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The cost of independent living in Istachatta is about $4,032 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 306 options. Read 6475 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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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.
Unisen is the community that's dreaming just as big as you are as you enter your best years. For over 30 years, our residents have been the influencers behind Tampa's leading 62+ lifestyle experience. And as a not-for-profit lifecare community, we offer one-of-a-kind choices and healthcare...
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, Independent 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.
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
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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: 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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My loved one is doing pretty well with her move into this community. I do feel she is safe, and receiving good care. They have nice staff at this facility. They are taking good care of her, and her needs....
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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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.
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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.
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, 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.
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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Coming back home to great place to live.
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: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
Heritage is a gorgeous assisted living community that is located in Plant City, Hillsborough County, Florida. Plant City is a beautiful town in the heart of Florida. The center is in walking distance to many different shops and dining options. The staff at Heritage are always ready and willing to...
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Wonderful quiet environment. Grounds are well kept. Many activities available November thru March and some activities in summer months. Excellent value for your money. Mobile homes are older but, very...
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: 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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I have lived here for 10 years and I think this place is great. The staff are very knowledgeable about how to help you and make everything easy. The maintenance staff are very helpful, knowledgeable and...
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.
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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The food was good. It is a good value for your money. They had nice patios. It was a perfect place for my mom. We moved her out to be with my brother. We had a very positive experience at Lakeland Manor. I...
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.
Tender Loving Care Retirement Residence Tender Loving Care Retirement Residence is an assisted living community located in Lakeland, Florida, in Polk County and home to about 100,000 people. Lakeland is a wonderful city just outside the Tampa area and has pristine water views, golf, shopping,...
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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.

Cost of independent living in Istachatta, FL

The average cost of senior living in Istachatta is $4,032 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Weeki Wachee, FL with an average of $3,437 per month.

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

Istachatta, FL
$4,032/mo
$4,344/mo

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

Istachatta, FL
$4,032/mo
$4,217/mo
U.S. national average
$4,176/mo

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

$4,327/mo
Independent Living
$4,032/mo

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

Semi-Private
$3,669/mo
Studio
$4,581/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,745/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,563/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$5,645/mo

Senior living costs in Istachatta 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: Istachatta, FL
Column state: Florida
Column national: U.S.
Community typeIstachatta, FLFloridaU.S.
Independent Living$4,032/mo$4,217/mo$4,176/mo
Assisted Living$3,906/mo$4,096/mo$4,718/mo
Memory Care$4,327/mo$4,547/mo$4,972/mo
Independent Living
Istachatta, FL:$4,032/mo
Florida:$4,217/mo
U.S.:$4,176/mo
Assisted Living
Istachatta, FL:$3,906/mo
Florida:$4,096/mo
U.S.:$4,718/mo
Memory Care
Istachatta, FL:$4,327/mo
Florida:$4,547/mo
U.S.:$4,972/mo
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Independent living costs in Istachatta, FL, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Istachatta 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.

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Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Istachatta, FL$3,497/mo$3,153/mo+10.9%
Florida$3,399/mo$3,307/mo+2.8%
National$3,257/mo$3,166/mo+2.9%
Istachatta, FL
2024 average cost:$3,497/mo
2023 average cost:$3,153/mo
Percent change:+10.9%
Florida
2024 average cost:$3,399/mo
2023 average cost:$3,307/mo
Percent change:+2.8%
National
2024 average cost:$3,257/mo
2023 average cost:$3,166/mo
Percent change:+2.9%
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What families are saying about independent living in Istachatta

Recent reviews for independent living in Istachatta

Lake Gibson Village in Lakeland, FL

4.3
The communication between the staff and the family is good. They keep us well inform and up to date. I would recommend this community to others.

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.

Camelot Chateau Assisted Living LLC in Ocala, FL

5.0
Before I moved here, I received a welcoming call from a staff members and that friendly spirit of interest of staff continues offering a variety of food and activities. the facility is very organized and well managed

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Friendly and helpful staff. Several reviews praise the kindness and attentiveness of the staff at various communities. At Lake Ridge Village, residents and their families report that the staff goes above and beyond to make everyone feel welcome. At Grace Manor at Hunter's Creek, the managers are described as top-notch, ...
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Social opportunities to meet new friends. Many residents find joy in the various social events and activities offered at their communities. For example, at American House Wildwood, residents enjoy card games, field trips, and programs. At Lake Ridge Village, some residents have formed friendships through attending Bingo and Texas Ho ...
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Thoughtful and accommodating management. Reviews highlight the considerate nature of the management teams at several communities. At American House Wildwood, the activity director makes a point to welcome newcomers and ensure they feel at home. At Osprey Manor, the manager's ability to assess potential residents and determine if th ...
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Delicious and varied meal options. Residents and their families frequently mention the high quality of the food at their communities. For instance, at American House Wildwood, the meals are described as 5-star, with a wide range of choices. At Orchard Heights, although the food portions are sufficient and nutritious, they wou ...
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Engaging and varied activities. Activities are a major factor in residents' overall satisfaction with their communities. At American House Wildwood, residents can participate in brain health classes and various outings. At Lake Ridge Village, the residents call Bingo and Texas Hold 'Em games twice a week, while others enjo ...
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Welcoming and inclusive community atmosphere. A sense of community and inclusion is valued by many residents. At American House Wildwood, newcomers are made to feel at home and welcomed by both the staff and residents. At Lake Port Square, a CCRC, the clean and friendly environment puts families at ease, while residents are reported to ...
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Istachatta independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Istachatta independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Istachatta, 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 Istachatta 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 Istachatta 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
29.9%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
42.3%
34.5%
No sugar
No sugar
39.4%
31%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
34.3%
33.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
18.2%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Istachatta 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 Istachatta communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
36.9%
36.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
45.6%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
40.1%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
19%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Istachatta 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 Istachatta offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Istachatta, FLNational
Activity director
Activity director
52.2%
45.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
36.1%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
35%
33.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
45.6%
47.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
54%
49%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
53.6%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
43.4%
43%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
44.2%
38.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
44.9%
41.9%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
52.6%
47.2%
Live performances
Live performances
50.7%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
38%
33.1%
Fitness center
Fitness center
28.8%
39.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
51.8%
46.5%
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The Grande, AdviniaCare at Paddock Ridge and Grace Manor at Hunter's Creek are the top-rated independent living facilities near Istachatta, Florida. See full list of communities.
There are 306 independent living facilities near Istachatta, Florida. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Istachatta, Florida are Coral Oaks, American House Wildwood and Grand Villa of New Port Richey. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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