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Best Independent Living in Georgia

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 244 independent living communities in Georgia using Georgia Department of Community Health (DCH) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank independent living in GA
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Jun 2026
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244 homes
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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: 88The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Georgia. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90

Compare Independent Living around Georgia

Oaks at Gracemont
IL
AL
RC
Cumming
86
Facility 86
GA AVG 88
Rank #309 / 672
No
10
Facility 10
GA AVG 39
Rank #734 / 873
Studio / 1 Bed / Villa
13
Facility 13
GA AVG 14
Rank #172 / 670
-Kc Patel11
13
Facility 13
GA AVG 21
Rank #337 / 574
1.2
Facility 1.2
GA AVG 2.1
Rank #358 / 574
The Residence at Oak Grove
IL
AL
MC
Thomasville
84
Facility 84
GA AVG 88
Rank #320 / 672
Yes
42
Facility 42
GA AVG 39
Rank #415 / 873
Studio / 1 Bed
6
Facility 6
GA AVG 14
Rank #442 / 670
-Cynthia Swaim14
9
Facility 9
GA AVG 21
Rank #295 / 574
0.6
Facility 0.6
GA AVG 2.1
Rank #233 / 574
Barclay House of Augusta
IL
AL
MC
Augusta
95
Facility 95
GA AVG 88
Rank #264 / 672
No
25
Facility 25
GA AVG 39
Rank #582 / 873
Studio / 1 Bed
1
Facility 1
GA AVG 14
Rank #641 / 670
A+-2
6
Facility 6
GA AVG 21
Rank #243 / 574
3.0
Facility 3.0
GA AVG 2.1
Rank #522 / 574
Eben Silver Town
IL
AL
RC
Suwanee
105
Facility 105
GA AVG 88
Rank #177 / 672
Yes
45
Facility 45
GA AVG 39
Rank #373 / 873
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
2
Facility 2
GA AVG 14
Rank #620 / 670
-James Juhn1
0
Facility 0
GA AVG 21
Rank #1 / 574
0.0
Facility 0.0
GA AVG 2.1
Rank #1 / 574
Heartis Suwanee
IL
AL
MC
Suwanee
102
Facility 102
GA AVG 88
Rank #189 / 672
No
58
Facility 58
GA AVG 39
Rank #225 / 873
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
9
Facility 9
GA AVG 14
Rank #273 / 670
B-Anthony Grieco18
19
Facility 19
GA AVG 21
Rank #383 / 574
1.1
Facility 1.1
GA AVG 2.1
Rank #351 / 574
Celebration Village Acworth
IL
AL
MC
RC
Acworth
100
Facility 100
GA AVG 88
Rank #194 / 672
Yes
41
Facility 41
GA AVG 39
Rank #429 / 873
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
11
Facility 11
GA AVG 14
Rank #212 / 670
A+Jocelyn Cochran18
8
Facility 8
GA AVG 21
Rank #282 / 574
0.4
Facility 0.4
GA AVG 2.1
Rank #177 / 574
Canterfield of Kennesaw
IL
AL
MC
Kennesaw
99
Facility 99
GA AVG 88
Rank #245 / 672
Yes
40
Facility 40
GA AVG 39
Rank #447 / 873
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
8
Facility 8
GA AVG 14
Rank #345 / 670
-Lynn Dearing14
9
Facility 9
GA AVG 21
Rank #295 / 574
0.6
Facility 0.6
GA AVG 2.1
Rank #233 / 574
Oaks at Eagle’s Landing
IL
AL
MC
RC
Stockbridge
90
Facility 90
GA AVG 88
Rank #278 / 672
Yes
26
Facility 26
GA AVG 39
Rank #570 / 873
Studio / Cottage / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
4
Facility 4
GA AVG 14
Rank #525 / 670
-Tara Blanton9
3
Facility 3
GA AVG 21
Rank #168 / 574
0.3
Facility 0.3
GA AVG 2.1
Rank #142 / 574
Atria Park of Tucker
IL
NH
AL
MC
Tucker
75
Facility 75
GA AVG 88
Rank #357 / 672
No
35
Facility 35
GA AVG 39
Rank #487 / 873
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
12
Facility 12
GA AVG 14
Rank #181 / 670
-Rajae Idir7
6
Facility 6
GA AVG 21
Rank #243 / 574
0.9
Facility 0.9
GA AVG 2.1
Rank #299 / 574
Thrive at Brow Wood
IL
AL
MC
Lookout Mountain (Chattanooga Valley)
25
Facility 25
GA AVG 88
Rank #610 / 672
No
4
Facility 4
GA AVG 39
Rank #801 / 873
Suite
10
Facility 10
GA AVG 14
Rank #242 / 670
A+Tate Stewart11
4
Facility 4
GA AVG 21
Rank #198 / 574
0.4
Facility 0.4
GA AVG 2.1
Rank #177 / 574
Atria North Point
IL
AL
MC
RC
Alpharetta (Somerby Drive)
106
Facility 106
GA AVG 88
Rank #175 / 672
Yes
22
Facility 22
GA AVG 39
Rank #617 / 873
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
12
Facility 12
GA AVG 14
Rank #181 / 670
-Anthony Grieco27
11
Facility 11
GA AVG 21
Rank #323 / 574
0.4
Facility 0.4
GA AVG 2.1
Rank #177 / 574
Celebration Village Forsyth
IL
AL
MC
Suwanee
100
Facility 100
GA AVG 88
Rank #194 / 672
Yes
38
Facility 38
GA AVG 39
Rank #466 / 873
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
11
Facility 11
GA AVG 14
Rank #212 / 670
A+Adam Taylor18
10
Facility 10
GA AVG 21
Rank #309 / 574
0.6
Facility 0.6
GA AVG 2.1
Rank #233 / 574
Hearthside Johns Creek
IL
Johns Creek
100
Facility 100
GA AVG 88
Rank #194 / 672
Yes
39
Facility 39
GA AVG 39
Rank #455 / 873
1 Bed / 2 Bed
9
Facility 9
GA AVG 14
Rank #273 / 670
-Ms. Starla Gleaton16
5
Facility 5
GA AVG 21
Rank #226 / 574
0.3
Facility 0.3
GA AVG 2.1
Rank #142 / 574
The Retreat at Loganville
IL
AL
MC
RC
Loganville
87
Facility 87
GA AVG 88
Rank #307 / 672
No
6
Facility 6
GA AVG 39
Rank #779 / 873
Cottage / Villa / Studio / 1 Bed
6
Facility 6
GA AVG 14
Rank #442 / 670
-Wendi Phillips13
7
Facility 7
GA AVG 21
Rank #267 / 574
0.5
Facility 0.5
GA AVG 2.1
Rank #201 / 574
Winnwood Retirement Community
IL
AL
RC
Marietta (Whitlock Avenue Historic District)
70
Facility 70
GA AVG 88
Rank #397 / 672
Yes
84
Facility 84
GA AVG 39
Rank #11 / 873
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
9
Facility 9
GA AVG 14
Rank #273 / 670
-Terry Norman12
0
Facility 0
GA AVG 21
Rank #1 / 574
0.0
Facility 0.0
GA AVG 2.1
Rank #1 / 574
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Overview of Clairmont Place

