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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Dobson Ranch, AZ

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The cost of independent living in Dobson Ranch is about $3,996 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 124 options. Read 2403 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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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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As of January of this year, we have new managers. We have been in this park for over 21yrs. We have had good ma agers and not so good. But, we now have the best we have seen in the last 12 yrs. They have...
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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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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My parents had an amazing stay at The Village at Ocotillo! The staff were very nice and polite. Whenever my parents had a problem, the staff took care of it immediately! This facility also had great food; it...
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.
The Village at Ocotillo blends understated elegance with personalized service and supportive health and well-being programs. Located on a prime corner close to the Ocotillo Golf Resort, The Village at Ocotillo features 120 distinctively designed one- and two-bedroom residences within a...
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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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I have not had a chance to experience the activities they offer at this community. They do not offer a meal plan. The community is clean and well taken care of. The second floor apartments do not have a...
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.
The Orchard is 55+ community.  We offer affordable senior living in  beautiful garden apartments.  With over 600 trees, you are free to pick the oranges, tangerines, grapefruits and lemons from the citrus trees located throughout the community.  Our full time activities...
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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.
Welcome Home! Come and enjoy resort living on the golf course. With a championship 18 hole golf course, 2 heated pools, 4 jacuzzis, a hair and nail salon, full sports bar, fine dining restaurant and live entertainment! We offer Studios, 1 Bedrooms and limited number of 2 Bedrooms. We include...
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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: 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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The residence is very friendly and always speaks to you and it easy to make friends here. The community is pet-friendly and has a dog park. The staff is very friendly and nice and the community is well kept...
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: 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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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.
Emerald Groves Central Emerald Groves Central is an assisted living community located in Mesa, Arizona, in Maricopa County, and home to just over 439,000 people. Mesa is a bustling city with a busy downtown area that has lots of shops, great restaurants and beautiful palm trees. Residents will...
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My mom was here for 18 months and received excellent care. The home was very clean and always very welcoming. The staff was gentle and always smiling. They care for their residents as if they are 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.
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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 Dobson Ranch, AZ

The average cost of senior living in Dobson Ranch is $3,996 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Wet Camp Village, AZ with an average of $3,438 per month.

Independent living costs in Dobson Ranch, AZ, vs. nearby cities

Dobson Ranch, AZ
$3,997/mo
$3,931/mo
$3,924/mo

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

Dobson Ranch, AZ
$3,997/mo
$3,913/mo
U.S. national average
$4,153/mo

Independent living costs in Dobson Ranch, AZ, vs. other senior living options

$4,732/mo
Independent Living
$3,997/mo

Independent living costs in Dobson Ranch, AZ, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,989/mo
Studio
$4,773/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,952/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,565/mo

Senior living costs in Dobson Ranch 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: Dobson Ranch, AZ
Column state: Arizona
Column national: U.S.
Community typeDobson Ranch, AZArizonaU.S.
Independent Living$3,997/mo$3,913/mo$4,153/mo
Assisted Living$3,715/mo$3,911/mo$4,698/mo
Memory Care$4,732/mo$4,626/mo$4,946/mo
Independent Living
Dobson Ranch, AZ:$3,997/mo
Arizona:$3,913/mo
U.S.:$4,153/mo
Assisted Living
Dobson Ranch, AZ:$3,715/mo
Arizona:$3,911/mo
U.S.:$4,698/mo
Memory Care
Dobson Ranch, AZ:$4,732/mo
Arizona:$4,626/mo
U.S.:$4,946/mo
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Independent living costs in Dobson Ranch, AZ, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Dobson Ranch 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
Dobson Ranch, AZ$2,788/mo$2,654/mo+5.0%
Arizona$2,813/mo$2,814/mo-0.0%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
Dobson Ranch, AZ
2024 average cost:$2,788/mo
2023 average cost:$2,654/mo
Percent change:+5.0%
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 Dobson Ranch

Recent reviews for independent living in Dobson Ranch

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.

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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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Wide range of engaging activities. Residents at various communities, including Verena at Gilbert, Copper Springs Retirement Community, and Atria Chandler Villas, enjoy an array of activities from games and card nights to outings and cultural experiences. Activities help keep residents active and socially engaged, allowing t ...
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Friendly and helpful staff. Reviews from Verena at Gilbert, Fellowship Square Historic Mesa, and Atria Chandler Villas praise the kindness and attentiveness of staff members. Staff go above and beyond to make residents feel welcome and ensure their needs are met, fostering a warm and supportive community atmosphere.
High-quality meals and dining experiences. Residents at communities such as Copper Springs Retirement Community, Bella Vista Senior Living, and Atria Chandler Villas appreciate the quality and variety of meals offered, making dining a highlight of their day. Chefs accommodate dietary restrictions and personal preferences, ensuring ...
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Beautifully maintained facilities. Communities, including McDowell Village, Oasis at Mesa Palms, and Fellowship Square Historic Mesa, are praised for their cleanliness and upkeep, from meticulously kept apartments to well-maintained common areas and outdoor spaces. The attention to detail creates a welcoming and comfortable ...
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Warm and welcoming community atmosphere. Reviews from communities like Verena at Gilbert, Copper Springs Retirement Community, and North Chandler Place highlight the sense of community and camaraderie among residents. The friendly and inclusive atmosphere allows residents to form deep connections, creating a strong sense of belon ...
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Thoughtful and accommodating management. Managers and directors at communities such as Fellowship Square Historic Mesa, McDowell Village, and Atria Chandler Villas are commended for their attentiveness and responsiveness to resident needs. Their proactive approach to addressing concerns ensures a positive living experience for al ...
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Dobson Ranch independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Dobson Ranch independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Dobson Ranch, 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 Dobson Ranch 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 Dobson Ranch 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
15.1%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
35.5%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
35.5%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
39.8%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
14%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Dobson Ranch 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 Dobson Ranch communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
35.5%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
40.9%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
37.6%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
24.7%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Dobson Ranch 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 Dobson Ranch offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Dobson Ranch, AZNational
Activity director
Activity director
40.9%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
29%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
29%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
41.9%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
44.1%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
49.5%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
36.6%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
37.6%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
38.7%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
43%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
43%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
33.3%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
32.3%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
41.9%
46.4%
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