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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 |
Brightmore of Wilmington, situated in Wilmington, NC, is a senior living community offering independent living services. The community provides one-to-two bedroom units equipped with a living area, kitchen, and bathroom, offering residents comfortable and spacious living spaces. Residents at Brightmore of Wilmington experience a worry-free lifestyle with their comprehensive range of amenities, including emergency response system, weekly housekeeping with linen service, maintenance, landscaping, seasonal removal of snow and leaves, internal and external pest control, trash removal, and inclusive utilities (exception of phone).
The community is dedicated to enhancing residents’ well-being with life enrichment activities, and wellness programs. Additionally, Brightmore of Wilmington ensures a daily well-person check, further emphasizing the community’s commitment to resident care. Residents at Brightmore of Wilmington enjoy a vibrant social life with activities such as socials, parties, card playing, and the monthly Newcomers’ Social. The community also organizes visits by performing artists and excursions to interesting locations or performances, providing a diverse range of engaging activities for residents to enjoy.
The Commons at Brightmore, situated in Wilmington, NC, is a senior living community offering both assisted living and memory care services. The community provides two living arrangements in Paraklay Way; featuring large closets, private, and companion rooms that allow ample floor space for personal items and design touches. Companion rooms share a full bath, and if desired, the community furnishes a bed, dresser, and nightstand at no additional charge. The built-in emergency call system ensures quick assistance is always within reach. Additionally, Azalea Hall provides similar living arrangements with personalized care and the same commitment to resident well-being.
In terms of healthcare services, The Commons at Brightmore offers minimal to substantial assistance with activities of daily living, safety monitoring and oversight, and personalized care plans. The community maintains a highly-trained care staff available 24 hours a day, ensuring residents receive the support they need. Medication administration is also part of the comprehensive healthcare services provided. Residents enjoy a range of amenities, including three chef-prepared meals daily with therapeutic diets available, secured memory support activities with designated courtyards, and housekeeping and laundry services.
White Oak of Charlotte is a renowned skilled nursing center located in Charlotte, North Carolina. With 180 beds, the center offers comprehensive long-term nursing care and short-term rehabilitation services. Its prime location allows easy access to two major hospital systems in the area, ensuring convenient medical support. The dedicated team at White Oak of Charlotte comprises Registered Nurses, Licensed Practical Nurses, and Certified Nursing Assistants who provide round-the-clock care to residents.
They work collaboratively with physicians to develop personalized care plans, considering the unique needs of each individual. With a focus on resident well-being, White Oak of Charlotte aims to create an environment that fosters comfort and enriches daily experiences. In addition to skilled nursing services, the center also offers independent living apartments at Sharon Village, providing seniors with flexible living options tailored to their preferences and needs.
St. Joseph of the Pines by the Trinity Health community delivers quality service thoughtfully designed to offer both convenience and comfort in one setting. The continuing care retirement home specializes in independent living assisted living, and nursing care services. Reflected on their recognition by the U.S. News and World Report as the Best Nursing Homes for short-term rehabilitation, one can understand the home’s value. St. Joseph of the Pines continuously improves the lives of its residents by creating a cozy environment where an abundance of opportunities is available.
The lifestyle at St. Joseph’s practices a personalized care approach anchored by the trusted bond between residents and staff; personal care services include ADLs, 24-hour care and nursing, medication administration, engaging programs, and on-site therapy services– speech, physical, and occupational.
Cambridge Village of Apex is the premier senior living community that promotes a youthful and energetic atmosphere for seniors seeking to retire in a high-spirit community. The independent living home has well-thought-of ways in which to make each resident’s experience hassle-free; they celebrate each individual, and the staff wants to promote their individuality by letting them do whatever it is that interests them. At Cambridge Village, experience first-hand of having big-city energy with small-town charm.
Cambridge Village prides itself on the comprehensive amenities that provide comfort and an untroubled stay. Highlighted features of their all-inclusive amenities and services include a library, a swimming pool, gardens, a theater room, housekeeping and linen, transportation services, daily activities, and programs.
Designed for seniors who value lifestyle choices and an active living experience, The Carillon in Guilford County, Greensboro, NC, is an excellent senior living community that offers independent living. The community features an array of one-bedroom apartments with utilities included, waste removal, and secure access for a comfortable and safe living environment. Residents can rest easy with a 24/7 front desk service and an on-site team of management and maintenance available to attend to residents’ concerns and needs.
The community also offers the convenience of scheduled transportation to save residents from the hassle of commuting, ensuring they get to their appointments on time and safely. Residents also enjoy access to a wide array of amenities, including a beauty salon, fitness center, cozy gathering room, library, and courtyard. With emergency response pull cord in every residence, residents are guaranteed immediate access to assistance during emergencies.
The Dorchester & Manor is an award-winning independent living community in Pineville, NC, that offers fully furnished one- and two-bedroom apartments. The community promotes a home-like setting where residents are treated like a family, ensuring their comfort and familiarity. Laundry spaces, 24/7 security, and health screenings are also provided, so residents have a hassle-free living.
With fun recreational activities and exercise programs, residents have more opportunities to explore new hobbies and interact with their surroundings. Scheduled transportation, grocery delivery, and home health care are also offered. This pet-friendly retirement community is one of the trusted choices for senior living in North Carolina.
A proud Atria senior living community member, Holiday Creekside Terrace has built one of the finest senior living communities in Winston-Salem. Their commitment to ensuring that an individual can feel independent while being engaged is one of their utmost priorities for a balanced lifestyle; they ensure that their residents are healthy and active. Holiday Creekside Terrace has provided a diverse and inclusive environment, offering a strong sense of family.
The premier community boasts an elevated lifestyle through the essential service provided for seniors with independent living. Their all-inclusive amenities include daily delicious and nutritious meals by a chef, weekly housekeeping and laundry, and everyday fitness activities with their finest gym equipment. They also provide every private apartment with an emergency call system.
Experience worry-free retirement in the quiet community of Concord, NC with Holiday Crescent Heights. An idyllic senior living community providing independent living, Holiday Crescent Heights features various floor plans such as studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments. With personalized care and assistance available 24/7, the community ensures comfort and safety.
With its signature Engage Life program, the community enhances the social, physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual wellness of its residents through different classes and activities. Bonding over meals makes the food much better, hence, the team serves three delicious and healthy home-cooked meals three times daily. Amenities include pet-friendly and wheelchair-accessible spaces, a barber and beauty salon, a community center, a large screen TV lounge, an activity room, a game room, a library, a country store, a community fireplace, a sunlit patio, aesthetic community grounds, and peaceful walking paths.
Experience the serenity and convenience of Raleigh, NC with the blissful retreat of Verana at Bedford Falls that offers independent living. Enjoy your later years surrounded by the community’s well-designed and fully-furnished one- and two-bedroom accommodations for the finest comfort and safety. Maintenance, housekeeping, and concierge services are also provided to ensure a hassle-free lifestyle.
Enjoy the best of your golden years with a full slate of enriching activities and engaging programs tailored to residents’ leisure and wellness. Have a satisfactory dining experience with healthy and delicious meals catering to dietary needs and tastes. The community features plenty of amenities including a heated pool, a salon, a fitness center, lounges, and a fireplace, perfect for recreation and socialization.
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.



















