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The cost of independent living in Forest City is about $4,146 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 62 options. Read 933 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 Magnolia Towers
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.
Photo of Kinneret Apartments
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.
Photo of Orlando Cloisters
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
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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Cost of independent living in Forest City, FL

The average cost of senior living in Forest City is $4,146 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include DeBary, FL with an average of $3,978 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Forest City, FL vs. nearby cities

Forest City, FL
$4,146/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Forest City, FL vs. the state and national average

Forest City, FL
$4,146/mo
$4,062/mo
U.S. national average
$4,083/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Forest City vs. other types of senior living

$4,560/mo
Independent Living
$4,146/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Forest City, FL by room type

Semi-Private
$3,612/mo
Studio
$4,407/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,626/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,505/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$5,254/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Forest City over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Forest City

Recent reviews for independent living in Forest City

Madison at Ocoee

4.1
There is always room for improvement, and the first 4 months have been a transition period for Mom and all of us. The ratings have improved for us this past month. When they say "light cleaning of rooms, they mean it. I feel they could do better. The Med Techs are all sweet, but they need ...
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Bahama Bay Club Luxury Senior Living in Sanford, FL

5.0
To answer your question I live like a queen. Clothes are wash once a week, my apartment is clean once a week. Three meal prepared every day, movies every night, activities, game room and when help is needed they are here.I guess I could sum this up with their own word “where you can live a ...
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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.

Forest City independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Forest City independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Forest City, 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 Forest City 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 Forest City partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Forest City, FLNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
32.1%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
43.4%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
35.8%
30.7%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
45.3%
33.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
17%
9.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Forest City 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 Forest City communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Forest City, FLNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
37.7%
36.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
45.3%
43.4%
Room service
Room service
35.8%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
17%
17.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Forest City 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 Forest City offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Forest City, FLNational
Activity director
Activity director
45.3%
44.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
37.7%
28.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
37.7%
32.6%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
39.6%
47.9%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
49.1%
48.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
54.7%
54.1%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
43.4%
42.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
39.6%
37.8%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
37.7%
41.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
52.8%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
49.1%
46.6%
Dances
Dances
34%
32.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
22.6%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
50.9%
46.2%
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Cascade Heights, Spring Hills Hunters Creek and Sancerre at Orange City are the top-rated independent living facilities near Forest City, Florida. See full list of communities.

There are 62 independent living facilities near Forest City, Florida. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Forest City, Florida are Sancerre at Orange City, Grand Villa of Altamonte Springs and Windsor at Celebration. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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