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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Clearwater, FL

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The cost of independent living in Clearwater is about $3,772 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 123 options. Read 1983 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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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: 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.
Aspire at Lakeside Oaks is a small, intimate senior living community in Dunedin, Florida. Located on Florida’s Gulf Coast, Dunedin is known for its gorgeous beaches, forests, and state parks. Aspire at Lakeside Oaks is a sprawling single-story community with beds for up to 24 residents, keeping...
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Photo of Prospect Towers of Clearwater
Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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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.
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.
Photo of Red Ribbon Homestead
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.
Magnolia Manor, located in Clearwater, FL, is nestled away in the perfect location for a comfortable, tranquil atmosphere. Considering that Clearwater is tucked between the Gulf of Mexico and Tampa Bay, it should come as no surprise that residents within the assisted living community often enjoy...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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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.
Sunrise Gardens is a licensed ALF in downtown Dunedin, Florida. Minutes from the scenic Gulf coast and footsteps from the Pinellas Trail. Downtown Dunedin is a vibrant and serene area with a strong sense of community that binds everyone together. Dunedin has a rich history of food, art, and...
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Photo of Summerdale Place
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.
Photo of Woodmere House
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, Senior Apartments
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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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Photo of Theresa Home ALF
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.
Theresa Home is an assisted living community located in the beautiful seaside city of Safety Harbor, Pinellas County, Florida. This gorgeous town has everything that you could want from Florida. The beaches are beautiful, the harbor and marina are bustling and interesting, and there are fun...
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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: 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
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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, 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.
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.
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.
Photo of Country Oaks Assisted Living
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.
Photo of Bayou Gardens Dunedin
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
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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We have been very pleased with the care of our sister in Allure of Palm Harbor. The new owners managed the transition smoothly and effectively - much effort was done to assign qualified facility 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.
Nestled among the suburbs of Palm Harbor/Dunedin, we are a lovely Mediterranean-style mansion that gives the feel of a luxurious bed and breakfast. Allure of Palm Harbor sits back off the road, providing safety and a beautifully crafted landscape with heavily treed grounds where residents can sit...

Cost of independent living in Clearwater, FL

The average cost of senior living in Clearwater is $3,772 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Belleair Bluffs, FL with an average of $3,730 per month.

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

Clearwater, FL
$3,772/mo
$3,782/mo

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

Clearwater, FL
$3,772/mo
$4,993/mo
U.S. national average
$4,203/mo

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

$4,226/mo
Independent Living
$3,772/mo

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

Semi-Private
$3,464/mo
Studio
$4,633/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,711/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,195/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,023/mo

Senior living costs in Clearwater 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: Clearwater, FL
Column state: Florida
Column national: U.S.
Community typeClearwater, FLFloridaU.S.
Independent Living$3,772/mo$4,993/mo$4,203/mo
Assisted Living$3,850/mo$4,639/mo$4,740/mo
Memory Care$4,226/mo$5,341/mo$5,004/mo
Independent Living
Clearwater, FL:$3,772/mo
Florida:$4,993/mo
U.S.:$4,203/mo
Assisted Living
Clearwater, FL:$3,850/mo
Florida:$4,639/mo
U.S.:$4,740/mo
Memory Care
Clearwater, FL:$4,226/mo
Florida:$5,341/mo
U.S.:$5,004/mo
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Independent living costs in Clearwater, FL, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Clearwater 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
Clearwater, FL$3,101/mo$2,980/mo+4.1%
Florida$3,401/mo$3,305/mo+2.9%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
Clearwater, FL
2024 average cost:$3,101/mo
2023 average cost:$2,980/mo
Percent change:+4.1%
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 Clearwater

Recent reviews for independent living in Clearwater

Brookdale New Port Richey

5.0
exceptionally clean with a concerned staff

Angels Senior Living at South Tampa

5.0
My mother has been a resident at Angels Senior living in South Tampa since September 2016. During that time she has received the finest loving care I could ever have imagined. I am here nearly every day and have been grateful for so many gestures of attention that went beyond merely "doing ...
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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.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Friendly and approachable staff. Several reviews mention the kindness and attentiveness of the staff members in the reviewed communities. At Grand Villa of Clearwater, the director takes a personal interest in residents and their families, while at Coral Oaks, the dining room and maintenance staff remember the names of resi ...
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Safe and clean living environment. Many reviews highlight the safety and cleanliness of the communities, with some residents expressing appreciation for the secure feeling they get living there. At Aston Gardens at Tampa Bay, the facility is well prepared for emergencies and has modern infrastructure, while at American House S ...
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Engaging activities and social opportunities. Residents enjoy the various activities and social events organized by the communities, creating a sense of community and camaraderie. At Aston Gardens at Tampa Bay, there are numerous activities available to keep residents engaged, while at American House St. Petersburg, there are opportunit ...
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Delicious and varied meal options. Throughout the reviews, quality food is mentioned as a major factor in residents' satisfaction with their living situation. At Coral Oaks, residents choose from a range of meal options, and at American House St. Petersburg, the food is described as excellent and a hard choice for residents w ...
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Supportive and communicative community. Families and residents appreciate the frequent communication and open dialogues between the community and their loved ones. At Aston Gardens at Tampa Bay, staff members keep families informed and respond promptly to concerns, while at American House St. Petersburg, the community manager ensu ...
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Individually catered care and attention. Reviews mention that the communities provide tailored care and personalized attention to residents based on their unique needs. At Coral Oaks, there is a freedom to come and go as residents please, while at Grand Villa of Clearwater, staff members go above and beyond to ensure the well-being ...
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Clearwater independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Clearwater independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Clearwater, 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 Clearwater 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 Clearwater 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
22.8%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
34.7%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
32.7%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
30.7%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
10.9%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Clearwater 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 Clearwater communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
32.7%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
35.6%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
29.7%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
13.9%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Clearwater 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 Clearwater offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Clearwater, FLNational
Activity director
Activity director
33.7%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
23.8%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
24.8%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
34.7%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
40.6%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
42.6%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
32.7%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
30.7%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
31.7%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
40.6%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
36.6%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
31.7%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
26.7%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
38.6%
46.4%
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Related senior services in Clearwater, Florida

In Clearwater, Florida, seniors have access to local offices and organizations that may help them obtain financial assistance for senior care, including:

Clearwater, Florida, is car dependent. Seniors can expect to need a car for most errands. Transit options in Clearwater include bus routes, trolley routes, and a public paratransit service called Florida Free Rides. Seniors may receive fare discounts. Clearwater has a somewhat limited biking infrastructure and is somewhat walkable.

Clearwater offers several health care providers for seniors wanting to be proactive about their health or for seniors seeking treatment for chronic conditions. The area has several hospitals, including Morton Plant Hospital and Mease Dunedin Hospital.

Known for its beaches, Clearwater, Florida, offers several waterfront activities for seniors. Enjoy roaming the walking trails alongside Sand Key Park, grabbing a bite on Pier 60, or simply relaxing at Clearwater Beach. To learn more about sea life, visit the Clearwater Marine Aquarium or take a tour on the Clearwater Ferry. If you’re looking for indoor entertainment, catch a show at the local theaters, shop at the Westfield Countryside Mall, or grab drinks at the local winery. Seniors can even take advantage of programming at the Aging Well Center located in the Long Center.

Frequently Asked Questions

Grand Villa of Clearwater, Cottages at Belleair and Hampton Apartments are the top-rated independent living facilities near Clearwater, Florida. See full list of communities.
There are 123 independent living facilities near Clearwater, Florida. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Clearwater, Florida are Coral Oaks, The Barrington and Grand Villa of New Port Richey. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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