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The cost of independent living in Dona Vista is about $4,301 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 19 options. Read 445 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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Downsizing from such a large house was difficult but everyone here has gone through it. Lots of neighbors have been very supportive since we moved in and we are trying to learn our way around at this point....
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.
Waterman Village is Central Florida's TOTAL retirement/senior living community. Not-for-profit, faith-based tradition, locally operated, no off-site management company, no off-site corporate ownership. Truly mission over margin since 1989. Independent living homes and apartments, an assisted...
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44 Floor plans available
9.4
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[name removed] met us at the apartment after hours due to a delay in loading the truck at the previous residence. She was very kind. The food is very good, diverse and healthy. Their portions are big and...
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.
Lake Ridge Village provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment. Built on five acres of stunningly landscaped woods, Lake Ridge Village lies in the heart of Lake County, 'Florida's Natural Playground.' You'll be just steps away from all the shops and dining of Eustis...
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22 Floor plans available
9.3
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40 reviews
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My experience with Brookdale was very nice, my mom was there for 5 months before she passed! The care my mom received while there was very caring, when she passed the staff all hugged and it showed real...
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.
At Celebration Villa of Tavares, every day is an opportunity to live life to the fullest. Our residents build meaningful friendships with peers who share similar life stories, whether it’s reminiscing about college days, retelling career adventures, or honoring time served in the military. And...
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11 Floor plan available
8.9
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71 reviews
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I would definitely recommend it to others. Mom isn't an easy one to please and she even talks highly of Brookdale Lakes. I think it's a great place! Mom may be getting to the point she won't be able to do...
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.
A lakefront home in sunny Florida. It doesn’t get much better than this. Our picturesque lakeside assisted living community is the perfect place to call home. Explore our fully stocked book shelves in the library. Stroll our lakefront walkways. Enjoy the view from the patio. Our community in...
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37 reviews
8.6
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From the front desk to the cafeteria staff, excellent, professional and above all family oriented. The care our loved one had while there was exceptional. The skilled staff in MC was attentive, well educated...
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.
Less than a mile from Lake Harris in beautiful Tavares FL exists a leisurely life at The Cove at Tavares Village. About 25 miles northwest of Orlando, you will find a group of senior citizens who wake up each morning greeted by sunshine and secure in the knowledge their lives are comfortable in...
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A lot of the staff has many years of experience in the field and have worked at Alto for many years. It says a lot about the facility that it's not a revolving door for staff. Staff want to stay there. It's...
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.
Welcome to Osprey Lodge! We are Central Florida's premiere Assisted Living and Memory Care community. Our unparalleled reputation is founded on high-quality health care services and exceptional lifestyle amenities. Our standards for these services and amenities are upheld by our dedicated and...
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8.0
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7 reviews
8.0
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the staff was incredible but the cleanliness not so much. However, I would recommend this community to other families especially those who are lower income
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.
Eustis Senior Care lies quietly in the small community of beautiful Eustis, Florida. Just a few streets away from the glistening waters of Lake Eustis, warm Florida sunshine and a gentle breeze over the lake help make Eustis Senior Care a tropical lifestyle to sooth the soul. Eustis is known to...
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32 reviews
7.6
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We went to our first visit just to have something to compare with facilities closer to me, but the staff was so warm and inviting. The residents were gathering downstairs for bingo and they were also...
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.
Discover a place where comfort, care, and community come together. Regency Park Assisted Living Facility offers a warm and welcoming community where residents can enjoy a fulfilling and active lifestyle. Our mission is to provide exceptional care and support while ensuring a comfortable and...
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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, Nursing Homes
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.
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
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, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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.
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, 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
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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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When it came time to look for an Assisted Living facility for my mom I knew what I had envisioned for her. I wanted a Bed and Breakfast type atmosphere with lots of social interaction with other residents...
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
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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Cost of independent living in Dona Vista, FL

The average cost of senior living in Dona Vista is $4,301 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Lake Mack-Forest Hills, FL with an average of $4,047 per month.

