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| The Arboretum at Woodland Terrace | IL AL MC | Cary (Woodland Terrace) | 84
Facility
84
NC AVG
72
Rank
#138 / 390 | Yes |
55
Facility
55
NC AVG
33
Rank
#110 / 572 |
39.3%
Facility
39.3%
NC AVG
69.9%
Rank
#211 / 246 | - | 95.75/200
Facility
95.75/200
NC AVG
92.2
Rank
#210 / 322 | 19 | 84.2%
Facility
84.2%
NC AVG
76.2%
Rank
#239 / 335 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | |
| Woodland Terrace | IL AL MC | Cary (Woodland Terrace) | 84
Facility
84
NC AVG
72
Rank
#138 / 390 | No |
55
Facility
55
NC AVG
33
Rank
#110 / 572 | - | - | 95.75/200
Facility
95.75/200
NC AVG
92.2
Rank
#210 / 322 | 19 | 84.2%
Facility
84.2%
NC AVG
76.2%
Rank
#239 / 335 | - | |
| Harmony at Greensboro | IL AL | Greensboro (British Woods) | 92
Facility
92
NC AVG
72
Rank
#116 / 390 | No |
37
Facility
37
NC AVG
33
Rank
#244 / 572 |
43.5%
Facility
43.5%
NC AVG
69.9%
Rank
#201 / 246 | A+ | 101.50/200
Facility
101.50/200
NC AVG
92.2
Rank
#103 / 322 | 17 | 100%
Facility
100%
NC AVG
76.2%
Rank
#326 / 335 | - | |
| Parkwood Village and The Landing | IL NH AL MC RC | Wilson (Westwood) | 70
Facility
70
NC AVG
72
Rank
#186 / 390 | Yes |
42
Facility
42
NC AVG
33
Rank
#210 / 572 |
51.5%
Facility
51.5%
NC AVG
69.9%
Rank
#194 / 246 | - | 101.50/200
Facility
101.50/200
NC AVG
92.2
Rank
#103 / 322 | 27 | 85.2%
Facility
85.2%
NC AVG
76.2%
Rank
#255 / 335 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed | |
| Brookdale Carriage Club Providence | IL AL MC NH | Charlotte (Olde Providence North) | 77
Facility
77
NC AVG
72
Rank
#168 / 390 | Yes |
12
Facility
12
NC AVG
33
Rank
#440 / 572 |
71.5%
Facility
71.5%
NC AVG
69.9%
Rank
#135 / 246 | A+ | 98.75/200
Facility
98.75/200
NC AVG
92.2
Rank
#167 / 322 | 15 | 80%
Facility
80%
NC AVG
76.2%
Rank
#169 / 335 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | |
| Walnut Ridge | IL AL MC NH | Walnut Cove (Windmill Street) | 63
Facility
63
NC AVG
72
Rank
#224 / 390 | No |
50
Facility
50
NC AVG
33
Rank
#149 / 572 |
100.0%
Facility
100.0%
NC AVG
69.9%
Rank
#1 / 246 | A+ | 103.50/200
Facility
103.50/200
NC AVG
92.2
Rank
#31 / 322 | 19 | 47.4%
Facility
47.4%
NC AVG
76.2%
Rank
#31 / 335 | Studio / Suite | |
| Truewood by Merrill, New Bern | IL AL MC | New Bern | 55
Facility
55
NC AVG
72
Rank
#286 / 390 | Yes |
31
Facility
31
NC AVG
33
Rank
#294 / 572 |
100.0%
Facility
100.0%
NC AVG
69.9%
Rank
#1 / 246 | A+ | 99.50/200
Facility
99.50/200
NC AVG
92.2
Rank
#145 / 322 | 20 | 85%
Facility
85%
NC AVG
76.2%
Rank
#250 / 335 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | |
| Parkview Retirement Center, Inc. | IL AL | Sanford (Brookwood) | 116
Facility
116
NC AVG
72
Rank
#53 / 390 | No |
18
Facility
18
NC AVG
33
Rank
#394 / 572 |
58.6%
Facility
58.6%
NC AVG
69.9%
Rank
#178 / 246 | A+ | 95.50/200
Facility
95.50/200
NC AVG
92.2
Rank
#212 / 322 | 16 | 62.5%
Facility
62.5%
NC AVG
76.2%
Rank
#54 / 335 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed / Private / Semi-Private Rooms | |
