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The cost of independent living in Avra Valley is about $4,419 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 13 options. Read 184 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.

As you explore independent living near you, you may also want to consider options in areas like You may also consider nearby communities such as Oro Valley, Marana and Casas Adobes.

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Photo of The Ranch Estates of Tucson
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I have been here for over 2 years and I enjoy being here so much. Made lot of friends and the staff are very helpful. Its a beautiful place.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
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.
The Ranch Estates of Tucson is senior living at its finest. We are located in the beautiful Casas Adobes area of Tucson, near Oro Valley. Our community includes assisted living and memory care services and amenities catered to the individual. The Ranch Estates of Tucson is much more than senior...
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Photo of Country Club at La Cholla
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Country Club was a nice place with very friendly people. When it came to the meals and dining the 2 rating is my opinion but my loved one might have said 3. From what I saw of the activities they seemed...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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.
Snowbird Stays from $150 per day!The Country Club of La Cholla offers luxury retirement living for the young at heart.You can relax in the classic country club setting of the Catalina Foothills and make yourself comfortable in one of our bright and spacious apartment homes. Your calendar will be...
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I would rate a 5 in all categories. they were so accommodating in arranging a room and keeping up with changing schedule. everyone we had contact with so helpful and friendly.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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.
As seasons change, you want a living situation that truly meets your needs or those of your loved one—but finding the right fit isn’t always easy.Staying at home may no longer feel safe, and the cost of in-home assistance can add up quickly. Moving in with family can strain relationships, while...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
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.
The Watermark at Continental RanchEscape from the status quo and experience the next level in exceptional living.Explore Assisted Living and Memory Care residences designed just for you in Marana, Arizona, just northwest of Tucson. Find gracious hospitality infused into everything, from...
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Beehive of Marana is a great facility for your loved one. My mom has lived at this home approaching 3 years, if you’re wanting peace of mind of a safe, spotless, excellent staff and attention you will find...
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.
Photo of Brookdale North Tucson
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My niece is settling in very well! What stood out to me is the cleanliness and friendliness. I would recommend and have already recommended Brookdale North Tucson to others!
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.
COMMUNITY VISITS HAPPENING DAILYTucked away in the northwest side of Tucson in the foothills close to Marana, you will discover a warm and welcoming assisted living community that operates more like a family than a traditional senior living home. You will feel right at home as soon as you walk...
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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.
Photo of Villas De Bella No 1 Assisted Living
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.
Photo of Luxmor
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
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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Cost of independent living in Avra Valley, AZ

The average cost of senior living in Avra Valley is $4,419 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Eloy, AZ with an average of $2,464 per month.

Independent living costs in Avra Valley, AZ, vs. nearby cities

Avra Valley, AZ
$4,424/mo
$3,795/mo

Independent living costs in Avra Valley, AZ, vs. state and national averages

Avra Valley, AZ
$4,424/mo
$3,912/mo
U.S. national average
$4,153/mo

Independent living costs in Avra Valley, AZ, vs. other senior living options

$4,666/mo
Independent Living
$4,424/mo

Independent living costs in Avra Valley, AZ, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,761/mo
Studio
$5,206/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,050/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,906/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,905/mo

Senior living costs in Avra Valley 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: Avra Valley, AZ
Column state: Arizona
Column national: U.S.
Community typeAvra Valley, AZArizonaU.S.
Independent Living$4,424/mo$3,912/mo$4,153/mo
Assisted Living$3,922/mo$3,911/mo$4,698/mo
Memory Care$4,666/mo$4,625/mo$4,946/mo
Independent Living
Avra Valley, AZ:$4,424/mo
Arizona:$3,912/mo
U.S.:$4,153/mo
Assisted Living
Avra Valley, AZ:$3,922/mo
Arizona:$3,911/mo
U.S.:$4,698/mo
Memory Care
Avra Valley, AZ:$4,666/mo
Arizona:$4,625/mo
U.S.:$4,946/mo
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Independent living costs in Avra Valley, AZ, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Avra Valley 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.

Avra Valley, AZAZ stateNational

Independent living cost trends in Avra Valley, AZ

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Avra Valley 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
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Avra Valley, AZ$4,060/mo$3,470/mo+17.0%
Arizona$2,629/mo$2,514/mo+4.6%
National$2,978/mo$2,847/mo+4.6%
Avra Valley, AZ
2024 average cost:$4,060/mo
2023 average cost:$3,470/mo
Percent change:+17.0%
Arizona
2024 average cost:$2,629/mo
2023 average cost:$2,514/mo
Percent change:+4.6%
National
2024 average cost:$2,978/mo
2023 average cost:$2,847/mo
Percent change:+4.6%
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Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What families are saying about independent living in Avra Valley

Recent reviews for independent living in Avra Valley

Mountain View Retirement Village in Tucson, AZ

4.8
This is a good community and it is a good value. The staff are very friendly and kind. My loved one was in the memory care and is moving over to the unassisted living and is excited to participate in more activities.

Brookdale Santa Catalina in Tucson, AZ

5.0
5s across the board for Brookdale Santa Catalina. Our loved one loves the meals that are served and the beautiful nature and wildlife he is able to see being next to the mountains. He can see deer, bobcats, wild pigs, etc.

Carlton Village in Tucson, AZ

5.0
This is a new place with every room being a private room with a private bath costing no more than old houses converted to care facility without the private bath in the private rooms. Grounds are beautiful and well kept. Built with the elderly in mind.

Avra Valley independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Avra Valley independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Avra Valley, 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 Avra Valley 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 Avra Valley 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
20%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
40%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
40%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
30%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
10%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Avra Valley 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 Avra Valley communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
40%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
40%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
40%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
30%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Avra Valley 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 Avra Valley offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
50%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
40%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
30%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
40%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
50%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
50%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
50%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
50%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
40%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
40%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
50%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
30%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
30%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
50%
46.4%
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