Page 17 of Best Independent Living in New York State

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Overview of RiverWalk Senior Apartments

RiverWalk Senior Apartments offers assisted living, independent living, and memory care in the North Riverdale neighborhood of the Bronx, New York. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while the resident keeps a private room. Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care, while memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering.

All three care levels are available here. That means a resident whose needs grow over time may be able to remain at RiverWalk rather than move to another community. The community has 80 beds and offers private rooms, giving each resident a single personal space. Its Walk Score is 49 out of 100, placing it in a car dependent setting where most errands require a car or a ride.

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Overview of Red Mill Manor

Red Mill Manor is an independent living community in Baldwinsville, NY, with private living, community services, and no daily care. It is suited to residents who can manage their daily needs without ongoing assistance. With 32 beds, the community has a smaller scale where staff and residents can get to know each other.

Housing includes studios and one bedroom homes: a studio offers one living space, while a one bedroom layout provides a separate bedroom. A Walk Score of 73 places the area in the very walkable band, with most errands possible on foot, so a resident who no longer drives can still get out independently. Pets are allowed, and Red Mill Manor may be a good fit for someone seeking a smaller independent living community with a private studio or one bedroom home.

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Overview of The Hearth on James Nc

The Hearth on James Nc offers independent living and assisted living in Syracuse, NY. Independent living provides a private home with community services but no daily care. Assisted living adds help with dressing, bathing and medication while a resident keeps an apartment.

Both care levels are available in one community. If needs grow, a resident can move to assisted living without leaving the community or starting over socially.

In Syracuse’s Northside neighborhood, the area has a Walk Score of 78 and is very walkable, with most errands possible on foot. Shops, a pharmacy or cafes may be within a short walk, allowing someone who no longer drives to still get out independently.

The Hearth on James Nc may be a good fit for someone who wants to begin with independent living and has needs that may grow over time.

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Overview of Woodstock Manor

Spend your golden years with Woodstock Manor, an astounding community located in the quiet residential area of Palisade Avenue, Yonkers, NY, that offers senior housing. For those 62+ with limited income, the community features a variety of cozy and specially designed studio and one-bedroom apartments that aim to optimize comfort while maintaining affordability. The community also provides an enhanced security system and an emergency generator to ensure residents’ safety.

With its convenient location near shopping districts and public transportation, residents have easy access to their needs and preferences. Here, residents enjoy delightful and healthy meals that cater to dietary needs and tastes, ensuring the finest dining experience. The community is a good option for older adults with financial constraints, ensuring their welfare.

$1,430/Month Info Pricing updated on May 20th, 2026

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Overview of Solstice Senior Living at East Amherst

Welcoming seniors with its naturally-lit spaces, Solstice Senior Living at East Amherst is a blissful senior living community located in the beautiful setting of Transit Road, East Amherst, NY, that specializes in independent living. Experience unrivaled comfort and safety with the cozy and spacious accommodations in variations of studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom floor plans. The community collaborates with trusted local senior care providers to ensure seniors receive the highest quality of care and assistance for their ever-changing needs and aspirations.

Discover new interests and relive old hobbies through a wide array of exciting activities and enjoyable events. Have a delightful dining experience with healthy and tasty meals catering to dietary needs and preferences. Surrounded by tranquil spaces and a neighborhood rich in culture, Solstice Senior Living at East Amherst strives to provide a haven for seniors to live their best years gaining meaningful experiences.

Starting Price $2,675/Month Info Pricing updated on October 7th, 2026

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Overview of Flushing House

Flushing House is one of the premier homes for independent living that promotes the independence of its senior residents. Located in the heart of Queens, New York, Flushing House provides a safe, enjoyable, and affordable retirement experience for its residents. Their world-class amenities include a movie theater, exercise room, salon, computer lab, and a library among others.

They pride themselves in their hospitality services such as housekeeping, meals, and linen services which are all included in the monthly rental. They have stayed true to their 1974 mission of providing a safe, enjoyable, and affordable retirement experience for their residents. Notably, they are named as New York’s largest not-for-profit senior Independent Living retirement community.

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Overview of Council Tower II

Nestled in Brooklyn, New York, Council Tower II offers a low-income seniors seeking affordable and supportive independent living. Subsidized by the Department of Housing and Urban Development, this community ensures residents meeting their income limits have access to a comfortable and secure home (rates vary by person). Council Tower II provides well-maintained studio and one-bedroom apartments, catering to individual preferences. A spacious community room fosters a sense of connection, offering a place for residents to gather and socialize.

Laundry facilities with washers and dryers add convenience to everyday life. Its convenient location at 99 Vandalia Ave. provides easy access to local amenities and services, while the serene surroundings promote tranquility. The meticulously designed facilities prioritize resident well-being, with thoughtful details like spacious common areas ensuring comfort and safety. Council Tower II fosters a sense of belonging through community events, activities, and social gatherings. Living here means having access to a supportive network and resources that promote overall well-being and independence, allowing residents to lead fulfilling lives.

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Overview of The Greens

The Greens is a welcoming independent living community in Leroy, NY, that offers spacious one- and two-bedroom apartments. Featuring purposely designed floor plans with full kitchens and large windows, the community ensures older adults are comfortable. A restaurant-style dining, housekeeping, transportation, are also offered to enhance residents’ living experiences.

With social activities and exercise programs, residents are encouraged to live actively and interact with their peers. A pond and garden, a library, and a private dining room are also available, ensuring residents have places to lounge. With its convenient location near local amenities, the community ensures families can easily visit. This senior living community is one of the best choices for retirement in Le Roy, especially with its extensive amenities.

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Overview of Presbyterian Village at North Church

Presbyterian Village at North Church in Williamsville, NY, offers independent living, nursing home care, and skilled nursing. Independent living provides private living with community services, without daily care. Skilled nursing includes licensed nursing care on site around the clock.

The combination can suit a resident whose needs grow over time, allowing a move between care levels without leaving the community. Pets are allowed, so a resident may continue living with a pet in the community.

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Overview of Peconic Landing Home Health Services

Peconic Landing Home Health Services. is an outstanding home care provider in Greenport, NY, offering home health aides, memory care, personal care, companionship, and nursing care. Older adults can ease their worries with a kind and highly skilled team attending to their needs, ensuring their comfort and safety. Light housekeeping, laundry, home organization, and errands are cared for, ensuring older adults enjoy hassle-free living.

Encouraging older adults to live actively and maintain social connections, cheerful companions accompany them and spend quality time with them. Medication oversight and post-surgical support are also available for older adults’ healthcare needs. Focusing on those residing in Suffolk, this home care provider is ideal for those looking to live a blissful retirement in the safety of their homes.

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Independent Living in New York State at a glance

Avg Walk Score: 54/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in New York State. 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: 115The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in New York State. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90