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Best Independent Living in Ohio

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 197 independent living communities in Ohio using Ohio Department of Aging (ODA) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank independent living in OH
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Last updated
Jun 2026
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197 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: 78The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Ohio. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90

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Ashford on Broad
IL
AL
RC
Columbus (Whitehall)
105
Facility 105
OH AVG 78
Rank #66 / 323
Yes
36
Facility 36
OH AVG 40
Rank #390 / 705
Studio / 1 BedA+
92
Facility 92
OH AVG 85.8
Rank #19 / 193
5
Facility 5
OH AVG 2
Rank #117 / 142
Traditions at North Bend
IL
AL
MC
Cincinnati (Monfort Heights South)
117
Facility 117
OH AVG 78
Rank #58 / 323
Yes
14
Facility 14
OH AVG 40
Rank #592 / 705
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedA-
87
Facility 87
OH AVG 85.8
Rank #64 / 193
1
Facility 1
OH AVG 2
Rank #1 / 142
Clearview Lantern Suites
IL
AL
Warren (Champion Heights)
63
Facility 63
OH AVG 78
Rank #185 / 323
Yes
22
Facility 22
OH AVG 40
Rank #526 / 705
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedA+
81
Facility 81
OH AVG 85.8
Rank #165 / 193
-
Claremont Retirement Village
IL
AL
MC
Columbus (Far Northwest)
57
Facility 57
OH AVG 78
Rank #199 / 323
Yes
50
Facility 50
OH AVG 40
Rank #254 / 705
Private RoomsA+
84
Facility 84
OH AVG 85.8
Rank #125 / 193
-
Cottingham Retirement Community
IL
AL
HC
MC
NH
PC
RC
Cincinnati (Sharonville)
128
Facility 128
OH AVG 78
Rank #36 / 323
No
53
Facility 53
OH AVG 40
Rank #223 / 705
Private RoomsA+
74
Facility 74
OH AVG 85.8
Rank #189 / 193
1
Facility 1
OH AVG 2
Rank #1 / 142
O’Neill Healthcare North Ridgeville
IL
AL
HC
MC
NH
PC
North Ridgeville
150
Facility 150
OH AVG 78
Rank #15 / 323
No
29
Facility 29
OH AVG 40
Rank #456 / 705
-A+
85
Facility 85
OH AVG 85.8
Rank #103 / 193
-
Brookdale Finneytown
IL
AL
MC
NH
Cincinnati
39
Facility 39
OH AVG 78
Rank #266 / 323
Yes
54
Facility 54
OH AVG 40
Rank #209 / 705
Studio / SuiteA+
89
Facility 89
OH AVG 85.8
Rank #43 / 193
6
Facility 6
OH AVG 2
Rank #128 / 142
The Inn At Belden Village
IL
AL
HC
NC
PC
RC
Canton
20
Facility 20
OH AVG 78
Rank #311 / 323
No
31
Facility 31
OH AVG 40
Rank #433 / 705
Studio / 1 BedA+
90
Facility 90
OH AVG 85.8
Rank #35 / 193
1
Facility 1
OH AVG 2
Rank #1 / 142
Brookdale Wickliffe
IL
AL
MC
NH
Wickliffe
11
Facility 11
OH AVG 78
Rank #318 / 323
Yes
48
Facility 48
OH AVG 40
Rank #277 / 705
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedA+
87
Facility 87
OH AVG 85.8
Rank #64 / 193
-
Beachwood Commons by New Perspective
IL
AL
MC
NH
Beachwood
120
Facility 120
OH AVG 78
Rank #49 / 323
Yes
15
Facility 15
OH AVG 40
Rank #586 / 705
Studio / 1 BedA+--
Brookdale Westlake Village
IL
AL
MC
NH
Westlake
60
Facility 60
OH AVG 78
Rank #190 / 323
Yes
25
Facility 25
OH AVG 40
Rank #501 / 705
1 Bed / 2 BedA+
86
Facility 86
OH AVG 85.8
Rank #82 / 193
-
Worthington Christian Village
IL
AL
NH
Columbus (Olentangy High Bluffs)
40
Facility 40
OH AVG 78
Rank #265 / 323
No
30
Facility 30
OH AVG 40
Rank #446 / 705
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedA+
85
Facility 85
OH AVG 85.8
Rank #103 / 193
-
The Villas of Scioto
IL
NH
HC
Columbus (South Columbus)
47
Facility 47
OH AVG 78
Rank #240 / 323
No
31
Facility 31
OH AVG 40
Rank #433 / 705
Private RoomsA+--
Altercare Cuyahoga Falls
IL
AL
HC
MC
NC
NH
PC
RC
Cuyahoga Falls (North Village)
91
Facility 91
OH AVG 78
Rank #108 / 323
No
61
Facility 61
OH AVG 40
Rank #140 / 705
Private / Semi-Private RoomsA---
Genoa Retirement Village
IL
NH
AL
MC
Genoa
68
Facility 68
OH AVG 78
Rank #176 / 323
Yes
17
Facility 17
OH AVG 40
Rank #568 / 705
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedA+
94
Facility 94
OH AVG 85.8
Rank #8 / 193
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Overview of Park Village Assisted Living
Park Village Assisted Living in Dover, Ohio provides a range of senior health care services including Independent Living, Assisted Living, Skilled Nursing, and Short-Term Rehabilitation. The facility is designed to meet the specialized needs of the elder community in a safe and secure environment. Residents benefit from a supportive community that promotes independence while offering necessary assistance.

