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Best Independent Living in Miami-Dade County, FL

Reviewed by Dr. Jordan Weiss
Updated Jan 2026
We analyzed 5 homes in

Sources: CMS Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, and New York State Department of Health, Office of Aging and Long Term Care.

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Father Marquess-Barry Apartments
IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

Miami (Overtown)
60
Facility 60
FL AVG 127
Rank #699 / 1065
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86
Facility 86
FL AVG 42
Rank #58 / 1486
1 Bed / 2 Bed
The Solaire at Las Palmas Village
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

Hialeah
180
Facility 180
FL AVG 127
Rank #59 / 1065
Yes
88
Facility 88
FL AVG 42
Rank #43 / 1486
1 Bed / 2 Bed
Medley Lakeside Retirement Park
IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

Medley
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Facility -
FL AVG 127
Yes
20
Facility 20
FL AVG 42
Rank #1084 / 1486
2 Bed / 3 Bed
Puerta Del Sol
IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

Hialeah
98
Facility 98
FL AVG 127
Rank #487 / 1065
No
72
Facility 72
FL AVG 42
Rank #185 / 1486
1 Bed / 2 Bed
Hunter River Walk Apartments
IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

Miami (Little Havana)
100
Facility 100
FL AVG 127
Rank #448 / 1065
No
80
Facility 80
FL AVG 42
Rank #106 / 1486
1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed / 4 Bed
Overview of Father Marquess-barry Apartments

Ideally situated near Jackson Memorial Hospital and the University of Miami Health System, Father Marquess-barry Apartments is a distinguished community in Miami, FL, that offers independent living. Featuring 60 purposely designed and sophisticated one- and two-bedroom floor plans, those 62+ have plenty of options to downsize in retirement. Among these 60 units, six are dedicated to those earning at or 28% of area median income (AMI), 48 to those earning below 60% AMI, and another six to those earning 80% AMI, to ease residents’ financial challenges.

Residents have easy access to their needs and wants with a variety of delightful local amenities and restaurants. With onsite literacy training, assistance with errands, and fun recreational activities, residents are encouraged to live actively and gain meaningful experiences. The community is equipped with a fitness center, a library, a media center, a package-delivery locker system, and an indoor mailroom.

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Minimum Age: 62 Years Old

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Room Sizes: 684 - 969 sq. ft

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Housing Options: 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Building Type: 3-story

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Overview of The Solaire at Las Palmas Village

Enjoy a vibrant lifestyle with The Solaire at Las Palmas Village, an astounding 55+ community in Hialeah, FL, that offers independent living. With beautifully designed and spacious one- and two-bedroom floor plans, residents’ comfort and safety are guaranteed. Residents here have the freedom to spend retirement as they please in the community’s cozy and welcoming environment.

With its desirable location near delightful restaurants, scenic beaches, and serene parks, residents will not run out of things to do and explore. The community also offers scheduled transportation and salon services for residents’ convenience. Amenities include a fitness center, a library, and scenic courtyards, creating the perfect setting for an active retirement.

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Minimum Age: 55 Years Old

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Room Sizes: 504 / 672 sq. ft

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Housing Options: 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Building Type: 3-story

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Overview of Medley Lakeside Retirement Park

Maintain independence in your golden years with Medley Lakeside Retirement Park, a blissful 55+ community in Medley, FL, offering independent living. Residents here experience the utmost comfort and safety with the community’s beautifully furnished and spacious accommodations. The community also promotes a warm and welcoming environment, ensuring residents can downsize in retirement without worries.

Residents spend their days as they please, accompanied by the community’s cozy and state-of-the-art recreational spaces. Engaging events are also conducted to promote social interactions. With delightful restaurants and plenty of recreation sites nearby, residents will surely enjoy their stay in the community. Live a blissful retirement in the community’s vibrant setting.

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Minimum Age: 55 Years Old

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Housing Options: 2 Bed / 3 Bed

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Building Type: Single-story

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Overview of Hunter River Walk Apartments

Live a blissful retirement with Hunter River Walk Apartments, a purposely built community in Miami, FL, that offers independent living. Here, residents optimize comfort and independence with the community’s beautifully furnished and spacious one-bedroom accommodations. With a friendly and inviting setting, residents will surely thrive in their golden years.

Residents enjoy a variety of entertainment options and wellness sites with the community’s convenient location near downtown. The community also features state-of-the-art security systems for residents’ comfort and safety. Spend your golden years without worries amidst the community’s specially designed amenities and welcoming spaces.

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Room Sizes: 656 / 871 - 873 / 1,140 - 2,453 sq.ft

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Housing Options: 1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed / 4 Bed

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Building Type: High-rise

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Overview of Puerta Del Sol

Surrounded by delightful local amenities in Hialeah, FL, Puerta Del Sol is a welcoming community that offers independent living. Featuring specially designed and spacious one- and two-bedroom floor plans, residents have plenty of options for the best accommodation that fits their preferences, ensuring their comfort and safety. The community provides affordable housing costs for those 62+ with fixed income to help ease their financial burdens.

An onsite service coordinator is also available to help residents with additional services like transportation and many more. With its convenient location near a variety of restaurants and recreation sites, residents are guaranteed easy access to their needs and wants. Amenities include a community room, a computer room, a laundry room, and beautifully manicured gardens, making it an ideal setting for a blissful retirement.

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Minimum Age: 62 Years Old

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Housing Options: 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Building Type: Mid-rise

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Weighting overview

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    Resident Experience
  • 25%
    Regulatory
  • 15%
    Visual Media
  • 10%
    Website
  • 10%
    Stability
  • 5%
    Environment
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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.

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  • Review Sentiment
  • Review Volume
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Regulatory & Safety Record 25%

State inspection records, citations, and complaint visits. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.

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  • State Inspections
  • Citations/Inspection
  • % Inspections w/ Citations
  • Complaint Visits
  • Accreditations
  • BBB Rating
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Visual Media & Transparency 15%

Communities that publish high-quality visuals give families a real preview. No photos or tours = a negative transparency signal.

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  • Virtual Walkthroughs
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Website & Operator Transparency 10%

Site quality and whether the operator publishes basic accountability information — staff names, contact details, ownership.

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Community Stability 10%

Operational signals indicating whether a community is well-run and meeting demand.

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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.

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  • Pricing Transparency
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Frequently Asked Questions about Independent Living in Miami-Dade 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 5 independent living communities in Miami-Dade 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 Miami-Dade 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 Miami-Dade 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 Miami-Dade 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.