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The cost of independent living in University is about $3,856 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 65 options. Read 965 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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My brother has been in this facility for 15 years, the staff is kind and friendly. The administration is always available when I need to speak to them and solves the issues in a timely manner. my brother is...
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.
The Heritage is a luxury assisted living community located in Tampa, FL. The city of Tampa is in Hillsborough County and home to about 348,000 people. It's a bustling city with top sports, great shopping, relaxing beaches and tranquil breezes. Residents can enjoy a wide assortment of activities...
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My mom is here currently and they’re absolutely meeting my expectations. The food is very good, well balanced and nutritious, and they have a variable menu so there are plenty of options. The staff has been...
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.
Alimar Assisted Living is an assisted living community located in Tampa, FL. The city of Tampa is located in Hillsborough County and is home to over 348,000 people. Tampa is an exciting town with beaches, eateries, sports events and shopping. Residents can enjoy going on outings, going out to...
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We were there for a week and a half before he got sick again, but the CNA's were very helpful. The administrator there, she was great. They helped get my father what he needed in the short time he was there....
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.
We are a small Assisted Living Facility located on 4 Beautiful acres with Home Style Living and Serene Lakefront views,Our caring staff members have over 15 years experience in senior care
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My mother lived here for nearly three years and she was the happiest she had been in a long time. It is a beautiful community but what really makes it beautiful are the people who live and work there. A...
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.
“The family feeling that you experience at Horizon Bay at Hyde Park is due to the genuine love the employees have for the residents.” Horizon Bay at Hyde Park is the first independent and assisted living retirement community built in South Tampa in more than twenty years. Located on the corner of...
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Provides: Independent Living
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Unisen is the community that's dreaming just as big as you are as you enter your best years. For over 30 years, our residents have been the influencers behind Tampa's leading 62+ lifestyle experience. And as a not-for-profit lifecare community, we offer one-of-a-kind choices and healthcare...
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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: 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.
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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: 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: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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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.
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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 Angels Senior Living at Hacienda Villas
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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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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
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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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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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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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.
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...
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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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.

Cost of independent living in University, FL

The average cost of senior living in University is $3,856 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include River Ridge, FL with an average of $3,726 per month.

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

University, FL
$3,856/mo
$3,919/mo

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

University, FL
$3,856/mo
$4,993/mo
U.S. national average
$4,203/mo

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

$4,249/mo
Independent Living
$3,856/mo

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

Semi-Private
$3,468/mo
Studio
$4,693/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,658/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,960/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$9,125/mo

Senior living costs in University 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: University, FL
Column state: Florida
Column national: U.S.
Community typeUniversity, FLFloridaU.S.
Independent Living$3,856/mo$4,993/mo$4,203/mo
Assisted Living$3,805/mo$4,639/mo$4,740/mo
Memory Care$4,249/mo$5,341/mo$5,004/mo
Independent Living
University, FL:$3,856/mo
Florida:$4,993/mo
U.S.:$4,203/mo
Assisted Living
University, FL:$3,805/mo
Florida:$4,639/mo
U.S.:$4,740/mo
Memory Care
University, FL:$4,249/mo
Florida:$5,341/mo
U.S.:$5,004/mo
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Independent living costs in University, FL, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in University 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
University, FL$3,825/mo$3,405/mo+12.3%
Florida$3,381/mo$3,161/mo+6.9%
National$3,222/mo$3,101/mo+3.9%
University, FL
2024 average cost:$3,825/mo
2023 average cost:$3,405/mo
Percent change:+12.3%
Florida
2024 average cost:$3,381/mo
2023 average cost:$3,161/mo
Percent change:+6.9%
National
2024 average cost:$3,222/mo
2023 average cost:$3,101/mo
Percent change:+3.9%
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What families are saying about independent living in University

Recent reviews for independent living in University

Brookdale New Port Richey

5.0
exceptionally clean with a concerned staff

Angels 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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Rocky Creek Village in Tampa, FL

4.0
There is always something to do, some place to go. I think it’s good for what it is. It’s a place that if you get the services that a person might need in their senior years. It’s very clean and the staff are friendly.

University independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in University independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in University, 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 University 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 University partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
University, FLNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
28.3%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
37.7%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
41.5%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
32.1%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
15.1%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in University 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 University communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
University, FLNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
32.1%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
35.8%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
35.8%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
18.9%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in University 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 University offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
University, FLNational
Activity director
Activity director
49.1%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
34%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
37.7%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
35.8%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
49.1%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
49.1%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
39.6%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
39.6%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
39.6%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
45.3%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
49.1%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
28.3%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
22.6%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
45.3%
46.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Renaissance of North Tampa, Chapman Manor and The Meridian at Brandon are the top-rated independent living facilities near University, Florida. See full list of communities.
There are 65 independent living facilities near University, Florida. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in University, Florida are Coral Oaks, The Meridian at Brandon and The Barrington. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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