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Page 18 of Best Independent Living in Ohio

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 207 independent living communities in OH using OH Dept. of Health data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank independent living in OH
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Last updated
Jul 2026
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207 homes
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Avg Walk Score: 40/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Ohio. 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 Ohio. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90

Compare Independent Living around Ohio

Info below is compiled from the OH Dept. of Health, senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.

Communities are listed from highest to lowest based on our ranking methodology.

Brookdale Westlake Village
IL
AL
MC
NH
SNF
Westlake
60
Facility 60
OH AVG 75
Rank #177 / 309
Yes
25
Facility 25
OH AVG 40
Rank #500 / 704
1 Bed / 2 BedA+Suzanne Nall
86
Facility 86
OH AVG 85.8
Rank #82 / 192
-
Deupree House
IL
AL
MC
NH
Cincinnati (Hyde Park)
24
Facility 24
OH AVG 75
Rank #285 / 309
No
44
Facility 44
OH AVG 40
Rank #322 / 704
1 Bed / 2 Bed-Megan Bradford
91
Facility 91
OH AVG 85.8
Rank #24 / 192
1
Facility 1
OH AVG 2
Rank #1 / 143
The Knolls of Oxford
IL
AL
MC
NH
SNF
Oxford
50
Facility 50
OH AVG 75
Rank #214 / 309
Yes
0
Facility 0
OH AVG 40
Rank #686 / 704
Private / 1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed Rooms-Laura Lacy
92
Facility 92
OH AVG 85.8
Rank #19 / 192
4
Facility 4
OH AVG 2
Rank #106 / 143
Ohio Living Rockynol
IL
AL
MC
NH
SNF
Akron (Highland Square)
79
Facility 79
OH AVG 75
Rank #139 / 309
Yes
65
Facility 65
OH AVG 40
Rank #107 / 704
-A+-
87
Facility 87
OH AVG 85.8
Rank #64 / 192
4
Facility 4
OH AVG 2
Rank #106 / 143
Ohio Living Llanfair
IL
AL
MC
NH
SNF
Cincinnati (College Hill)
49
Facility 49
OH AVG 75
Rank #223 / 309
Yes
73
Facility 73
OH AVG 40
Rank #55 / 704
Studio-Molly Brown
85
Facility 85
OH AVG 85.8
Rank #103 / 192
2
Facility 2
OH AVG 2
Rank #64 / 143
O’Neill Healthcare North Ridgeville
IL
AL
HOS
MC
NH
PC
SNF
North Ridgeville
150
Facility 150
OH AVG 75
Rank #12 / 309
Yes
29
Facility 29
OH AVG 40
Rank #455 / 704
-A+-
85
Facility 85
OH AVG 85.8
Rank #103 / 192
-
Twin Towers
IL
AL
MC
NH
SNF
Cincinnati (College Hill)
231
Facility 231
OH AVG 75
Rank #1 / 309
No
31
Facility 31
OH AVG 40
Rank #432 / 704
--Kristie Stricker
86
Facility 86
OH AVG 85.8
Rank #82 / 192
-
Gateway Springs Health Campus
IL
ADC
AL
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Hamilton (Shadow Creek)
53
Facility 53
OH AVG 75
Rank #208 / 309
No
3
Facility 3
OH AVG 40
Rank #663 / 704
1 Bed / 2 Bed-Kiya Brown--
Worthington Christian Village
IL
AL
NH
SNF
Columbus (Olentangy High Bluffs)
40
Facility 40
OH AVG 75
Rank #250 / 309
No
30
Facility 30
OH AVG 40
Rank #445 / 704
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedA+-
85
Facility 85
OH AVG 85.8
Rank #103 / 192
-
Ohio Living Westminster – Thurber
IL
AL
MC
NH
SNF
Columbus (Harrison West)
73
Facility 73
OH AVG 75
Rank #155 / 309
Yes
71
Facility 71
OH AVG 40
Rank #62 / 704
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 BedA+Caitlin Distel
83
Facility 83
OH AVG 85.8
Rank #140 / 192
1
Facility 1
OH AVG 2
Rank #1 / 143
Nason Center of Breckenridge Village
IL
AL
NH
SNF
Willoughby (Deer Creek)
72
Facility 72
OH AVG 75
Rank #158 / 309
Yes
36
Facility 36
OH AVG 40
Rank #389 / 704
Private Rooms----
Westerwood
IL
AL
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Columbus (Northland)
75
Facility 75
OH AVG 75
Rank #151 / 309
No
26
Facility 26
OH AVG 40
Rank #488 / 704
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Maple Knoll Village
IL
AL
MC
NH
SNF
Cincinnati
80
Facility 80
OH AVG 75
Rank #134 / 309
Yes
47
Facility 47
OH AVG 40
Rank #284 / 704
1 Bed / 2 Bed----
Otterbein SeniorLife
IL
AL
HC
HOS
MC
NH
SNF
Lebanon
154
Facility 154
OH AVG 75
Rank #10 / 309
Yes
0
Facility 0
OH AVG 40
Rank #686 / 704
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed----
Genoa Retirement Village
IL
NH
AL
MC
Genoa
68
Facility 68
OH AVG 75
Rank #164 / 309
Yes
17
Facility 17
OH AVG 40
Rank #567 / 704
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedA+-
94
Facility 94
OH AVG 85.8
Rank #8 / 192
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Overview of Vitalia® Montrose

