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10 Best Independent Living Communities in South Palm Beach, FL

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The cost of independent living in South Palm Beach is about $4,720 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 63 options. Read 1196 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 Cresthaven
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My father is living in the memory care site and the staffs are very professional caring and patience. I love this place for my father I feel grateful that the admisión process was fast and ethical. Love this...
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.
Living at Cresthaven, you'll maintain the independence you desire, while benefiting from an array of quality services that give you more time to experience an active lifestyle. Cresthaven offers an active lifestyle for people of all ages in a location you'll say feels 'just like home.' We are...
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5 star
44%
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Such a Gorgeous home I have here at Harborchase of boynton beach. I made lots of new friends, always busy, love the nursing care, meals are excellent but most of all I love daily happy hour with the girls!
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.
HarborChase of Boynton Beach offers a luxurious and exceptional retirement lifestyle. Spacious apartments, generous amenities, and unparalleled hospitality and cuisine combine to make HarborChase of Boynton Beach the senior living experience you want and deserve. Conveniently located just minutes...
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5 star
61%
4 star
9%
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1 star
30%
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City Walk is a very appropriate place for those needing support and supervision. It has a range of cage levels, allowing the more independent to have access to a bustling downtown area, with multiple music...
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.
City Walk Assisted Living is centrally located in downtown West Palm with direct access to City Place with all it's amenities, Government Services, Parks, Museums and of course the inter coastal and beautiful ocean beaches nearby.With over 30 years of history and experience, we understand the...
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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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.
Photo of Hibiscus Palace Assisted Living Facility LLC
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.
Photo of Lake Worth Towers
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.
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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.
Photo of The Pointe at Newport Place
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.
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Most caring owner and staff...Small and comfortable. In days past, it was one of those Motels back in the 50's....Where the pool was...(in front of the outdoor rooms), is a large gazebo when I spend 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.
The Rustic Retreat Retirement Home is an assisted living center in beautiful, sunny Boynton Beach, Florida. The sub-tropical climate will have you feeling like you are in an exclusive island getaway filled with the best beaches in all of Palm Beach County. This city boasts a wide variety of...
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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.
Photo of Upside Boynton Beach
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Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Upside is truly an exclusive opportunity to live independently on your own terms. We offer luxury living options with over 2,500+ apartments in our network across the country alongside a dedicated and experienced personal concierge support system. Upside is a uniquely designed senior...
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
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
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.
Photo of Amazing Grace Assisted Living Home III LLC
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.
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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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.
5 star
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My loved one has been here for 2 years, so we have a lot of expeinrece. The staff are incredible with everything that they have done. My mom has dementia and they keep her busy, they understand her...
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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The best place ever!!!!! The staff is so caring, patient, and AMAZING!!! The best meals and snacks and it's so clean !!! I can rest every night, knowing my mother is getting the best care ever !!!
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.
Wyndham House is an assisted living community located in West Palm Beach, Palm Beach County, Florida. West Palm Beach, which is one of the three main cities in south Florida, is situated about 70 miles north of Downtown Miami. The region is known for its tourism and recreation possibilities, and...
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.
Photo of Grand Living at West Palm Beach
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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.
The Watermark at West Palm Beach - NOW OPENOffering Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Memory Care, The Watermark is inspired by the inimitable setting of South Florida. Elegant residences and gourmet dining. Resort-style amenities, from a rooftop pool to a spa and salon. Exceptional...
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Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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 Mc Keen Towers
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.
Photo of Lourdes Pavillion
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.
Photo of Path Of Life Of Lake Worth
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.

Cost of independent living in South Palm Beach, FL

The average cost of senior living in South Palm Beach is $4,720 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Delray Beach, FL with an average of $4,329 per month.

