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The cost of independent living in Barcelona is about $4,250 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 41 options. Read 315 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 Fort Smith, Van Buren and Alma.

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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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I have lived in this place for 8 years! I would bring my friends and family in any time!
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.
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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
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: 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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Cost of independent living in Barcelona, AR

The average cost of senior living in Barcelona is $4,250 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Mountainburg, AR with an average of $3,054 per month.

Independent living costs in Barcelona, AR, vs. nearby cities

Barcelona, AR
$4,250/mo
$3,574/mo

Independent living costs in Barcelona, AR, vs. state and national averages

Barcelona, AR
$4,250/mo
U.S. national average
$4,153/mo

Independent living costs in Barcelona, AR, vs. other senior living options

$4,738/mo
Independent Living
$4,250/mo

Independent living costs in Barcelona, AR, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,038/mo
Studio
$4,409/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,489/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,891/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$5,308/mo

Senior living costs in Barcelona 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: Barcelona, AR
Column state: Arkansas
Column national: U.S.
Community typeBarcelona, ARArkansasU.S.
Independent Living$4,250/mo$3,079/mo$4,153/mo
Assisted Living$4,738/mo$4,268/mo$4,698/mo
Memory Care$4,738/mo$4,289/mo$4,946/mo
Independent Living
Barcelona, AR:$4,250/mo
Arkansas:$3,079/mo
U.S.:$4,153/mo
Assisted Living
Barcelona, AR:$4,738/mo
Arkansas:$4,268/mo
U.S.:$4,698/mo
Memory Care
Barcelona, AR:$4,738/mo
Arkansas:$4,289/mo
U.S.:$4,946/mo
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Independent living costs in Barcelona, AR, over time

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

Barcelona, ARAR stateNational

Independent living cost trends in Barcelona, AR

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Barcelona 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
Barcelona, AR$2,778/mo$2,615/mo+6.3%
Arkansas$2,928/mo$2,713/mo+7.9%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
Barcelona, AR
2024 average cost:$2,778/mo
2023 average cost:$2,615/mo
Percent change:+6.3%
Arkansas
2024 average cost:$2,928/mo
2023 average cost:$2,713/mo
Percent change:+7.9%
National
2024 average cost:$3,261/mo
2023 average cost:$3,166/mo
Percent change:+3.0%
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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 Barcelona

Recent reviews for independent living in Barcelona

Peachtree Village of Fort Smith

4.8
I enjoy living at Peachtree Village. I am very happy with all of the staff. The staff treats me great and I pray for them daily.

The Bungalows at Fayetteville

3.8
We like our room with its view of a hayfield behind us and our private patio. We are continually working with the food director to provide a quality diet. The size of the room was very important--larger than most other facilities.

Cedar Springs Independent Living in Prairie Grove, AR

4.9
My loved one is a resident at Cedar Springs and most everything has been great. However, it's always hard to get someone from the office on the phone. I feel like calls need to route to someone even if no one is physically at the office.

Barcelona independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Barcelona independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Barcelona, 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 Barcelona 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 Barcelona partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Barcelona, ARNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
25.8%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
35.5%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
32.3%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
25.8%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
16.1%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Barcelona 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 Barcelona communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Barcelona, ARNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
16.1%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
45.2%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
35.5%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
9.7%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Barcelona 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 Barcelona offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Barcelona, ARNational
Activity director
Activity director
45.2%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
35.5%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
25.8%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
41.9%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
48.4%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
51.6%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
48.4%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
45.2%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
45.2%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
48.4%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
41.9%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
35.5%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
32.3%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
45.2%
46.4%
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