Best Independent Living in Marietta, GA

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 12 independent living communities in Marietta, GA using GA Dept. of Community Health (DCH) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank independent living in GA
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Avg Walk Score: 38/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Marietta, GA. 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: 110The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Marietta, GA. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90

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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.

Care Types in This Table AL (Assisted Living): Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. RC (Respite Care): Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break. RESC (Residential Care): Personal care and daily-living support in a smaller, more intimate residential setting. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care.
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
Number of years the company has been in operation.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
A named contact for the facility. Hover the name to see their role — Administrator (state administrator of record or facility-provided administrator), Nursing Director, Medical Director, or Staff. The most authoritative available is shown.
Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
Total count of deficiencies (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
The average number of deficiencies this facility receives each time it's inspected, calculated as total deficiencies ÷ total inspections. A lower number suggests more consistent compliance with safety and care standards.
Parc at Piedmont East Cobb
IL
AL
RESC
Marietta
40
Facility 40
GA AVG 87
Rank #556 / 661
Yes
44
Facility 44
GA AVG 41
Rank #385 / 838
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
25
Facility 25
GA AVG 14
Rank #116 / 671
B-Bradley Bickford4
1
Facility 1
GA AVG 21
Rank #92 / 480
0.3
Facility 0.3
GA AVG 1.2
Rank #129 / 480
Winnwood Retirement Community
IL
AL
RC
Marietta
70
Facility 70
GA AVG 87
Rank #388 / 661
Yes
84
Facility 84
GA AVG 41
Rank #11 / 838
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
9
Facility 9
GA AVG 14
Rank #290 / 671
-Terry Norman12
0
Facility 0
GA AVG 21
Rank #1 / 480
0.0
Facility 0.0
GA AVG 1.2
Rank #1 / 480
Sterling Estates of West Cobb Retirement Community
IL
AL
MC
RC
Marietta
175
Facility 175
GA AVG 87
Rank #42 / 661
No
31
Facility 31
GA AVG 41
Rank #522 / 838
1 Bed / 2 Bed
4
Facility 4
GA AVG 14
Rank #531 / 671
-Deana Harris7
0
Facility 0
GA AVG 21
Rank #1 / 480
0.0
Facility 0.0
GA AVG 1.2
Rank #1 / 480
Sterling Estates of East Cobb Retirement Community
IL
AL
MC
RC
Marietta (Lower Roswell Road Southeast)
110
Facility 110
GA AVG 87
Rank #151 / 661
No
9
Facility 9
GA AVG 41
Rank #736 / 838
1 Bed / 2 Bed
11
Facility 11
GA AVG 14
Rank #216 / 671
-Marshall Gill21
62
Facility 62
GA AVG 21
Rank #452 / 480
3.0
Facility 3.0
GA AVG 1.2
Rank #441 / 480
Silver Comet Village
IL
AL
MC
RC
Powder Springs
90
Facility 90
GA AVG 87
Rank #271 / 661
Yes
21
Facility 21
GA AVG 41
Rank #620 / 838
-
5
Facility 5
GA AVG 14
Rank #498 / 671
-Melanie Hendrix4
1
Facility 1
GA AVG 21
Rank #92 / 480
0.3
Facility 0.3
GA AVG 1.2
Rank #129 / 480
Ashton Arbors Senior Residences
IL
Sw Marietta (Bankstone Drive Southwest)
-Yes
32
Facility 32
GA AVG 41
Rank #508 / 838
1 Bed / 2 Bed
20
Facility 20
GA AVG 14
Rank #149 / 671
A+----
Sterling Estates
IL
AL
MC
RC
Marietta
175
Facility 175
GA AVG 87
Rank #42 / 661
No--
9
Facility 9
GA AVG 14
Rank #290 / 671
-Ms. Deana Harris6
0
Facility 0
GA AVG 21
Rank #1 / 480
0.0
Facility 0.0
GA AVG 1.2
Rank #1 / 480
The Legacy At Walton Heights
IL
Marietta (Town Center)
-Yes
65
Facility 65
GA AVG 41
Rank #146 / 838
1 Bed / 2 Bed------
Peachstone Independent Senior Living
IL
Sw Marietta (The Highlands)
-No
31
Facility 31
GA AVG 41
Rank #522 / 838
1 Bed------
Canterifield of Kennesaw
IL
AL
MC
Kennesaw
-Yes
59
Facility 59
GA AVG 41
Rank #214 / 838
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Rank badges are statewide: each community is ranked against every GA community we track that reports that metric, not just the 12 analyzed for Marietta.

