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Best Independent Living in Harrisburg, PA

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 13 independent living communities in Harrisburg, PA using Pennsylvania Department of Human Services (DHS) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank independent living in PA
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Jul 2026
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13 homes
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Avg Walk Score: 30/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Harrisburg, PA. 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: 112The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Harrisburg, PA. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90

Compare Independent Living around Harrisburg (Metro Area)

Messiah Lifeways at Messiah Village
IL
ADC
AL
MC
NH
RESC
RC
SNF
Mechanicsburg
190
Facility 190
PA AVG 94
Rank #21 / 555
No
22
Facility 22
PA AVG 46
Rank #521 / 668
Messiah Home Inc
89
Facility 89
PA AVG 83
Rank #152 / 460
9
1
Facility 1
PA AVG 4
Rank #110 / 482
77.8%
Facility 77.8%
PA AVG 72.7%
Rank #347 / 482
32
Facility 32
PA AVG 63
Rank #207 / 482
3.6
Facility 3.6
PA AVG 5.7
Rank #224 / 482
Non-Profit
144
Facility 144
PA AVG 76.9
Rank #21 / 361
1.21
78.4%
Facility 78.4%
PA AVG 68.8%
Rank #155 / 485
-A+
Country Meadows
IL
AL
MC
Mechanicsburg (Hampden Township)
180
Facility 180
PA AVG 94
Rank #28 / 555
No
41
Facility 41
PA AVG 46
Rank #376 / 668
Country Meadows Of West Shore LLC
88
Facility 88
PA AVG 83
Rank #162 / 460
5
2
Facility 2
PA AVG 4
Rank #186 / 482
60%
Facility 60%
PA AVG 72.7%
Rank #158 / 482
10
Facility 10
PA AVG 63
Rank #47 / 482
2.0
Facility 2.0
PA AVG 5.7
Rank #74 / 482
Profit--
57.8%
Facility 57.8%
PA AVG 68.8%
Rank #361 / 485
-A+
Brookdale Grayson View
IL
AL
MC
RESC
Selinsgrove
95
Facility 95
PA AVG 94
Rank #240 / 555
Yes
7
Facility 7
PA AVG 46
Rank #622 / 668
Emeritus Corporation
73
Facility 73
PA AVG 83
Rank #356 / 460
18
7
Facility 7
PA AVG 4
Rank #405 / 482
61.1%
Facility 61.1%
PA AVG 72.7%
Rank #183 / 482
78
Facility 78
PA AVG 63
Rank #376 / 482
4.3
Facility 4.3
PA AVG 5.7
Rank #272 / 482
Profit
104
Facility 104
PA AVG 76.9
Rank #88 / 361
1.30
84.2%
Facility 84.2%
PA AVG 68.8%
Rank #90 / 485
StudioA+
Ecumenical Retirement Community
IL
AL
MC
Harrisburg (Susquehanna)
88
Facility 88
PA AVG 94
Rank #264 / 555
Yes
41
Facility 41
PA AVG 46
Rank #376 / 668
Ecumenical Communities Inc
91
Facility 91
PA AVG 83
Rank #112 / 460
10
2
Facility 2
PA AVG 4
Rank #186 / 482
70%
Facility 70%
PA AVG 72.7%
Rank #272 / 482
35
Facility 35
PA AVG 63
Rank #227 / 482
3.5
Facility 3.5
PA AVG 5.7
Rank #218 / 482
Non-Profit
63
Facility 63
PA AVG 76.9
Rank #205 / 361
1.00
71.6%
Facility 71.6%
PA AVG 68.8%
Rank #232 / 485
Studio / Suite-
Viva Senior Living at Harrisburg
IL
AL
MC
RC
Harrisburg (Lawnton)
96
Facility 96
PA AVG 94
Rank #237 / 555
No
43
Facility 43
PA AVG 46
Rank #363 / 668
Harrisburg Al Operations LLC
76
Facility 76
PA AVG 83
