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Overview of Nevins Manor

Live the retirement of your dreams at Nevins Manor, an inviting haven in Lawrence, MA, offering independent living. Dedicated to the comfort of those 62+, the community provides beautifully furnished and cozy studio and one-bedroom accommodations. Residents have a hassle-free lifestyle with on-site maintenance and plenty of convenient apartment features.

Fun gathering spaces and easy access to local amenities nearby allow residents to spend their days as they please. With a fully equipped kitchen, residents can prepare meals based on their dietary needs and preferences. Residents are also welcome to bring one pet to accompany them and help ease their loneliness. The community is a great option for those looking to live independently in retirement, especially with its warm and friendly setting.

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Overview of Fabens Building

Conveniently located in the thriving setting of Lynn, MA, Fabens Building is a blissful haven that offers independent living. Featuring 37 beautifully furnished and cozy one- and two-bedroom floor plans, the community ensures older adults find the accommodation that best matches their preferences. 24-hour emergency maintenance and management are also taken care of, ensuring residents have a hassle-free lifestyle.

A jam-packed calendar of engaging activities and exciting events is conducted, encouraging residents to live actively and make new friends. Restaurants, shopping, and recreational spaces are also available nearby, providing residents with easy access to their needs and leisure. The community’s vibrant and inviting environment allows residents to enjoy a laid-back and worry-free retirement.

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Overview of Museum Park Apartments

Ideally set in the harmonious neighborhood of Springfield, MA, Museum Park Apartments is a distinct community that offers independent living. The community is committed to improving the quality of life of those 55+, providing thoughtfully furnished and spacious one- and two-bedroom floor plans. 24-hour emergency maintenance and safety features are available for residents’ safety.

With nearby parks, shopping, and recreational spaces, residents can spend their days as they please. A fully equipped kitchen is also provided, allowing residents to prepare meals based on their dietary needs and preferences. Residents are also allowed to bring their pet cat to accompany them and ease their loneliness. The community’s warm and welcoming environment creates the ideal setting for residents to make the most of their golden years.

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Overview of The Charlestown

The Charlestown offers independent living in Boston, MA’s Charlestown neighborhood, with studios and one- and two-bedroom apartments. No one is stopping by to assist you with getting dressed or taking a bath, as daily personal care is not included. The minimum age is 62. It is appropriate for an older individual seeking their own apartment who meets that age criterion.

The Walk Score is 92 here, indicating a walker’s paradise, and many daily errands can be accomplished without needing a car. Even if you’ve stopped driving, you can still travel on your own.

Pets can reside with you. Residents use the patio and garden for outdoor time. Monthly prices begin at $1,700.

Starting Price $1,700/Month Info Pricing updated on October 7th, 2026

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Overview of Daniel F. Burns Apartments

Enjoy a blissful retirement at Daniel F. Burns Apartments, a distinct community in Cambridge, MA, offering independent living. The community has a variety of purposely built and spacious one-bedroom floor plans, dedicated to residents’ comfort. Residents also enjoy a hassle-free living with maintenance services and laundry spaces on-site.

With a clubhouse and fun gathering spaces, residents can interact with their surroundings and make new friends. Residents also enjoy plenty of dining options, provided by delightful restaurants and shops nearby. The community strives to help residents thrive in their golden years, especially with its warm and welcoming environment.

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Anne M. Lynch

20 Rev. Burke St, South Boston, MA 02127
Overview of Anne M. Lynch

Anne M. Lynch functions from South Boston, MA, specializing in independent living as its sole care type. Residents maintain their own households and use community services, without daily personal care. The arrangement suits an individual determined to follow their own schedule at home.

Apartments vary from one bedroom to three or more, accommodating both individuals and bigger households. Faith and spiritual life are also included among its amenities.

A Walk Score of 91 indicates a walker’s paradise, making daily errands manageable without a vehicle. Even a resident who has given up driving can keep getting out.

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Overview of Irving Square Apartments

Irving Square Apartments provides independent living in Framingham, Massachusetts, with apartment living for residents who do not need daily personal care. It may suit someone seeking a self-directed home in an apartment setting, and the community is designed primarily for residents aged 62 and older, as well as people with disabilities under age 62.

The 46 units include one-bedroom and two-bedroom apartments, with the larger layout able to suit two people moving together. A Walk Score of 90 places the community in the walker’s paradise band, so daily errands do not require a car and a resident who no longer drives can still get out independently. Residents can spend time in the private enclosed landscaped courtyard or community lounge, and the pet-friendly policy allows them to keep a pet. Peabody Properties is the owner.

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Overview of St. Mary Apartments

Experience the best of your retirement at St. Mary Apartments, an idyllic haven in Waltham, MA, offering independent living. Committed to the comfort of those 62+, the community features specially designed and sophisticated one-bedroom floor plans. Laundry spaces are available, alongside income-based rents, so residents can feel at ease during their stay.

Residents have easy access to their necessities and leisure opportunities, with plenty of local amenities and recreation sites nearby. Delightful restaurants in the area also provide residents with plenty of dining options that cater to their dietary needs and preferences. With its warm and welcoming environment, residents can ease their worries and make the most of their golden years.

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Overview of The Pryde by Lgbtq Senior Housing

Redefining senior living, The Pryde is the first LGBTQ-affirming senior living community in Hyde Park, MA, offering inclusive independent living. The community features spacious, thoughtfully designed apartments, on-site fitness amenities and wellness programs inspired by the Fitwel Standard. Here, residents also enjoy access to Pryde’s public community center that offers various activities, resources, and events aimed at fostering connections and promoting well-being among the greater community.

At The Pryde, they aim to provide fabulous programming and services that will engage and support residents in celebrating their authentic, multifaceted lives. The community features a large auditorium which serves as a gathering space for music, theater and resident functions, as well as a fully-equipped fitness center, and a sunroom. Residents also have access to an outdoor fitness area, with a walking track, raised garden beds, benches and a pergola. Here, residents are guaranteed a safe living environment where they can be their authentic selves.

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Overview of Lawrence Housing Authority

Lawrence Housing Authority offers independent living housing in Lawrence, Massachusetts, for residents who can manage daily care without on-site help with personal tasks. Opened in 1937, the community has one-bedroom, two-bedroom, three-bedroom, and four-bedroom units, so households can choose a layout that matches their space needs.

The housing is designed for low-income families through the Housing Choice Voucher Program and federal public housing, giving eligible households designated pathways to affordable housing. It may suit a low-income household seeking independent housing with several unit sizes. The area has a Walk Score of 89, making it very walkable, with most errands possible on foot; shops, a pharmacy, or cafes may be reachable without driving, which can help a resident who no longer drives get out independently. An on-site spa and religious services are available for residents who wish to use them.

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Independent Living in Massachusetts at a glance

Avg Walk Score: 57/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Massachusetts. 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: 91The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Massachusetts. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90