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10 Best Independent Living Communities in South Bradenton, FL

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The cost of independent living in South Bradenton is about $4,004 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 397 options.

Read 8988 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. You may also consider nearby communities such as Sarasota, Bradenton and St. Petersburg.

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Photo of Druid Gardens
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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It is nice to see that my father is in a very clean community. He is very happy with the meals with a lot of variety. He is trying to get more involved with the great activities. The staff is wonderful and...
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.
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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.
Photo of Madison Glen
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 Barrbee Towers
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: 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.
Photo of Prospect Towers of Clearwater
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
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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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Photo of Theresa Home ALF
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.
Theresa Home is an assisted living community located in the beautiful seaside city of Safety Harbor, Pinellas County, Florida. This gorgeous town has everything that you could want from Florida. The beaches are beautiful, the harbor and marina are bustling and interesting, and there are fun...
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Photo of Villa Rosa
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 Fountain Ave ACLF Inc
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 Beckett Lake Lodge Alf
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 loved one was previously a resident at Refuge at New Life House. I thought that this facility was a very casual and home like atmosphere. The visitation was easy and welcoming. The move in process was...
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.
Located in Brandon, Hillsborough County, Florida, New Life Adult Care is an assisted living community that provides seniors with a safe and comfortable place to call home. Those looking for memory care in Brandon will find that this community offers just what they are seeking. The city of Brandon...
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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.
Private and semi-private vacancies. Exceptional care in an at-home environment.We are a retirement home you can affford, giving care you can rely on. We are dedicated to providing you or your loved ones with a safe comfortable home. Family atmosphere in our quiet residential area with...
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I live in Clear Bay Terrace for a year and a half. It's the best place to live if you are not a troublemaker. Normal people live here, compared to some other non-profits. If I was to force to leave for some...
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.
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.
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Your loved one will receive very good care here. I would recommend that your loved one is properly diagnosed so they get the right care from the start. The staff were very responsive to any questions or...
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
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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.
Aspire at Lakeside Oaks is a small, intimate senior living community in Dunedin, Florida. Located on Florida’s Gulf Coast, Dunedin is known for its gorgeous beaches, forests, and state parks. Aspire at Lakeside Oaks is a sprawling single-story community with beds for up to 24 residents, keeping...
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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: 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.

Cost of independent living in South Bradenton, FL

The average cost of senior living in South Bradenton is $4,004 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include St. Petersburg, FL with an average of $3,594 per month.

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

South Bradenton, FL
$4,004/mo
$3,640/mo
U.S. national average
$3,520/mo

Independent living costs in South Bradenton, FL, vs. other senior living options

$5,612/mo
Independent Living
$4,004/mo

Independent living costs in South Bradenton, FL, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$2,753/mo
Studio
$3,536/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,861/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,934/mo

Senior living costs in South Bradenton 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: South Bradenton, FL
Column state: Florida
Column national: U.S.
Community typeSouth Bradenton, FLFloridaU.S.
Independent Living$4,004/mo$3,640/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living$4,897/mo$4,853/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$5,612/mo$5,704/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living
South Bradenton, FL:$4,004/mo
Florida:$3,640/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
South Bradenton, FL:$4,897/mo
Florida:$4,853/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
South Bradenton, FL:$5,612/mo
Florida:$5,704/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
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Independent living costs in South Bradenton, FL, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in South Bradenton 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 average 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
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
South Bradenton, FL$3,904/mo$3,705/mo+5.4%
Florida$3,560/mo$3,449/mo+3.2%
National$3,416/mo$3,319/mo+2.9%
South Bradenton, FL
2024 average cost:$3,904/mo
2023 average cost:$3,705/mo
Percent change:+5.4%
Florida
2024 average cost:$3,560/mo
2023 average cost:$3,449/mo
Percent change:+3.2%
National
2024 average cost:$3,416/mo
2023 average cost:$3,319/mo
Percent change:+2.9%
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What families are saying about independent living in South Bradenton

Recent reviews for independent living in South Bradenton

A Banyan Residence in Venice, FL

4.0
I would recommend this facility as they are caring, loving people that treat the residents like family. The place is a good fit for someone who loves the outdoor environment.

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.

Lighthouse 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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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Delicious and customizable meals. Residents at various communities rave about the high-quality and diverse food options provided. At Stone River Retirement Community, meals come with multiple choices, including meat, fish, pasta, and vegetarian options. Additionally, accommodations are made for individual dietary restrictions ...
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Supportive and friendly staff. Reviews consistently mention the exceptional care and compassion shown by staff at different communities. For example, at Stone River Retirement Community, residents praise the kindness and attentiveness of the team, while Cypress Springs notes that staff members call residents by name and a ...
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Engaging activities and social opportunities. Residents enjoy the wide range of activities and opportunities to socialize at their communities. At Stone River Retirement Community, residents participate in daily exercise classes, craft activities, games, and movies. At Water's Edge of Bradenton, residents enjoy the continuity of care fr ...
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Thoughtful amenities and cleanliness. The cleanliness and well-maintained facilities are mentioned frequently in reviews. At Stone River Retirement Community, residents appreciate the beautiful decorations and scents in the common areas. At Woodlands Village, the community is undergoing renovations, with new facilities such as a ...
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Independent living with assistance available. Many reviews highlight the benefits of independent living with the option for assistance when needed. At Stone River Retirement Community, the apartment sizes and amenities cater to residents' needs, while on-site medical staff is available for assistance. At Cypress Springs, the move-in pro ...
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Comfortable and inviting living spaces. Reviews consistently mention the comfortable and welcoming living spaces at different communities. At Stone River Retirement Community, residents enjoy the luxury of chef-prepared meals and the convenience of having their apartments cleaned weekly. At Beach Club by Sky Active Living, the loc ...
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South Bradenton independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in South Bradenton independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in South Bradenton, 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 South Bradenton 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 South Bradenton 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%
21.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
42.6%
35.7%
No sugar
No sugar
40.8%
32%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
34.5%
34.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
19.6%
11.7%
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Availability of select dining options in South Bradenton 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 South Bradenton communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
37.8%
37.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
42.1%
44.8%
Room service
Room service
36%
38.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
16.4%
17.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in South Bradenton 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 South Bradenton offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
South Bradenton, FLNational
Activity director
Activity director
44.3%
46.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
31.7%
29.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
32.2%
34.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
41.8%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
48.9%
50.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
49.9%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
40.1%
44.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
39.3%
39.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
40.8%
43%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
48.9%
48.3%
Live performances
Live performances
46.9%
48.1%
Dances
Dances
36.5%
34.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
27.5%
40.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
47.6%
47.6%
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Water's Edge of Bradenton, Discovery Village Sarasota Bay IL and Westminster Bradenton Point Pleasant, a CCRC are the top-rated independent living facilities near South Bradenton, Florida. See full list of communities.
There are 397 independent living facilities near South Bradenton, Florida. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in South Bradenton, Florida are The Windsor of Lakewood Ranch, Bayshore Guest Home and Gardens and Grand Villa of Englewood. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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