| Carmel Hills | IL AL HC | Charlotte (Montibello) | 38
Facility
38
NC AVG
72
Rank
#319 / 390 | No |
6
Facility
6
NC AVG
33
Rank
#484 / 572 | - | - | 104.50/200
Facility
104.50/200
NC AVG
92.2
Rank
#20 / 322 | 20 | 80%
Facility
80%
NC AVG
76.2%
Rank
#169 / 335 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed | |
| Brookdale Charlotte East | IL AL | Charlotte (Eastland - Wilora Lake) | 50
Facility
50
NC AVG
72
Rank
#295 / 390 | Yes |
24
Facility
24
NC AVG
33
Rank
#349 / 572 | - | A+ | 104.50/200
Facility
104.50/200
NC AVG
92.2
Rank
#20 / 322 | 19 | 73.7%
Facility
73.7%
NC AVG
76.2%
Rank
#115 / 335 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | |
| The Cypress of Charlotte | IL AL HC MC NH | Charlotte (Beverly Woods) | 65
Facility
65
NC AVG
72
Rank
#210 / 390 | No |
15
Facility
15
NC AVG
33
Rank
#414 / 572 |
78.2%
Facility
78.2%
NC AVG
69.9%
Rank
#112 / 246 | - | - | - | 4 | 0%
Facility
0%
NC AVG
76.2%
Rank
#1 / 335 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
| Givens Highland Farms | IL HC NC NH RC | Black Mountain | 60
Facility
60
NC AVG
72
Rank
#233 / 390 | No |
12
Facility
12
NC AVG
33
Rank
#440 / 572 |
82.2%
Facility
82.2%
NC AVG
69.9%
Rank
#84 / 246 | - | - | - | - | - | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed |
| Wesley Pines | IL AL MC NH | Lumberton | 62
Facility
62
NC AVG
72
Rank
#225 / 390 | No |
9
Facility
9
NC AVG
33
Rank
#462 / 572 |
86.1%
Facility
86.1%
NC AVG
69.9%
Rank
#66 / 246 | A+ | - | - | - | - | 1 Bed / Cottage / Villa |
| Carol Woods | IL AL NC NH | Chapel Hill (Carol Woods) | 30
Facility
30
NC AVG
72
Rank
#329 / 390 | No |
13
Facility
13
NC AVG
33
Rank
#432 / 572 |
76.7%
Facility
76.7%
NC AVG
69.9%
Rank
#116 / 246 | - | - | - | 3 | 0%
Facility
0%
NC AVG
76.2%
Rank
#1 / 335 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
| Brookdale Robinwood | IL AL HC MC NH | Gastonia | 89
Facility
89
NC AVG
72
Rank
#125 / 390 | Yes |
4
Facility
4
NC AVG
33
Rank
#506 / 572 | - | A+ | 91.50/200
Facility
91.50/200
NC AVG
92.2
Rank
#253 / 322 | 17 | 76.5%
Facility
76.5%
NC AVG
76.2%
Rank
#137 / 335 | Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms |
The Residences at the Davis Community is a senior living community in Wilmington NC, providing independent living services. This senior living community offers eleven apartment-style and two cottage-style units featuring either one-to-two bedrooms, and also equipped with a living area, a modern kitchen, dining area, walk-in dressing room connected to the private bathrooms.
The residences at The Davis Community promises an easy independent living experience that is worry free, providing home repair services and housekeeping, to ensure that residents have more time and energy to do the things they enjoy. This senior living community also provides a 24hr security and emergency response system for an added peace of mind. Furthermore, property taxes and utilities are already included in the monthly rent.
