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The cost of independent living in Anna Maria is about $4,091 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 16 options. Read 189 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 Brookdale Palma SolaCommunity card badge
1010 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
9.6
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51 reviews
9.6
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51 reviews
5 star
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4 star
31%
3 star
14%
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The facility is very well maintained and it's all opened and on one floor.Very spacious and you feel comfortable and at home. The staff are very friendly and knowledgeable about all aspects of the facility....
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.
Built for Lives Lived WellBrandenton seniors looking for luxury assisted living find it in Palma Sola. Choosing this community as your new home sweet home means trading the cares and worries of home ownership for a life where your biggest chore might be choosing what to do, or who to do it with.A...
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Photo of Discovery Commons at Bradenton
1111 Photos available
8.9
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3 reviews
8.9
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3 reviews
5 star
100%
4 star
0%
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The staff is very accommodating and understands exactly what your family member needs. They keep me informed, even during a hurricane. They keep my mother involved in the activities. When you walk in to the...
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.
Discovery Commons Bradenton community is committed to providing a high quality of life at every stage of the journey, from assisted living to memory care for residents with dementia or Alzheimer's. Our staff is dedicated to fundamental concepts that include treating each resident with dignity and...
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Photo of Freedom Village Bradenton, a CCRC
1414 Photos available
88 Floor plans available
8.7
Review score
41 reviews
8.7
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41 reviews
5 star
59%
4 star
24%
3 star
5%
2 star
7%
1 star
5%
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It was a nice facility and the staff was very helpful. The price was comparable to other memory care units in Bradenton, Florida. The food was good and there were activities for the residents should they...
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.
Because mowing your own lawn is a highly overrated experience.Are you ready to experiment with new hobbies, re-ignite your sense of purpose and enjoy new experiences and connections with interesting new friends?  At our Life Care CCRC (Continuing Care Retirement Community) in Bradenton,...
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Photo of Westminster Bradenton Point Pleasant, a CCRC
1616 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
8.6
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14 reviews
8.6
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14 reviews
5 star
58%
4 star
14%
3 star
21%
2 star
0%
1 star
7%
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Some staff excellent other staff shouldn't be there. Very little limited activities. Food is very good. Staff is not supervised at an adequately. Too much cell phone use.
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.
Expand Your HorizonsAt Westminster Bradenton our lifestyle is even better than our Manatee River views! Enjoy lifelong learning, cultural, and wellness opportunities, welcoming neighbors and so much more. Whether you choose our Manatee River campus or the downtown charm of our Courtyard location,...
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Photo of Summerfield Senior Living
1414 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
8.5
Review score
60 reviews
8.5
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60 reviews
5 star
42%
4 star
33%
3 star
13%
2 star
7%
1 star
5%
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All of the fours stem from a shortage of staff this facility is pretty great and would be all fives if they were not running with state minimums of patience per caregivers currently
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.
Welcome to Summerfield Senior Living!If you are looking for a community that understands and honors you as a unique individual, you’ve come to the right place. We understand you may have many questions, and we’re here to help make the process as simple and straightforward as possible.By choosing...
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Photo of The Villas of Holly Brook Bradenton Cove
55 Photos available
8.0
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15 reviews
8.0
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15 reviews
5 star
80%
4 star
13%
3 star
7%
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The facility is one and a half years old, very clean, management communication have been very good, the staff has treated my mom very good, the meals are all good quality. The negative would be the same as...
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 Villas of Holly Brook and Reflections Memory Care: Bradenton Cove "The Villas of Holly Brook at Bradenton Cove is an upcoming community offering affordable Independent, Assisted and Memory Care studio apartments featuring individual climate control. Amenities include a bistro café, salon...
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Our mother moved to MRALF eight months ago and is thriving in this environment. The staff is caring, supportive and she is treated with respect! Mom loves the food, has made friends and we are so pleased...
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.
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.
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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.
Photo of The Villas at Water's Edge
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.
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Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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.
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: 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.

