Page 5 of Best Independent Living in South Carolina

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 110 independent living communities in SC using SC Dept. of Public Health (DPH) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank independent living in SC
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Info below is compiled from the SC Dept. of Public Health (DPH), 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. HC (Home Care): Professional care delivered in the person's own home, from companionship to skilled nursing. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment. PC (Palliative Care): Comfort-focused care for serious illness at any stage, including alongside curative treatment. CCRC (Continuing Care Retirement Community): A campus with multiple care levels so residents can age in place without moving.
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.
Park Pointe Village
IL
AL
CCRC
HOS
MC
NH
PC
SNF
Rock Hill
20
Facility 20
SC AVG 82
Rank #78 / 78
Yes
7
Facility 7
SC AVG 32
Rank #61 / 68
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Lakes at Litchfield Assisted Living
IL
AL
MC
NH
SNF
Pawleys Island
79
Facility 79
SC AVG 82
Rank #39 / 78
Yes--
Lodge at Wellmore
IL
AL
MC
NH
SNF
Tega Cay
60
Facility 60
SC AVG 82
Rank #50 / 78
Yes--
White Oak Estates
IL
AL
MC
NH
SNF
Spartanburg
88
Facility 88
SC AVG 82
Rank #33 / 78
No--
The Heritage at Lowman Rehabilitation and Healthcare
IL
AL
HOS
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Chapin
176
Facility 176
SC AVG 82
Rank #2 / 78
No--
Overture West Ashley 55+ Active Adult Apartment Homes
IL
Charleston (West Ashley)
-Yes
71
Facility 71
SC AVG 32
Rank #4 / 68
1 Bed / 2 Bed
Merrill Gardens at Greenville
IL
Greenville (Payne-Logan)
-Yes
74
Facility 74
SC AVG 32
Rank #3 / 68
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Presbyterian Communities of South Carolina
IL
AL
CCRC
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Columbia (Seven Oaks)
-Yes
57
Facility 57
SC AVG 32
Rank #7 / 68
Studio
Inspire Sandhill
IL
Columbia
-Yes
57
Facility 57
SC AVG 32
Rank #7 / 68
1 Bed / 2 Bed
TerraBella Myrtle Beach
IL
HC
Myrtle Beach (Saint James Square)
-Yes
52
Facility 52
SC AVG 32
Rank #13 / 68
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each independent living community is ranked against every other SC independent living community we track that reports that metric, not just the 110 on this page. See how we rank facilities

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Overview of Park Pointe Village

Operated by Acts Retirement-Life Communities Inc, Park Pointe Village is a nursing home in Rock Hill, South Carolina. It offers skilled nursing, assisted living, memory care, independent living, hospice, and palliative care. Marie Lunow serves as the administrator. Residents live in private suites and have cable TV and emergency call systems, with staff available around the clock.

The two-story community has 20 beds and offers studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom floor plans. It currently has an occupancy rate of 82%. Residents stay an average of 99 days, reflecting a strong focus on short-term rehabilitation. The community accepts Medicare and private pay, giving families more than one way to cover the cost of care.

Rehabilitation services include physical, occupational, and speech therapy for residents recovering from neurological conditions, joint replacement, orthopaedic surgery, or arthritis-related mobility challenges. Residents receive an average of about 5 hours and 12 minutes of nursing care each day. This includes roughly 55 minutes provided by registered nurses.

A dedicated memory care program is available for residents who need specialised support. Fitness and recreation programmes, transportation services, and a pet-friendly policy are also part of daily life. The neighbourhood has a Walk Score of 7. It’s a car-dependent area where most errands and outings require a vehicle.

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Lakes at Litchfield Assisted Living

120 Lakes At Litchfield Dr, Pawleys Island, SC 29585-5515
Overview of Lakes at Litchfield Assisted Living

Lakes at Litchfield Assisted Living in Pawleys Island, South Carolina, features independent living, assisted living, memory care, nursing home care, and skilled nursing services. Private housing options accommodate active seniors, whereas assisted living programs aid with daily personal tasks. Secured memory units protect individuals prone to wandering, and short-term respite stays allow temporary caregiver relief.