Cambridge Village of Wilmington, located in Wilmington, NC, is a senior living community offering independent living services. The community provides a range of accommodation options, including studio and one-to-two bedroom units featuring fully equipped kitchens with granite countertops, balconies, and patios where residents can enjoy the convenience of individual thermostats, in-unit washer and dryer, and inclusive utilities (water, trash, electric, phone). The living experience is enhanced with walk-in closets, 24-hour emergency response, and around-the-clock reception and security, ensuring each residents’ safety and well-being.
Residents at Cambridge Village of Wilmington can enjoy a variety of amenities offered, digital cable TV connection, phone, and wireless internet. The community also provides an on-site concierge, weekly housekeeping, apartment maintenance, and an emergency response system in each apartment. Additionally, residents receive a Cambridge Credit Allowance which they can use in the restaurant, Salon & Spa, or the Cambridge Fitness Center. The community fosters a vibrant atmosphere with daily community activities, offering residents opportunities for social engagement. Furthermore, professional wellness trainers and specialists, social enrichment and lifestyle programs, as well as physical therapy services and group exercise classes contribute to a holistic and fulfilling living experience.
The River District is an expansive community that embodies elegance and luxury, it is where nature and city are balanced. As an active community, a healthy balance of holistic wellness is satisfied. The independent living experience is nothing less than joy and fun-filled activities that encourage residents to relax and rejuvenate. The adventure continues at River District, where seniors feel confident about doing anything fun.
The upscale amenities and energetic ambiance add to the environment’s charm. The interior features are well-thought-of: from the floor plans to the finishing details, the residential apartments are kept well-maintained to make seniors feel comfortable. Aside from its maintenance and housekeeping, its services encouraging residents to stay active and move around allow seniors to maintain a healthy lifestyle.
Experience the vibrant lifestyle of Overture Centennial, an active adult community nestled in Raleigh, North Carolina. This inviting community offers a variety of exceptional amenities and services in a modern and stylish setting. Indoors, residents can enjoy a well-equipped fitness center, a game room for social gatherings, an art studio to unleash their creativity, and a private theater for movie nights. Outside, residents can also enjoy grilling stations for delicious cookouts, an inviting outdoor terrace, a dog park for furry friends, and a heated swimming pool for relaxation and recreation.
Embracing pet-friendly living, Overture Centennial offers spacious and beautifully designed one- and two-bedroom apartments. These thoughtfully crafted homes boast generous walk-in closets, elegant lighting fixtures, and modern stainless-steel appliances. Some select units even feature private balconies, offering tranquil courtyard views. The dedicated staff at Overture Centennial provides a range of complimentary services, including professional home maintenance and daytime concierge assistance, ensuring residents’ needs are well taken care of. Additionally, residents have the option to avail themselves of additional services such as housekeeping, dog walking, and transportation arrangements, allowing for a truly tailored and convenient living experience.
Capital Nursing and Rehabilitation Center is an award-winning senior living community in Holston Lane, Raleigh, NC, that is dedicated to improving seniors’ quality of life and provides a wide array of care services. These include short-term rehabilitation, skilled nursing, outpatient therapy, hospice care, palliative care, respite care, and long-term care. A team of compassionate and highly trained professionals welcomes seniors and takes care of their needs and aspirations.
Remain well-engaged and do the things you enjoy with a well-thought-of calendar of enriching activities and exciting programs. Filled with extensive amenities, Capital Nursing and Rehabilitation Center strives to provide a comfortable and safe retirement for seniors to thrive and live their lives to the fullest.
Settled in the serene setting of Wilson, NC, Waltonwood Lake Boone offers a full continuum of care, including independent living, assisted living, and memory care. This family-owned community ensures residents receive the right level of support to age in place, with comfortable one-bedroom and two-bedroom floor plans designed to enhance daily life.
This vibrant community prides itself on a variety of services and activities that encourage social engagement, including a garden house, lifestyle club, and travel club. With gourmet dining, wellness programs, and an inviting environment, residents enjoy a carefree, maintenance-free lifestyle. Waltonwood Lake Boone also offers opportunities for family involvement, ensuring loved ones remain a part of the journey. A perfect blend of care, comfort, and community awaits, offering an enriching and fulfilling lifestyle.