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Overview of Parc at Piedmont East Cobb

Live the best of your golden years at Parc at Piedmont East Cobb, a distinguished community in Marietta, GA, offering independent living and personal care. The community has purposely designed and spacious studio to two-bedroom floor plans, ensuring residents are comfortable and safe. Residents can feel at ease during their stay with round-the-clock concierge services and state-of-the-art security systems.

With a fun-filled calendar of recreational activities and enriching programs, residents will not run out of things to do for leisure and wellness. A full-service restaurant is also available, providing residents with delicious and healthy dining options that cater to their dietary needs and preferences. Equipped with a fitness center, a beauty salon, a media center, a library, gardens, and walking paths, the community is an ideal option for those looking to maintain independence in retirement.

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Overview of Winnwood Retirement Community

Winnwood Retirement Community sits in the Whitlock Avenue Historic District of Marietta, a walkable neighborhood where daily errands are easily manageable on foot. The 70-bed home is built as a four-story residence and offers an array of housing sizes, from studios and one-bedroom apartments to generous two-bedroom units, each built to accommodate different needs and preferences. The neighborhood is well-placed near Wellstar Kennestone Regional Medical Center and shopping, dining, and other community services.

Operating for nine years, the community offers three care types under one roof: assisted living for occupants needing daily support, independent living for those wanting community and amenities with little assistance, and respite care for short-term stays or transitional needs. This mix lets families explore options or adjust care levels without relocating. Pet-friendly policies welcome companions, which many occupants value. Daily support includes 24-hour staffing, concierge services, and transportation access, so residents can uphold routines while receiving help with daily tasks. Fitness and recreation programs promote active engagement, and on-site amenities span a full-service salon, a tasteful dining room for meals, a library, and common areas with fireplaces and pianos for relaxation and social time. The high Walk Score of 84 means visiting family members will find the surrounding Marietta neighborhood convenient to explore on foot, making regular visits easier for those without a car.

The community has a robust inspection history. Over the years, complaint investigations have found no rule violations or deficiencies, and no citations of infection control, resident care, or safety have been documented. This track record mirrors consistent attention to health and safety standards.

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Overview of Sterling Estates of West Cobb Retirement Community

Ideally situated in Cobb County, Marietta, GA, Sterling Estates of West Cobb Retirement Community is a trusted senior living community that offers independent living, assisted living, memory care, and respite care. Residents enjoy a safe, comfortable, and pleasurable life with the support of compassionate care services, including maintenance, assistance with daily living activities, and more. The community offers an array of comfortably designed accommodations built to provide residents a living space that caters to their lifestyle options and needs.

More than exceptional care services, the community warrants a relaxing and engaging environment that fosters meaningful interactions and new learning through a wide array of fun activities and amenities. Here, residents enjoy access to a wellness center, an indoor salted water pool, lavish outdoor areas, a library, salon and game room. Various exercise programs combined with delicious and nutritious meals are provided to encourage an active and healthy lifestyle.

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Overview of Sterling Estates of East Cobb Retirement Community

Spend your golden years at Sterling Estates of East Cobb Retirement Community, an exceptional community in Marietta, GA, offering independent living and assisted living. Residents can maintain their independence with specially designed and spacious one- and two-bedroom floor plans, dedicated to their comfort and convenience. Those needing assistance also receive top-notch care from a kind and compassionate team.

Recreation spaces and various local amenities are available nearby, providing residents with leisure and wellness opportunities. With delightful dining options, residents have the finest dining experience that satisfies their dietary needs and preferences. Residents can keep their peace of mind amidst the community’s vibrant and friendly environment.

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Silver Comet Village

4900 Richard D Sailors Pkwy, Powder Springs, GA 30127
Overview of Silver Comet Village

Operating for five years, Silver Comet Village is a residential assisted living community serving a quiet, car-dependent area outside the Atlanta metro in Powder Springs, Georgia. It sits on Richard D Sailors Parkway and operates with 90 beds. As an assisted living provider, it’s structured to bolster older adults needing help with daily activities: bathing, dressing, medication management, and meals, while encouraging as much independence as possible for residents.

