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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. 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.
Somerby Baxter Village
IL
AL
MC
RC
Fort Mill
114
Facility 114
SC AVG 82
Rank #13 / 78
Yes-
Presbyterian Communities of South Carolina-Columbia
IL
AL
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Lexington
91
Facility 91
SC AVG 82
Rank #29 / 78
No-
Inverness of Spartanburg
IL
AL
RC
Spartanburg
100
Facility 100
SC AVG 82
Rank #21 / 78
No-
Restoration at Simpsonville
IL
AL
MC
Simpsonville
93
Facility 93
SC AVG 82
Rank #26 / 78
No-
River Park Senior Living
IL
AL
MC
Little River
90
Facility 90
SC AVG 82
Rank #30 / 78
No-
The Woodlands at Furman
IL
AL
CCRC
MC
NH
SNF
Greenville
-No
10
Facility 10
SC AVG 32
Rank #55 / 68
Martha Franks Baptist Retirement Community
IL
AL
HC
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Laurens
82
Facility 82
SC AVG 82
Rank #35 / 78
No-
Revela at Mt. Pleasant Independent Living
IL
Mount Pleasant (Hunter's Trace Townhomes)
-Yes
46
Facility 46
SC AVG 32
Rank #17 / 68
Clemson Heritage
IL
AL
MC
RC
Clemson
96
Facility 96
SC AVG 82
Rank #25 / 78
No-
Magnolia Bridge at Murrells Inlet
IL
AL
MC
RC
Murrells Inlet
82
Facility 82
SC AVG 82
Rank #35 / 78
Yes-

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Overview of Somerby Baxter Village

Administered by Sara Melody, Somerby Baxter Village in Fort Mill, SC, offers independent living, assisted living, memory care, and respite care. Along with a 114-bed capacity, the community also features a dedicated Alzheimer’s unit for those who require specialized care for memory-related conditions. Moreover, respite care is available for families seeking temporary relief, particularly when their usual caregiver needs time away.

Additionally, pets are allowed, so a resident can continue living with an animal companion. An on-site salon and spa also support personal grooming, while transportation is available for residents who need help traveling beyond the community.

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Overview of Presbyterian Communities of South Carolina-Columbia

Presbyterian Communities of South Carolina-Columbia offers nursing home, skilled nursing, assisted living, independent living, memory care, and respite care in Lexington, SC. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication, while independent living provides a private living arrangement with community services but no daily care.

Memory care is provided in a secured setting with supervision. Skilled nursing includes licensed nursing care around the clock. Respite care is available for short stays, which can give a family caregiver time to travel or recover.

The range of care levels may suit a resident whose needs grow over time, since moving to another level of care may not require leaving the community. The community has 91 beds, giving it a defined capacity for its residents.

Short term and outpatient rehabilitation are available for temporary recovery needs or therapy without an overnight stay. Presbyterian Communities of South Carolina operates the community, and Meredith Hughes serves as administrator.

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Overview of Inverness of Spartanburg

Inverness of Spartanburg delivers a mix of independent living, assisted living, and respite care options in Spartanburg, South Carolina. Residents in independent living manage their own routines without care services, while assisted living provides hand-on help with everyday activities. Short-term respite stays accommodate individuals whose regular caregivers require temporary time off. Combining these distinct programs on one campus enables residents to adjust their support level smoothly as their care needs shift over time.

This 100-bed campus operates under the leadership of administrator Tina H. Metcalf. Dining options feature restaurant-style meals served alongside alternative menu choices to match individual preferences. On-site conveniences include a full-service salon and spa for routine personal grooming and relaxation.

Individuals considering short-term stays or long-term senior care options in the Spartanburg area can reach Inverness of Spartanburg to discuss current availability or request additional details.

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Overview of Restoration at Simpsonville

Restoration at Simpsonville offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care in Simpsonville, SC. Independent living means private living with community services and no daily care, while assisted living includes help with daily tasks and memory care provides a secured setting with supervision.

With all three care levels in one community, Restoration at Simpsonville may be a good fit for a resident whose needs could grow over time. The community has 93 beds, wheelchair accessible living spaces for residents who use wheelchairs in their homes and shared areas, ministry opportunities for faith-based activities, and Lynn Mims as administrator.

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Overview of River Park Senior Living

River Park Senior Living provides independent living, assisted living, memory care, and short-term respite stays in Little River, South Carolina. Independent living residents enjoy private apartments free from daily care obligations, whereas assisted living adds personal help with dressing, bathing, and medication routines. Those managing memory loss reside in a secured environment designed to prevent wandering. Having these distinct care levels under one roof allows residents to transition to higher support as their health needs shift.

Operating under Ahr Little River Sc Alf Trs Sub, the 90-bed community is managed by administrator Tommy Jackson. The physical capacity ensures structured support while maintaining personal attention across all care departments.

