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The cost of independent living in Econfina is about $4,278 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 16 options. Read 118 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 Seagrass Village Panama City Beach - Independent Living
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44 Floor plans available
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Warm family feeling. A comfortable, friendly atmosphere. Welcoming! The meals were just ok. Need to add choices of rice/ potatoes/ homemade bread with meals.
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.
• 24/7 Security, featuring 42 independent living villas over 1800 sq. ft. each, 3 story/90,000 sq. foot independent living apartments. •Age is 55 yrs. and older •Blue Heron Dining Room featuring Restaurant-Style menus and service•Private dining room•Social hour at The Summer Wind Bar &...
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Photo of Charter Senior Living of Panama City Beach
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1010 Floor plans available
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5 for all. What we like the most about the community is that all were welcoming. They always had activities (live music, games and field trips available). They were easy to communicate with
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.
Charter Senior Living of Panama City Beach is an independent, assisted living and memory care community. Whether it is the independent living villas; the roomy assisted living apartments; or the specialized Legacy memory care neighborhood, Charter Senior Living of Panama City Beach provides a...
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Photo of Brookdale Panama City
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22 Floor plans available
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Our loved one seems to be happy there, and that is what is important. Oh yes, I would recommend this community to other families based on the experience we have had so far. I know a handful of people whose...
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.
Find Your Perfect Senior Living LifestyleRemember that retirement lifestyle you used to dream about? It’s not too late to find it, and we have just the place to do it. At our premier assisted living community, seniors trade cares and stress that comes from homeownership for a relaxed lifestyle...
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What stood out in our experience was the friendliness of the staff. We were all family by the time my mother moved from assisted living to memory care and then passed away. It gave me so much comfort to know...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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.
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We are very happy with Summer’s Landing! The staff are helpful, understanding and caring. They take a personal interest in their residents and family members. They have already improved by having medical...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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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The facility looks and feels like a resort. Very clean and nicely decorated. Grounds are beautiful and well maintained. Apartments are spacious. Staff is very friendly and helpful. The dining room is amazing...
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.
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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
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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 Holmes Creek
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 Lisenby Retirement Ctr
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.
Photo of The Blake at Panama City Beach
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.

Cost of independent living in Econfina, FL

The average cost of senior living in Econfina is $4,278 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Marianna, FL with an average of $3,448 per month.

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

Econfina, FL
$4,278/mo

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

Econfina, FL
$4,278/mo
$4,196/mo
U.S. national average
$4,153/mo

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

$4,655/mo
Independent Living
$4,278/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,392/mo
Studio
$4,724/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,055/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,782/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,298/mo

Senior living costs in Econfina 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: Econfina, FL
Column state: Florida
Column national: U.S.
Community typeEconfina, FLFloridaU.S.
Independent Living$4,278/mo$4,196/mo$4,153/mo
Assisted Living$4,663/mo$4,082/mo$4,698/mo
Memory Care$4,655/mo$4,528/mo$4,946/mo
Independent Living
Econfina, FL:$4,278/mo
Florida:$4,196/mo
U.S.:$4,153/mo
Assisted Living
Econfina, FL:$4,663/mo
Florida:$4,082/mo
U.S.:$4,698/mo
Memory Care
Econfina, FL:$4,655/mo
Florida:$4,528/mo
U.S.:$4,946/mo
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Independent living costs in Econfina, FL, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Econfina 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
Econfina, FL$3,284/mo$3,060/mo+7.3%
Florida$3,250/mo$2,979/mo+9.1%
National$3,151/mo$2,953/mo+6.7%
Econfina, FL
2024 average cost:$3,284/mo
2023 average cost:$3,060/mo
Percent change:+7.3%
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 Econfina

Recent reviews for independent living in Econfina

Brookdale Panama City

5.0
The staff at Brookdale was very kind and took care of our grandmother until the end. During her time there she enjoyed the meals and friends she did make. The nurses were very helpful. We always felt like we could ask them questions

Seagrass Village Panama City Beach - Independent Living

4.9
Once a month friends come for lunch. 6 - 7 of us. We all enjoy soup, sandwiches, salads, beverages, and delicious desserts! Yesterday, [name removed], the employee of the month was our server and he proved worthy. And a great time was had by all. Thanks Chef [name removed]!

Superior Residences of Panama City Beach

4.5
They try super hard to include my sister(and that isn't easy). I realize it is hard to please everyone, but I think pleasing the residents at mealtime should be a priority-the workers appear to get aggravated with the patients. Sometimes I notice that the menu looks more appealing than the ...
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Econfina independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Econfina independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Econfina, 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 Econfina 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 Econfina 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
16.7%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
41.7%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
41.7%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
25%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
8.3%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Econfina 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 Econfina communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Econfina, FLNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
16.7%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
41.7%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
16.7%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
8.3%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Econfina 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 Econfina offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
33.3%
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
33.3%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
33.3%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
41.7%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
25%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
25%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
41.7%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
41.7%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
33.3%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
33.3%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
8.3%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
41.7%
46.4%
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