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The cost of independent living in Gandy is about $3,961 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 102 options. Read 1241 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: 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: 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: 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: 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: 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.
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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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: 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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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
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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.
A Safe Haven Assisted LivingA Safe Haven Assisted Living is an assisted living community located in the quiet town of Seminole, FL. The town of Seminole is near North Redington Beach, and alive with activities in a relaxing community that is located in Pinellas County and home to about 17,000...
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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: 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: 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.
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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.
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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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Jewish Center Towers is the premier Tampa address for senior living. Conveniently located in one of Tampa’s most prestigious neighborhoods, Hyde Park, it’s an ideal place to call home with shopping, restaurants, entertainment and hospitals nearby.Each apartment home features a fully equipped...
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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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My husband and I moved here in 10/21 a cancer patient at [name removed] in Tampa, he lost his 2 yr battle with cancer 7/22. I don't have a complaint, I like the park, people, I have great neighbors, it's...
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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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The staff was very helpful and nice. The place could use more TLC. The nursing staff needs to be more attentive to assisted living residents. I really liked the individual villas. For that reason, if needed,...
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.
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
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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.

Cost of independent living in Gandy, FL

The average cost of senior living in Gandy is $3,961 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Belleair Bluffs, FL with an average of $3,730 per month.

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

Gandy, FL
$3,961/mo

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

Gandy, FL
$3,961/mo
$4,196/mo
U.S. national average
$4,153/mo

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

$4,345/mo
Independent Living
$3,961/mo

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

Semi-Private
$3,300/mo
Studio
$4,455/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,667/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,232/mo

Senior living costs in Gandy 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: Gandy, FL
Column state: Florida
Column national: U.S.
Community typeGandy, FLFloridaU.S.
Independent Living$3,961/mo$4,196/mo$4,153/mo
Assisted Living$3,882/mo$4,082/mo$4,698/mo
Memory Care$4,345/mo$4,528/mo$4,946/mo
Independent Living
Gandy, FL:$3,961/mo
Florida:$4,196/mo
U.S.:$4,153/mo
Assisted Living
Gandy, FL:$3,882/mo
Florida:$4,082/mo
U.S.:$4,698/mo
Memory Care
Gandy, FL:$4,345/mo
Florida:$4,528/mo
U.S.:$4,946/mo
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Independent living costs in Gandy, FL, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Gandy 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
Gandy, FL$2,687/mo$2,571/mo+4.5%
Florida$3,401/mo$3,305/mo+2.9%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
Gandy, FL
2024 average cost:$2,687/mo
2023 average cost:$2,571/mo
Percent change:+4.5%
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 Gandy

Recent reviews for independent living in Gandy

Sun Towers in Sun City Center, FL

5.0
The service was outstanding because [of] the personnel [was] outstanding. The personnel [was] outstanding because the supervisory and management was outstanding.

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

Warm and friendly staff. Many reviews mention the kindness and attentiveness of the staff at various communities, such as Grand Villa Clearwater and The Princess Martha. Residents and their families express gratitude for the caring nature of the staff, who go above and beyond to make everyone feel welcome.
Delicious and varied meals. Throughout the reviews, the quality of the food is a common theme, with residents at The Hampton Apartments, Grand Villa Clearwater, and The Princess Martha praising the taste and selection of meals. Some communities even accommodate dietary restrictions.
Active social calendar. Activities are an essential aspect of life at several communities, including Hampton Apartments and The Princess Martha. Residents enjoy a wide range of events, from singing and games to movies and outings, which help them stay engaged and active.
Well-maintained facilities. Reviews consistently mention the cleanliness and upkeep of the communities, such as Grand Villa Clearwater and The Princess Martha. Residents appreciate the attention to detail in both communal areas and their personal living spaces.
Supportive and caring community. Numerous reviews express the sense of community and support that residents feel at places like The Princess Martha and Hampton Apartments. Residents and their families mention the sense of belonging and the helpfulness of their new neighbors.
Professional and efficient management. Several reviews praise the competence and attentiveness of community management at various facilities, such as Grand Villa Clearwater and The Princess Martha. Residents value the responsiveness and dedication of the staff, who address concerns and ensure a smooth living experience.
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Gandy independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Gandy independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Gandy, 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 Gandy 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 Gandy 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
21.5%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
30.4%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
30.4%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
21.5%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
8.9%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Gandy 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 Gandy communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
24.1%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
29.1%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
21.5%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
5.1%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Gandy 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 Gandy offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
29.1%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
21.5%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
21.5%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
31.6%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
36.7%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
35.4%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
24.1%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
25.3%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
26.6%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
35.4%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
31.6%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
24.1%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
15.2%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
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Frequently Asked Questions

Salterra Senior Living at Largo, Weinberg Village and Grand Villa of Clearwater are the top-rated independent living facilities near Gandy, Florida. See full list of communities.
There are 102 independent living facilities near Gandy, Florida. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Gandy, Florida are Coral Oaks, The Meridian at Brandon and The Barrington. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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