Such a home type typically operates in a smaller, more intimate setting than large senior campuses, often providing personalized attention and a residential ambiance that many families find appealing over larger communities. With a car-dependent Walk Score of 21, occupants and visiting families will find that most errands demand a vehicle, making the neighborhood better suited to those with local transportation.

State inspections have been routine, with the latest re-licensure survey clearing any outstanding issues.

For families assessing Silver Comet Village, an in-person tour will be valuable to learn more about the specific services, amenities, activities, and room options offered, plus the daily rhythms and staffing approach. Such details are best confirmed directly with the home.

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Overview of Ashton Arbors Senior Residences

Experience a vibrant lifestyle at Ashton Arbors Senior Residences, an idyllic retreat in Marietta, GA, offering independent living. With purposely designed and spacious one- and two-bedroom floor plans, those 55+ can live comfortably during their stay. On-site maintenance, management, and laundry spaces are also available, ensuring residents have a hassle-free living.

Residents have easy access to plenty of recreational spaces and local amenities, providing leisure and wellness opportunities. A breakfast bar, alongside convenient kitchen features, is available, allowing residents to enjoy delightful meals according to their dietary needs and preferences. Pets are also welcome to accompany residents to ease their loneliness. The community is a great option for those looking to live actively in retirement, especially with its warm and welcoming environment.

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Overview of Sterling Estates

Sterling Estates is a 175-bed assisted living community in Marietta, Georgia, offering personalized care and memory care services. Operating for nine years, the facility serves the East Cobb area with assistance for activities of daily living, wellness programs, and dining services.

The most recent inspection on November 15, 2021, was a complaint investigation that found no rule violations. Earlier inspections and complaint investigations identified no deficiencies or citations. Over the last four years, the facility recorded zero deficiencies. Complaint investigations were unsubstantiated. No issues were noted during COVID-19 monitoring for infection control and capacity management.
Sterling Estates ranks 38th by bed count among Georgia’s 669 assisted living communities, indicating a larger operation with diverse programs and amenities.

Prospective residents considering established providers will find a nine-year operational history with consistent compliance standards. On-site activities and lifestyle features support resident engagement and wellness. The facility welcomes family tours to explore available care options.

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Overview of The Legacy at Walton Heights

Surrounded by convenient local amenities in Marietta, GA, The Legacy at Walton Heights is a welcoming community that offers independent living. The community has income restrictions, ensuring those 55+ find the accommodation that best matches their preferences and budgets. With dedicated services, residents enjoy a maintenance-free living.

Cultural enrichment and counseling services are available, providing residents and their families with plenty of recreational and wellness opportunities. With its ideal location near delightful restaurants and shops, residents have a variety of dining options for their dietary needs and preferences. The community is equipped with a library, a crafts room, a game room, and a fitness center.

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Overview of Peachstone Independent Senior Living

Conveniently located in the thriving neighborhood of Marietta, GA, Peachstone Independent Senior Living is a blissful community that offers independent living. With a variety of cozy and purposely built one-bedroom floor plans, residents can downsize without hassles. The community also provides on-site maintenance and laundry spaces for residents’ convenience.

Residents have quick access to necessities and leisure opportunities with local amenities and leisure spaces nearby. With a fully furnished kitchen, residents can prepare meals according to their dietary needs and preferences. Utilities are all pain, easing financial burdens. The community is ideal for those looking to downsize in retirement, especially with its state-of-the-art amenities and friendly setting.

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Overview of Canterifield of Kennesaw

Canterield of Kennesaw provides an affordable luxury in independent living, assisted living, and memory care. The resident-centered focus community houses a team of dedicated staff who have been an embodiment of dedication and professionalism to providing healthy and well-balanced holistic wellness for residents.
Canterfield of Kennesaw is the home that encourages its residents to feel a sense of freedom to do things as they please.

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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 Marietta, GA

What is the average cost of independent living in Marietta, GA?

The average monthly cost of independent living in Marietta, GA is approximately $1,683. Actual rates vary by community, level of care, and floorplan.

What is the price range for independent living in Marietta, GA?

Independent living in Marietta, GA typically ranges from $467 - $4,372 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 12 independent living communities in Marietta, GA. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right independent living community in Marietta, GA?

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 Marietta, GA, 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 Marietta, GA?

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.