Clairmont Place is an ideal retirement community located on a beautiful private lake in Decatur, GA. Clairmont Place provides an assisted living community under the name Montclair Assisted Living as well as condominium living.  Montclair offers an all-inclusive community for those looking for respite care as well as long-term care. Their unique condominium’s offer a cozy, nurturing environment promoting engaging and active daily living for its residents.

Management’s approach to modern senior living promotes a lifestyle centered on growth by offering a serene environment for the elderly in Decatur. Clairmont Place’s staff provide an active environment to ensure all residents continue to live a fulfilling and exciting life. These include a robust calendar of engaging activities, life enrichment programs, delicious and healthy dining meal plans, scheduled housekeeping, an indoor pool, a fitness center, a coffee bar, and an in-house cinema.

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Overview of Wilshire Senior Apartments

Surrounded by convenient local amenities in Smyrna, GA, Wilshire Senior Apartments is a welcoming community that offers independent living. Those looking to downsize in retirement can find accommodations that suit their preferences with fully furnished and spacious one- and two-bedroom floor plans. The community also strives to maintain residents’ independence without hassles, especially with maintenance services.

Residents have easy access to recreation and wellness with the community’s proximity to leisure sites and thriving shops. A fully equipped kitchen is also available in each unit, allowing residents to prepare meals on their terms. The community has a business center, a wellness center, a fitness center, and a scenic garden, making it an ideal retirement option.

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Overview of Ashton Meadows Apartments

Experience the retirement of your dreams at Ashton Meadows Apartments, a distinct community in Valdosta, GA, offering independent living. Residents live comfortably with purposely built and spacious one- and two-bedroom floor plans. 24-hour emergency maintenance and convenient apartment features are provided for residents’ convenience.

