Page 11 of Best Independent Living in North Carolina

Southern Pines Gracious Retirement Living creates a lifestyle for independent living services that aim to make aging graceful; they provide personalized care plans tailored to your unique needs. The team of compassionate and professional staff excels in extending its service with warmth and comfort where seniors can feel amplified in finding new possibilities in the community.

The Gracious Retirement Living lifestyle centers its services on the thought of comfort and convenience, ensuring the needs of all its residents are holistically met; seniors can experience delicious dining in a restaurant-style dining room, scheduled activities for engagement and socialization, transportation to check-ups and other errands, and a resident travel programs for an easy and hassle-free vacation. 

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Starting Price $3,095/Month Pricing updated on October 8th, 2026

Overview of Holiday Durham Regent

Holiday Durham Regent is an independent living community located on Pickett Road in Durham, North Carolina. Residents can choose from housing layouts, including studio and one-bedroom and two-bedroom apartments. There are also cottage-style options.

The property is in a mid-rise building within a moderately walkable neighborhood. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most daily activities and errands require transportation. Durham’s location provides access to the area’s medical centers, cultural venues, and nearby parks.

Families exploring independent living options in the Durham area should visit to get a sense of the community, meet the staff, and see the different housing options available.

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Starting Price $2,500/Month Pricing updated on October 8th, 2026

Overview of Brookdale Hendersonville East

Brookdale Hendersonville East is an independent living community in Hendersonville, NC. Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care, which can suit a resident who manages daily needs independently. Studio, one bedroom and two bedroom homes are available. A studio suits someone seeking a single living space, while a two bedroom can suit a couple moving together.

Starting prices are $3,540 per month for independent living, giving families a baseline for budgeting this care level. Respite care is also available for a short stay, which can suit a family caregiver who needs time to travel or recover. Pets are allowed, so a resident can bring a pet when moving into the community.

Residents can use the fitness center, salon and restaurant style dining room. Activities include Bible studies, exercise classes, educational programs, movie nights, trivia games and trips. Transportation is available, and wheelchair accessible features support residents who use wheelchairs. Brookdale Senior Living operates the community.

A Walk Score of 31 places the area in a car dependent setting, so most errands require a car or a ride.

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Starting Price $3,540/Month Pricing updated on October 7th, 2026

Overview of The Carolina Highlands at Village Green

The Carolina Highlands at Village Green offers a welcoming independent living home for seniors in Fayetteville. The luxury retirement community boasts a secure and comfortable environment where many residents are treated like family, cultivating a sense of belonging. The staff creates a nurturing atmosphere while maintaining a sense of individuality and independence while receiving unwavering support with daily living. 

As a Village Green community, The Carolina Hihglands’ residential lifestyle is easy and worry-free, encouraging seniors to thrive and maintain their freedom. Residents can live a fulfilling everyday life through the community’s extensive services. Its all-inclusive features include ALDs, medication management, transfer assistance, housekeeping, and laundry services tailored to their unique needs.

Solista Wilmington by Cogir is an independent living community in Wilmington, NC, for adults 55 and older. Independent living here means private housing with community services rather than daily care, while respite care gives residents who need a short stay another option. The community may be a good fit for an older adult who wants private living with shared services and the option of short term support.

Housing includes studios, one bedroom apartments, two bedroom apartments and cottages. A studio provides one private living space, while the larger layouts work better for residents who want separate sleeping or living areas. The starting price is $4,400 per month, giving families a baseline for monthly independent living costs, and pets are allowed so residents can bring a pet when they move in.

Residents have access to a fitness center, walking paths, activity center, game room, movie theater, billiard room, library, patio and garden areas, plus a full service salon and barbershop. Restaurant style dining includes chef prepared meals, seasonal menus, in room dining and a private dining room for family events. Transportation and 24 hour staffing are available, while rehabilitation services and wellness programming provide additional support options on site.

A Walk Score of 35 places the area in a car dependent setting, so most errands require a car or a ride; community transportation can help residents who need a ride. Solista Wilmington by Cogir is owned by Cogir Senior Living.

