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 2 independent living communities in Lexington County, SC. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right independent living community in Lexington County, SC?

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 Lexington County, SC, 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 Lexington County, SC?

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.

Best Independent Living in Lexington County, SC: 2 Communities (2026)


The Heritage at Lowman Rehabilitation and Healthcare	IL AL HOS MC NH RC SNF	Chapin	176 Facility 176 SC AVG 82 Rank #2 / 78	No	-	-
Deepwood Estates by Barclay House	IL	Lexington	-	Yes	41 Facility 41 SC AVG 32 Rank #22 / 68	Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

The Heritage at Lowman Rehabilitation and Healthcare

HOS

SNF

Chapin

176

Deepwood Estates by Barclay House

Lexington

Yes

Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

Overview of The Heritage at Lowman Rehabilitation and Healthcare

The Heritage at Lowman Rehabilitation and Healthcare offers nursing home and skilled nursing care, assisted living, hospice care, independent living, memory care, and respite care in Chapin, SC. Assisted living provides help with daily tasks, while memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering.

Independent living supports private living with community services and no daily care, while respite care provides a short stay when a usual caregiver needs to travel or recover. The combination of care levels may be a good fit for a resident whose needs may grow over time, since the community can support changing care needs without requiring a move to another community.

Skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care on site around the clock, and hospice care supports residents receiving end of life care. The Rehabilitation & Nursing program includes rehabilitation services, giving residents access to recovery focused care through the community’s programs. The community has 176 beds. Amanda Knowles serves as administrator, and Lutheran Homes Of South Carolina operates the community.

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Overview of Deepwood Estates by Barclay House

Tucked away in the beautiful neighborhood of Lexington, SC, Deepwood Estates by Barclay House is an astonishing senior living community that offers independent living to active and independent seniors. Choose from an array of pet-friendly studio, one, or two bedroom apartments for a comfortable and secure living space. Embrace a fulfilling and maintenance-free lifestyle with a dedicated team that handles most of the hassles of daily living and makes residents’ every day life joyful and comfortable.

Designed with residents’ enrichment in mind, the community conducts a wide range of exciting events and activities, and offers plenty of amenities for enjoyment, leisure, and relaxation. Residents enjoy access to a library, activity room, game room, spacious community center, business center, salon, and beautiful walking paths for relaxing walks. Three home-style meals are offered daily to ensure residents eat on time and healthily without the hassles of cooking and cleaning.

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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. Rank badges compare each community against other independent living communities in the same state — never against a different care type.