Older adults looking for flexible senior housing options in Horry County can reach out to River Park Senior Living to explore available floor plans and tour the facilities.

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The Woodlands at Furman

1500 Trailhead Ct, Greenville, SC 29617
Overview of The Woodlands at Furman

The Woodlands at Furman is located on Trailhead Court in Greenville, South Carolina, about 7.4 miles from the downtown area. It’s structured as a “life plan community,” which means it houses nursing care, assisted living, independent living, and memory care all under one roof. From a planning perspective, I find that kind of setup quite efficient; it’s designed to help you avoid the logistical and emotional stress of moving to a new campus if your care needs happen to evolve later on.

The community is in a mid-rise building, and they offer one-, two-, and three-bedroom floor plans. That’s a wider range of layouts than you usually find in standard skilled nursing facilities, which suggests they’re oriented toward long-term residency rather than just short-term rehab, though they do have rehabilitation services on-site if you need them.

The daily staffing numbers break down to 1 hour and 26 minutes of RN care, 53 minutes of LPN/LVN support, and 3 hours and 14 minutes from nurse aides per resident. The neighborhood itself is very car-dependent, with a Walk Score of 10. You won’t find much within easy walking distance, so visiting family or running errands will definitely require a car.

A major logistical point to factor into your financial planning: The Woodlands at Furman is not a CMS-certified provider for Medicare or Medicaid. They are private-pay only. If you were counting on those government programs to cover costs, you’ll need to look at other options or verify their status directly before making any commitments.

Ultimately, this is a campus designed for someone who wants to plant roots in one place through multiple stages of life, from active living to more intensive support, without having to relocate.

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Overview of Martha Franks Baptist Retirement Community

Martha Franks Baptist Retirement Community offers independent living, assisted living, memory care, home care, respite care, nursing home care and skilled nursing in Laurens, SC. Independent living provides private living with community services rather than daily care, while assisted living helps with tasks such as bathing, dressing and medication management. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering, and skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care on site around the clock.

Home care is also available for support where a person lives, and respite care provides a short stay for someone whose usual caregiver needs to travel or recover. With several care levels available, the community may be a good fit for a resident whose needs grow over time and who may be able to remain in the same community as care requirements change. The community has 82 beds.

Residents can attend religious services in the chapel, use the beauty and barber shop, and dine on Southern style meals. Rehabilitation services are available for residents who need therapeutic support, while the bistro offers another on site dining setting. Medicare, Medicaid and private pay are accepted, giving families options that include coverage for short term skilled care after a hospital stay, Medicaid support when savings may not cover a long stay, or direct payment. Total nurse staffing is 4 hours and 43 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily hands on nursing time assigned per resident. Robert Sprouse serves as administrator, and the community is operated by South Carolina Baptist Ministries For The Aging.

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Overview of Revela at Mt. Pleasant Independent Living

Revela at Mt. Pleasant Independent Living offers independent living in Mount Pleasant, SC. Residents have private living with community services and manage their daily care independently, making the community a possible fit for someone who wants that level of support.

A Walk Score of 46 places the area in a car-dependent band, so most errands require a car or a ride and a resident who no longer drives will need transportation for routine trips. Pets are allowed, so a resident can bring a pet when moving in.

Contact Revela at Mt. Pleasant Independent Living

Overview of Clemson Heritage

Clemson Heritage offers assisted living, independent living, memory care, and respite care in Clemson, SC. In assisted living, residents keep an apartment while receiving help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication.

Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care. Memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering, while respite care through the Short-Term Stays program gives families a temporary care option when a usual caregiver needs to travel or recover.

There are 96 beds, and Nathaniel Nauss serves as the administrator. With several care levels, Clemson Heritage may be a good fit for a resident whose needs may grow over time, and transportation is available for medical appointments and regularly scheduled shopping trips instead of requiring families to arrange a separate ride.

Contact Clemson Heritage

Overview of Magnolia Bridge at Murrells Inlet

Magnolia Bridge at Murrells Inlet offers assisted living, independent living, memory care, and respite care in Murrells Inlet, SC. 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. Memory care is provided in a secured setting with supervision, and respite care offers a short term stay when a resident’s usual caregiver needs to travel or recover.

The community has 82 beds. Having several care types in one community may suit a resident whose needs grow over time, since changing care levels can happen without leaving the community or starting over socially. Pets are allowed, so a resident can bring a pet with them.

Residents can use the swimming pool, fitness center, beauty salon or barber, restaurant style dining, scheduled transportation, and rehabilitation services. Activities and programs support social connection, creativity, learning, and physical fitness. An outdoor grilling area provides another space for outdoor use. Katherine Weaver serves as administrator, and Bfg Compass Murrells Inlet Propco operates the community.

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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.