Best Independent Living in Savannah, GA

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 15 independent living communities in Savannah, GA using GA Dept. of Community Health (DCH) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank independent living in GA
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Avg Walk Score: 36/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Savannah, GA. 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: 53The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Savannah, GA. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90

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Info below is compiled from the GA Dept. of Community Health (DCH), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.

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

Care Types in This Table AL (Assisted Living): Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing. NH (Nursing Home): 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility): Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. RC (Respite Care): Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care.
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
Number of years the company has been in operation.
A named contact for the facility. Hover the name to see their role — Administrator (state administrator of record or facility-provided administrator), Nursing Director, Medical Director, or Staff. The most authoritative available is shown.
Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
Total count of deficiencies (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
The average number of deficiencies this facility receives each time it's inspected, calculated as total deficiencies ÷ total inspections. A lower number suggests more consistent compliance with safety and care standards.
The Social at Savannah
IL
AL
MC
RC
Savannah (Wilshire Estates)
73
Facility 73
GA AVG 81
Rank #263 / 527
Yes
38
Facility 38
GA AVG 40
Rank #379 / 701
Suite
4
Facility 4
GA AVG 12
Rank #417 / 549
Dallas Jessi Tompa14
7
Facility 7
GA AVG 21
Rank #254 / 478
0.5
Facility 0.5
GA AVG 1.3
Rank #187 / 478
Sunabella Senior Living
IL
AL
MC
Savannah
49
Facility 49
GA AVG 81
Rank #386 / 527
Yes
43
Facility 43
GA AVG 40
Rank #321 / 701
Studio / 1 Bed
4
Facility 4
GA AVG 12
Rank #417 / 549
Letty Cockrum9
1
Facility 1
GA AVG 21
Rank #92 / 478
0.1
Facility 0.1
GA AVG 1.3
Rank #92 / 478
Magnolia Manor of Richmond Hill
IL
AL
MC
NH
SNF
Richmond Hill
36
Facility 36
GA AVG 81
Rank #442 / 527
No
30
Facility 30
GA AVG 40
Rank #442 / 701
1 Bed / 2 Bed
12
Facility 12
GA AVG 12
Rank #128 / 549
Roxan Renova Campfield6
5
Facility 5
GA AVG 21
Rank #212 / 478
0.8
Facility 0.8
GA AVG 1.3
Rank #264 / 478
Summer Breeze Senior Living
IL
AL
MC
RC
Savannah (Olde Towne)
65
Facility 65
GA AVG 81
Rank #311 / 527
No
30
Facility 30
GA AVG 40
Rank #442 / 701
1 Bed / 2 Bed
28
Facility 28
GA AVG 12
Rank #53 / 549
Patty Dixon32
22
Facility 22
GA AVG 21
Rank #389 / 478
0.7
Facility 0.7
GA AVG 1.3
Rank #241 / 478
Savannah Square
IL
AL
Savannah
46
Facility 46
GA AVG 81
Rank #402 / 527
Yes
33
Facility 33
GA AVG 40
Rank #413 / 701
1 Bed / 2 Bed
38
Facility 38
GA AVG 12
Rank #42 / 549
Kimberly Smith20
29
Facility 29
GA AVG 21
Rank #407 / 478
1.5
Facility 1.5
GA AVG 1.3
Rank #369 / 478
Thrive on Skidaway
IL
AL
MC
Savannah
47
Facility 47
GA AVG 81
Rank #399 / 527
Yes
36
Facility 36
GA AVG 40
Rank #393 / 701
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
6
Facility 6
GA AVG 12
Rank #350 / 549
Kay Lynn Evans9
9
Facility 9
GA AVG 21
Rank #282 / 478
1.0
Facility 1.0
GA AVG 1.3
Rank #303 / 478
Harmony at Savannah
IL
AL
MC
Savannah
120
Facility 120
GA AVG 81
Rank #73 / 527
Yes
3
Facility 3
GA AVG 40
Rank #678 / 701
-
5
Facility 5
GA AVG 12
Rank #389 / 549
Stacey Broadnax14
3
Facility 3
GA AVG 21
Rank #154 / 478
0.2
Facility 0.2
GA AVG 1.3
Rank #110 / 478
The Marshes of Skidaway Island
IL
AL
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Savannah
31
Facility 31
GA AVG 81
Rank #456 / 527
Yes
11
Facility 11
GA AVG 40
Rank #596 / 701
Cottages / Town Homes / Villas
12
Facility 12
GA AVG 12
Rank #128 / 549
Ms. Heather Kjelstad12
12
Facility 12
GA AVG 21
Rank #315 / 478
1.0
Facility 1.0
GA AVG 1.3
Rank #303 / 478
Sunabella at Savannah
IL
AL
MC
Savannah (Southside)
36
Facility 36
GA AVG 81
Rank #442 / 527
Yes
48
Facility 48
GA AVG 40
Rank #274 / 701
-
7
Facility 7
GA AVG 12
Rank #302 / 549
Beatrice Agyemang17
16
Facility 16
GA AVG 21
Rank #344 / 478
0.9
Facility 0.9
GA AVG 1.3
Rank #284 / 478
Amber Grove @ Savannah Seasons
IL
AL
MC
Savannah (Windsor Forest)
46
Facility 46
GA AVG 81
Rank #402 / 527
No
9
Facility 9
GA AVG 40
Rank #614 / 701
-
1
Facility 1
GA AVG 12
Rank #522 / 549
Lisa Ciucevich2
2
Facility 2
GA AVG 21
Rank #128 / 478
1.0
Facility 1.0
GA AVG 1.3
Rank #303 / 478

