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The cost of independent living in Alachua is about $4,224 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 7 options. Read 149 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 Gables of Gainesville
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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.
Experience senior living at its finest at The Gables of Gainesville — a community offering assisted living and memory care services in Gainesville, Florida. Our charming community provides residents with a stress-free and peaceful environment where they can age in place. Enjoy the fresh air while...
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Photo of The Atrium at Gainesville
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55 Floor plans available
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8.8
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I would change the food. I can be overcooked at times. Also, you get one glass of water and one other beverage, tea, coffee, or some kind of juice. I bring my thermos for my drink. Also the parking can be...
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.
The Atrium at Gainesville provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment.Located in a quiet corner of Gainesville, you'll love the quality of our facilities, the beauty of our grounds and the convenience of the nearby community. We're just minutes from shopping, golf,...
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Photo of Trustwell Living at Hunters Crossing Place Assisted Living
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25 reviews
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I would tell a friend: 1. I really like the residents as they all look out for each other. (2 of them told the nurse about my brother's toe but the nurse did nothing - she kept saying I'll call the doctor)...
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.
Hunters Crossing Place - Assisted Living provides exceptional assisted living services in Gainesville, Florida. Gainesville has been ranked as the #1 place to live in North America and one of the 'best places to live and play.' Home to the University of Florida, Gainesville is more than a college...
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Some things are disappointing and others are great. Immediately we discovered that the length of time for the meals was shorter than their brochures and even shorter than what was posted in the hall. Hmmm....
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 Windsor of Gainesville is an assisted living community located in Gainesville, Florida. We are committed to providing residents with the care and support they need, including memory care. Gainesville is a vibrant city with much to offer to both residents and guests.At The Windsor of...
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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 community is incredible and the staff has been here for a while and you tell. Communication was good between the staff and our family and our family. They kept us well informed and up to date. I would...
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.
Plantation Oaks Senior Living is an assisted living community located in the city of High Springs, Florida in Alachua county. High Springs is located in the northern part of Florida, close to a number of state parks. This locale means that the area is absolutely teeming with interesting types of...
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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.
Offering a variety of retirement lifestyles from independent to assisted living, The Village is Gainesville, Florida's premier rental retirement community. Our property is tucked away on spacious North Florida acreage. The natural beauty of the small ponds, tall pines and native live oaks were...
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Cost of independent living in Alachua, FL

The average cost of senior living in Alachua is $4,224 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Raiford, FL with an average of $1,952 per month.

Independent living costs in Alachua, FL, vs. nearby cities

Alachua, FL
$4,224/mo
$3,972/mo

Independent living costs in Alachua, FL, vs. state and national averages

Alachua, FL
$4,224/mo
$4,993/mo
U.S. national average
$4,203/mo

Independent living costs in Alachua, FL, vs. other senior living options

$4,756/mo
Independent Living
$4,224/mo

Independent living costs in Alachua, FL, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,198/mo
Studio
$5,375/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,954/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,130/mo

Senior living costs in Alachua 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: Alachua, FL
Column state: Florida
Column national: U.S.
Community typeAlachua, FLFloridaU.S.
Independent Living$4,224/mo$4,993/mo$4,203/mo
Assisted Living$4,456/mo$4,639/mo$4,740/mo
Memory Care$4,756/mo$5,341/mo$5,004/mo
Independent Living
Alachua, FL:$4,224/mo
Florida:$4,993/mo
U.S.:$4,203/mo
Assisted Living
Alachua, FL:$4,456/mo
Florida:$4,639/mo
U.S.:$4,740/mo
Memory Care
Alachua, FL:$4,756/mo
Florida:$5,341/mo
U.S.:$5,004/mo
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Independent living costs in Alachua, FL, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Alachua 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
Alachua, FL$2,687/mo$2,965/mo-9.4%
Florida$3,401/mo$3,305/mo+2.9%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
Alachua, FL
2024 average cost:$2,687/mo
2023 average cost:$2,965/mo
Percent change:-9.4%
Florida
2024 average cost:$3,401/mo
2023 average cost:$3,305/mo
Percent change:+2.9%
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 Alachua

Recent reviews for independent living in Alachua

Plantation Oaks Senior Living in High Springs, FL

5.0
My mother lived at this facility for over a year and I loved it for her. Before she wasn't a really happy person at the last facility I had her in but once I put her in Plantation Oaks she was always in a great mood. Always !!! My mom passed away on August 26, 2017, due to complications from a ...
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The Atrium at Gainesville

4.4
I have been at the atrium for a few month and the staff is very kind, friendly and attentive. There is always lots to do and the meals are delicious. I toured the community a few months ago and was very skeptical about moving from my old house where I have lived for many years. When I made the ...
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The Glenwood of Gainesville

5.0
We chose this facility because of the location. ratings and cost. The staff have been very responsive to family. One challenge has been coordinating medication management with the facility's doctor who makes changes that aren't always aligned with her community based specialists assessments ...
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Alachua independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Alachua independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Alachua, 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 Alachua 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 Alachua partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Alachua, FLNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
57.1%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
42.9%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
42.9%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
28.6%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
28.6%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Alachua 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 Alachua communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Alachua, FLNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
42.9%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
57.1%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
42.9%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
14.3%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Alachua 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 Alachua offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Alachua, FLNational
Activity director
Activity director
71.4%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
42.9%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
42.9%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
71.4%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
57.1%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
71.4%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
57.1%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
57.1%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
57.1%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
57.1%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
57.1%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
57.1%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
42.9%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
57.1%
46.4%
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The Gables of Gainesville, The Atrium at Gainesville and Trustwell Living at Hunters Crossing Place Assisted Living are the top-rated independent living facilities near Alachua, Florida. See full list of communities.
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