A carefully curated calendar of fun recreational activities and enriching programs is conducted to keep residents active and socially connected. Residents also enjoy social events and delightful mealtimes with a picnic area. The community is ideal for those looking to downsize in retirement, especially with its warm and welcoming environment.

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Overview of Peachstone Independent Senior Living

Conveniently located in the thriving neighborhood of Marietta, GA, Peachstone Independent Senior Living is a blissful community that offers independent living. With a variety of cozy and purposely built one-bedroom floor plans, residents can downsize without hassles. The community also provides on-site maintenance and laundry spaces for residents’ convenience.

Residents have quick access to necessities and leisure opportunities with local amenities and leisure spaces nearby. With a fully furnished kitchen, residents can prepare meals according to their dietary needs and preferences. Utilities are all pain, easing financial burdens. The community is ideal for those looking to downsize in retirement, especially with its state-of-the-art amenities and friendly setting.

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Overview of Juniper Sandy Springs

Juniper Sandy Springs is a blissful retreat in Sandy Springs, GA, offering independent living. With beautifully furnished and cozy studio to two-bedroom floor plans, residents are guaranteed comfort. On-site maintenance and dry cleaning services are available, ensuring residents have a hassle-free lifestyle.

Residents will not run out of things to do for leisure and wellness, especially with plenty of recreational spaces on-site. With a fully furnished kitchen in each unit, residents prepare meals according to their dietary needs and preferences. Pets are also welcome to accompany residents to ease their loneliness. Amenities include a pool, fitness center, a clubhouse, a cabana, a courtyard, a game room, a pet play area, a business center, and a sun deck, creating the ideal setting for residents to live a blissful retirement.

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Overview of Highland Terrace

Live the best of your golden years at Highland Terrace, a purposely built 55+ community in Columbus, GA, offering independent living. The community also collaborates with Mercy Medical to provide medical services for residents’ convenience and safety. Residents can feel a sense of belonging, especially with cozy and specially designed accommodations.

Thriving local shops and recreational spaces surround the area, ensuring residents have plenty of leisure and wellness opportunities. With fast-food chains and restaurants nearby, residents enjoy mealtimes that satisfy their dietary needs and preferences. The community also features a clubhouse, a business center, and a serene outdoor green space, ideal for residents’ relaxation and well-being.

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Overview of Farrfield Manor Senior Apartments

Live a blissful retirement at Farrfield Manor Senior Apartments, a distinguished 62+ community in Columbus, GA, offering independent living. The community has 74 purposely built and spacious one-bedroom floor plans, designed for residents’ comfort and safety. Residents can maintain their independence with a service coordinator and maintenance team working closely with them.

With recreational and wellness spaces on-site, residents can spend their days according to their interests and capabilities. Full kitchens are also available, ensuring residents can prepare according to their dietary needs and preferences. Emergency pull cord systems and safety rails are also provided in each unit for convenience and safety. Residents make the most of their golden years amidst the community’s vibrant and friendly environment.

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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 Regency House by Barclay House

Spend a wondrous retirement with the prominent senior living community of Regency House by Barclay House set in the tranquil grounds of Winn Way, Decatur, GA, that specializes in independent living. The community features a variety of beautifully designed and spacious one-bedroom and two-bedroom residences, promising comfort and security like no other. Let go of your worries and live your life to the fullest with Regency House by Barclay House.

Experience a maintenance-free lifestyle with the community handling the housekeeping and other household responsibilities. Moreover, residents can eat to their heart’s content with three homecooked meals that cater to dietary needs and tastes. Regency House by Barclay House is ideal for seniors looking to make the most out of their best years without worries.

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Brightstone Senior

2654 Dekalb Medical Pkwy, Lithonia, GA 30058
Overview of Brightstone Senior

Brightstone Apartment Homes is a specially designed 55+ community located near Emory Hillandale Hospital in Lithonia, GA, that offers independent living. With cozy and sophisticated one- and two-bedroom accommodations, residents are guaranteed comfort and convenience. On-site management is also available, so residents have a worry-free lifestyle.

Residents have easy access to plenty of leisure and wellness opportunities, especially with a fitness center on-site and recreation spaces nearby. Delightful restaurants and shops also surround the area, ensuring residents have a variety of dining options that cater to their dietary needs and preferences. The community is ideal for those looking to live independently in retirement.

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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 244 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.