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The cost of independent living in Postil is about $4,274 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 9 options. Read 284 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 The Opal at Bluewater Bay
88 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.7
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22 reviews
9.7
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22 reviews
5 star
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27%
3 star
14%
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My Dad was welcomed by friendly, caring, professional Staff! Everyone went above and beyond the normal to make my Dad feel welcome and wanted in his new apartment. I cannot thank the staff enough, from the...
Provides: Assisted 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.
Our assisted living community, located in Niceville, Fla., a short distance from the white sandy beaches of Destin, offers an engaging social life that will pull you away from the TV and into happy hour socials, card and board games, fitness classes, art and other creative projects, lively meals,...
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Photo of Bayport of Fort Walton Beach
1010 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
9.4
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24 reviews
9.4
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24 reviews
5 star
67%
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29%
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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
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178 reviews
9.3
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178 reviews
5 star
73%
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20%
3 star
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1%
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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
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32 reviews
8.2
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32 reviews
5 star
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37%
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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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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 American House Bluewater Bay
1111 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
2.0
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7 reviews
2.0
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7 reviews
5 star
43%
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29%
3 star
14%
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My loved one currently lives here and she is very happy! There are a lot of activities to do or to not do. The choice is hers. It is independent living so no intrusive people coming to "check" on her every...
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.
When considering an Independent Living community, you are choosing a lifestyle. With resort-style living for the active senior, residents live life by their own design. Our community offers condominium style living with a host of services and amenities along with an engaging entertainment...
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Photo of Brookdale Fort Walton Beach
1212 Photos available
7.0
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19 reviews
7.0
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19 reviews
5 star
37%
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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 Postil, FL

The average cost of senior living in Postil is $4,274 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Laurel Hill, FL with an average of $2,876 per month.

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

Postil, FL
$4,274/mo
$4,337/mo

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

Postil, FL
$4,274/mo
$4,003/mo
U.S. national average
$4,033/mo

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

$4,395/mo
Independent Living
$4,274/mo

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

Semi-Private
$3,651/mo
Studio
$4,486/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,944/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,476/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Postil over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Postil

Recent reviews for independent living in Postil

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 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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Meridian at Westwood in Fort Walton Beach, FL

5.0
The administration office is very helpful and friendly as long as you stay in contact with them. The atrium is beautiful and has a ton of activities scheduled throughout the month. The library is extensive and includes books with large print. The activities director is so kind to my dad.

Postil independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Postil independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Postil, 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 Postil 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 Postil 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
22.2%
20.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
55.6%
33.5%
No sugar
No sugar
44.4%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
44.4%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
11.1%
8.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Postil 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 Postil 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
66.7%
36.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
55.6%
17%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Postil 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 Postil offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
66.7%
44.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
44.4%
27.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
66.7%
32.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
77.8%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
77.8%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
77.8%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
77.8%
42.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
66.7%
37.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
66.7%
40.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
77.8%
46.5%
Live performances
Live performances
77.8%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
66.7%
31.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
22.2%
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 Postil, Florida. See full list of communities.

There are 9 independent living facilities near Postil, Florida. See the full list.

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

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