Best Independent Living in Utah

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 60 independent living communities in UT using UT Dept. of Health & Human Services (DHHS) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank independent living in UT
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Info below is compiled from the UT Dept. of Health & Human Services (DHHS), 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. 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.
A 0–100 score of a facility's regulatory inspection record, shown as a letter and compared with other facilities of the same kind in the same state. This is a proprietary Assisted Living Magazine grade. It is not a government rating. A dash means we have no inspection data for that facility.
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.
Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
How many inspections had one or more deficiencies recorded. Compare to total inspections to see how often problems were found on visit.
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.
Sagewood at Daybreak
IL
AL
MC
South Jordan (Daybreak)
125
Facility 125
UT AVG 96
Rank #7 / 29
B+Yes
67
Facility 67
UT AVG 53
Rank #18 / 59
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
11
Facility 11
UT AVG 15
Rank #18 / 35
41
1
Facility 1
UT AVG 2
Rank #13 / 28
0.3
Facility 0.3
UT AVG 0.5
Rank #15 / 28
Sagewood at Daybreak – South Jordan
IL
AL
MC
South Jordan (Daybreak)
125
Facility 125
UT AVG 96
Rank #7 / 29
B+No
67
Facility 67
UT AVG 53
Rank #18 / 59
-
11
Facility 11
UT AVG 15
Rank #18 / 35
41
1
Facility 1
UT AVG 2
Rank #13 / 28
0.3
Facility 0.3
UT AVG 0.5
Rank #15 / 28
Covington Senior Living of Lehi
IL
AL
MC
East Lehi
130
Facility 130
UT AVG 96
Rank #5 / 29
B+No
70
Facility 70
UT AVG 53
Rank #16 / 59
-
8
Facility 8
UT AVG 15
Rank #25 / 35
41
1
Facility 1
UT AVG 2
Rank #13 / 28
0.3
Facility 0.3
UT AVG 0.5
Rank #15 / 28
Carrington Court
IL
AL
MC
RC
South Jordan (Santorini Village)
105
Facility 105
UT AVG 96
Rank #14 / 29
C+No
15
Facility 15
UT AVG 53
Rank #55 / 59
-
19
Facility 19
UT AVG 15
Rank #11 / 35
51
1
Facility 1
UT AVG 2
Rank #13 / 28
0.2
Facility 0.2
UT AVG 0.5
Rank #13 / 28
Legacy Village of Sugarhouse
IL
AL
MC
Salt Lake City (Sugar House)
160
Facility 160
UT AVG 96
Rank #2 / 29
D+Yes
89
Facility 89
UT AVG 53
Rank #1 / 59
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
9
Facility 9
UT AVG 15
Rank #23 / 35
62
2
Facility 2
UT AVG 2
Rank #22 / 28
0.3
Facility 0.3
UT AVG 0.5
Rank #15 / 28
The Ashford of Springville
IL
AL
MC
West Springville
95
Facility 95
UT AVG 96
Rank #16 / 29
CNo
73
Facility 73
UT AVG 53
Rank #10 / 59
-
10
Facility 10
UT AVG 15
Rank #20 / 35
31
1
Facility 1
UT AVG 2
Rank #13 / 28
0.3
Facility 0.3
UT AVG 0.5
Rank #15 / 28
Abbington Senior Living of St. George
IL
AL
MC
St. George
110
Facility 110
UT AVG 96
Rank #12 / 29
A+Yes
38
Facility 38
UT AVG 53
Rank #44 / 59
Private Rooms
2
Facility 2
UT AVG 15
Rank #34 / 35
30
0
Facility 0
UT AVG 2
Rank #1 / 28
0.0
Facility 0.0
UT AVG 0.5
Rank #1 / 28
Courtyard at Jamestown Assisted Living
IL
AL
MC
Provo (Riverside)
222
Facility 222
UT AVG 96
Rank #1 / 29
B+Yes
37
Facility 37
UT AVG 53
Rank #45 / 59
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
25
Facility 25
UT AVG 15
Rank #6 / 35
20
0
Facility 0
UT AVG 2
Rank #1 / 28
0.0
Facility 0.0
UT AVG 0.5
Rank #1 / 28
Abbington Senior Living of Layton
IL
AL
MC
Layton (Hodson Estates)
110
Facility 110
UT AVG 96
Rank #12 / 29
C-Yes
49
Facility 49
UT AVG 53
Rank #36 / 59
Apartments
3
Facility 3
UT AVG 15
Rank #32 / 35
41
1
Facility 1
UT AVG 2
Rank #13 / 28
0.3
Facility 0.3
UT AVG 0.5
Rank #15 / 28
Copper Creek Senior Living
IL
AL
MC
South Jordan (Harvest Village)
118
Facility 118
UT AVG 96
Rank #9 / 29
A+Yes
37
Facility 37
UT AVG 53
Rank #45 / 59
Studio / 1 Bed
8
Facility 8
UT AVG 15
Rank #25 / 35
40
0
Facility 0
UT AVG 2
Rank #1 / 28
0.0
Facility 0.0
UT AVG 0.5
Rank #1 / 28

Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each independent living community is ranked against every other UT independent living community we track that reports that metric, not just the 60 on this page. See how we rank facilities

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Overview of Sagewood at Daybreak

With 125 beds, Sagewood at Daybreak offers assisted living, independent living, and memory care in South Jordan, Utah. Residents receive assistance with daily tasks, as well as housekeeping, laundry, and linens. A concierge is also available for their convenience.

Housing includes studios, one-, and two-bedroom apartments. Moreover, pets are allowed, so a resident can bring an animal companion when moving in. Residents also have access to a fitness center, a swimming pool, a garden, and a spa.

Meanwhile, a Walk Score of 67 places the area in the somewhat walkable band. Some errands can be done on foot.

Starting Price $4,436/Month Info Pricing updated on October 7th, 2026

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Overview of Sagewood at Daybreak – South Jordan

Sagewood at Daybreak, South Jordan, in South Jordan, UT, accommodates residents in three categories, independent living, assisted living, and memory care. Independent living provides a resident with privacy and access to community services, but without included personal care. Assisted living provides staff support for daily activities. If dementia increases the chance of wandering, memory care maintains oversight within secured surroundings.

Advancing in care doesn’t require leaving, as all three levels are part of a single community with 125 beds. Boasting a Walk Score of 67, the area is somewhat walkable, allowing residents without a car to still handle some errands on foot. The community belongs to the Daybreak neighborhood.

Starting Price $4,436/Month Info Pricing updated on October 8th, 2026

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Overview of Covington Senior Living of Lehi

Covington Senior Living of Lehi offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care in Lehi, UT. Independent living provides a private home with community services and no daily care, while assisted living includes help with everyday tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication management.

Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone who may be at risk of wandering. The community has 130 beds, and its Walk Score of 70 means the area is very walkable, with most errands possible on foot, so a resident who no longer drives can still get out independently. With three care levels available, Covington Senior Living of Lehi may be a good fit for a resident whose needs grow over time and who may be able to remain in the community as those needs change.

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Overview of Carrington Court

Carrington Court, in the Santorini Village neighborhood of South Jordan, UT, covers assisted living, memory care, respite care, and independent living across 105 beds. When needs shift, a resident transitions to a different level instead of leaving, and a family caregiver may use the place for a short-term stay.

Assisted living includes support with bathing, dressing, and managing medications. A resident with dementia goes to memory care, which is secured and supervised. Independent living combines a private home with community services. No one comes in for daily care. Respite is short-term, occurring when a caregiver at home needs to travel or recover.

Accommodations vary from studios and one-bedroom apartments to private and semi-private spaces. In a studio or one-bedroom, the area belongs to the occupant. Semi-private rooms are assigned to residents who prefer to have a roommate.

Grooming does not require an external visit, as a beauty salon functions on-site. The lineup includes live musical performances, exercise classes, and arts and crafts. Planned bus trips for shopping and scenic drives take residents off the property. Pricing begins at $4,095 per month, before the resident’s care and room choice are factored in.

Starting Price $4,095/Month Info Pricing updated on October 7th, 2026

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Overview of Legacy Village of Sugarhouse

Legacy Village of Sugarhouse offers assisted living, independent living, and memory care in Salt Lake City, Utah. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication while the resident keeps a private living space. Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care, while memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for someone who may be at risk of wandering.

The combination may suit someone whose care needs could grow over time, since the community offers multiple care levels without requiring a move to another community. There are 160 beds, with studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom layouts. A studio provides one private living space, while a two-bedroom layout can work for two people moving together or for someone who wants a companion.

