Page 12 of Best Independent Living in Tennessee

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 129 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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Avg Walk Score: 36/ 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: 83The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Tennessee. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90
Overview of Park Place of West Knoxville

Park Place of West Knoxville offers independent living and respite care in Knoxville, TN. Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care, while respite care offers a short stay, so Park Place of West Knoxville may be a good fit for someone who wants independent living or needs temporary support while a usual caregiver travels or recovers.

Housing includes studios, one-bedroom apartments, and two-bedroom apartments. A studio provides a single private space, while a two-bedroom option can suit a couple moving together or someone who wants a companion. In the Bearden neighborhood, the area has a Walk Score of 49 and is car-dependent, so a resident who does not drive would need a car or a ride for most errands. Pets are allowed, so residents may bring a pet.

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Regency Senior Living

6711 Mountain View Rd #205, Collegedale, TN 37363
Overview of Regency Senior Living

Create meaningful moments in retirement at Regency Senior Living, a blissful community in Ooltewah, TN, offering independent living, assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing rehabilitation, and respite care. Residents receive the highest quality of care tailored to their unique needs from a kind and highly trained team available around the clock. Housekeeping, laundry, and other chores are taken care of, ensuring residents have more time to do the things they love.

Residents are encouraged to live actively and make new friends with a carefully planned calendar of engaging activities and enriching programs. Delicious and healthy meals are also served to satisfy residents’ dietary needs and preferences. With several locations across the country, the community ensures older adults find the place that best matches their needs and preferences.

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Overview of Sycamore Ridge Gracious Retirement Living

Dedicated to making a difference in seniors’ everyday life, Sycamore Ridge is a dedicated senior living community in Collierville, TN, offering independent living. Residents enjoy spacious studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments designed with seniors’ welfare in mind and built with various safety features for a secure and safe environment. A third-party home care provider ensures residents needing basic assistance like medication reminders are given the support they need to continue living their active lives.

The community provides a supportive environment where residents can flourish and enjoy an enriching life. They do this by conducting a wide variety of regularly planned activities, excursions, and fun events, both inside and outside the community. Meals are guaranteed to be delicious and healthy with a meticulous team of chefs that handle all the cooking and craft menus based on residents’ dietary needs. Amenities include a theater, spacious library with cozy fireplace, salon, card rooms, fitness center, and scenic walking paths, providing plenty of opportunities for a productive and exciting everyday life.

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Overview of Red Stone Estates

Red Stone Estates is a premier Independent Senior Living community that fosters a vibrant sense of community and connection. Nestled in the heart of Chattanooga, Tennessee, this pet-friendly haven offers a prime central location, ensuring convenient access to all that residents desire.

Residents revel in diverse, engaging activities that infuse each day with purpose. They also get access to newly appointed senior living apartments featuring exceptional amenities. Notably, each apartment has its own washer and dryer, enhancing daily life with added convenience and comfort. Whether it’s the camaraderie of friends within the community or welcoming family and loved ones, Red Stone Estates becomes the backdrop for creating lasting and cherished memories.

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Overview of Jackson Meadow – a Provincial Senior Living Community

Residing in the ethereal setting of Max Lane Drive, Jackson, TN is the venerable senior living community of Jackson Meadow that focuses on independent living. Experience unrivaled comfort and convenience with purposely built and spacious selections of suites, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom residences. A wide array of services are offered to ease seniors’ hassles in their daily lives.

Take your golden years to the next level with stunning amenities that are specially designed with seniors’ leisure and safety in mind. Whether you want a relaxing time for yourself or create lasting moments with friends, the community strives to provide it. As a Provincial Senior Living Community, Jackson Meadow is committed to enhancing seniors’ quality of life by providing them with the highest quality of senior living experience.

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Overview of Wesley at Martin

A specially designed senior apartment for adults aged 62 and older, Wesley at Martin in Hannings Lane, Martin, TN, is committed to providing the finest retirement experience with independent living services. The community ensures seniors’ comfort and safety with plenty of secure and cozy amenities. Seniors live without worries with a care team with well-trained and licensed professionals attending to their needs and preferences.

Learning is a lifelong journey and the community empowers residents to enjoy educational opportunities with various programs that enable them to learn new skills. Moreover, wellness programs are also conducted to keep residents physically fit. Wesley at Martin is ideal for seniors aiming to downsize in retirement and make every moment of their best years count with its vibrant and inviting environment.

