Page 2 of Best Independent Living in Nashville, TN

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 13 independent living communities in Nashville, TN using TN Dept. of Health (TDH) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank independent living in TN
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Overview of The St. Paul Senior Living Community

The St. Paul Senior Living Community offers independent living in Nashville, TN. Residents have private living space and community services, without daily care. It suits people who can manage their personal needs independently.

With 14 beds, the community has a smaller setting where staff and residents can get to know each other. One-bedroom and two-bedroom homes are available, with the one-bedroom layout suited to one resident and the two-bedroom layout able to accommodate a couple or companion. Pets are allowed, while the area’s Walk Score of 41 means most errands require a car or a ride rather than a short walk.

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Overview of The Crestmoor at Green Hills

Situated in Nashville, Tennessee, The Crestmoor at Green Hills features three distinct levels of care: independent living, assisted living, and memory care. Independent living accommodates seniors who want private quarters alongside community amenities, whereas assisted living assists with daily routines like dressing, bathing, and managing medications. Memory care provides a secure, supervised environment to ensure safety for individuals prone to wandering.

Operated by Bridgewood-Crestmoor TRS under administrator William Allyn, the facility accommodates up to 76 residents. Everyday life is enhanced by chef-prepared meals, an active fitness program, landscaped courtyards, an on-site spa and salon, and a pet-friendly policy.

Individuals looking for comprehensive care options in the Nashville area can reach The Crestmoor at Green Hills to ask about availability or schedule a personal tour.

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Overview of Blakeford at Green Hills

Blakeford at Green Hills offers independent living, assisted living, memory care, and nursing home care with skilled nursing in Nashville, TN. Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care, while assisted living includes help with tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication.

Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision, and nursing home care with skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care on site around the clock. With several care levels on one campus, Blakeford at Green Hills may be a good fit for a resident whose needs grow over time and who may be able to move between care settings without leaving the community. The area has a walk score of 36 out of 100 and is car dependent, so most errands require a car or a ride. Pets are allowed, so a resident can bring a pet when moving in.

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Weighting overview

  • 35%
    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.

  • Includes
  • 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.

  • Includes
  • Video Tours
  • Virtual Walkthroughs
  • Photo Quantity
  • Photo Quality
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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
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Community Stability 10%

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

  • Includes
  • Occupancy Rate
  • Bed Options
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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.

  • Includes
  • Walk Score
  • Pricing Transparency
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Independent Living in Nashville at a glance

Avg Walk Score: 45/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Nashville, TN. 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: 75The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Nashville, TN. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90
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Frequently Asked Questions about Independent Living in Nashville, TN

What is the average cost of independent living in Nashville, TN?

The average monthly cost of independent living in Nashville, TN is approximately $1,905. Actual rates vary by community, level of care, and floorplan.

What is the price range for independent living in Nashville, TN?

Independent living in Nashville, TN typically ranges from $715 - $3,080 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 13 independent living communities in Nashville, TN. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right independent living community in Nashville, TN?

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 Nashville, TN, 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 Nashville, TN?

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.