This 79-bed facility maintains an average of 4 hours and 21 minutes of total daily nurse staffing per resident. Litchfield Retirement operates the location alongside administrator Joseph Mason, and pet-friendly accommodations are welcome. Payment structures include private pay as well as Medicare for eligible short-term stays following a hospitalization.

Prospective residents can get in touch with Lakes at Litchfield Assisted Living to confirm room availability, review financial arrangements, and plan a site visit.

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Overview of Lodge at Wellmore

Lodge at Wellmore offers nursing home care, assisted living, independent living, memory care, nursing care, and skilled nursing in Tega Cay, South Carolina. Independent living provides a private living arrangement with community services and no daily care, while assisted living lets a resident keep an apartment with help with dressing, bathing, and medications. Memory care is provided in a secured setting with supervision, and nursing care and skilled nursing include licensed nursing care on site around the clock.

The range of care levels may suit a resident whose needs grow over time, since moving to another level can happen without leaving the community. The community has 60 beds, which gives families a clear sense of its overall size but does not show how care is delivered. Medicare and private pay are accepted: Medicare covers short term skilled care after a hospital stay rather than long term residence, while private pay means the family pays directly for care. Total nurse staffing is 4 hours 42 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily nursing time assigned to each resident.

On site rehabilitation services and the Short Term Rehab program let residents recovering from an injury or illness receive therapy without arranging outside transportation. Fine dining and a café and bar give residents places to eat and spend time, while a salon and spa provide personal grooming services. The pet friendly policy allows residents to keep a pet, and respite care provides a short stay for a family caregiver who needs to travel or recover. David M. Dunn is the administrator, Jasmine Richard is the director, and Wellmore Of Tega Cay operates the community.

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Overview of White Oak Estates

White Oak Estates offers nursing home, assisted living, independent living, memory care, skilled nursing, and short term rehabilitation in Spartanburg, SC. Nursing home and skilled nursing care provide licensed nursing care on site around the clock. Short term rehabilitation supports a temporary recovery stay. Assisted living helps with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication while a resident maintains a private living space, while independent living offers private living with community services and no daily care.

Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. The community has 88 beds, giving families a clear sense of its size without indicating a particular level of occupancy. Total nurse staffing is 3h 58m per resident per day, representing daily hands on nursing time for each resident.

Payment options include Medicaid, Medicare, and private pay. Medicaid may help eligible residents whose savings do not cover a long stay, Medicare covers short term skilled care after a hospital stay rather than long term residence, and private pay means paying directly. Emma Bowers serves as the administrator, and Nhc Estates operates the community.

The combination of independent living, assisted living, memory care, nursing home, and skilled nursing may be a good fit for a resident whose needs could grow over time, because moving to another care level may not require leaving the community.

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Overview of The Heritage at Lowman Rehabilitation and Healthcare

The Heritage at Lowman Rehabilitation and Healthcare offers nursing home and skilled nursing care, assisted living, hospice care, independent living, memory care, and respite care in Chapin, SC. Assisted living provides help with daily tasks, while memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering.

Independent living supports private living with community services and no daily care, while respite care provides a short stay when a usual caregiver needs to travel or recover. The combination of care levels may be a good fit for a resident whose needs may grow over time, since the community can support changing care needs without requiring a move to another community.

Skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care on site around the clock, and hospice care supports residents receiving end of life care. The Rehabilitation & Nursing program includes rehabilitation services, giving residents access to recovery focused care through the community’s programs. The community has 176 beds. Amanda Knowles serves as administrator, and Lutheran Homes Of South Carolina operates the community.

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Overview of Overture West Ashley 55+ Active Adult Apartment Homes

Overture West Ashley is a 55+ adult community that offers the best balance of urban living and assistance with everyday tasks. Offering a range of opportunities tailor-fit for its residents, seniors can surely feel inspired to create a better life with the continuum of care provided. Daily chores are left to the staff as residents are encouraged to live a hassle-free lifestyle. Overture West Ashley is an elegant senior living home that aims to enhance and enrich the lives of its residents.

