Best Independent Living in Tennessee

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 128 independent living communities in TN using TN Dept. of Health (TDH) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank independent living in TN
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Info below is compiled from the TN Dept. of Health (TDH), 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. ADC (Adult Day Care): Daytime supervision, health monitoring, and social activities for seniors who live at home. 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.
Number of years the company has been in operation.
Reported or derived occupancy for the facility—typically how fully licensed capacity is utilized. Compare across peers in the same market.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
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.
Name of the licensed owner, operator, or managing entity as filed with the state. Useful for grouping facilities under the same organization.
Typical or reported average length of stay for residents, when the state publishes this aggregate figure.
Percentage of residents reported as male in state demographics, shown as a whole-number percent.
Percentage of residents reported as female in state demographics, shown as a whole-number percent.
Belmont Village Senior Living Memphis
IL
AL
MC
Memphis
120
Facility 120
TN AVG 81
Rank #10 / 78
Yes
55
Facility 55
TN AVG 38
Rank #21 / 122
-
28
Facility 28
TN AVG 22
Rank #17 / 74
85.0%
Facility 85.0%
TN AVG 74.2%
Rank #20 / 42
A+Stephanie CrumpBelmont Village Memphis Tenant, LLC
663 days
Facility 663 days
TN AVG 433
Rank #10 / 44
9338.7%61.3%2.2%5.4%8.6%9.7%17.2%28%15.1%14%3.2%95.7%1.1%
Germantown Plantation Senior Living Community
IL
AL
Germantown
152
Facility 152
TN AVG 81
Rank #2 / 78
No
55
Facility 55
TN AVG 38
Rank #21 / 122
1 Bed / 2 Bed
21
Facility 21
TN AVG 22
Rank #37 / 74
73.0%
Facility 73.0%
TN AVG 74.2%
Rank #27 / 42
A+Cynthia Ellen WorkmanGermantown Plantation Retirement Communi
1261 days
Facility 1261 days
TN AVG 433
Rank #1 / 44
14427.1%72.9%0.7%0%1.4%5.6%4.9%11.1%29.2%47.2%1.4%98.6%-
AdamsPlace
IL
AL
CCRC
MC
NH
SNF
Murfreesboro (Haynes Haven)
149
Facility 149
TN AVG 81
Rank #4 / 78
Yes
49
Facility 49
TN AVG 38
Rank #36 / 122
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
29
Facility 29
TN AVG 22
Rank #15 / 74
67.8%
Facility 67.8%
TN AVG 74.2%
Rank #28 / 42
-Buckley WinfreeAdamsplace, LLC
770 days
Facility 770 days
TN AVG 433
Rank #4 / 44
11620.7%79.3%0%0%0.9%0.9%9.5%13.8%30.2%44.8%-100%-
Dominion Senior Living of Hixson
IL
AL
CCRC
MC
Hixson
67
Facility 67
TN AVG 81
Rank #46 / 78
No
41
Facility 41
TN AVG 38
Rank #49 / 122
