Page 3 of Best Independent Living in Philadelphia, PA

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 25 independent living communities in Philadelphia, PA using PA Depts. of Human Services & Health data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank independent living in PA
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Overview of Holland Village

Holland Village offers independent living, assisted living, memory care, nursing home care, and respite care in Holland, PA. Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care, while assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication management. Memory care is provided in a secured setting with supervision, and nursing home, or skilled nursing, care provides licensed nursing care on site around the clock.

Respite care supports a short stay when a family’s usual caregiver needs to travel or recover. The range of care levels may suit a resident whose needs grow over time and who may be able to remain in the community as those needs change. Holland Village has 66 beds, giving families a clear picture of its licensed capacity.

The starting price is $2,160 per month, with a $59,000 entry fee and a $2,160 monthly base fee. Admission therefore involves both an upfront charge and ongoing monthly costs. Medicare and private pay are accepted. Total nurse staffing is 3 hours and 39 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily nursing time allocated per resident. Residents can use the pool, salon, enclosed garden courtyard, transportation, and rehabilitation services, and pets are allowed.

Starting Price $2,160/Month Info Pricing updated on October 7th, 2026

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The York House

5325 Old York Road, Philadelphia, PA 19141
Overview of The York House

The York House is a 55+ senior living in Philadelphia where a bright retirement awaits you or your loved one. The York House is essentially an independent living, retirement community where its services and community features are designed with the thought of ensuring that residents maintain an active lifestyle with endless opportunities. The independent living community’s goal is to ensure that their residents live every day as a way to live a purposeful living as individuals who are constantly growing and learning as they begin their new journey. The York House is the ideal place for comfort, convenience, and choice– with the help of their professional care staff dedicated to attending to your needs.

Life at The York House boasts features and amenities that make a house a home– an array of residential apartments with cable, individual climate control, and other free utilities; residential social life expands to the craft and fitness room, social lounges with billiards, and a furnished library. A lot of the community services and amenities provided by the staff are designed for residents to know what luxury is like, or experience quality senior living with an impeccable level of hospitality. 

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Overview of Hudson Estates Gracious Retirement Living

Experience a fun and self-contented way of life at Hudson Estates, a thriving senior living community in Lansdale, PA, offering independent living. Featuring studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments, the community ensures comfortable and secure living spaces, complemented with an array of services, and amenities. With accommodating managers that live on-site and convenient services, like housekeeping, maintenance, and transportation, residents are guaranteed a worry-free lifestyle knowing that support and assistance are easily available.

Invested in making a difference in the lives of its residents, the community conducts an array of interesting activities and events, including exercise classes, parties, and various entertainment. The community also offers a resident travel program that allows residents to continue exploring and making new adventures. Chef-prepared meals and a 24-hour bar for coffee, fruits, and snacks are available to make sure residents are always full and happy. Amenities, including a state of the art movie theater, library, cozy fireplace, salon, activity room, and a fitness center, helps residents live a meaningful and active life.

Starting Price $2,900/Month Info Pricing updated on October 7th, 2026

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Overview of Wesley Enhanced Living Burholme

Wesley Enhanced Living Burholme operates a residential care community located on Oxford Avenue in Philadelphia’s Burholme neighborhood. The building features a single-story layout, allowing residents to navigate between their private rooms and the common areas without climbing stairs.

The local neighborhood stands out for its high walkability, carrying a score of 81 out of 100. This urban setting makes it easy for staff, independent residents, and visiting families to reach local services, shops, and public transit on foot without needing a vehicle.

Prospective residents looking for an accessible neighborhood setting can reach out to the building manager to ask about room options and entry requirements. The daily program centers on providing routine lodging, shared meals, and personal care assistance.

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Caribe Towers

3231-65 N. 2Nd Street, Philadelphia, PA 19140
Overview of Caribe Towers

Caribe Towers is a 57-unit affordable housing community for low-income seniors in North Philadelphia at 3231-65 N. 2nd Street in the St. Hugh Neighborhood. It welcomes residents aged 62 and over, aged 55 minimum, and provides independent living in a neighborhood with a Walk Score of 81, making most daily errands walkable. The building sits just over a mile from Temple University Hospital, Main Campus, and was completed in 2005. It remains a stable housing option in the Caribe Development Zone.

The home was developed in partnership between the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, the Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development, and the Federal Home Loan Bank of Pittsburgh. This funding structure reflects a dedication to providing dignified, affordable housing that bolsters occupants in aging in place. Daily living highlights shared community spaces and practical support. A furnished community room handles gatherings of up to 75 people, providing space for residents to assemble and join activities together. The building has a spacious lobby and secure intercom access, along with coin-operated laundry facilities for residents’ everyday needs. The Resident Services Program connects occupants with essential community services, removing barriers to accessing the needed support. Transportation services are offered for residents requiring help with appointments or errands.

The blend of affordable housing, accessible neighborhood setting, and on-site support services makes stable pillars for seniors needing independent living, with community connection and practical assistance available.

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Independent Living in Philadelphia at a glance

Avg Walk Score: 54/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Philadelphia, PA. 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: 110The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Philadelphia, PA. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90