Rank badges are statewide: each community is ranked against every GA community we track that reports that metric, not just the 15 analyzed for Savannah. See how we rank facilities

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Overview of The Social at Savannah

The Social at Savannah is a stunning community that offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care. This community is managed by a dedicated professional care staff who puts the residents at the top of their priority list, ensuring that every service they provide is delivered with compassion and kindness. A priority at The Social at Savannah is to maintain a sense of individuality and independence for every senior through personalized care plans, allowing each resident to continue living an active lifestyle.

The Social at Savannah provides essential services and amenities that help make the lives of each individual worry-free– housekeeping, transportation, ADLs, outdoor and indoor common areas, and engaging activities. This community has a lot of open spaces for socialization and private cozy bedrooms– both promoting an environment where residents can thrive or rejuvenate.

Contact The Social at Savannah

Overview of Sunabella Senior Living

Sunabella Senior Living is a nurturing home for seniors looking for independent living and assisted living options. Located in Savannah, it offers an enriching experience with spacious accommodations and diverse activities that are aimed to improve the quality of life of each senior that stays in the residence. Its staff endeavors to dive deep into the individuality of each resident to provide everyone the best possible care as unique goals and needs are addressed. This approach towards care provides a secure and comfortable environment for all residents– whether they want independence with minimal assistance or an extra layer of support, personalized care is guaranteed.

From cozy one-bedroom suites to sizable one-bedroom apartments and double suites, Sunabella Senior Living is dedicated to providing warmth and relief to its residents. A testament to this dedication is its rich menu of amenities including daily meals, medication management, housekeeping and laundry services, and transportation services. 

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Overview of Magnolia Manor of Richmond Hill

Peacefully nestled in the quiet setting of Savannah, GA, Magnolia Manor of Richmond Hill is an idyllic retreat that offers independent living. The community also provides assisted living and catered living for those needing care. With 88 specially designed and spacious one- and two-bedroom floor plans, residents can ease their worries and live comfortably.

A well-thought-out calendar of enriching activities and engaging programs is conducted to keep residents active and socially connected. Delicious and well-balanced meals are also available for residents’ dietary needs and preferences. Residents enjoy the best of their golden years with the community’s vibrant and friendly environment.

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Overview of Summer Breeze Senior Living

Summer Breeze Senior Living is a senior living community located in Savannah, Georgia offering a variety of living options, including independent living, assisted living, and memory care, all complemented by a selection of accommodating floor plans. 

Residents get access to a wide range of community amenities, such as weekly housekeeping, a salon, a library, activities, and transportation for appointments. This assisted living community takes pride in creating a vibrant and engaging environment that fosters a fulfilling and enriching lifestyle for its residents, ensuring that each day is brimming with joy and meaningful experiences. 

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Overview of Savannah Square

Savannah Square provides assisted living and independent living in Savannah, GA. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks while a resident maintains a private living space, while independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care. With both care levels available, Savannah Square may suit a resident whose care needs could grow over time without requiring a move to another community.

The community has 46 beds, making it a smaller setting where residents and staff may get to know one another. Housing includes one-bedroom and two-bedroom options, with the two-bedroom layout able to suit a couple moving together. Pets are allowed, so residents can bring a pet when moving in. Kimberly Smith serves as the administrator, and the single-story building keeps all residences on one level.

A Walk Score of 33 places Savannah Square in a car-dependent setting, so most errands require a car or a ride. Residents who no longer drive will generally need transportation for shopping, appointments and other errands.

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Overview of Thrive on Skidaway

Situated on Skidaway Island, Thrive is a senior living community just a short distance from downtown Savannah. It offers customized care for several levels of support– independent living, assisted living, and memory care. The staff in this community focuses on giving residents the best quality of life possible which is achieved through programs geared towards building lasting relationships, fostering a sense of belongingness, and leading a purposeful life. With the belief that great care is a by-product of a meaningful relationship, the heart of Thrive Senior Living’s service stems directly from building the community.

