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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Apache Junction, AZ

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The cost of independent living in Apache Junction is about $3,818 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 46 options. Read 948 reviews, see photos, and learn about amenities that make independent living the ideal next step for adults 55+ who wish to enjoy friendships and hobbies without the hassle of cooking and home maintenance.

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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Everybody is very friendly and helpful. The value for the money is great. I would highly recommend Fellowship Square Mesa to others.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
The Oasis at Fellowship Square-Mesa offers our residents independence and privacy in spacious one bedroom or studio apartments within view of the beautiful Superstition Mts. Monthly rent includes our state of the art emergency call system, recreational and social activities, weekly housekeeping,...
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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Provides: Independent Living
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.

Cost of independent living in Apache Junction, AZ

The average cost of senior living in Apache Junction is $3,818 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Coolidge, AZ with an average of $3,382 per month.

Independent living costs in Apache Junction, AZ, vs. nearby cities

Apache Junction, AZ
$3,818/mo
$4,100/mo

Independent living costs in Apache Junction, AZ, vs. state and national averages

Apache Junction, AZ
$3,818/mo
$3,911/mo
U.S. national average
$4,203/mo

Independent living costs in Apache Junction, AZ, vs. other senior living options

$4,465/mo
Independent Living
$3,818/mo

Independent living costs in Apache Junction, AZ, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,176/mo
Studio
$3,798/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,920/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,853/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$5,743/mo

Senior living costs in Apache Junction vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Apache Junction, AZ
Column state: Arizona
Column national: U.S.
Community typeApache Junction, AZArizonaU.S.
Independent Living$3,818/mo$3,911/mo$4,203/mo
Assisted Living$3,613/mo$3,910/mo$4,740/mo
Memory Care$4,465/mo$4,624/mo$5,004/mo
Independent Living
Apache Junction, AZ:$3,818/mo
Arizona:$3,911/mo
U.S.:$4,203/mo
Assisted Living
Apache Junction, AZ:$3,613/mo
Arizona:$3,910/mo
U.S.:$4,740/mo
Memory Care
Apache Junction, AZ:$4,465/mo
Arizona:$4,624/mo
U.S.:$5,004/mo
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Independent living costs in Apache Junction, AZ, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Apache Junction and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

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Independent living cost trends in Apache Junction, AZ

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Apache Junction have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Apache Junction, AZ$2,741/mo$2,692/mo+1.8%
Arizona$2,813/mo$2,814/mo-0.0%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
Apache Junction, AZ
2024 average cost:$2,741/mo
2023 average cost:$2,692/mo
Percent change:+1.8%
Arizona
2024 average cost:$2,813/mo
2023 average cost:$2,814/mo
Percent change:-0.0%
National
2024 average cost:$3,261/mo
2023 average cost:$3,166/mo
Percent change:+3.0%
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What families are saying about independent living in Apache Junction

Recent reviews for independent living in Apache Junction

Robson Reserve at Sun Lakes

5.0
Their meals were outstanding! We love love love The Renaissance! Unfortunately my mother-in-law couldn't get along with her neighbor so it was her problem, not the communities, but we decided to move her out. We're still sad that it didn't work out.

Albany Apartments in Mesa, AZ

5.0
We picked this community, for two main reasons: Price, and W/D in individual units. Definitely worth a look! Management and maintenance are responsive and helpful. I would recommend to other families.

Solterra Senior Living in Chandler, AZ

4.0
My loved one was only here for a short respite stay. The only thing that she really complained about is that they didn't always knock before they came in. We had arranged for a female to come and do the shower on a certain day, and a male showed up on a different day to help her. She liked the ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Wide range of engaging activities. Residents at Verena at Gilbert enjoy various activities offered daily, including card games, yoga, pool sessions, art classes, movie nights, and field trips. One review highlights 'Thursday Happy Hours' with live entertainment and dancing, while another mentions the 'Verena Voices Christmas Co ...
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Attentive and friendly staff. Staff members at Verena at Gilbert are described as friendly, helpful, and caring in numerous reviews. One resident shares how the staff 'go above and beyond to make loved ones feel welcome' and 'check on residents if they haven't been seen in a while'. Another mentions the 'professional and u ...
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Beautifully decorated and clean living spaces. Residents appreciate the cleanliness and upkeep of the common areas at Discovery Point Retirement Community. One review specifically mentions the 'wonderful decorations for the holidays' and the 'beautifully decorated dining room'. Another resident notes the 'generous apartment sizes' and 'cle ...
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Delicious and diverse meals. Meals are a highlight for many residents at Las Palomas Senior Living. One review comments on the 'great dining experience' and the 'above-average food quality'. Another resident praises the 'variety in food options' and notes that the 'staff are accommodating to individual dietary needs'.
Secure and convenient location. The location of Brookdale Apache Junction is a selling point for many residents. One review mentions the 'ease of access to doctors and family' and the 'affordable price for the value of the services offered'. Another resident notes that the community is 'beautiful, clean, and friendly'.
Reliable and attentive maintenance team. The maintenance team at Verena at Gilbert is described as 'prompt to fix any issues' and 'going above and beyond to help residents'. One review shares how the staff 'stepped up and worked overtime to help serve residents' until they found reliable employees, while another mentions the 'beautif ...
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Apache Junction independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Apache Junction independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Apache Junction, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Apache Junction independent living

Independent living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Apache Junction partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
19.4%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
30.6%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
33.3%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
36.1%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
25%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Apache Junction independent living

Our independent living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Apache Junction communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Apache Junction, AZNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
30.6%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
36.1%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
36.1%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
16.7%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Apache Junction independent living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered independent living communities in Apache Junction offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
44.4%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
30.6%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
27.8%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
44.4%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
47.2%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
44.4%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
36.1%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
33.3%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
33.3%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
44.4%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
44.4%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
36.1%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
25%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
44.4%
46.4%
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Brookdale Apache Junction, Avista Apache Junction and Discovery Point Retirement Community are the top-rated independent living facilities near Apache Junction, Arizona. See full list of communities.
There are 46 independent living facilities near Apache Junction, Arizona. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Apache Junction, Arizona are McDowell Village, Atria Chandler Villas and Discovery Point Retirement Community. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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