Pets are allowed, so residents can bring a pet when moving into the community. A Walk Score of 89 means the area is very walkable, with most errands possible on foot, allowing a resident who no longer drives to get out independently. The fitness center provides an on-site place to exercise, and the beauty salon supports personal grooming without leaving the community.

Miranda Moss serves as the director.

Starting Price $3,250/Month Info Pricing updated on October 7th, 2026

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Overview of The Ashford of Springville

The Ashford of Springville offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care in Springville, UT. Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care, while assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for a resident who may be at risk of wandering.

Having all three care levels on one campus can suit a resident whose needs may grow over time, since changing care levels does not require leaving the community or starting over socially. The community has 95 beds. Residents can take part in the Fine Dining and Physical Engagement programs, which provide named programming focused on dining and physical activity.

A Walk Score of 73 places the area in the very walkable band, meaning most errands can be done on foot. For a resident who no longer drives, shops, a pharmacy, or cafes may be within a short walk, supporting independent outings.

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Overview of Abbington Senior Living of St. George

Abbington Senior Living of St. George offers assisted living, independent living, and memory care in St. George, Utah. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and taking medication while the resident keeps a private living space. Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care, while memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering.

Having all three care types on one campus can suit a resident whose needs may grow over time, since moving to another care level does not require leaving the community. The home has 110 beds and offers private rooms, so each resident has a single private space. A Walk Score of 38 places the area in a car-dependent setting, meaning most errands require a car or a ride. Pets are allowed, so a resident can bring a pet when moving in.

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Overview of Courtyard at Jamestown Assisted Living

Part of the Stellar Senior Living network, Courtyard at Jamestown Assisted Living is a senior living community in the Riverside area of Provo, Utah. The 222-bed community is located at 3352 N 100 E St. , which is about 3. 1 miles from downtown Provo. The three-story residence has served older adults for 25 years.

Residents have access to assisted living, independent living, and memory care. It’s possible to receive additional support without moving to another community if care needs change. The community offers studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom floor plans for different lifestyles and space needs.

Restaurant-style meals are served in both indoor and outdoor dining areas. Other amenities include a movie theater, fitness center, library, salon, and day spa. Poetry classes, art activities, and volunteer opportunities are part of the regular schedule. Housekeeping, maintenance, concierge services, and transportation all make daily life easier. The community is also pet-friendly.

The neighborhood has a Walk Score of 37, making it somewhat walkable. A few nearby places can be reached on foot, but most errands and outings require transportation.

Starting Price $4,290/Month Info Pricing updated on October 7th, 2026

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Overview of Abbington Senior Living of Layton

Tucked away in Davis County, Layton, UT, Abbington Senior Living of Layton is a hospitable senior living community, offering comprehensive assisted living, memory care, and independent living services. The community features 94 beautifully designed apartments surrounded by gorgeous views and convenient access to delightful community amenities. Residents receive compassionate care and assistance from a team of kind and skilled professionals that offer assistance with daily activities, such as bathing, dressing, and/or medication management.

Residents enjoy the comfort and convenience brought by housekeeping, scheduled transportation, and three delicious, gourmet meals served daily, keeping residents from the hassles of cooking, commuting, and cleaning. With more time on their hands for enjoyment, residents can freely explore the community’s many amenities and vibrant activities. Residents can participate in various wellness programs, stay connected through an array of social activities, or take advantage of the full-service salon, cozy movie theater, library, and the fully equipped fitness center.

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Overview of Copper Creek Senior Living

Copper Creek Senior Living, a community with 118 beds located in South Jordan, UT, offers memory care, independent living, and assisted living services within the Harvest Village neighborhood. Having all three in one location allows for care to adapt as needs increase, ensuring that no one has to exit the community for assistance.

Residents in independent living manage their own households, having access to community services while not having assigned caregivers. Assisted living incorporates staff into everyday activities, including dressing and bathing, as well as managing medication schedules. Memory care accommodates individuals with a wandering risk, providing supervised living within a secured area of the community.

Housing consists of studios and one-bedroom units. In a studio, everything occupies a single private area, while a one-bedroom provides separate sleeping quarters. Residents are allowed to take their pets with them. Walk Score rates the area at 37, which is car-dependent, so most errands require a car.

Starting Price $4,100/Month Info Pricing updated on October 7th, 2026

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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 Utah at a glance

Avg Walk Score: 53/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Utah. 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: 96The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Utah. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90
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Frequently Asked Questions about Independent Living in Utah

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

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

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 Utah, 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 Utah?

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.