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Overview of Blakeford at Green Hills

Blakeford Senior Life is a nonprofit organization based in Nashville that has been dedicated to serving seniors for over 20 years. Tucked in lush and scenic acres, the community focuses on enriching the lives of its residents. They offer various lifestyle options, including independent living, assisted living, and memory care. Their Life Care program offers a long-term care plan to protect the assets of their residents and ensure their peace of mind.
Currently, Blakeford Senior Life is expanding with 50 new spacious apartment homes and new facilities. They provide different amenities based on the lifestyle option chosen, but all residents have access to a library, wellness center with a pool, gym, and spa, wireless internet, utilities, programs and excursions, guest privileges, therapy services, transportation, and much more. This home is sure to offer a lot more in the years to come, providing seniors the unimaginable kind of care that they deserve.

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Easehouse Senior Apartments

795 Ridge Lake Blvd, Suite 300, Memphis, TN 38120
Overview of Easehouse Senior Apartments

Live a blissful retirement at Easehouse Senior Apartments, a beautifully designed 62+ community in Memphis, TN, offering independent living. The community features sophisticated and spacious one- and two-bedroom accommodations, ensuring residents’ comfort and safety. To maintain affordability, the community offers income-based rents so residents can downsize in retirement while staying on a budget.

Residents have quick access to recreation and wellness with plenty of leisure sites and convenient local amenities. Kitchens, medical alert systems, and transportation services are also provided for residents’ convenience and safety. The community is ideal for those aiming to spend their golden years without hassles, especially with its many amenities and top-notch services.

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Overview of Richland Place

Richland Place is a not-for-profit assisted living community in Nashville, TN, that offers personal care and independent living. The community also promotes a nurturing and welcoming environment, ensuring older adults can feel at home during their stay. With 24-hour support, fine dining options, and weekly housekeeping, residents can maintain their independence with ease. Through personalized care plans, the community also strives to understand residents’ needs and habits.

Fitness programs, social events, and chess are just some of the daily activities dedicated to helping residents learn and stay active. With a swimming pool, a library, and a spacious dining room, residents have more opportunities for interactions and relaxation. Ideally located along I-440 in the quiet residential area of Nashville, the community guarantees accessibility and convenience. As one of the trusted options for senior living in Tennessee, this assisted living community ensures older adults receive high quality of services to make the most of their later years.

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Overview of Brightmore

Located in Memphis, TN, Brightmore, now known as The Summit of Germantown, is an upscale retirement community that offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care. The community also features studios to two-bedroom apartments for older adults’ comfort and safety. Chef-prepared meals, housekeeping, personal care, transportation, and medication management are also provided to enrich residents’ living experiences. Through personalized care plans, the community strives to meet residents’ needs and preferences.

Social outings, fitness programs, and a variety of activities are conducted to promote socialization and active living. This pet-friendly community is also equipped with a fitness center, walking paths, and a residents’ lounge. Located along Quince Road in Memphis, the community guarantees accessibility and convenience. This retirement community has upscale amenities and services, making it an ideal option for senior living in Tennessee.

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Weighting overview

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    Resident Experience
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    Regulatory
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    Visual Media
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    Website
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    Stability
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    Environment
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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.

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  • Review Sentiment
  • Review Volume
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Regulatory & Safety Record 25%

State inspection records, citations, and complaint visits. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.

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  • State Inspections
  • Citations/Inspection
  • % Inspections w/ Citations
  • Complaint Visits
  • Accreditations
  • BBB Rating
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Visual Media & Transparency 15%

Communities that publish high-quality visuals give families a real preview. No photos or tours = a negative transparency signal.

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  • Video Tours
  • Virtual Walkthroughs
  • Photo Quantity
  • Photo Quality
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Website & Operator Transparency 10%

Site quality and whether the operator publishes basic accountability information — staff names, contact details, ownership.

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  • Website Content
  • Mobile Usability
  • Staff Info Available
  • Owner Info Available
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Community Stability 10%

Operational signals indicating whether a community is well-run and meeting demand.

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  • Occupancy Rate
  • Bed Options
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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.

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  • Walk Score
  • Pricing Transparency
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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 129 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.