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The cost of independent living in Columbia is about $3,907 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 446 options. Read 5398 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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Photo of The Terraces of Phoenix
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Dad is here currently and things have been good. Everyone seems pretty nice and he gets along well with the other residents. The staff seems to be able to answer any questions that I have and they take good...
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.
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.
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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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Alta Vista is a very very nice place! The facility itself is gorgeous, and they are like a high end resort with all of the various amenities they provide! I was very impressed with them throughout my loved...
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.
Your entire life has been a journey, now it’s your turn to discover the freedom of life on your own terms. Luxurious residences, elegant dining and unparalleled personal services mirror the experience of resort style living. Your independence is the hallmark of Alta Vista. Gloriously nestled...
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We toured Bella's Care Home along with 3 others when searching for a place to house my mother. Bella herself met with us and asked us more questions that we had for her. Her staff there were pleasant and...
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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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: 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: 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.
Mera Goodyear is a resort-style, 55 and older active adult community in Goodyear, Arizona, a western suburb of Phoenix. This brand new senior community brings a maintenance-free lifestyle opportunity for Phoenix adults who are ready to live actively and without the everyday stresses of owning a...
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Under Angel Wings Care Home Assisted Living facility is hands down the absolute BEST care home in Arizona! My mom was in the hospital for a while, then went to Hospice of the Valley (HOV) and then she needed...
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, 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.
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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.
Advanced Care Homes, a professional Residential Care Home organizations, is pleased to offer Bethany Gardens Assisted Living as our flag ship location in the the Central Corridor of Phoenix, not far from Arcadia or Scottsdale. We could write a book about what sets our Homes apart from the...
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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, 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.
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: 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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The staff at Highgate are wonderful. This is a new and sad experience with my father having to be in a memory care unit and the staff has been outstanding. Not only did they help us move him to his new...
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: 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: 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.
Assisted Long-Term Care?The Paradise Assisted Living Home & Adagio CareWhen your loved one is no longer able to live alone, The Paradise Assisted Living Home is a place where they will be well cared for, engaged, and prayed for. Our on-call licensed nurses are available as needed with...
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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: 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.

Cost of independent living in Columbia, AZ

The average cost of senior living in Columbia is $3,907 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Buckeye, AZ with an average of $3,082 per month.

Independent living costs in Columbia, AZ, vs. nearby cities

Columbia, AZ
$3,905/mo
$3,708/mo

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

Columbia, AZ
$3,905/mo
$3,969/mo
U.S. national average
$4,212/mo

Independent living costs in Columbia, AZ, vs. other senior living options

$4,808/mo
Independent Living
$3,905/mo

Independent living costs in Columbia, AZ, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$2,185/mo
Studio
$3,162/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,524/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,730/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,991/mo

Senior living costs in Columbia 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: Columbia, AZ
Column state: Arizona
Column national: U.S.
Community typeColumbia, AZArizonaU.S.
Independent Living$3,905/mo$3,969/mo$4,212/mo
Assisted Living$3,854/mo$3,940/mo$4,753/mo
Memory Care$4,808/mo$4,684/mo$5,014/mo
Independent Living
Columbia, AZ:$3,905/mo
Arizona:$3,969/mo
U.S.:$4,212/mo
Assisted Living
Columbia, AZ:$3,854/mo
Arizona:$3,940/mo
U.S.:$4,753/mo
Memory Care
Columbia, AZ:$4,808/mo
Arizona:$4,684/mo
U.S.:$5,014/mo
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Independent living costs in Columbia, AZ, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Columbia 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 Columbia, AZ

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Columbia 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.

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Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Columbia, AZ$2,636/mo$2,713/mo-2.8%
Arizona$2,780/mo$2,804/mo-0.9%
National$3,256/mo$3,167/mo+2.8%
Columbia, AZ
2024 average cost:$2,636/mo
2023 average cost:$2,713/mo
Percent change:-2.8%
Arizona
2024 average cost:$2,780/mo
2023 average cost:$2,804/mo
Percent change:-0.9%
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2024 average cost:$3,256/mo
2023 average cost:$3,167/mo
Percent change:+2.8%
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What families are saying about independent living in Columbia

Recent reviews for independent living in Columbia

Sagewood Desert Willow AL and MC in Phoenix, AZ

4.9
Everyone that we worked with at Sagewood Desert Willow was extremely friendly and engaged. We were assigned a move in coordinator who helped facilitate everything and provided the information we needed to move in. My loved one loves her housekeeper and the place is always very clean when we go ...
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Ridge at The Stratford in Phoenix, AZ

4.8
Staff is very caring very accommodating for special needs and always available to help. They're also very encouraging the resident I feel it could be more nutrition based foods, like more fresh veggies and fruit.

The Palazzo in Phoenix, AZ

4.4
People and staff are friendly and activities are great! My mom has been concerned about food quality lately and knows there have been meetings regarding overall impressions of food. I would recommend The Palazzo to others looking.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Immaculately maintained grounds. Several reviews from different communities, including Garden Ridge, The Forum at Desert Harbor, and Park Terrace Senior Living by Cogir, praise the cleanliness and upkeep of the community grounds. Residents appreciate the beauty and tranquility of the outdoor spaces, which include gardens ...
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Engaging and varied activities. Communities like LifeStream at Glendale, The Palazzo, and Clarendale Arcadia offer a wide range of activities tailored to residents' interests, from bingo and card games to arts and crafts, music presentations, and outings to museums and cultural sites. Residents report feeling engaged and ...
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Friendly and helpful staff. Numerous reviews mention the kindness and attentiveness of the staff at various communities, such as Fellowship Square Historic Mesa, Glencroft Center For Modern Aging, and Acoya Troon by Cogir. Families and residents alike express appreciation for the caring nature of the staff and the lo ...
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Delicious and varied meals. Residents across multiple communities, including Madison Meadows, Wooddale Village, and Clarendale Arcadia, praise the quality of the meals and the accommodating nature of the dining staff. Some have noted that dietary restrictions and preferences are taken into consideration.
Safe and secure living spaces. Families and residents alike express feeling secure and comfortable in their living spaces at communities like Revel McDowell Mountain, McDowell Village, and Palos Verdes Senior Living. Safety features and attentive staff help ensure peace of mind.
Accessible and responsive communication. Reviews from various communities, such as Fellowship Square Historic Mesa, Merrill Gardens at Anthem, and Palos Verdes Senior Living, highlight the frequent and thorough communication between families and staff. This includes regular updates on resident care and well-being.
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Columbia independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Columbia independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Columbia, 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 Columbia 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 Columbia 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
12.1%
20.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
27.2%
34.8%
No sugar
No sugar
26.9%
31.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
26.6%
33.9%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
11.2%
10.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Columbia 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 Columbia communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
26.9%
36.9%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
29.9%
43.8%
Room service
Room service
27.8%
37.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
15.1%
17.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Columbia 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 Columbia offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Columbia, AZNational
Activity director
Activity director
32.2%
45.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
21%
28.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
22.5%
33.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
32.2%
47.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
37.3%
49.2%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
38.5%
54.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
28.4%
43.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
28.4%
38.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
29.6%
42.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
35.2%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
36.1%
47.2%
Dances
Dances
23.4%
33.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
27.5%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
35.8%
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