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The cost of independent living in Sumter County is about $4,135 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 330 options. Read 7748 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 Colliers at Lakeland
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8.0
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We have lived in the independent facility at the Colliers for a few months and it is fantastic. The food ,staff and employees are awesome and extremely caring. If anyone is looking for an assisted or...
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.
Sitting along a serene lake, Arbor Hills provides the perfect residence for active seniors. Residents can choose from spacious studio, one- and two-bedroom apartments, which provide peaceful, private space. The apartments feature walk-in closets, washer and dryer hookup, refrigerator, induction...
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Photo of Orlando Lutheran Towers, a CCRC
66 Photos available
8.0
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2 reviews
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Some of the night staff were very impatient. The nurses were great.
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.
Orlando Lutheran Towers, a CCRC offers a wide range of senior living options within downtown Orlando, Florida. You can live in the center of it all without giving up your quality of life. Residents can choose from a variety of spacious apartments and can enjoy the many common areas. Apartments...
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Photo of Brookwood Assisted Living
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My MIL was not here long, but for the time there, we witnessed caring staff. The room was as welcoming as possible, with options for us to make it more homey. Staff was kind and gentle and caring. I...
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 Angels Senior Living at Lodges of Idlewild
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22 Floor plans available
8.0
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Angels Senior Living at the Lodges of Idlewild turned out to be the perfect place for my father and stepmother. The caring nature of the staff, the cleanliness of the community, and the welcoming atmosphere...
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.
We do accept Medicaid in our community. As well as Long Term Care Insurance.
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Photo of The Reserve at Davenport
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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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Photo of Westminster Lakeland, a CCRC
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My mom is doing great at Westminster Lakeland! They are friendly and caring. I can say that it is hard to get my mom to ask when she needs something. It is a my mom thing. I wish she would push her button...
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.
Westminster Lakeland offers a wide variety of residences, from villa homes on tree-lined neighborhood streets to lakeside apartment residences, ranging in size from studios to two bedrooms. The calendar is always full of exciting lifelong learning and well-being opportunities, plus you’ll enjoy...
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Photo of The Gardens of Lake Alfred
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Thanks to the dilligence of the PCP at Lake Alfred , the nurse’s expertise My husband is alive today Their care is exceptional The meal unfortunately there’s no special diet , it’s one meal for all The...
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.
The Gardens of Lake Alfred is an assisted living community within the quiet town of Lake Alfred, FL. Our beautiful community is situated in a region full of citrus and palm trees with plenty of blue skies to enjoy throughout the year. Lake Alfred is a great place to reside and offers a wonderful...
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Photo of Allegro Winter Park
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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.
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Photo of Magnolia Manor Assisted Living
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He was there for a very, very short time and had to return to the nursing home. Reason did not have anything to do with the facility ; They were wonderful, warm, welcoming and assisted me moving in and...
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.
Magnolia Manor is an assisted living community located in the charming southern town of Lutz, FL. This is the type of town where everyone waves a friendly hello and people from out of town are made to feel at home. Not only do the residents feel the welcoming atmosphere of Lutz, but visiting...
Photo of Brookdale Canopy Oaks
88 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
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The nurse we worked with was exceptional. She answered our many questions. The facility was clean. We were comforted by the care he was provided in his final days.
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.
Quiet Senior Living, Full of LifeYour senior years should be full of life, not full of chores like cooking and cleaning. Your days should be spent doing interesting things with interesting people. That’s what you’ll find at this premier assisted living and memory care community in picturesque...
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Photo of Regency Park Assisted Living
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We went to our first visit just to have something to compare with facilities closer to me, but the staff was so warm and inviting. The residents were gathering downstairs for bingo and they were also...
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.
Discover a place where comfort, care, and community come together. Regency Park Assisted Living Facility offers a warm and welcoming community where residents can enjoy a fulfilling and active lifestyle. Our mission is to provide exceptional care and support while ensuring a comfortable and...
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Photo of A Banyan Residence
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My parents have been residents of this assisted living community for the past three years. Over that time, I’ve learned that while no facility can care for your loved ones exactly the way you would, 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.
In short, we’re a family-run property that’s here to create a home-like environment for our residents. Our Villages location was custom designed and built in 2021 with the experience of over 25 years in assisted living and memory care. We offer an outdoor living concept where all our residential...
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Photo of Ansley Parke at Oakbridge
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[name removed] is such a blessing at Ansley Parke. Her approachable manner is so enthusiastic, welcoming, compassionate, and professional. Anyone with a loved one at Ansley Parke can be assured that they are...
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.
Full Days. Full Lives. Full Hearts.You deserve the best of what life has to offer, and you shouldn’t have to sacrifice the quality of life you want for the safety and security you need, especially as your health changes. At our Lakeland community, you and your loved ones will live with the peace...
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Photo of Keystone Place at Terra Bella