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Overview of Majestic Care of Fairfield

Majestic Care of Fairfield is a nursing home in Fairfield, OH, offering memory care, rehabilitation, skilled nursing, and hospice care. Promoting a nurturing and welcoming environment, the community strives to provide the ideal setting where older adults can thrive in retirement. High-quality services, including 24-hour care, well-balancedmeals, and therapies, are also offered to meet residents’ unique needs and preferences. Following a resident-centered care, the community doubles its efforts to help residents recover and return to their routines.

Light exercises, social events, and a variety of recreational activities help residents maintain their holistic well-being and make friends. State-of-the-art rehabilitation equipment and lively gathering areas are also available for residents’ relaxation and wellness. Residents also have quick access to their necessities and leisure with restaurants and shops in the area. This nursing home has excellent standards of care, making it one of the best options for senior living in Ohio.

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Overview of Lincoln Lodge Retirement Residence

Conveniently located near OhioHealth Doctors Hospital in Columbus, OH, Lincoln Lodge Retirement Residence is an inviting independent living community that has a variety of well-thought-out accommodations for older adults. Promoting a lively environment, the community ensures residents feel at ease during their stay. Here, residents have a maintenance-free lifestyle, as housekeeping and maintenance services are also provided.

With plenty of restaurants and local amenities nearby, residents can spend their days as they please. Accessible gathering areas also ensure residents can interact with their surroundings without worries. The community is ideal for those looking to spend their golden years independently, especially with its clean setting.

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Overview of Madonna Hall

Madonna Hall is a welcoming independent living community in Cleveland, OH, that has a variety of specially designed rooms for older adults. The community ensures residents can feel at ease during their stay with its lively and welcoming environment. Light housekeeping and other maintenance services are also provided, so residents have a hassle-free lifestyle.

Residents can spend their days as they please, especially with a variety of engaging activities and social events dedicated to their leisure and wellness. With cozy living spaces and accessible gathering areas, residents can rest with ease and interact with their surroundings. The community is ideal for those aiming to live independently in retirement, especially with its well-maintained amenities.

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Overview of Gleenwood Senior Housing

Glenwood Senior Housing is an inviting independent living community in Defiance, OH, that has thoughtfully designed accommodations for those 55+. Featuring a variety of floor plans, ranging from studio to two-bedroom units, the community ensures residents can feel at ease in its warm and welcoming environment. All utilities are also included, easing residents’ financial burdens.

Here, residents can spend their days as they please, especially with various recreational activities and lively communal spaces. Laundry is also provided for residents’ convenience. The community is a great choice for those seeking independence in their golden years.

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Overview of St. Paul Village

Enjoy a high quality of life in St. Paul Village, a warm and inviting community in Cincinnati, OH, offering various levels of care. Residents in their communities enjoy a seamless transition between care levels, including independent living, assisted living, and memory care. For those with more complex needs or health conditions, they provide excellent short-term rehabilitation and long-term care to help them live their life as pain-free and comfortable as possible.

Fun and enriching activities are organized regularly to make sure residents never run out of opportunities to stay active, connected, and fulfilled. Residents always have access to fresh, healthy meals through the community’s Deupree Meals On Wheels. At St. Paul Village, they work hard to create an environment with everything residents need to thrive at an affordable price.

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Overview of Chippewa Place

Enjoy unparalleled comfort with Chippewa Place, a blissful senior living community in Stadium Drive, Brecksville, OH offering independent living. Featuring cozy and specially designed one-bedroom and two-bedroom residences, the community ensures seniors are comfortable and safe. Moreover, housekeeping is taken care of to provide seniors with more time to do the things they love and enjoy a maintenance-free retirement.

Pamper with salon services and make use of podiatry and hearing services for a better quality of life. Enriching activities and engaging programs are also conducted to keep residents happy and active. Here, residents have a delightful dining experience with delicious and healthy meals catering to dietary needs and preferences. Chippewa Place is a good place for seniors looking to downsize and live their golden years happily.

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The Waterford at Fairfield

1460 Corydale Dr, Fairfield, OH 45014
Overview of The Waterford at Fairfield

Located in the scenic neighborhood of Fairfield, OH, the Waterford at Fairfield is a vibrant senior living community offering independent living and temporary stay services. Here, residents select from spacious and well-appointed accommodations tailored to their needs. With a highly equipped and dedicated team, residents can receive 24-hour staffing to ensure the utmost care and support they deserve.

With its top-tier amenities and services, residents can enjoy the following: restaurant-style dining, housekeeping and linen services, scheduled transportation, emergency call systems in all apartments, access to a third-party on-site home health agency providing wellness checks, and many more. Boost health and wellness by joining walking, balance, and exercise classes. Meet new people and create unforgettable memories together. With Waterford at Fairfield, seniors are assured of a wondrous retirement.

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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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Overview of First Community Village

Enveloped by the lush nature and picturesque grasslands of Riverside Drive, Columbus, OH, First Community Village is an extraordinary continuing care retirement community that provides a wide array of living options including assisted living, independent living, memory care, and skilled nursing. Featuring elegant and well-built residences, the community promises unmatched comfort and security. A competent and highly skilled team strives to provide care and support that best matches seniors’ needs and interests.

Delivering exceptional care since 1963, First Community Village continues to provide a safe place for seniors to lead a meaningful life. With a jam-packed calendar of activities and enjoyable programs, seniors explore new interests and rekindle old hobbies for leisure and wellness. The community serves delicious and healthy meals in multiple dining venues for dietary satisfaction. With incredible amenities and well-maintained landscapes, First Community Village is great for seniors wanting to enjoy their golden years without worries.

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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 197 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.