Independent living costs in South Palm Beach, FL, vs. nearby cities

South Palm Beach, FL
$4,720/mo
$4,700/mo
$4,568/mo

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

South Palm Beach, FL
$4,720/mo
$4,196/mo
U.S. national average
$4,153/mo

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

$5,129/mo
Independent Living
$4,720/mo

Independent living costs in South Palm Beach, FL, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,907/mo
Studio
$4,823/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,273/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,021/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$6,230/mo

Senior living costs in South Palm Beach 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 Palm Beach, FL
Column state: Florida
Column national: U.S.
Community typeSouth Palm Beach, FLFloridaU.S.
Independent Living$4,720/mo$4,196/mo$4,153/mo
Assisted Living$4,661/mo$4,082/mo$4,698/mo
Memory Care$5,129/mo$4,528/mo$4,946/mo
Independent Living
South Palm Beach, FL:$4,720/mo
Florida:$4,196/mo
U.S.:$4,153/mo
Assisted Living
South Palm Beach, FL:$4,661/mo
Florida:$4,082/mo
U.S.:$4,698/mo
Memory Care
South Palm Beach, FL:$5,129/mo
Florida:$4,528/mo
U.S.:$4,946/mo
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Independent living costs in South Palm Beach, FL, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in South Palm Beach 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
South Palm Beach, FL$3,313/mo$3,426/mo-3.3%
Florida$3,401/mo$3,305/mo+2.9%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
South Palm Beach, FL
2024 average cost:$3,313/mo
2023 average cost:$3,426/mo
Percent change:-3.3%
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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Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What families are saying about independent living in South Palm Beach

Recent reviews for independent living in South Palm Beach

Cura Living at Boca Raton

5.0
We're very pleased with how things have turned out at Banyan Place! The facility itself is nice looking, clean, and very well kept. The staff is friendly and professional, and the owner was easy to work with a big help throughout the whole process! It's been a bit of an adjustment for our loved ...
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Grand Villa of Deerfield Beach

4.1
They don't do as much as you would like or go out of their way. Apartment sizes are good, but air conditioning sometimes doesn't work right. Prices keep going up we couldn't afford last increase!

Courtyard Gardens of Jupiter

5.0
I rate them 5 again, I still love them for all I did from the beginning. But I just wish we could find somewhere closer to Hobe Sound for the same cost as we were able through Courtyard Gardens to get her on Medicaid which was a help with cost of her living at Courtyard Gardens, but we would ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Friendly and helpful staff. Several reviews from Elison of Lake Worth, Windward Palms, and Palomino Gardens Retirement Community mention the kindness and attentiveness of the community staff, with one resident's daughter sharing how staff members go 'above and beyond' to make their loved ones feel welcome.
Delicious meals and dining experiences. Reviews for Windward Palms, Palomino Gardens Retirement Community, and Grand Villa of Boynton Beach consistently praise the quality of the food offered at their communities, with some residents looking forward to mealtimes as social occasions.
Wide range of engaging activities. Activities are a key feature mentioned in reviews from The Pointe at West Palm, Palomino Gardens Retirement Community, and Discovery Village at Boynton Beach, with residents enjoying a variety of offerings such as movie nights, games, and group outings.
Beautiful and well-maintained communities. Reviews for The Pointe at West Palm, The Arbor at Lake Worth, and Palomino Gardens Retirement Community frequently mention the cleanliness and upkeep of their respective communities, with residents appreciating both the interior and exterior spaces.
Supportive and communicative staff. Reviews for The Pointe at West Palm, The Arbor at Lake Worth, and Palomino Gardens Retirement Community highlight the importance of clear communication between residents, families, and staff, with staff members taking an active role in keeping everyone informed.
Individually tailored care and accommodations. Residents and their families in reviews for The Pointe at West Palm, The Arbor at Lake Worth, and Palomino Gardens Retirement Community express appreciation for the individualized care and attention provided by staff, allowing for a personalized living experience.
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South Palm Beach independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in South Palm Beach independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in South Palm Beach, 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 Palm Beach 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 Palm Beach partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
South Palm Beach, FLNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
24.1%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
38.9%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
38.9%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
27.8%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
16.7%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in South Palm Beach 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 Palm Beach communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
South Palm Beach, FLNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
38.9%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
46.3%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
44.4%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
14.8%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in South Palm Beach 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 Palm Beach offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
South Palm Beach, FLNational
Activity director
Activity director
50%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
29.6%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
33.3%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
40.7%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
51.9%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
53.7%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
44.4%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
38.9%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
38.9%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
48.1%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
50%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
31.5%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
35.2%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
46.3%
46.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Elegance at Lake Worth, Finnish American Village and Grand Villa of Delray East are the top-rated independent living facilities near South Palm Beach, Florida. See full list of communities.
There are 63 independent living facilities near South Palm Beach, Florida. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in South Palm Beach, Florida are Elegance at Lake Worth, Finnish American Village and Grand Villa of Delray East. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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