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Best Independent Living in Lewiston, ME

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 7 independent living communities in Lewiston, ME using Maine Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank independent living in ME
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Last updated
Apr 2026
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7 homes
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Avg Walk Score: 25/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Lewiston, ME. 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: 123The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Lewiston, ME. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90

Compare Independent Living around Lewiston (Metro Area)

Montello Heights Retirement Community
IL
AL
Lewiston (College Street)
80
Facility 80
ME AVG 20
Rank #22 / 357
Yes
23
Facility 23
ME AVG 31
Rank #208 / 422
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedMichele Carey11
Montello Heights
IL
AL
Lewiston (College Street)
80
Facility 80
ME AVG 20
Rank #22 / 357
Yes
16
Facility 16
ME AVG 31
Rank #248 / 422
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedMichele Carey11
Spring Rock Park
IL
Leeds
-No
1
Facility 1
ME AVG 31
Rank #361 / 422
Private Rooms--
Apple Valley Estates
IL
Lewiston (Apple Valley Estates)
-No
9
Facility 9
ME AVG 31
Rank #299 / 422
Private Rooms--
Pinecrest Apartments
IL
AL
Lewiston (Lisbon Street)
-No
87
Facility 87
ME AVG 31
Rank #14 / 422
Private Rooms--
The Meadows
IL
AL
MC
Greene
-No
16
Facility 16
ME AVG 31
Rank #248 / 422
Private Rooms--
St. Mary’s D‘Youville Pavilion
IL
MC
NH
Lewiston
210
Facility 210
ME AVG 20
Rank #2 / 357
No
0
Facility 0
ME AVG 31
Rank #373 / 422
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Overview of Montello Heights Retirement Community

Situated at the beautifully landscaped grounds at Lewiston, ME, Montello Heights Retirement Community is an ideal senior living community that offers affordable independent living and assisted living options. With their 24-hour nursing services, residents and their families can rest easy knowing that their loved ones are well-supported and living a comfortable life within a community that protects residents’ freedom and dignity while receiving additional assistance.

Montello Heights deeply values its residents’ comfort and convenience and ensures they get the support they need to live an easy life. Residents enjoy a host of amenities and services, including laundry, transportation, social activities, and fitness activities. The community also takes pride in providing savory chef-prepared meals that taste just like home-cooked meals and are tailored to accommodate special diets for those with low-sodium and diabetic needs.

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Overview of Montello Heights

Montello Heights Retirement Community is an independent living and assisted living home for seniors in Lewiston where a balanced lifestyle of comfort and calmness is met with full support. Residents of the community are encouraged to have a strong sense of freedom with no shame of being able to receive additional assistance.

Montello’s lifestyle is easy and worry-free. Residents can live a fulfilling everyday life through the community’s extensive services. Their amenities and services include laundry, transportation, healthy and savory chef-prepared meals, social activities, and fitness activities.

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Spring Rock Park

802 Church Hill Rd Apt 21, Leeds, ME 04263
Overview of Spring Rock Park

Spring Rock Park is an assisted living community that embraces Independent Living Retirement Home options, nestled in the charming landscape of Leeds, Maine. This community boasts a collection of 20 well-appointed senior housing units, providing residents with a comfortable and accommodating environment. Strategically situated in close proximity to healthcare facilities, retail shopping destinations, churches, and local conveniences, Spring Rock Park ensures that residents have easy access to essential amenities.

With a remarkable convenience of 18 drug stores within a mile radius and a mere 11.35 miles from St Mary’s Regional Medical Center, residents’ well-being remains a top priority. Moreover, the community offers a welcoming atmosphere for spiritual enrichment, with a multitude of churches within a four-mile radius. Spring Rock Park stands as a harmonious blend of comfort, accessibility, and community, offering seniors a fulfilling and vibrant living experience.

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Overview of Apple Valley Estates

Apple Valley Estates boasts a splendid future for seniors at their retirement homes because they allow residents to choose a lifestyle that fits their needs freely. A cozy, home-like 55+ independent living community, management encourages residents to live vibrantly by socializing and making meaningful memories with people their age. Residential living practices a person-centered approach to help cultivate the holistic wellness of each individual.

Apple Valley Estates offers affordable housing for eligible residents. The community’s all-inclusive services and amenities include medication management, supervised care, specialized programs, engaging activities, and ADLs for stress-free living.

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Overview of Pinecrest Apartments

Located in a lively and practical setting, Pinecrest Apartments in Lewiston, ME, provides residents with an excellent assisted living experience. A comfortable lifestyle with convenient access to amenities and services is available to residents. Plenty of healthcare providers nearby the community, including six hospitals, 45 doctors, and 11 pharmacies, provide residents easy access to medical care when needed. With so many restaurants in the area, the community is ideal for seniors who enjoy going out to eat while its proximity to two parks makes it ideal for leisurely walks and picnics for nature enthusiasts.

Pinecrest Apartments promotes happy, healthy living by establishing an environment that offers seniors daily convenience, comfort, and stimulating experiences. With a variety of facilities, including theaters for amusement, houses of worship for spiritual enlightenment, and easy access to transit, residents can preserve their independence and take part in an active social life.

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Overview of The Meadows

The Meadows is a charming assisted living community conveniently located in Greene, ME. The Meadows enables their residents to live independent lives, allowing them the freedom to participate in community activities, outings, and events as they see fit, or enjoy privacy and tranquility in their own space. The Meadows boasts an accommodation completely furnished with elements that make it accessible to people with disabilities, guaranteeing that every resident may live in a secure and comfortable setting that meets their needs.

The community offers independent residents comfort and convenience with 24-hour emergency call button service, private toilets, eating privileges, laundry facilities, and recreational areas.  Whether residents prefer an active social life or peaceful solitude, The Meadows embraces individual preferences, offering a family-oriented atmosphere where everyone feels welcome and respected.

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Overview of St. Mary’s D‘youville Pavilion

St. Mary’s D’Youville Pavilion proudly approaches nursing care as a person-centered service. It provides a warm and welcoming atmosphere for its residents to maintain comfort in a homey setting. With an emphasis on independent living, memory care, and long-term and short-term care, the home offers an environment where residents continuously grow as individuals in a nurturing environment that maximizes everyone’s quality of life.
St. Mary’s D’Youville Place specializes in surgical recovery, skilled nursing, therapeutic rehabilitation, short-term recovery, and long-term care. Other community features include housekeeping, transportation, social events, recreational activities, and specialized programs.

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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 Lewiston, ME

What is the average cost of independent living in Lewiston, ME?

The average monthly cost of independent living in Lewiston, ME is approximately $2,722. Actual rates vary by community, level of care, and floorplan.

What is the price range for independent living in Lewiston, ME?

Independent living in Lewiston, ME typically ranges from $1,760 - $4,422 per month, depending on the community, room type, and care needs.

How many licensed independent living communities are there in Lewiston, ME?

According to state licensing records, there are approximately 21 licensed independent living communities in Lewiston, ME.

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 7 independent living communities in Lewiston, ME. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right independent living community in Lewiston, ME?

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 Lewiston, ME, 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 Lewiston, ME?

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.