99 Photos available
88 Floor plans available
7.7
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Love the other residents. Very friendly and I play games with several groups of people. I like the food but some say it has gone down hill. I tend to think it is overpriced but I love the outdoor balcony...
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.
Whether you choose Independent Living, Assisted Living, or Memory Care at Keystone Place at Terra Bella, we guarantee you will be both inspired and enabled to do just that!Located on a beautifully landscaped campus in Land O' Lakes, Florida, our senior living community is committed to providing...
Photo of The Gardens of Westbrooke
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What stood out to me was on my visit the Director [name removed]new people's name without even thinking assisted them immediately even if I had to wait five minutes, which was well worth it because it showed...
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.
THE GARDENS OF WESTBROOKE IS AN ASSISTED LIVING FACILITY LOCATED IN THE CITY OF ZEPHYRHILS FLORIDA. ZEPHYRHILLS HAS AN ACTIVE HISTORIC DISTRICT THAT IMMEDIATELY TRANSPORTS YOU BACK TO A SIMPLER TIME. OUR NEWLY RENNOVATED COMMUNITY OFFERS A SLEAK LUXURIOUS LOOK SET IN GREEN LANDSCAPES WITH TREES...
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Photo of The Harrison of Wildwood
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Great staff always helpful. Very Clean and they have good food. I like the residents there. They had a problem with one resident and they were immediately removed. I never felt as it was a cattle call like...
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.
The Harrison of Wildwood is nestled near the master-planned community of The Villages in Wildwood, FL. Welcome to your new home for exceptional assisted living and memory care services. We also provide respite care for short-term stays and hold an Extended Congregate Care License, which allows...
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Photo of Angels Senior Living at Connerton Court
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The transportation available is not suitable for those with mobility issues, so assistance with transportation and participation in activities off site can be limited. If they are managing medications for...
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.
Connerton Court strives to provide an assisted living community to meet the physical, emotional, and spiritual needs of its residents, embracing 'excellence' as its only acceptable standard. Our facility features a chapel, movie theater, and activity rooms for games, arts and crafts, or exercise....
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Photo of Westminster Winter Park a CCRC
2424 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
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The waitlist can vary depending on if you put a deposit down or not. If you are applying for independent living, the applicant will be interviewed by a registered nurse and a financial review before being...
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.
Experience exceptional, lakeside senior living at Westminster Winter Park, offering 42 acres of natural beauty on Lake Berry. You will love being close to the culture, attractions, and medical services of Orlando. And the storied, historic town of Winter Park, Florida offers world-class dining,...
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Photo of The Oakview
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Good price, very nice staff, accommodating, personable, not a lot of extras or amenities, but they make pops comfortable and happy.
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.
The Oakview Assisted Living & Memory Care | Affordable Senior Living in New Port Richey, FLDiscover compassionate, affordable senior living at The Oakview Assisted Living & Memory Care in New Port Richey, Florida, offering personalized assisted living and specialized memory care in a...
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Photo of Salishan Retirement
2020 Photos available
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My mother-in-law really likes it. My aunt complains that the food is salty. Apparently the dining room is going to be without air conditioning for up to four months so that's an inconvenience.
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.
We believe that Salishan is so much more than walls and windows - it's a place to enjoy home-cooked meals, game night, or a quiet evening with family and friends. It's where you always feel comfortable, safe, and secure.At Salishan, our management teams live on-site, and are available 24 hours a...
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Photo of Spring Hills Hunters Creek
1111 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
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It's a very nice place but really expensive. They also seem to be a little short handed at times. I toured it and was impressed.
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.
Spring Hills Hunter's Creek is an assisted living community in sunny Orlando, Florida. In addition to our regular functions, we are also a community of Alzheimer's support and care. At Spring Hills, our motto is 'Caring with a Commitment to Quality.' This motto reflects us in everything we do....
Photo of Oasis at Haines City
88 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
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The facility is very clean, well kept, the food is good. Management and staff are efficient, caring and very helpful. Activities and transportation are available.
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.
Oasis at Haines City isn’t known just for the friendly faces you will discover at every turn. Our community prides itself on its comfortable and inviting environment and our exceptional amenities. Chat with new neighbors who quickly become friends over hot coffee or tea in the elegant great room....
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Photo of Mayfield Retirement Center
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The Mayfield Retirement Center feels welcoming and homey. Everyone from the Administrator to the cleaners are concerned about each and every resident. The interactions between people who work there and...
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.
Mayfield Retirement Center is an assisted living community located in Leesburg, Florida. We offer a wide range of services to meet the needs of those in Leesburg and the surrounding area. Located off Rt. 460, we offer convenient access to the surrounding community, modern amenities, and...
Photo of Lady Lake Senior Living
2121 Photos available
88 Floor plans available
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Value was a big one and that's not just saying it was cheap. The care was exactly what she needed with no fluff, even though we didn't recognize that at first. It was clean, it was safe and she was kept...
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.
As the premier assisted living and memory care community, Lady Lake Senior Living is your choice for senior living in Florida. Set in picturesque Lake County, Lady Lake Senior Living is a vibrant senior living community located just minutes from an abundance of recreation, entertainment, and...
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We chose Elan Buena Vista because of the newness of the facility and the flexibility with signing on. The room sizes here are good for her needs. I would tell others that they do have a nice garden area and...
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.