Independent living costs in Dona Vista, FL, vs. nearby cities

Dona Vista, FL
$4,301/mo
$4,148/mo
$4,273/mo

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

Dona Vista, FL
$4,301/mo
$4,196/mo
U.S. national average
$4,153/mo

Independent living costs in Dona Vista, FL, vs. other senior living options

$4,566/mo
Independent Living
$4,301/mo

Independent living costs in Dona Vista, FL, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,513/mo
Studio
$4,343/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,641/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,550/mo

Senior living costs in Dona Vista 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: Dona Vista, FL
Column state: Florida
Column national: U.S.
Community typeDona Vista, FLFloridaU.S.
Independent Living$4,301/mo$4,196/mo$4,153/mo
Assisted Living$4,369/mo$4,082/mo$4,698/mo
Memory Care$4,566/mo$4,528/mo$4,946/mo
Independent Living
Dona Vista, FL:$4,301/mo
Florida:$4,196/mo
U.S.:$4,153/mo
Assisted Living
Dona Vista, FL:$4,369/mo
Florida:$4,082/mo
U.S.:$4,698/mo
Memory Care
Dona Vista, FL:$4,566/mo
Florida:$4,528/mo
U.S.:$4,946/mo
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Independent living costs in Dona Vista, FL, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Dona Vista 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
Dona Vista, FL$2,296/mo$2,243/mo+2.4%
Florida$3,401/mo$3,305/mo+2.9%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
Dona Vista, FL
2024 average cost:$2,296/mo
2023 average cost:$2,243/mo
Percent change:+2.4%
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 Dona Vista

Recent reviews for independent living in Dona Vista

Elan Buena Vista in The Villages, FL

5.0
We chose this community because out of the ones that we looked into for my friend, this one was the best. The room sizes are good and spacious. I have eaten here and the food is very good, they have a lot of variety. I would recommend Elan Buena Vista to a friend or family member.

Grand Living Park at Lake Mary

5.0
Excellent facility. Wonderful staff. Amazing experience. My step father moved in within 2 weeks and has received top care ever since! We are so lucky to have found such an amazing place. Thank you "Aplaceformom" for helping us locate this facility.

Lake Port Square, a CCRC in Leesburg, FL

5.0
I have a loved one at this facility. It is clean and the staff is kind. I visit often and the patients seem to be as happy as they can be while away from their homes and loved ones. I have not eaten the food, but it looks and smells good.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Affordable independent living with diverse dining options. Reviews for community id Lake Ridge Village mention the affordability of the independent living facility and the variety of dining venues. Residents appreciate the reasonable cost while enjoying meals at multiple dining locations within the community.
Friendly and helpful staff with frequent activities. Community id Waterman Villages reviews highlight the friendly and helpful staff who organize a multitude of activities for residents to enjoy. Several reviews mention the warm and welcoming atmosphere.
Clean and well-maintained facilities. Both community id Lake Ridge Village and Waterman Village have received praise for their cleanliness and upkeep. Residents appreciate the attention to detail in maintaining both the common areas and their personal living spaces.
Variety of living arrangements and on-site care. Community id Waterman Village offers a range of living arrangements, including independent, assisted, rehab, long-term care, and memory care. Residents and their families find comfort in the convenience of having various care options on the same campus.
Welcoming community with new and old friends. Reviews for community id Lake Ridge Village and Waterman Village mention the ease of making new friends within the community. Several residents express gratitude for the welcoming atmosphere and the sense of belonging they have found.
Continuously improving facilities and services. Community id Waterman Village is undergoing renovations, and residents appreciate the efforts to maintain and upgrade the facilities. They also mention the dedication to enhancing services to meet their changing needs.
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Dona Vista independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Dona Vista independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Dona Vista, 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 Dona Vista 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 Dona Vista partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Dona Vista, FLNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
22.2%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
33.3%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
27.8%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
33.3%
33.6%
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Availability of select dining options in Dona Vista 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 Dona Vista communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
33.3%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
27.8%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
22.2%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
11.1%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Dona Vista 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 Dona Vista offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Dona Vista, FLNational
Activity director
Activity director
38.9%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
27.8%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
16.7%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
33.3%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
38.9%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
38.9%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
27.8%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
27.8%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
33.3%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
33.3%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
38.9%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
16.7%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
22.2%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
38.9%
46.4%
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