Rank #326 / 460
10
4
Facility 4
PA AVG 4
Rank #301 / 482
80%
Facility 80%
PA AVG 72.7%
Rank #367 / 482
90
Facility 90
PA AVG 63
Rank #396 / 482
9.0
Facility 9.0
PA AVG 5.7
Rank #425 / 482
Profit
100
Facility 100
PA AVG 76.9
Rank #99 / 361
1.15
87.5%
Facility 87.5%
PA AVG 68.8%
Rank #61 / 485
Studio / Private / Companion Suite-
Commonwealth Senior Living at Harrisburg
IL
AL
MC
Harrisburg (Lawnton)
96
Facility 96
PA AVG 94
Rank #237 / 555
No
43
Facility 43
PA AVG 46
Rank #363 / 668
Harrisburg Al Operations LLC
76
Facility 76
PA AVG 83
Rank #326 / 460
10
4
Facility 4
PA AVG 4
Rank #301 / 482
80%
Facility 80%
PA AVG 72.7%
Rank #367 / 482
90
Facility 90
PA AVG 63
Rank #396 / 482
9.0
Facility 9.0
PA AVG 5.7
Rank #425 / 482
Profit
100
Facility 100
PA AVG 76.9
Rank #99 / 361
1.15---
Holiday The Manor at Oakridge
IL
NH
Harrisburg (Oakhurst Boulevard)
120
Facility 120
PA AVG 94
Rank #127 / 555
Yes
42
Facility 42
PA AVG 46
Rank #367 / 668
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78.5%
Facility 78.5%
PA AVG 68.8%
Rank #153 / 485
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedB-
Oak Hill Village
IL
AL
MC
NH
PC
SNF
Middletown (North Union Street)
40
Facility 40
PA AVG 94
Rank #495 / 555
No
21
Facility 21
PA AVG 46
Rank #524 / 668
Oak Hill Al Operating Company LLC
97
Facility 97
PA AVG 83
Rank #30 / 460
3
1
Facility 1
PA AVG 4
Rank #110 / 482
66.7%
Facility 66.7%
PA AVG 72.7%
Rank #223 / 482
7
Facility 7
PA AVG 63
Rank #33 / 482
2.3
Facility 2.3
PA AVG 5.7
Rank #104 / 482
Profit--
65.0%
Facility 65.0%
PA AVG 68.8%
Rank #292 / 485
1 bed / 2 bed-
Ecumenical Retirement Community of Harrisburg II
IL
AL
MC
Harrisburg
104
Facility 104
PA AVG 94
Rank #191 / 555
No
12
Facility 12
PA AVG 46
Rank #591 / 668
The Ecumenical Communities, Inc
90
Facility 90
PA AVG 83
Rank #132 / 460
5
0
Facility 0
PA AVG 4
Rank #1 / 482
80%
Facility 80%
PA AVG 72.7%
Rank #367 / 482
22
Facility 22
PA AVG 63
Rank #127 / 482
4.4
Facility 4.4
PA AVG 5.7
Rank #277 / 482
Non-Profit--
76.0%
Facility 76.0%
PA AVG 68.8%
Rank #185 / 485
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Harmony at West Shore
IL
AL
MC
Mechanicsburg
115
Facility 115
PA AVG 94
Rank #153 / 555
Yes
6
Facility 6
PA AVG 46
Rank #629 / 668
Hampden Operations LLC
63
Facility 63
PA AVG 83
Rank #429 / 460
16
9
Facility 9
PA AVG 4
Rank #448 / 482
68.8%
Facility 68.8%
PA AVG 72.7%
Rank #268 / 482
211
Facility 211
PA AVG 63
Rank #458 / 482
13.2
Facility 13.2
PA AVG 5.7
Rank #456 / 482
Profit--
45.2%
Facility 45.2%
PA AVG 68.8%
Rank #442 / 485
studio / 1 bed / 2 bed-
Holiday Essex House
IL
Lemoyne
-Yes
75
Facility 75
PA AVG 46
Rank #111 / 668
-----------Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-
Kindred Place at Harrisburg
IL
HC
SNF
Harrisburg (Susquehanna)
-No
30
Facility 30
PA AVG 46
Rank #468 / 668
-----------1 Bed / 2 Bed-
Fairview Retirement Community
IL
ADC
AL
HC
NH
Lewisberry (Woodland Avenue)
-No
1
Facility 1
PA AVG 46
Rank #659 / 668
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Overview of Holiday Essex House

