Page 19 of Best Independent Living in Georgia

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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
Overview of Bexley Powers Ferry

Beautifully set in the harmonious neighborhood of Atlanta, GA, Bexley Powers Ferry is an astounding community that offers independent living. With accessible and purposely built studio to two-bedroom floor plans, residents can keep their peace of mind. The community also strives to maintain residents’ independence, with 24-hour emergency maintenance and a property manager.

Residents have fun and maintain social connections with plenty of recreational and wellness spaces on-site. Delightful restaurants are also available nearby, ensuring residents enjoy a variety of dining options according to their dietary needs and preferences. Amenities include a clubhouse, a business center, a fitness center, a dog park, a pool, a spa, a pet play area, and serene walking trails, creating the ideal setting for a blissful retirement.

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Overview of Lenox Summit Apartments

Experience a blissful retirement at Lennox Summit Apartments, an idyllic 62+ community in Atlanta, GA, offering independent living. The community has purposely built and sophisticated one- and two-bedroom floor plans, dedicated to residents’ comfort and safety. Residents also maintain their independence without hassles, with on-site maintenance and laundry spaces.

With leisure sites and plenty of local amenities, residents have quick access to their needs and wellness opportunities. Restaurants and fast-food chains are also available nearby, ensuring residents enjoy a variety of dining options for their dietary needs and preferences. The community’s vibrant and welcoming environment creates the ideal setting for residents to flourish in their golden years.

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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 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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Overview of Columbia Brookside Senior Residences

Enjoy an active retirement at Columbia Brookside Senior Residences, a purposely built community in Athens, GA, offering independent living. Those 55+ can find the accommodation that best matches their preferences with the community’s cozy and spacious one- and two-bedroom floor plans. The community also promotes environmentally friendly practices, helping to lower utility costs for residents.

With its proximity to local amenities and recreational spaces, residents have plenty of leisure and wellness opportunities. A variety of restaurants are also available nearby, ensuring residents can enjoy hassle-free dining. The community is open from Monday to Friday, from 9 A.M. to 5:30 P.M.

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Overview of Park at Johns Creek Apartments

Settled in the heart of Suwanee, GA, Park at Johns Creek Senior Apartments offers an active living community, combining comfort and convenience. Here, residents can enjoy a variety of beautifully designed accommodations with several floor plans based on their preferences. The community’s prime location near Johns Creek Town Center provides easy access to local amenities, while offering a vibrant atmosphere.

With a focus on both comfort and wellness, the community offers a wide array of top-notch amenities, including a heated saltwater pool, fitness center, and on-site salon. Residents can also enjoy social gatherings at the clubhouse, wellness events, and pet-friendly spaces. A well-equipped team is committed to ensuring a fulfilling and hassle-free lifestyle, making this community the perfect place to live and thrive.

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Overview of Pointe North Village I, II & III

Spend your best years at Pointe North Village III, a distinguished community in Albany, GA, offering independent living. With fully furnished and spacious one- to three-bedroom floor plans, residents are guaranteed the utmost comfort. 24-hour emergency maintenance and on-site laundry spaces are also available, so residents have more time to do the things they truly enjoy.

Leisure sites and thriving local amenities surround the community, providing residents with easy access to their needs and recreational opportunities. Residents can also prepare meals on their own with a full kitchen in each unit. The community is equipped with a business center, a picnic pavilion, an outdoor patio, a fitness center, and a garden, creating the ideal setting for residents to live comfortably in retirement.

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Overview of HearthSide Smyrna

Beautifully set in the harmonious neighborhood of Smyrna, GA, HearthSide Smyrna is an idyllic community that offers independent living. With specially designed and spacious one- and two-bedroom floor plans, residents can live comfortably during their stay. The community also features a laundry room, ensuring residents have a convenient lifestyle.

With recreational spaces on-site and thriving local amenities nearby, residents can live actively and maintain social connections. A bistro is also available, providing residents with plenty of dining options that cater to their dietary needs and preferences. Pets are also welcome to accompany residents to prevent loneliness. The community is equipped with a game room, a fitness center, garden beds, and serene walking trails, creating the ideal setting for a blissful retirement.

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Overview of Shannon Reserve 55+ Apartments

Live blissfully at Shannon Reserve 55+ Apartments, a distinct community in Union City, GA, that offers independent living. The community is dedicated to the comfort of those 55+, providing a variety of purposely built one- to three-bedroom floor plans. Here, residents maintain their independence without hassles with laundry spaces and maintenance services.

With a variety of recreational spaces on-site and leisure opportunities outside, residents will not run out of things to do. Residents can also prepare meals according to their dietary needs and preferences with a fully equipped kitchen in each unit. Amenities include a theater, a beauty salon, a library, a community room, a multi-purpose room, and a community garden.

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Overview of The Phoenix at Dallas

Operated by Phoenix SL., The Phoenix at Dallas is an independent living community in Dallas, Georgia, that offers cottage-style homes. Multiple floor plans are also offered, giving older adults comfortable living options in a peaceful setting.

An outdoor pool with a cabana, walking trails, a Bocce Court, a full-service salon, Phoenix Signature Programming, and life-sized chess and checkers are available on-site. In addition, complimentary transportation to medical appointments helps residents manage their healthcare while maintaining their independence.

Furthermore, recreational spaces encourage both social interaction and daily physical activity, while scheduled transportation makes it easier to attend appointments without relying on family members. Although the surrounding neighborhood has a Walk Score of 39 and is only somewhat walkable, the quiet suburban location may appeal to older adults who prefer a relaxed residential environment.

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Weighting overview

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    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.

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  • Review Sentiment
  • Review Volume
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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
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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
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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
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Community Stability 10%

Operational signals indicating whether a community is well-run and meeting demand.

  • Includes
  • Occupancy Rate
  • Bed Options
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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.