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The cost of independent living in Fort Walton Beach is about $4,220 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 6 options. Read 254 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 Bayport of Fort Walton Beach
1010 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
9.4
Review score
24 reviews
9.4
Review score
24 reviews
5 star
67%
4 star
29%
3 star
0%
2 star
0%
1 star
4%
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I would rate everything a 5 except for the food. I was frequently there with my mom for breakfast and lunch and my brother for dinner. The food left a lot to be desired. I would rate it a 2 - and that...
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.
Locally owned and managed by SRI, LLC who have 30 communities in their portfolio. This one of kind community in Fort Walton Beach brings a new concept to senior living. The concepts has 4 buildings at which each are connected by an interior hall and can be also entered from exterior. Inside...
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1313 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.3
Review score
178 reviews
9.3
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178 reviews
5 star
73%
4 star
20%
3 star
3%
2 star
1%
1 star
3%
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Friendly and accommodating. They all really want to see the residents comfortable and their needs taken care of. Very approachable for any reason.
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.
Meridian at Westwood provides a full range of choices for today's seniors. Choosing a senior living community represents a lifestyle choice and we understand that our residents are choosing much more than a comfortable living environment to call home. In choosing this community, our residents...
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Photo of Belvedere Commons of Fort Walton Beach
22 Photos available
8.2
Review score
32 reviews
8.2
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32 reviews
5 star
38%
4 star
37%
3 star
3%
2 star
3%
1 star
19%
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It is a smaller facility so one can easily get from one space to another. We have one in Memory Care and the other in Assited Living. They visit often. The facility is updated. The look is fresh. The rooms...
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.
Belvedere Commons of Fort Walton Beach is an elegant assisted living and memory care community in southern Okaloosa County, Florida. Uniquely placed in a beautiful residential setting near the Emerald Coast along the northern Gulf of Mexico, Belvedere Commons is a warm, vibrant and supportive...
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Photo of Brookdale Fort Walton Beach
1212 Photos available
7.0
Review score
19 reviews
7.0
Review score
19 reviews
5 star
37%
4 star
37%
3 star
21%
2 star
5%
1 star
0%
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We picked this community, because it was close to my house, I liked that it's secure-locked doors, and it was smaller. There are some things that they stated that they would provide, but they couldn't do...
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.
When you’re ready to enjoy your well-deserved retirement and leave the laundry, housekeeping and daily chores to someone else, our community in Fort Walton Beach, on Florida’s magnificent Emerald Coast, is waiting for you. We offer assisted living and Alzheimer’s and dementia care while providing...
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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.
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I would recommend this community to others. They are cute condos and they are a perfect size and they have a balcony to enjoy also. Communication is good between the staff and our family. They keep us...
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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Cost of independent living in Fort Walton Beach, FL

The average cost of senior living in Fort Walton Beach is $4,220 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Laurel Hill, FL with an average of $2,876 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Fort Walton Bch, FL vs. nearby cities

Fort Walton Bch, FL
$4,220/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Fort Walton Bch, FL vs. the state and national average

Fort Walton Bch, FL
$4,220/mo
$4,003/mo
U.S. national average
$4,033/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Fort Walton Bch vs. other types of senior living

$4,329/mo
Independent Living
$4,220/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Fort Walton Bch, FL by room type

Semi-Private
$3,621/mo
Studio
$4,365/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,660/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,144/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Fort Walton Bch over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Fort Walton Bch

Recent reviews for independent living in Fort Walton Bch

Bayport of Fort Walton Beach

4.9
What has really stood out to us and what we really like most about the Bayport of Fort Walton Beach community is he overall friendliness of the staff. We would recommend this community to other families who may need a place for their loved ones.

Navarre Gardens

5.0
Navarre Gardens has been a great place for my dad. We had to find a place for him quickly and they were really friendly and efficient helping us with the process. He likes being able to take the shuttle when he needs to and loves getting 3 good meals a day! Love that they have “field trips” too! ...
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Navarre Gardens North

5.0
From the moment you step onto the property, you're enveloped in a serene atmosphere of tranquility and natural beauty. Each corner seems to hold a new delightful surprise,The rooms are not only impeccably clean but also exude a charming elegance that makes you feel right at home. The attention ...
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Fort Walton Bch independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Fort Walton Bch independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Fort Walton Bch, 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 Fort Walton Bch 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 Fort Walton Bch partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Fort Walton Bch, FLNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
16.7%
20.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
33.3%
33.5%
No sugar
No sugar
33.3%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
33.3%
32.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Fort Walton Bch 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 Fort Walton Bch communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
33.3%
35.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
66.7%
42.7%
Room service
Room service
50%
36.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
50%
17%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Fort Walton Bch 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 Fort Walton Bch offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
50%
44.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
50%
27.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
50%
32.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
66.7%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
66.7%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
66.7%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
66.7%
42.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
50%
37.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
50%
40.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
66.7%
46.5%
Live performances
Live performances
66.7%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
66.7%
31.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
16.7%
39.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
66.7%
45.7%
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Frequently Asked Questions

The Opal at Bluewater Bay, Bayport of Fort Walton Beach and Navarre Gardens North are the top-rated independent living facilities near Fort Walton Beach, Florida. See full list of communities.

There are 6 independent living facilities near Fort Walton Beach, Florida. See the full list.

The best independent living facility near you in Fort Walton Beach, Florida is Meridian at Westwood. This independent living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.

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