Cost of independent living in Sumter County, FL

The average cost of senior living in Sumter County is $4,135 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Brooksville, FL with an average of $3,932 per month.

Independent living costs in Sumter County, FL, vs. nearby counties

Sumter County, FL
$4,135/mo
$4,534/mo
$4,507/mo

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

Sumter County, FL
$4,135/mo
$4,265/mo
U.S. national average
$4,247/mo

Independent living costs in Sumter County, FL, vs. other senior living options

$4,370/mo
Independent Living
$4,135/mo

Independent living costs in Sumter County, FL, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$2,833/mo
Studio
$3,250/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,803/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,791/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$5,013/mo

Senior living costs in Sumter County 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: Sumter County, FL
Column state: Florida
Column national: U.S.
Community typeSumter County, FLFloridaU.S.
Independent Living$4,135/mo$4,265/mo$4,247/mo
Assisted Living$4,104/mo$4,141/mo$4,784/mo
Memory Care$4,370/mo$4,613/mo$5,056/mo
Independent Living
Sumter County, FL:$4,135/mo
Florida:$4,265/mo
U.S.:$4,247/mo
Assisted Living
Sumter County, FL:$4,104/mo
Florida:$4,141/mo
U.S.:$4,784/mo
Memory Care
Sumter County, FL:$4,370/mo
Florida:$4,613/mo
U.S.:$5,056/mo
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Independent living costs in Sumter County, FL, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Sumter County 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
Sumter County, FL$3,449/mo$3,158/mo+9.2%
Florida$3,394/mo$3,301/mo+2.8%
National$3,257/mo$3,166/mo+2.9%
Sumter County, FL
2024 average cost:$3,449/mo
2023 average cost:$3,158/mo
Percent change:+9.2%
Florida
2024 average cost:$3,394/mo
2023 average cost:$3,301/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 Sumter County

Recent reviews for independent living in Sumter County

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.

Grand Living Park at Lake Mary

5.0
Excellent facility. Wonderful staff. Amazing experience. My step father moved in within 2 weeks and has received top care ever since! We are so lucky to have found such an amazing place. Thank you "Aplaceformom" for helping us locate this facility.

Sumter County independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Sumter County independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Sumter County, 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 Sumter County 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 Sumter County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Sumter County, FLNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
32%
20.9%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
44.4%
35.2%
No sugar
No sugar
39.1%
31.6%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
37%
34.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
22.2%
11.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Sumter County 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 Sumter County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Sumter County, FLNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
39.7%
37.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
49.2%
44.3%
Room service
Room service
42.4%
37.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
19.2%
17.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Sumter County 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 Sumter County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Sumter County, FLNational
Activity director
Activity director
54.9%
46%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
40.1%
28.9%
Community service programs
Community service programs
37%
33.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
49.5%
48.1%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
57.6%
49.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
57.6%
54.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
47.5%
43.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
48.1%
39.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
47.5%
42.6%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
57.6%
47.9%
Live performances
Live performances
54.5%
47.5%
Dances
Dances
40.4%
33.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
31.6%
40.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
55.9%
47.2%
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Frequently Asked Questions

American House Wildwood, Pebble Springs Retirement and Steeplechase Gracious Retirement are the top-rated independent living facilities near Sumter County, Florida. See full list of communities.
There are 330 independent living facilities near Sumter County, Florida. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Sumter County, Florida are American House Wildwood, Bahama Bay Club Luxury Senior Living and Windsor at Celebration. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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