at Magnolia Manor are supported by a staff model that prioritizes hands-on resident care. The very walkable location makes it accessible for visiting family and caregivers who want to look after their loved ones.

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Overview of Gwinnett Christian Terrace

Gwinnett Christian Terrace is a large, welcoming community nestled in the beautiful neighborhood of Lilburn, GA that offers independent living. Featuring 125 cozy and spacious one-bedroom accommodations, residents are encouraged to decorate as they please to promote comfort and familiarity. The community is a non-profit organization that prioritizes residents’ welfare.

Here, residents have easy access to their needs and wants with nearby local amenities and recreation sites. The community ensures residents are not burdened by the rent, offering a price of 30% of their monthly gross income. Maintain your independence and downsize without worries with the community’s specially designed amenities.

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TerraBella Epps Bridge

755 Epps Bridge Pkwy, Athens, GA 30606
Overview of TerraBella Epps Bridge

Situated in the classic city of Athens, GA, TerraBella Epps Bridge is a welcoming senior living community that offers independent living with access to various supportive services. The community provides a secure and comfortable residence with their all-inclusive floor plans ranging from studios to two-bedroom apartments, and senior cottages. The community’s ideal location provides easy access to a rich cultural scene, live entertainment, and beautiful attractions, perfect for seniors seeking a mix of leisure and activity.

TerraBella Epps Bridge offers a person-centered approach to senior living, offering senior-specific amenities and various on-site supportive services to allow seniors to age in place throughout retirement. From delicious meals and convenient concierge services, to housekeeping, maintenance, and transportation services, residents have everything they need for an excellent living experience. Amenities include a library, a fitness center, salon services, and beautiful gathering areas, ensuring leisure and fun.

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TerraBella Riverplace

6850 River Rd, Columbus, GA 31904
Overview of TerraBella Riverplace

Say goodbye to endless chores and live a worry-free life with TerraBella Riverplace, an excellent senior living community in Columbus, GA, that offers top-notch independent living. The community’s stylish apartment homes and suites offer residents best-in-class convenience and comfort features, with a scenic view for day-to-day living. With on-site medical and therapy services and lifetime veteran savings program, residents are guaranteed to receive all the support that they need to continue living a comfortable life.

At TerraBella Riverplace, they create a unique senior living experience with their unique blend of personalized services, attentive care, senior-focused programs, and top-notch amenities. Here. residents enjoy six exclusive lifestyle programs that offer opportunities for scheduled trips, health and wellness activities, socializing during events, and fine dining. Residents also enjoy a wide array of amenities, such as a well-stocked library, movie theaters, comfy common areas, and scenic walking paths, offering endless opportunities for relaxation, recreation, and fun.

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Overview of Canterbury Court

Canterbury Court is a 73-bed community in Atlanta, Georgia, offering independent living, assisted living, memory care, and nursing home services. Elizabeth Woltzen administers the facility, established in 2024 in the Buckhead neighborhood. The high-rise offers studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom floor plans with tailored care plans, a wildlife sanctuary, fitness classes, chapel services, and dining options.

The October 2025 complaint investigation found no deficiencies, with all inspections showing consistent compliance and no rule violations. No fines or enforcement actions were issued. The community operates 24-hour staffing with rehabilitation services, respite care, and memory support programming. Canterbury Court accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay residents.

Interested individuals seeking multi-level residential care will find social engagement, therapeutic programming, and a recently built environment across all service levels. The facility’s newer construction reflects current building standards and design. Diverse floor plan options accommodate varying care needs and preferences. The Buckhead location provides access to urban services and established neighborhood amenities. Residents benefit from comprehensive on-site programming within a modern facility structure.

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Overview of Sterling Estates

Sterling Estates is a 175-bed assisted living community in Marietta, Georgia, offering personalized care and memory care services. Operating for nine years, the facility serves the East Cobb area with assistance for activities of daily living, wellness programs, and dining services.

The most recent inspection on November 15, 2021, was a complaint investigation that found no rule violations. Earlier inspections and complaint investigations identified no deficiencies or citations. Over the last four years, the facility recorded zero deficiencies. Complaint investigations were unsubstantiated. No issues were noted during COVID-19 monitoring for infection control and capacity management.
Sterling Estates ranks 38th by bed count among Georgia’s 669 assisted living communities, indicating a larger operation with diverse programs and amenities.

Prospective residents considering established providers will find a nine-year operational history with consistent compliance standards. On-site activities and lifestyle features support resident engagement and wellness. The facility welcomes family tours to explore available care options.

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Overview of Winthrop Court

Winthrop Court is a 100-bed senior community located at 10 Highway 411 East in Rome, Georgia. Situated near the city center in Floyd County, the privately owned property offers independent living options along with dedicated memory care and short-term respite services. The physical plant features a central library, a media center, an internal chapel, a courtyard garden, an activities room, a beauty salon, and a styled 1950s diner.

Public oversight data maintained by the Georgia Department of Community Health outlines a favorable regulatory history, with the facility logging an average of one deficiency per year over a six-year tracking window. While older 2017 files show four administrative citations regarding medication log paperwork, staff training forms, care plan notes, and a broken vehicle wheelchair lift, subsequent tracking reflects full correction. Recent field evaluations—including annual inspections and monitoring visits in September 2020, November 2021, and January 2023—were all finalized with a citations-per-inspection rate of zero.

Daily clinical operations are organized to provide approximately 2 hours and 56 minutes of direct nursing care per resident each day. Available census registries note an occupancy level of 8%, which sits below the statewide average of 78.1% and indicates immediate apartment availability. Direct-care staff and certified assistants manage the daily medication passes, monitor physical mobility needs, and coordinate a scheduled calendar of recreational and social events.

The combination of low density and an unblemished modern audit record positions the campus as a stable environment for seniors navigating early to mid-stage physical dependencies. State tracking databases show no active financial penalties, civil money sanctions, or administrative licensing constraints since the completion of their historical corrective actions.

Prospective residents looking for a lower-occupancy independent and memory care setting can consult the administration directly to review the historical 2023 state survey paperwork. This environment is highly appropriate for older adults who value common spaces and whose sponsors want a verified history of compliance stability.

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Fellowship Hillside

250 Hills And Dales From Road, Lagrange, Ga 30240.0
Overview of Fellowship Hillside
Fellowship Hillside is a senior living community located in LaGrange, GA. It offers personalized living with quality care delivered by an experienced team. Residents enjoy a home-like atmosphere with various recreational and social amenities.

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Overview of Ashton Manor at Sugarloaf

Situated in the heart of Lawrenceville, GA, Ashton Manor at Sugarloaf is an esteemed senior living community offering assisted living, independent living, and memory care services. As personal needs change, the community offers the perfect transition for the latter part of life’s journey. Moreover, it provides assisted living for residents who need supportive care, medication management, and specialized services, with all the comforts of a beautiful, safe home environment.

With its top-of-the-line amenities and services, residents can enjoy the following: delicious meals served daily in their restaurant-style dining rooms, discreet and dignified personal assistance, an expansive wellness/rehabilitation gym, housekeeping and laundry service, a 24/7 care team, and more. Engage in activities designed to appeal to every resident, such as crafts, movies, games, reminiscing, and gardening. Equipped with the right tools and people, seniors are guaranteed an all-encompassing living experience with Ashton Manor at Sugarloaf.

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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.