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Starting Price $4,400/Month Pricing updated on October 7th, 2026

Overview of Holiday Willow Grove

At Holiday Willow Grove, a independent living community nestled in Matthews, This charming craftsman-style community offers a peaceful surroundings, a supportive atmosphere, and exceptional services. Relax with a good book in the quiet library, or engage in lively conversation with fellow residents. The community fosters a sense of connection, allowing you to build lasting friendships and rediscover the joy of social interaction. Holiday Willow Grove is also pet-friendly, so you can bring your furry companion along for the adventure.

A dedicated team is available on-site to ease daily living with services including regular housekeeping, light linen service, maintenance, and scheduled transportation. This allows you to focus on the things you enjoy most, whether it’s tending to plants in the courtyard’s raised planters, exploring your creative side in an art class. Delicious and nutritious meals are served three times daily in the community dining room, with multiple menu options to cater to dietary needs and preferences. Choose from educational lectures, spiritual services, recreational activities, or social events. Day trips to local attractions, like the Carolinas Medical Center, SouthPark Mall, the Old Town Matthews City Center, or nearby golf courses and scenic parks, offer exciting opportunities for exploration.

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Starting Price $2,265/Month Pricing updated on October 8th, 2026

Ambriant is an independent living community in Matthews, NC, in the Weddington neighborhood. It is a rental retirement community for adults age 55 and older. Independent living here means private housing with community services and no daily care, so it may suit someone who wants to remain independent while using amenities on site.

Residents can choose a studio, one-bedroom residence, or two-bedroom residence. A studio offers one private living space, while a two-bedroom layout may work for a couple moving together or for someone who wants a companion. The fitness center and yoga studio provide places to exercise, and the salon offers personal grooming services within the community. Outdoor features give residents places to spend time outside. Ambriant has a Walk Score of 31, placing it in a car-dependent setting where most errands require a car or a ride. Someone who no longer drives would need transportation for routine trips.

Bask in the sunlight in Atria Cary, a blissful senior living community located in the peaceful neighborhood of Regency Parkway, Cary, NC providing independent living. Together with trusted partners, the community offers physical, occupational, and speech therapies. Cozy and elegant floor plans including one-bedroom and two-bedroom apartments fully equipped with kitchens and other basic necessities are available for seniors’ choices and desires. The community ensures a relaxing and safe stay with a team of kind and compassionate professionals delivering top-tier care and assistance around the clock.

Atria Cary promotes an active and connected environment, providing all-around amenities and services. With its signature Engage Life program, residents experience a wide range of learning opportunities and programs to enhance their quality of life. Enjoy wonderful conversations with friends over healthy and delicious chef-prepared meals three times daily in different dining venues. The pet-friendly community provides an indoor swimming pool, a library, a movie theater, a fitness center, a physical therapy center, a salon, a game room, a putting green, and serene walking paths for seniors’ leisure and wellness.

Brier Pointe Retirement Community is an independent living community in Morrisville, NC. Independent living provides private living without daily care, making the community a potential fit for someone who wants a residence with studio, one-bedroom, or two-bedroom options.

The housing options include studios for one person, while two-bedroom layouts can suit a couple or someone who wants a companion. The community is a three-story building, and pets are allowed, so a resident may be able to keep a pet while living there.

A Walk Score of 30 places the area in a car-dependent setting, meaning most errands require a car or a ride rather than a short walk. Brier Pointe Retirement Community may suit someone seeking independent living who does not need daily care and has access to transportation for errands.

Jordan Oaks, located in Cary, NC is a retirement community by Gracious Retirement Living offering independent living services and amenities to its residents. The offer studio and one-to-two bedroom units featuring private bathrooms, a space for living area, kitchenette, and patios. This senior living community envisions their residents’ retirement years to be fun and fulfilling, offering them conveniences to ensure that they have more time and energy to do what they love.

The services and amenities they offer that provide conveniences, include transportation services for outside appointments as well as scheduled trips, culinary services where meals are served  restaurant-style in their dining room, and the scheduled activities and programs that aim to enhance the residents overall well being. Additionally, they also offer a resident travel program, where a resident may be able to stay for a week in any Gracious Retirement Living communities where meals are also provided.

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Starting Price $3,695/Month Pricing updated on October 8th, 2026