In order to keep the residents active and allow them to maintain a healthy lifestyle, the staff plans engaging activities and programs– recreational activities, fitness activities, and entertainment programs in the library, media room, or social areas.

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Overview of Merrill Gardens at Greenville

Merrill Gardens at Greenville is an independent senior living community offering resort-style amenities in Greenville, South Carolina. Located near the historic Main Street, the Kroc Aquatic Center, and Fluor Field, the community is within walking distance of numerous shopping and dining options, providing easy access to a wide variety of local attractions, parks, and museums.

With a month-to-month rental option, Merrill Gardens at Greenville offers flexibility and quality senior living from a family-owned company that values connection. Residents can choose from 129 apartment options, including studios, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom units, and enjoy concierge services, scheduled transportation, 24-hour staffing, and weekly housekeeping. The community’s Anytime Dining program provides fresh, restaurant-style meals served seven days a week, allowing residents to live a full and happy life built around their delights and hobbies. Established in 1993, Merrill Gardens is one of the most respected senior living providers in the country, with a strong foundation of family, community, and entrepreneurial spirit. Merrill Gardens at Greenville is designed to promote easy access to local attractions and offer residents a vibrant, neighborhood-like living experience.

Starting Price $2,895/Month

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Overview of Presbyterian Communities of South Carolina

Presbyterian Communities of South Carolina in Seven Oaks emphasizes enriching and empowering its seniors’ lives. With an emphasis on short-term and outpatient nursing, management and staff offer best-in-class service when attending to any resident’s needs. The home helps residents thrive, reach their fullest potential, and cultivate holistic wellness. The Presbyterian guarantees unparalleled, luxurious care in a hotel-like community.

All residents receive essential services such as concierge, scheduled transportation, housekeeping, linen services, and housekeeping. One of its specialties is rehabilitation services, focusing on occupational, speech, and physical; 24/7 nursing care, health and wellness activities, therapy coverage, personalized care programs, and routine check-ups– among many others.

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Overview of Inspire Sandhill

Nestled in the picturesque city of Columbia, South Carolina, Inspire Sandhill by Liberty Senior Living offers an exquisite living experience tailored to your desired lifestyle. Whether you are enjoying retirement or seeking a maintenance-free housing option, Inspire Sandhill provides an array of luxurious features and amenities for your comfort and convenience.

Embrace a life free from the responsibilities of traditional homeownership at Inspire Sandhill. Thoughtfully curated in-home features and community amenities have been specifically designed to cater to our active adult residents aged 55 and over. Take advantage of the outdoor putting green, let your creativity run wild at the art center, stay fit at the on-site fitness center guided by a trainer, cool off in the swimming pool, or pamper yourself at the on-site salon and barber shop. Their concierge services further enhance your experience, granting you more time to indulge in the activities you cherish most.

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TerraBella Myrtle Beach

3736 Robert M Grissom Pkwy, Myrtle Beach, SC 29577
Overview of TerraBella Myrtle Beach

TerraBella Myrtle Beach is a stunning sanctuary that boasts exquisite surroundings. Life in this community is enhanced by the unwavering support of its professional care staff, offering an intimate and home-like atmosphere for an independent lifestyle. TerraBella Myrtle Beach undoubtedly delivers world-class hospitality as shown by their strong online reviews and reputation of care and service.

This community provides exclusive programs, such as the Sensations for an exceptional dining experience, the Celebrations for fun-filled programs and educational activities, and the Dimensions that focus on the health and wellness of its residents. Supportive services are also provided for its residents; its specialized healthcare program focuses on therapy programs (speech, occupational, physical) and hospice services.

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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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Independent Living in South Carolina at a glance

Avg Walk Score: 32/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in South Carolina. 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: 82The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in South Carolina. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90
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Frequently Asked Questions about Independent Living in South 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 110 independent living communities in South Carolina. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right independent living community in South 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 South 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 South 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.