-
30
Facility 30
TN AVG 22
Rank #14 / 74
92.5%
Facility 92.5%
TN AVG 74.2%
Rank #9 / 42
A+Chester MathenyDominion Of Chattanooga Opco, LLC
522 days
Facility 522 days
TN AVG 433
Rank #17 / 44
7927.8%72.2%0%0%6.3%5.1%11.4%11.4%26.6%39.2%2.5%97.5%-
The Rutherford Memory Care
IL
AL
MC
NH
RC
Murfreesboro (Lascassas Villa)
32
Facility 32
TN AVG 81
Rank #69 / 78
No
32
Facility 32
TN AVG 38
Rank #76 / 122
Studio / Suite
19
Facility 19
TN AVG 22
Rank #43 / 74
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
TN AVG 74.2%
Rank #1 / 42
-Brent BrewerInspirit Rutherford Mc Operator, LLC
563 days
Facility 563 days
TN AVG 433
Rank #16 / 44
3318.2%81.8%3%9.1%3%15.2%18.2%18.2%9.1%24.2%6.1%93.9%-
Knoxville Landing
IL
AL
MC
Knoxville
102
Facility 102
TN AVG 81
Rank #22 / 78
Yes
13
Facility 13
TN AVG 38
Rank #107 / 122
Studio / 1 Bed
27
Facility 27
TN AVG 22
Rank #26 / 74
78.4%
Facility 78.4%
TN AVG 74.2%
Rank #24 / 42
-Michele BlankenshipWillow Ridge Senior Living - Knoxville L
623 days
Facility 623 days
TN AVG 433
Rank #11 / 44
11733.3%66.7%0%0.9%3.4%8.5%12.8%18.8%25.6%29.9%1.7%97.4%0.9%
Traditions of Smyrna
IL
AL
MC
Smyrna
110
Facility 110
TN AVG 81
Rank #18 / 78
Yes
20
Facility 20
TN AVG 38
Rank #99 / 122
Studio / Suite / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
7
Facility 7
TN AVG 22
Rank #66 / 74
97.3%
Facility 97.3%
TN AVG 74.2%
Rank #5 / 42
-Abra KentNic Smyrna Senior, LLC
570 days
Facility 570 days
TN AVG 433
Rank #14 / 44
10534.3%65.7%0%0%1.9%3.8%14.3%28.6%24.8%26.7%4.8%93.3%1.9%
Arcadia Senior Living Clarksville
IL
AL
MC
RC
Clarksville
90
Facility 90
TN AVG 81
Rank #34 / 78
Yes
26
Facility 26
TN AVG 38
Rank #89 / 122
1 Bed / 2 Bed
9
Facility 9
TN AVG 22
Rank #58 / 74
98.9%
Facility 98.9%
TN AVG 74.2%
Rank #4 / 42
-Sheila DickmannArcadia Of Clarksville, LLC
978 days
Facility 978 days
TN AVG 433
Rank #2 / 44
11726.5%73.5%0%0%0.9%2.6%10.3%23.9%39.3%23.1%2.6%95.7%1.7%
Stones River Manor
IL
ADC
AL
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Murfreesboro (Regency Park)
100
Facility 100
TN AVG 81
Rank #23 / 78
No
40
Facility 40
TN AVG 38
Rank #54 / 122
Private Rooms
52
Facility 52
TN AVG 22
Rank #2 / 74
88.0%
Facility 88.0%
TN AVG 74.2%
Rank #15 / 42
A+Kandie Dawn SmithStones River Manor, Inc-12317.1%82.9%0%0%1.6%5.7%8.9%14.6%30.9%38.2%-99.2%0.8%
Signal Mountain Senior Living
IL
AL
MC
RC
Chattanooga (Mountain Creek)
120
Facility 120
TN AVG 81
Rank #10 / 78
Yes
16
Facility 16
TN AVG 38
Rank #103 / 122
-
22
Facility 22
TN AVG 22
Rank #35 / 74
57.5%
Facility 57.5%
TN AVG 74.2%
Rank #31 / 42
A+Amy SilversChattanooga Senior Housing I Opco, LLC
384 days
Facility 384 days
TN AVG 433
Rank #22 / 44
10026%74%1%3%6%10%16%21%22%21%6%90%4%

Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each independent living community is ranked against every other TN independent living community we track that reports that metric, not just the 128 on this page. See how we rank facilities

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Overview of Belmont Village Senior Living Memphis

With 28 years of care, Belmont Village Senior Living Memphis offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care in Memphis, Tennessee. Licensed nurses and CNAs are on-site, ensuring residents receive continuous clinical support. The community also welcomes short-term stays to provide temporary relief to family caregivers.

The community has 120 beds, with an occupancy of 85%. Pets are allowed, so residents may bring a pet when they move in. Moreover, a swimming pool and fitness center provide places to exercise, while the salon and restaurant offer grooming and dining within the community. Transportation and shuttle services support trips off-campus.

With a Walk Score of 55 out of 100, the area falls in the somewhat walkable range, where some errands can be handled on foot, allowing a resident who no longer drives to manage some nearby errands independently.

$5,600/Month Info Pricing updated on October 13th, 2026

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Overview of Germantown Plantation Senior Living Community

Germantown Plantation Senior Living Community offers assisted living and independent living in Germantown, TN. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication while the resident keeps an apartment. Independent living provides private living with community services for someone who does not need daily care, and having both care levels may suit someone whose needs could grow over time without leaving the community.

The community has 152 beds, with one bedroom and two bedroom residences available. A two bedroom residence may work well for a couple moving together or for someone who wants a companion. An indoor swimming pool and fitness center provide places to exercise on site, while the movie theater and game room offer recreation within the community.

Transportation is available for doctor appointments and shopping, and a monthly calendar includes activities, events, and outings. A Walk Score of 55 places the area in the somewhat walkable range, so some errands can be done on foot and a resident who no longer drives may be able to complete certain trips independently. Multiple religious services are offered each week. Cynthia Ellen Workman serves as administrator, and Germantown Plantation Retirement Communi operates the community.

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AdamsPlace

1927 Memorial Blvd, Murfreesboro, TN 37129
Overview of AdamsPlace

AdamsPlace is a continuing care retirement community in Murfreesboro, TN, with independent living, assisted living, memory care, nursing home, and skilled nursing care. Independent living supports private living without daily care, while assisted living adds help with bathing, dressing, and medication. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering, and nursing home and skilled nursing care provide licensed nursing on site around the clock.

Several care levels are available in one community. AdamsPlace may be a good fit for a resident whose needs grow over time and who may be able to move between levels without leaving the community. The home has 149 beds, with studios, one-bedroom layouts, and two-bedroom layouts available. A studio provides one private space, while a two-bedroom layout can suit a couple moving together.

Total nurse staffing is 3 hours 59 minutes per resident per day, representing nearly four hours of daily nurse staffing time for each resident. Short-term rehabilitation supports recovery after illness or hospitalization. Respite care provides a temporary stay when a usual caregiver needs to travel or recover. Medicare and private pay are accepted, with Medicare applying to covered short-term skilled care and private pay meaning the family pays directly.

Residents can use restaurant-style dining, landscaped courtyards, a salon, and religious services within the community. Pets are allowed. The area has a Walk Score of 49 and is car-dependent, so most errands require a car or a ride. Buckley Winfree serves as the administrator.

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Overview of Dominion Senior Living of Hixson

Tucked in the peaceful residential area of Northpoint Boulevard, Hixson, TN, is the reliable senior living community of Dominion Senior Living of Hixson offering assisted living, memory care, and respite care. Surround yourself with beautifully crafted and senior-friendly residences to maximize comfort and safety. Considering residents’ privacy and boundaries, the community strives to provide just the right care and assistance that best matches their needs and preferences.

The community fosters a bright and welcoming environment, paving the way for seniors to create meaningful interactions and gain valuable experiences. Have the finest dining experience with healthy and delicious meals to meet dietary needs and tastes. Cozy spaces and spacious common areas fill Dominion Senior Living of Hixson, promising a retirement like no other.

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Overview of The Rutherford Memory Care

The Rutherford Memory Care offers assisted living, independent living, memory care, nursing care, and respite care in Murfreesboro, TN. Assisted living helps with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication, while independent living provides a private home with community services and no daily care. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering, nursing care adds nursing support for residents who need it, and respite care offers a short stay when a usual caregiver needs to travel or recover.

The range of care levels may be a good fit for a resident whose needs grow over time, since care can continue within the same community. The community is in the Lascassas Villa neighborhood and has studios and suites. A studio provides one private living space.

The home has 32 beds and 100% occupancy, meaning all beds are occupied. Its smaller size places fewer than 60 residents in the community, where staff and residents can get to know one another. Brent Brewer serves as administrator, and Inspirit Rutherford MC Operator operates the community.

A Walk Score of 32 places the area in a car-dependent setting, so most errands require a car or a ride. A resident who no longer drives would need transportation for those trips.

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Overview of Knoxville Landing

Knoxville Landing (Formerly Atria Weston Place) is a pet-friendly retirement community in Knoxville, TN, that offers assisted living, independent living, and memory care. Promoting a home-like atmosphere, the community ensures older adults are treated like a family. With 24-hour care, recreational activities, and housekeeping services, residents have a worry-free living. The community is dedicated to meeting older adults’ needs with personalized care plans.

