
Compare Independent Living around Hillsborough County
Info below is compiled from the FL Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.
Communities are listed from highest to lowest based on our ranking methodology.
| Sun Towers Retirement Community | IL AL MC NH RC SNF | Sun City Center | 286
Facility
286
FL AVG
88
Rank
#6 / 1058 | No |
54
Facility
54
FL AVG
40
Rank
#448 / 1487 | Sun City Center Associates, Ltd.(L.p.) | 88
Facility
88
FL AVG
83
Rank
#383 / 876 | 37 | 37.8%
Facility
37.8%
FL AVG
61.5%
Rank
#201 / 907 | 43
Facility
43
FL AVG
33
Rank
#646 / 907 | 1.2
Facility
1.2
FL AVG
1.3
Rank
#446 / 907 | For-Profit | Haley Bauguss | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | A+ |
| Bayshore Presbyterian Apartments | IL | Tampa (Bayshore Gardens) | - | No |
71
Facility
71
FL AVG
40
Rank
#203 / 1487 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | Studio / 1 Bed | - |
| Freedom Plaza | IL AL MC NH RC SNF | Sun City Center (Arbors At Freedom Plaza) | 113
Facility
113
FL AVG
88
Rank
#358 / 1058 | Yes |
8
Facility
8
FL AVG
40
Rank
#1302 / 1487 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | - |
| Osprey Heights Gracious Retirement Living | IL | Valrico | - | No |
19
Facility
19
FL AVG
40
Rank
#1110 / 1487 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | - |
Set in a beautiful neighborhood in Hillsborough County, Sun City Center, FL, Sun Towers is an exceptional senior living community that offers independent living, assisted living, memory care and extended congregate care. The community offers a variety of studio one-bedroom and two-bedroom apartments, designed for comfort and living efficiency. Residents needing extra help with activities of daily living are met with compassionate care and assistance, provided by a kind and well-trained care team.
Tedious chores like housekeeping, meal preparation, and transportation are handled so residents don’t need to worry about keeping up with home maintenance, housework, and other responsibilities. Committed to giving residents plenty of opportunities for social engagement, the community allows residents to participate in various structured and unstructured on-site and off-site activities. Residents can look forward to three professionally prepared meals per day that are tailored specifically to their unique dietary needs, helping improve their health outcomes or manage chronic health conditions that they may have.
Make the most of your best years at Bayshore Presbyterian Apartments, a specially designed community in Tampa, FL, offering independent living. With cozy and sophisticated studio and one-bedroom floor plans, residents can find the accommodation that best matches their preferences. The community also features a 24-hour laundry center for residents’ convenience.
Thriving local amenities and leisure sites surround the area, providing residents with unending recreation and wellness opportunities. Residents also enjoy plenty of dining options with delightful restaurants and shops nearby. The community is equipped with a multipurpose room, a conference room, a TV room, a card room, and a library, ensuring residents can interact with friends without hassles.
Located in Hillsborough County, Sun City Center, FL, Freedom Plaza is a multi-awarded senior living community that offers premiere assisted living, independent living, memory care, skilled nursing, and rehabilitation. The community offers an array of spacious, beautifully designed apartments with fully equipped kitchen, open-concept dining and living room area, ample closet space, and a private glass window-enclosed lanai. Residents enjoy 24/7 security, emergency response system, and a maintenance-free lifestyle with most of the chores handled by a dedicated team.
The community removes the distraction of everyday chores so residents can focus on living their lives to the fullest and engage in various activities and events that enrich their well-being. Residents can choose to participate in group fitness, including yoga and water fitness, and lifelong learning opportunities, such as arts and crafts. A wide array of indoor and outdoor amenities, such as a heated indoor pool, auditorium with dance floor, full-service salon and spa, 18-hole executive golf course and putting green, and tennis courts, provide ample opportunities for leisure and entertainment.
Burrowed in Hillsborough County, Valrico, FL, Osprey Heights Gracious Retirement Living is an intimate senior living community that offers independent living. Choose among over 40 unique studio, one-bedroom and two-bedroom layouts, each designed with seniors’ comfort and well-being in mind. Management teams live on-site and are available to residents throughout the day and when they need them, making sure all of their needs and concerts are met with quick response. The community seeks compassionate individuals who share their commitment to exceptional hospitality, ensuring their residents receive the very best when it comes to care.
An array of regularly conducted activities, including parties, exercise classes, and entertainment, foster an invigorating experience and meaningful social interactions that enrich residents’ lives. With three delicious chef-prepared meals and 24-hour bar for coffee, snacks, and fruits, residents are always happy and full. Plenty of delightful amenities, such as cozy common areas, movie theater, heated swimming pool, fitness center, salon, and activity room, encourages residents to explore and keep an active lifestyle.
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 Hillsborough County, FL
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 4 independent living communities in Hillsborough County, FL. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.
How do I choose the right independent living community in Hillsborough County, FL?
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 Hillsborough County, FL, 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 Hillsborough County, FL?
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.