Settling in the harmonious Heritage Center Drive, Copley, OH, VITALIA Montrose is an esteemed senior living community that provides independent living, assisted living, and memory care. The community focuses on seniors’ comfort and convenience, ensuring they enjoy carefully crafted and spacious residences. With a reliable and highly trained team, residents ease their worries and enjoy their golden years doing what they love.

Participate in engaging activities and experience new things through exciting programs conducted for leisure and wellness. The community ensures seniors enjoy their personal time and create unforgettable moments with friends within its premises. Indulge in healthy and delicious meals that satisfy nutritional requirements and tastes. With its scenic spaces and friendly environment, VITALIA Montrose strives to provide a safe place for seniors to live a maintenance-free retirement.

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Overview of Orrvilla Maple Terrace

The OrrVilla Retirement Community campus in Orrville, Wayne County, has been operating since 1981 and carries Mennonite heritage as part of its organizational history. Orrvilla Maple Terrace, at 333 East Sassafras Street, is the campus’s 45-bed assisted living and nursing home component. Aultman Orrville Hospital sits directly next door, which is a practical consideration for residents with medical needs requiring acute care access.

The neighborhood Walk Score of 61 puts some errands within walking range. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are all accepted; minimum admission age is 62. The campus is non-smoking.

Occupancy currently sits at 58%, with 26 of 45 beds occupied and an average length of stay of 154 days. That duration points toward a resident population primarily in long-term rather than short-term care. Total nursing care is 3 hours and 34 minutes per resident per day as reported to CMS, provided by licensed nurses and CNAs around the clock.

The campus offers options beyond the assisted living building. Locust Court provides independent villa living with attached garages, and Evergreen Place is a HUD-subsidized housing option for income-eligible residents, though it carries a waiting list of approximately 18 to 24 months.

Apartments are unfurnished,. but Maple Terrace amenities include salon services, podiatry, therapy services, exercise equipment, an emergency call system, and Wi-Fi. Meals, housekeeping, linen, and utilities are bundled into residency. Special dietary accommodations are available. The activity schedule runs to concerts, exercise classes, Bible studies, and social events. A resident council meets regularly, and religious services are on the calendar.

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Overview of The Grand of Dublin

Tucked in the harmonious neighborhood of John Shields Parkway, Dublin, OH, The Grand of Dublin is an astounding senior living community providing rehabilitation and therapy, skilled nursing, memory care, respite care, and hospice care. Enjoy comfort and convenience within the carefully crafted and spacious residences of The Grand of Dublin in variation of private and semi-private rooms. The community strives to deliver the highest quality of care and support for seniors to thrive and reach their full potential.

Enjoy a wide array of engaging activities and exciting programs for leisure and wellness. Have a delightful dining experience with delicious and healthy meals catering to dietary needs and preferences. Surrounded by stunning landscapes and serene spaces, The Grand of Dublin is great for seniors seeking to live a relaxing retirement.

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Danbury Cuyahoga Falls

1691 Queens Gate Cir, Cuyahoga Falls, OH 44221
Overview of Danbury Cuyahoga Falls

Based in the tranquil area of Cuyahoga Falls, OH, Danbury Cuyahoga Falls is an inviting senior living community that offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care. Residents live a maintenance-free lifestyle in their graciously appointed accommodations that come in variations of studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments. Residents’ needs are carefully assessed by a licensed nurse who carefully curates a personalized care plan that perfectly aligns with individual care requirements.

The community ensures its residents have what they need to make the most of each day, offering them a vibrant array of activities, including scheduled trips, exercise and wellness classes, recreational activities, and other self-directed activities. Restaurant-style meals that are both tasty and healthy, are served to make sure residents are always full and energized to do the things they love. With a wide array of interesting amenities, convenient services, and fun-filled activities, residents are sure to enjoy a fulfilling retirement life at Danbury Cuyahoga Falls.