Residents can find new interests and live actively with a variety of daily activities, encompassing educational, social, and cultural. An outdoor grill, walking paths, and a library are among the community’s state-of-the-art amenities that provide residents with opportunities to interact with their peers. Surrounded by local amenities, residents have easy access to their necessities. As one of Knoxville’s esteemed senior living communities, the community is a great choice for retirement.

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Overview of Traditions of Smyrna

Traditions of Smyrna offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care in Smyrna, TN. Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care, while assisted living includes help with bathing, dressing, medication, and similar daily tasks. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. With these care levels in one community, a resident’s needs may grow over time without requiring a move elsewhere.

Traditions of Smyrna has 110 beds, with studios, suites, one bedroom residences, and two bedroom residences for individuals and couples moving together. The starting price is $2,650 per month, which establishes the entry point for residence at the community. Pets are allowed, so a resident can continue living with a pet, and the dog fashion show gives residents a specific pet focused activity to attend. Abra Kent serves as administrator, and NIC Smyrna Senior operates the community.

Starting Price $2,650/Month Info Pricing updated on October 7th, 2026

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Overview of Arcadia Senior Living Clarksville

Arcadia Senior Living Clarksville provides assisted living, independent living, memory care, and respite care in Clarksville, TN. Having multiple care levels in one setting suits a resident whose needs could change over time.

In assisted living, staff help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while the resident keeps an apartment. 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, while respite care offers a short-term stay when a resident’s usual caregiver needs to travel or recover.

Arcadia Senior Living Clarksville has 90 beds and 99% occupancy, so nearly all beds are currently occupied. Housing includes one-bedroom and two-bedroom residences. The larger layout can suit a couple moving together or someone who wants a companion. The community opened in 2015.

A salon and spa are available on site for personal grooming. Scheduled transportation covers doctor visits, shopping trips, personal outings, and group activities, giving residents a planned way to reach those destinations. Pets are allowed, so residents can continue living with a pet. Sheila Dickmann serves as the administrator, and Arcadia of Clarksville operates the community.

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Overview of Stones River Manor

Situated in the lively community of Murfreesboro, Tennessee, Stones River Manor is a comprehensive senior living facility, presenting independent living, assisted living, and assured care services. As a not-for-profit establishment, Stones River Manor streamlines senior living, fostering a supportive and dynamic environment. Their services extend to adult day care and restorative care chairs, along with advanced care tailored for independent living.

With a steadfast reputation built over 40 years, this community has brought happiness to numerous families in the region, offering a vibrant and enjoyable social community. Stones River Manor provides a variety of floor plans and includes weekly housekeeping services, cable television, monthly health assessments, laundry services, and much more, ensuring a reliable and enriching experience for residents seeking independent living options.

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Signal Mountain Senior Living

1005 Mountain Creek Rd #5, Chattanooga, TN 37405
Overview of Signal Mountain Senior Living

Signal Mountain Senior Living is a distinguished senior living community in the city of Chattanooga, Tennessee. This assisted living community is thoughtfully crafted to cater to the distinct needs of aging residents, providing a range of senior living options, including assisted living, memory care services, and independent living. The community’s amenities are designed to enhance the quality of life for its residents. These include a charming dining room, a welcoming ground-level courtyard, a full-service salon for personal care, a well-equipped computer room, a fitness center for staying active, and the convenience of an on-site rehabilitation center.

Signal Mountain Senior Living residents have the choice of purposefully designed studios or one- or two-bedroom Signal Mountain Senior Living residents have the choice of purposefully designed studios or one- or two-bedroom private apartments. These well-appointed accommodations include amenities such as a full bathroom, kitchenette, emergency call response system, fire safety features, and individualized heating and cooling controls. Signal Mountain Senior Living is committed to providing a nurturing and engaging environment for older adults in Chattanooga, ensuring their well-being and comfort are top priorities.

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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 Tennessee at a glance

Avg Walk Score: 38/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Tennessee. 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: 81The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Tennessee. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90
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Frequently Asked Questions about Independent Living in Tennessee

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 128 independent living communities in Tennessee. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right independent living community in Tennessee?

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 Tennessee, 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 Tennessee?

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.