Embraced by a blanket of mature trees and a serene setting in Charlotte, NC, Solista Charlotte by Cogir focuses on independent living. The community is committed to residents’ well-being and offers them purposely built accommodations ranging from studio to two-bedroom floor plans, alongside 24/7 emergency and non-emergency response. Through innovations like the Lively Mobile Plus Device, residents are guaranteed top-tier care without restraining their independence.
Learn new things and live life to the fullest with a full slate of engaging events and fun activities, highlighting resident’s interests and strengths. Mealtimes are also something to anticipate with healthy and delicious restaurant-style dining. Here, residents are free to enjoy incredible amenities like the media room, library, game room, a beautiful garden, and serene community grounds.
Arbor Ridge is the sister community of Mallard and Kerner Ridge; therefore, residents expect to continue to create a lifestyle that suits the needs of its residents. The upscale community offers many opportunities for blossoming friendships between staff and residents. Cultivating personal growth and holistic wellness is what they are known for. As proud member of the Navion Senior Solutions, residents learn to live vibrant social lives during their golden years.
Arbor Ridge offers many activities and amenities that cater to the interests of every senior– it features a recreational room, transportation services, in-house maintenance service, seasonal menus served daily, social activities, and wellness programs, ensuring that residents stay entertained and engaged throughout the day.
Enriching seniors’ lives with compassionate assistance, vibrant activities, and excellent services, Azalea Estates is a remarkable senior living community in Chapel Hill, NC, offering independent living. Warm and inviting spaces awaits residents, giving them plenty of spaces for relaxation, making connections, and leisure. Residents can choose from a variety of studios, 1 bedrooms & 2 bedroom apartments with kitchenettes, 24-hour emergency pull cords and other conveniences for a comfortable and secure living environment. Live-in managers live within the community to ensure residents can easily reach them when they need assistance.
Indulge in a vibrant daily programming and fun activities, events, and organized outings inspired by individual preferences and needs. Chef-prepared meals, weekly housekeeping, linen services, maintenance, and transportation services allows residents to enjoy more of their time instead of spending it worrying about chores and the hassle of daily living. Amenities include a grand theater, library, salon, fitness center, craft room, and several community rooms and common areas for gathering and socializing with families, friends, and fellow residents.
Live beautifully and comfortably at The Lodge at Wake Forest, a warm and inviting senior living community in Wake Forest, NC that offers independent living services. Residents here feel comfortable, safe and secure in beautifully designed residences with over 50 unique studio, one-bedroom and two-bedroom apartments, each designed with their comfort and well-being in mind. With a wide variety of recreational activities, residents are encouraged to socialize and connect with one another through active engagement and participation.
Residents can freely enjoy their independent lifestyle with the help and support of three chef-prepared meals daily, transportation, exciting events and activities, and weekly housekeeping. From creative writing classes, book and garden clubs, and discussion groups to creative art projects, and cooking demonstrations, everyone is sure to find something enjoyable to spend their time with. With carefully prepared meals served in cozy dining areas, residents not just enjoy delicious meals but also share a warm and comfortable social environment with family and friends.
Ranking Methodology
How we rank these independent living communities
Every community above is evaluated across six weighted categories using public data including state inspection records, review platforms, BBB profiles, and operator-published materials.
Weighting overview
- 35%Resident Experience
- 25%Regulatory
- 15%Visual Media
- 10%Website
- 10%Stability
- 5%Environment
01
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.
- Includes
- Review Sentiment
- Review Volume
02
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
03
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
04
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
05
Community Stability 10%
Operational signals indicating whether a community is well-run and meeting demand.
- Includes
- Occupancy Rate
- Bed Options
06
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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Frequently Asked Questions about Independent Living in North Carolina
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 146 independent living communities in North Carolina. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.
How do I choose the right independent living community in North Carolina?
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 North Carolina, 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 North Carolina?
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.



















