Page 15 of Best Independent Living in Georgia

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 250 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: 40/ 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: 81The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Georgia. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90

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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-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our methodology.

Care Types in This Table AL (Assisted Living): Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing. NH (Nursing Home): 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility): Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. RC (Respite Care): Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care. HC (Home Care): Professional care delivered in the person's own home, from companionship to skilled nursing. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment. ADC (Adult Day Care): Daytime supervision, health monitoring, and social activities for seniors who live at home.
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
Number of years the company has been in operation.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
A named contact for the facility. Hover the name to see their role — Administrator (state administrator of record or facility-provided administrator), Nursing Director, Medical Director, or Staff. The most authoritative available is shown.
TerraBella Riverplace
IL
HC
HOS
Columbus
-Yes
10
Facility 10
GA AVG 40
Rank #607 / 701
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
54
Facility 54
GA AVG 12
Rank #6 / 549
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Thomas F Williams Court Apartments
IL
Savannah (Midtown)
-Yes
89
Facility 89
GA AVG 40
Rank #5 / 701
1 Bed / 2 Bed-A--
Campbell Stone
IL
AL
Northwest Atlanta (Buckhead)
-No
75
Facility 75
GA AVG 40
Rank #39 / 701
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed--Ellen Dunn
StonePointe Senior Living
IL
Lithonia
-Yes
60
Facility 60
GA AVG 40
Rank #155 / 701
1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed-B--
The Mansions at Decatur
IL
Decatur
-Yes
52
Facility 52
GA AVG 40
Rank #234 / 701
1 Bed / 2 Bed-B+-
Daybreak Village Senior Living Community
IL
ADC
AL
MC
RC
Kennesaw
65
Facility 65
GA AVG 81
Rank #311 / 527
No
4
Facility 4
GA AVG 40
Rank #669 / 701
-
11
Facility 11
GA AVG 12
Rank #152 / 549
-Stephanie Harbour
Ingleside Manor
IL
Hill Macon
-Yes
39
Facility 39
GA AVG 40
Rank #369 / 701
1 Bed--Rex Chapman
Columbia Colony Senior Apartments
IL
Atlanta (Greenbriar)
-Yes
50
Facility 50
GA AVG 40
Rank #250 / 701
1 Bed / 2 Bed-C--
Atrium Health Navicent Carlyle Place
IL
AL
MC
NH
SNF
Macon
40
Facility 40
GA AVG 81
Rank #427 / 527
No
6
Facility 6
GA AVG 40
Rank #650 / 701
1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed---
Park View Villas
IL
Stone Mountain
-Yes
20
Facility 20
GA AVG 40
Rank #520 / 701
1 Bed / 2 Bed--Marinda B. Zanders

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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 Thomas F Williams Court Apartments

Thomas F Williams Court Apartments is a distinct community in Savannah, GA, offering independent living. The community has cozy and thoughtfully furnished one- and two-bedroom floor plans, ensuring residents find the accommodation that best matches their preferences. Residents enjoy a worry-free lifestyle with housekeeping, laundry spaces, and on-site maintenance.

With delightful local amenities and recreational spaces nearby, residents can spend their days as they please. Pets are also welcome to accompany residents to prevent loneliness. Residents make the most of their golden years amidst the community’s warm and welcoming environment.

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Campbell Stone

2911 Pharr Ct S Northwest, Atlanta, GA 30305
Overview of Campbell Stone

Campbell Stone – Buckhead is a large community set in the thriving residential area of Atlanta, GA, that offers independent living. The community provides beautifully designed and snug accommodations for 62+ residents, alongside a 24-hour service desk, ensuring residents’ comfort and convenience. Promoting a vibrant and welcoming environment, the community ensures residents lead a life with purpose in their later years.

With its proximity to recreation sites and restaurants, residents have easy access to their needs and preferences. The community also provides an onsite physical therapist and service coordinators to enhance residents’ living experiences. Residents enjoy the highest quality of life with the community’s cozy amenities that include a media center, a fitness center, garden spaces, chaplain ministries, and serene green spaces.

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Overview of StonePointe Senior Living

Ideally situated in the quiet setting of Lithonia, GA, StonePointe Senior Living is a purposely built 55+ community that offers independent living. The community features affordable and spacious one- to three-bedroom floor plans, ensuring low-income older adults can find the accommodation that best matches their preferences and budgets. 24-hour emergency maintenance service and a professional management team are available, ensuring residents live without worries.

