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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 Magnolia Estates of Winder

A few minutes from Gainesville, Magnolia Estates of Winder provides comfortable assisted living care for seniors. The upscale home creates a lifestyle that aims to provide an enjoyable environment that cultivates individuality and growth in a lush setting. Winder’s premier choice for assisted living, management prides itself on the close-knit friendship and top-notch care that residents and families have praised.
Magnolia Estates’ senior living experience is built on comfort, compassion, and care.  Offering comprehensive services that focus on enhancing and enriching the daily living of its residents, such as 24/7 supervision, engaging programs, social activities, chef-inspired meals, maintenance, and housekeeping services.

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Overview of Smoky Springs by Barclay House

Experience the finest retirement with Smoking Springs by Barclay House located in the charming neighborhood of South Enota Drive North East, Gainesville, GA, offering independent living. Featuring snug and sophisticated studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom residences, the community strives to provide a safe place for seniors’ privacy. The community takes pride in a reliable and highly skilled team that helps them go about their days without hassles.

Participate in fun activities and enrich your retirement with stimulating programs to maintain an active and well-connected lifestyle. Here, residents delight with healthy and tasty meals that satisfy dietary needs and preferences. Filled with incredible amenities and a welcoming community, Smoking Springs by Barclay House is great for seniors looking to maximize their independence.

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Overview of The Retreat at Madison Place

The Retreat at Madison Place is an active 55+ residential community that anticipates a family-like atmosphere. The independent living home for seniors is praised for assisting with daily living and delivering comfort and convenience. The Retreat at Madison Place is resident-centered, ensuring that seniors can prioritize while balanced with the freedom to do as they please.

The independent living home is dedicated to ensuring that each individual cultivates and reaches their holistic wellness, delivered by their care staff, available 24/7. Other services include essential housekeeping, laundry, transportation, medication management, and recreational activities. Community amenities include a lounge room, a fitness center, a dining area, and outdoor common areas.

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Overview of Washington Commons

Situated in the peaceful neighborhood of Washington Commons Dr, Evans, GA, Washington Commons is an exceptional senior living community that provides independent living. The community features spacious and pet-friendly living areas such as studio, one- and two-bedroom apartments. Committed to delivering the utmost assistance and respect to seniors, Washington Commons ensures comfortable and safe residences.

Washington Commons promotes an active and independent lifestyle for seniors, providing them with amenities that cater to enjoyment and leisure. Moreover, three homestyle meals are served daily to satisfy the dietary needs and preferences of the residents. The community features a salon and barbershop, a bistro, fitness equipment, a theater, an activity room, a garden, a patio, a community center, and community grounds that are all wheelchair accessible.

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Overview of Smyrna Towers Senior Apartments

Beautifully set near serene parks in Smyrna, GA, Smyrna Towers Senior Apartments is a specially designed community that offers independent living. 150 cozy and sophisticated accommodations are available, ensuring residents’ comfort and convenience. Utilities are also paid to ease residents’ financial burdens. 24-hour emergency maintenance and professional management are provided, so residents have a worry-free lifestyle.

Residents are encouraged to live actively and gain meaningful experiences with a service coordinator who plans exciting trips and engaging events. Plenty of restaurants and shops are also available nearby, ensuring residents enjoy mealtimes on their terms. The community’s vibrant and welcoming environment makes it an ideal retirement option for those looking to downsize in retirement.

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Overview of Century Pines Senior Retire

Experience a blissful retirement at Century Pines Senior Retirement Community, a unique community in Albany, GA, offering independent living. Residents can keep their peace of mind with thoughtfully designed and spacious accommodations. The community also handles the maintenance, so residents have more time to do the things they truly enjoy.

Residents can spend their days as they please, especially with a variety of fun activities and recreational spaces on-site. With a cafe and a dining room, residents enjoy breakfast and snacks with friends. The community’s state-of-the-art amenities and welcoming environment make it an ideal retirement option for those looking to downsize.

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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 Veranda at Midtown

Live independently in retirement at The Veranda at Midtown, a blissful retreat in Savannah, GA, offering independent living. With beautifully furnished and cozy one-bedroom floor plans, residents can rest assured of living comfortably. Laundry care centers, alongside on-site management and 24-hour maintenance, are available, so residents have a hassle-free lifestyle.

Residents have fun and maintain social connections in the community’s welcoming recreational and wellness spaces. With a fully equipped kitchen in each unit, residents can prepare meals according to their dietary needs and preferences. Amenities include a fitness center, a library, a TV room, a business center, a beauty salon, a coffee bar, and a multipurpose recreation room, promoting an active and vibrant environment.

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Anthem II

1928 Waycrest Dr Sw, Atlanta, GA 30331
Overview of Anthem II

Enjoy a blissful retirement at Anthem II, an esteemed 62+ community in Atlanta, GA, offering independent living. The community has cozy and thoughtfully designed one- and two-bedroom floor plans, ensuring residents’ comfort and safety. Residents experience maintenance-free living with laundry rooms and on-site management.

Residents have easy access to their necessities and leisure with delightful local amenities and shops nearby. With fully furnished kitchens, residents can prepare meals according to their dietary needs and preferences. The community’s state-of-the-art amenities and welcoming setting make it an ideal retirement option for those looking to downsize without hassles.

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Overview of Sustainable Fellwood III Senior Living

Live the best of your golden years at Sustainable Fellwood III Senior Living, an esteemed 55+ community in Savannah, GA, offering independent living. The community has thoughtfully designed and spacious one- and two-bedroom floor plans, ensuring residents’ comfort and safety. Residents can keep their peace of mind with on-site maintenance and laundry spaces.

With a variety of local amenities and recreation sites nearby, residents have plenty of leisure and wellness opportunities. Residents can prepare meals with a full kitchen or enjoy delightful dining options outside. The community creates the ideal setting for those looking to downsize 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.