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Overview of Danbury North Ridgeville

Set in North Ridgeville, OH, Danbury North Ridgeville is an outstanding senior living community that offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care. Unparalleled comfort and convenience awaits in the community’s beautiful apartments in variations of studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments. The community handles the mundane tasks like housekeeping and laundry to provide residents more time for their enjoyment. With 24/7 support and assistance by on-site licensed nurses and personal care companions, residents are guaranteed to receive care and assistance everytime they need it.

Residents will never run out of fun and enjoyable things to do, with the community’s wide range of life enrichment programs, including excursions, various classes, recreational activities, and entertainment. Additional services like in-house therapy and home health visits, ensures residents needing extra care have access to it when they need it. The community also offers a wide array of amenities, including large outdoor patios, movie theater, bistro, library, arts & crafts room, and fitness room for exploration of new hobbies or fostering moments of relaxation.

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Overview of Hudson Grande Senior Living

Located in the tranquil neighborhood of Darrow Road, Hudson, OH, Hudson Grande Senior Living is a distinguished senior living community offering assisted living and memory care. With beautifully designed and spacious accommodations, seniors maximize comfort and security. A compassionate and highly skilled strives to deliver the highest quality of care and support for seniors to flourish and create wonderful moments in their golden years.

Discover new interests and relive old hobbies with fun activities and exciting events conducted to ensure seniors maintain their happiness and wellness. Eat well and feel good with delightful and nutritious meals that satisfy dietary needs and tastes. Hudson Grande Senior Living is ideal for seniors looking to live a relaxing retirement with its peaceful spaces and welcoming environment.

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Overview of Independence Village of Aurora

Located in the lively city of Hudson, OH, Independence Village of Aurora is a warm and inviting retirement community offering both independent living and assisted living services. Dedicated to enhancing care, the community ensures that residents enjoy a supportive and nurturing environment. With a range of floor plans, the beautifully designed studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments are tailored to meet different needs, providing both comfort and convenience.

Independence Village of Aurora features a variety of engaging amenities, such as a café and beauty salon, designed to bring joy, fulfillment, and entertainment to residents by catering to their unique interests and passions. With a focus on high-quality senior care and an enriched quality of life, this community offers residents an exceptional place to call home.

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Overview of Danbury Millersburg

Set in the beautiful neighborhood of Glen Drive, Millersburg, OH, Danbury Millersburg is an outstanding senior living community offering assisted living, independent living, and memory care. With the needs and aspirations of adults 55 and older in mind, the community promotes a vibrant and inviting environment for their comfort and convenience. A compassionate and highly trained team strives to deliver the highest quality of care and assistance 24/7 for seniors to thrive and gain meaningful experiences.

Elevate your retirement with stimulating activities and engaging programs that aim to maintain residents’ active and blissful lifestyles. Residents have a delightful dining experience with delicious and healthy meals catering to their nutritional needs and tastes. Danbury Millersburg is an enticing option for seniors to enjoy a worry-free retirement surrounded by scenic views and a welcoming community.

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Overview of Springwood Hudson

Offering a serene environment for independent living, Springwood Hudson in Hudson, OH, is a dedicated senior living community that focuses on delivering utmost care and support to seniors who wish to continue living an independent life. Residents are welcomed into cozy living spaces, with a selection of one-bedroom and two-bedroom apartments to choose from. Household chores are taken care of and bills are consolidated into one payment, providing residents with utmost comfort and convenience.

The community empowers residents to enjoy a carefree, fun-filled lifestyle with like-minded neighbors, with ample services, modern amenities and a team that genuinely cares for residents’ welfare and well-being. Here, residents enjoy access to the fitness room, cozy community rooms, and an outdoor patio with grill, fire pit, and outdoor seating that’s ideal for relaxing afternoons alone or with the company of friendly neighbors. With the community’s ideal location, convenient services, and welcoming environment, residents are guaranteed to enjoy an active and fulfilling independent lifestyle.

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Overview of Beachwood Commons by New Perspective

Discover an ultimately relaxing stay with the Beachwood Commons by New Perspective located in the beautiful community of Beachwood, OH, offering assisted living services. Cozy and spacious accommodations are available depending on tastes and needs. Having a trained and dedicated team, this community is committed to delivering remarkable care and providing stellar surroundings.

Enjoy its warming community through a wide array of top-notch amenities and services. Experience chef-prepared dining with healthy and delectable meals. Moreover, residents can avail of housekeeping and laundry services, activity great room use, and services from on-site third-party physician providers. Meet new companions and build lasting connections through its various social activities like community outings with provided transportation. Relieve yourself from stress load through its beautiful spaces like the garden patio. At the Beachwood Commons by New Perspective, seniors are assured of a worry-free retirement.

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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 Ohio

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 207 independent living communities in Ohio. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right independent living community in Ohio?

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 Ohio, 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 Ohio?

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.