With quick access to Covington Highway, residents enjoy plenty of leisure and wellness opportunities. Residents can also prepare delightful meals on their terms with a fully furnished kitchen available in each unit. The community is quipped with a fitness center, a club room, a crafts room, a library, a theater, a beauty salon, a garden, a Koi pond, a dog park, a bocce ball court, and a serene garden, ensuring residents live a vibrant lifestyle in retirement.

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Overview of The Mansions at Decatur

Serving adults aged 55 and older, The Mansions at Decatur is an independent living community on Lawrenceville Highway in Decatur, Georgia, about 4. 2 miles from the city center. Brandon O’Ree serves as Executive Director. Residents can choose from one-bedroom and two-bedroom apartments in a mid-rise building.

Housekeeping is included, so residents can spend less time on household chores. Life enrichment programs, social events, fitness activities, transportation services, and recreation programs all support an active lifestyle without the responsibilities of maintaining a home.

Residents enjoy daily dining along with an on-site café. Lounge areas and a courtyard are comfortable places to relax or spend time with neighbors. There are also fully furnished apartments as a private living space. The community provides personalized care planning for residents who want additional support as part of everyday life.

The neighborhood has a Walk Score of 52, which is moderately walkable. Some nearby shops and services can be reached on foot, but most errands and outings require a car. Families interested in The Mansions at Decatur can ask about current apartment availability and floor plans because these can change over time.

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Overview of Daybreak Village Senior Living Community
Daybreak Village Senior Living Community is located in Kennesaw, GA. It offers a range of services including independent living, memory care, and adult day services. Residents can enjoy a variety of activities and dining options tailored to their preferences.

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Overview of Ingleside Manor

Make the most of your best years at Ingleside Manor, a dedicated community in Macon, GA, offering independent living. Residents can keep their peace of mind with specially designed one-bedroom floor plans and convenient apartment features, including handrails and security systems. On-site maintenance and laundry spaces are also available, ensuring residents enjoy a convenient lifestyle.

Residents have easy access to various leisure and wellness opportunities with recreation sites and convenient local amenities nearby. With a fully furnished kitchen, residents can prepare meals according to their dietary needs and preferences. The community strives to maintain residents’ independence with its dedicated services and state-of-the-art amenities.

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Overview of Columbia Colony Senior Apartments

Have the finest retirement experience at Columbia Colony Senior Apartments, a blissful retreat that offers independent living. With thoughtfully designed and spacious one- and two-bedroom floor plans, residents can rest assured of finding the accommodation that best matches their preferences. The community also provides on-site maintenance and laundry spaces for residents’ convenience.

Encouraging residents to interact with their surroundings and live actively, the community has cozy communal spaces and recreational amenities, like a business center, a clubhouse, a fitness center, a game room, and walking trails. Residents also have easy access to leisure and necessities with the community’s proximity to shopping malls and other local amenities. The community is ideal for those looking to downsize in retirement, especially with its warm and welcoming environment.

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Overview of Atrium Health Navicent Carlyle Place

Atrium Health Navicent Carlyle Place offers nursing home, assisted living, independent living, memory care, and skilled nursing in Macon, GA. Assisted living provides help with daily tasks while a resident keeps an apartment; independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care; memory care provides a secured setting with supervision; and nursing home and skilled nursing provide licensed nursing care on site around the clock.

Several care levels are available in one community. A resident whose needs grow over time may be able to remain in the same community rather than move elsewhere.

Opened in 1994, Carlyle Place has 40 beds, making it a smaller community where staff and residents can get to know each other. Housing includes residences for one, two, or three people: the two and three person options can suit couples moving together or someone who wants a companion, while a one person residence is intended for a single resident.

Medicare and private pay are accepted. Medicare can cover short term skilled care after a hospital stay, while private pay means paying directly for services; total nurse staffing is 5h 25m per resident per day, the daily amount of nurse staffing assigned per resident.

A spa, garden, and patio provide spaces for personal care and outdoor time, while the wellness center and wellness program support organized wellness activities. Rehabilitation services are available through the community, and a doctor is on staff.

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Park View Villas

500 Springhouse Cir, Stone Mountain, GA 30087
Overview of Park View Villas

Peacefully nestled near serene green spaces in Stone Mountain, GA, Park View Villas is a distinct community that offers independent living. The community has cozy and purposely built one- and two-bedroom floor plans, ensuring residents are comfortable and safe. Residents have a hassle-free living with maintenance services and convenient apartment features.

Residents can spend their days as they please with a variety of local amenities and leisure sites nearby. The community also encourages residents to join monthly lunches to promote social interactions over delightful meals. Residents can live actively in retirement amidst the community’s vibrant and friendly setting.

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Weighting overview

  • 35%
    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.

  • 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 250 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.