Cost of independent living in Anna Maria, FL

The average cost of senior living in Anna Maria is $4,091 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Largo, FL with an average of $3,786 per month.

Independent living costs in Anna Maria, FL, vs. nearby cities

Anna Maria, FL
$4,091/mo

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

Anna Maria, FL
$4,091/mo
$4,993/mo
U.S. national average
$4,203/mo

Independent living costs in Anna Maria, FL, vs. other senior living options

$4,382/mo
Independent Living
$4,091/mo

Independent living costs in Anna Maria, FL, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,055/mo
Studio
$4,186/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,255/mo
2 Bedroom
$3,919/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,610/mo

Senior living costs in Anna Maria 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: Anna Maria, FL
Column state: Florida
Column national: U.S.
Community typeAnna Maria, FLFloridaU.S.
Independent Living$4,091/mo$4,993/mo$4,203/mo
Assisted Living$4,181/mo$4,639/mo$4,740/mo
Memory Care$4,382/mo$5,341/mo$5,004/mo
Independent Living
Anna Maria, FL:$4,091/mo
Florida:$4,993/mo
U.S.:$4,203/mo
Assisted Living
Anna Maria, FL:$4,181/mo
Florida:$4,639/mo
U.S.:$4,740/mo
Memory Care
Anna Maria, FL:$4,382/mo
Florida:$5,341/mo
U.S.:$5,004/mo
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Independent living costs in Anna Maria, FL, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Anna Maria 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
Anna Maria, FL$2,861/mo$2,737/mo+4.5%
Florida$3,250/mo$2,979/mo+9.1%
National$3,151/mo$2,953/mo+6.7%
Anna Maria, FL
2024 average cost:$2,861/mo
2023 average cost:$2,737/mo
Percent change:+4.5%
Florida
2024 average cost:$3,250/mo
2023 average cost:$2,979/mo
Percent change:+9.1%
National
2024 average cost:$3,151/mo
2023 average cost:$2,953/mo
Percent change:+6.7%
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What families are saying about independent living in Anna Maria

Recent reviews for independent living in Anna Maria

Lake Seminole Square, a CCRC

4.8
The layout of the community is attractive. The food is excellent. Activities are available. Room sizes are adequate. Outdoor space is very good. We have had a positive experience here are Lake Seminole Square.

Magnolia Gardens ALF in Pinellas Park, FL

4.5
Magnolia Gardens is a great place - it's been really nice. The staff is great and do a great job. Like everybody else, they're short-handed. But the people they have there do everything. Whether it's taking out the garbage, dispensing meds, or serving food, they do what it takes to keep ...
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The Pointe in Saint Petersburg, FL

4.0
Overall, very good but there is a notable difference sometimes between the night staff and daytime staff in terms of care. Less oversight (night) = less care. They are undergoing a change in ownership. The food is a sparse selection, they are often out of basic things like orange juice or a ...
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Anna Maria independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Anna Maria independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Anna Maria, 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 Anna Maria 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 Anna Maria partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Anna Maria, FLNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
41.7%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
58.3%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
50%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
33.3%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
16.7%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Anna Maria 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 Anna Maria communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Anna Maria, FLNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
41.7%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
58.3%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
50%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
33.3%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Anna Maria 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 Anna Maria offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Anna Maria, FLNational
Activity director
Activity director
50%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
33.3%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
41.7%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
58.3%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
50%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
58.3%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
58.3%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
41.7%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
58.3%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
58.3%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
50%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
50%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
33.3%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
58.3%
46.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Brookdale Palma Sola, Discovery Commons at Bradenton and Freedom Village Bradenton, a CCRC are the top-rated independent living facilities near Anna Maria, Florida. See full list of communities.
There are 16 independent living facilities near Anna Maria, Florida. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Anna Maria, Florida are Grand Villa of Sarasota, Stone River Retirement Community and Brookdale Phillippi Creek. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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