Located in a tranquil suburban neighborhood between Lemonye and Camp Hill Boroughs, Holiday Essex House is an assisted living community offering supportive and dignified independent living services. Trusted professionals provide custom-tailored health and personal care on-site while the pet-friendly community is created to radiate a warm and familiar atmosphere. For example, residents can enjoy leisurely walks along the outdoor paths and take delight in well-balanced meals served in the spacious dining room. Holiday Essex House also offers various floor plans, including studios, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom options, featuring charming kitchenettes and wheelchair-accessible bathrooms. With dedicated associates available 24/7, residents can access custom-tailored health and personal care services to meet their specific needs.

Holiday Essex House provides residents with a peaceful and supportive environment. The community’s dedicated team offers an array of services, including housekeeping and transportation, ensuring residents can enjoy a stress-free lifestyle. With daily fitness classes, devotional services, and scheduled day trips, residents have ample opportunities to engage in activities that cater to their interests.

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Overview of Fairview Retirement Community

Fairview Retirement Community, located in Lewisberry, Pennsylvania, is a premier senior living community serving the area. With a commitment to enhancing the lives of seniors, Fairview offers an exceptional independent living experience tailored to the unique needs and desires of each resident. The community provides a warm and inviting environment where seniors can enjoy an active and fulfilling lifestyle.

Situated in a tranquil setting, Fairview Retirement Community offers a range of amenities and services to support independent living. Residents can take advantage of beautifully appointed living spaces, access to recreational activities, and opportunities for social engagement. With a focus on promoting well-being and independence, Fairview strives to create a vibrant and welcoming community for seniors to thrive in their retirement years.

Contact Fairview Retirement Community

Overview of Kindred Place at Harrisburg

Nestled near the picturesque Susquehanna River and the rolling hills of Harrisburg, Kindred Place offers the perfect balance of urban convenience and natural serenity. Residents can enjoy the vibrant city amenities while savoring breathtaking views of the Appalachian foothills. With a host of amenities, including a fitness center, an activity calendar, and transportation service, residents can stay active and socially engaged. Moreover, the spacious dining room provides delectable meals and a welcoming atmosphere for sharing moments with loved ones. Apartments feature modern amenities and safety features, ensuring comfort and peace of mind. 

At Kindred Place, residents enjoy the best of both worlds – a serene retreat surrounded by nature and easy access to the conveniences of city life. For example, the community offers a range of amenities and services designed to promote an active and fulfilling lifestyle. With comfortable apartments and a dedicated staff, residents can live independently with peace of mind. With a caring staff and access to healthcare providers nearby, Kindred Place is a community where independent living is celebrated.

Contact Kindred Place at Harrisburg

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 Harrisburg, PA

What is the average cost of independent living in Harrisburg, PA?

The average monthly cost of independent living in Harrisburg, PA is approximately $2,096. Actual rates vary by community, level of care, and floorplan.

What is the price range for independent living in Harrisburg, PA?

Independent living in Harrisburg, PA typically ranges from $508 - $4,222 per month, depending on the community, room type, and care needs.

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 13 independent living communities in Harrisburg, PA. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right independent living community in Harrisburg, PA?

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 Harrisburg, PA, 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 Harrisburg, PA?

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.