The curated array of activities to choose from removes boredom from their residents’ vocabulary. A fire pit, a movie theater, a barre studio, and a trip to Georgia’s finest attractions are just a few of the things your loved one can enjoy at Thrive at Skidaway.

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Overview of Harmony at Savannah

Savannah families weighing senior care options will find Harmony at Savannah covers a lot of ground at once. It offers Assisted Living, Independent Living, and Memory Care in the same community, which means a couple with different needs, or someone whose needs shift down the road, doesn’t have to start over somewhere new. The address is 9136 Old Montgomery Rd, and the place has been open five years now, with 120 beds giving it real size without feeling like a mega-facility.

Here’s something worth knowing before you plan a visit: the Walk Score here is a 3 out of 100. That’s car-dependent territory. If you’re picturing strolls to a coffee shop or grabbing lunch on foot, that’s not really the setup.

On care itself, there’s rehab services, respite care, nursing services, and staff around the clock. Short-term stays are also an option, which is honestly a good move if you’re not ready to commit long-term, maybe recovering from surgery, maybe just testing the waters. Memory Care being built into the same community means a resident whose needs change doesn’t have to pack up and move across town.

The amenities lean toward the social side of things: movie theater, bistro, library, game room, and grounds with an actual walking path (a nice irony given the Walk Score situation outside the gates). Pets are allowed too, so residents don’t have to say goodbye to a dog or cat as the price of moving in.

Stacey Broadnax runs the place administratively, so that’s your point of contact if you want specifics on care planning or admissions.

Georgia’s Department of Community Health inspects communities like this one, and the themes that come up here center on documentation and care planning practices, plus attention to fall and injury prevention.

Contact Harmony at Savannah

Overview of The Marshes of Skidaway Island

Indulge in resort-style services amidst a cozy setting with The Marshes of Skidaway Island, a blissful community in Savannah, GA for independent living. The community allows its residents to live independently without the worries of maintenance and housekeeping. Residents can choose from an array of cottages and townhomes in seven different floor plans for a living environment that suits their tastes and budget.

The community also provides a full continuum of on-site care, including assisted living, memory care, and rehabilitation services for residents’ changing needs. Residents’ living experience is enhanced by a delectable dining experience that caters to special dietary needs. Safety is also highly prioritized with 24-hour security, an emergency power system, and the community’s EverSafe 360 program that focuses on sanitation, security, and air quality.

Contact The Marshes of Skidaway Island

Overview of Sunabella at Savannah

Welcome to Sunabella Senior Living, a community that offers affordable family-style independent and assisted living committed to providing a welcoming and enriched lifestyle, with a strong emphasis on family and social connections. Their dedicated team takes the time to personally know each resident, ensuring the best possible care that honors their individual needs.
Sunabella at Savannah is a compassionate memory care community, offering a supportive home for individuals with memory disorders. The environment is designed to be caring, safe, and comforting, fostering an atmosphere of family living. Each resident at Sunabella at Savannah receives dignified and personalized care, while the experienced caregivers assist both residents and their families in coping with memory loss and related challenges. With a focus on creating a warm and inclusive environment, Sunabella Senior Living is dedicated to making each day special for its residents in this new community.

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Overview of Amber Grove @ Savannah Seasons

Amber Grove @ Savannah Seasons offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care in Savannah, GA. Independent living means private living with community services and no daily care, while assisted living provides help with dressing, bathing, medication, and other tasks while the resident keeps an apartment. Memory care is offered in a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering, and respite care provides a short stay when a family caregiver needs time to travel or recover.

The community has 46 beds. Its size may give residents and staff more opportunity to get to know one another, while the multiple care levels can support a resident whose needs grow over time without requiring a move to another community. Lisa Ciucevich serves as the administrator.

Residents can join fitness classes and social events, and memory enhancing programs provide activities focused on cognitive engagement. Rehabilitation services support therapy during recovery. Chef crafted meals are served in a restaurant style setting, and transportation is available for residents who need help getting to activities or appointments.

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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 Savannah, GA

What is the average cost of independent living in Savannah, GA?

The average monthly cost of independent living in Savannah, GA is approximately $1,683. Actual rates vary by community, level of care, and floorplan.

What is the price range for independent living in Savannah, GA?

Independent living in Savannah, GA typically ranges from $467 - $4,372 per month, depending on the community, room type, and care needs.

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 15 independent living communities in Savannah, GA. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right independent living community in Savannah, GA?

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 Savannah, GA, 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 Savannah, GA?

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.