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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 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 Sweat | 34 | 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 Watkins | 23 | 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-Kerr | 5 | -
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 Henry | 2 | -
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 Norman | 12 | -
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. Campbell | 14 | 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 Fleuristal | 22 | 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 Eyzaguirre | 16 | -
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 | A | Saida Holyfield | 14 | 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 Cone | 5 | 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-Bowdler | 25 | 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 Harris | 7 | -
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 Pitsenbarger | 10 | 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 Blane | 7 | -
Facility
-
GA AVG
21
Rank
#1 / 483 | 0.0
Facility
0.0
GA AVG
1.2
Rank
#1 / 483 |
Situated in Snellville, GA, The Sheridan at Eastside is a charming senior living community with a variety of care levels, including Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care, and Short Term Care. Seniors can enjoy the community’s vibrant atmosphere, upscale dining, and engaging programs that add joy and fun to their daily lives. With beautifully designed studios, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments, residents find comfort and elegance in their new home.
The Sheridan at Eastside provides a wide range of amenities and programs to enhance the residents’ experience. From a creative art studio and outdoor swimming pool to an exercise gym and barber and beauty salon, there’s something for everyone. The community also features a card room, assisted bathing spa, and personalized care services. With innovative programming and a dedicated team, residents can enjoy a fulfilling and stress-free lifestyle. The award-winning Memory Care, respite services, and 24-hour care ensure that all residents receive the attention and support they need.
Ideally located in the harmonious neighborhood of Columbus, GA, Waverly Terrace Senior Apartments is an idyllic community that offers independent living. The community features beautifully designed and cozy one- and two-bedroom floor plans, ensuring residents find the accommodation that best matches their preferences. Residents also enjoy convenient living with top-notch apartment features.
A variety of recreational and wellness spaces are available, promoting an active and vibrant lifestyle. Residents can prepare meals according to their dietary needs and preferences with fully equipped kitchens in each unit. The community has a club room, a game room, a media lounge, a cyber cafe, a fitness center, and a scenic community garden.
Live the best of your golden years at The Ashbury, an idyllic retreat in Valdosta, GA, offering independent living. The community has beautifully furnished and spacious one- to three-bedroom floor plans, providing older adults with a variety of options to downsize in retirement. Residents can ease their worries with maintenance services and convenient apartment features.
With its ideal location near distinct shops and recreational spaces, residents gain easy access to plenty of leisure and wellness opportunities. The community also partners with Valdosta State University and Tender Care to provide health services. Other amenities include a wellness center, a gazebo, an arts and crafts room, and a garden, ensuring residents enjoy a worry-free retirement.
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.
A proud Atlas Senior Living Group member, Legacy Reserve at Old Town is one of the city’s trusted assisted living and memory care communities. The assisted living and memory community is simply beautiful and timeless, providing an ideal environment for seniors to age with purpose. They try to get to know each resident individually and treat them like family members so they can offer more authentic and attentive personalized care. Legacy Reserve is where seniors can find a sense of belonging and purpose, surrounded by caring staff dedicated to making their golden years memorable.
As an Atlas Senior Living community, Legacy Reserve provides a supportive environment that fosters growth, independence, and dignity. Seniors here can stay active and engaged with popular amenities like mental games, dancing, and socializing
The Glen at Lake Oconee Village is an idyllic senior living community settling in, Greensboro, GA that provides assisted living, independent living, and memory care. With a wide range of floor plans including spacious studios, elegant one-bedroom apartments, and luxurious two-bedroom apartments, the community delivers warmth and comfort within its grounds. The community ensures the comfort and safety of its residents, providing round-the-clock care and assistance.
Focusing on the seniors’ health and wellness, The Glen at Lake Oconee Village conducts fun enrichment activities to enhance their mental, physical, and emotional welfare. The community promotes a friendly environment enabling the seniors to interact. Providing opportunities for its residents to keep learning with SRI University’s program and classes, the community strives to keep its residents’ minds sharp. The Glen at Lake Oconee Village provides tranquil outdoor spaces perfect for walks and gardening, and wellness programs including massage and meditation for the seniors’ comfort and leisure.
Village Park Fayetteville located in the beautiful setting of Lanier Avenue Fayetteville, GA, is a respected senior living community that offers assisted living, independent living, and memory care. Treat yourself to a relaxing and safe retirement with the beautifully crafted and sophisticated accommodations including private and shared suites, studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments. Lead a meaningful life with a kind and highly qualified team delivering top-notch care and assistance.
Fill your heart with warmth and enjoy a friendly environment through exciting activities and enjoyable programs. Indulge in delightful and healthy meals for dietary satisfaction. Spend your golden years doing what you love within the lively and welcoming spaces of Village Park Fayetteville.
Oaks at Gracemont in Cumming, GA, offers an inviting senior living community for seniors seeking independent living, assisted living and respite care services. Residents here enjoy a person-directed approach to care, complemented with assistance with the activities of daily living, or a short-term respite from the demands of caregiving. The community’s compassionate team ensures round-the-clock support, along with an emergency response system and fall-prevention education, emphasizing safety and peace of mind.
Oaks at Gracemont commits itself to empowering residents’ lives through a full-calendar of activities and a range of amenities designed to promote independence and well-being. Residents relish convenient on-site amenities, including a physical therapy session, an activities room, a hairdresser and salon, fostering an engaging and worry-free lifestyle. With features like landscaped grounds, a community room, and enclosed courtyards, residents have plenty of opportunities to socialize or unwind.
Located on Village View Drive, Lanier Village Estates is a nursing home in Gainesville, Georgia, that offers personal care, memory support, rehabilitation services, skilled nursing, and respite care. As part of the Acts Retirement-Life Communities network, the community’s multiple levels of care allow older adults to remain in the same setting as their needs progress.
Memory care, skilled nursing, assistance with daily activities, palliative care, home care, and hospice services are among the care options offered. Additionally, licensed nurses and certified nursing assistants provide 24-hour staffing. For those recovering from a hospital stay or seeking temporary relief, short-term rehabilitation and respite care are also available.
The community’s amenities promote socialization, relaxation, and outdoor opportunities, which include a swimming pool, grand dining room, community garden, multiple lounge areas, and a wellness center focused on helping residents stay active.
With a Walk Score of 20, the community requires a car to access most errands. Furthermore, Northeast Georgia Medical Center Gainesville is located nearby, providing convenient access to emergency medical care.
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.
Ranking Methodology
How we rank these independent living communities
Every community above is evaluated across six weighted categories using public data including state inspection records, review platforms, BBB profiles, and operator-published materials.
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.













