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The cost of independent living in Apple Valley is about $3,573 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 262 options.

Read 5982 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 Athens, Gainesville and Watkinsville.

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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.
Gwinnett Christian Terrace is a six-story, HUD-subsidized apartment community for seniors, nestled in a quiet wooded setting behind the Kroger shopping center near Lawrenceville Highway in Lilburn, Georgia.GCT is a not-for-profit organization, whose community houses 125 one-bedroom...
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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.
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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.
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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: 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, 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.
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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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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, 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.
Cobblestone is Atlanta's only resort-style assisted living option offering elegant living with an abundance of amenities. Located within Park Springs, an award winning, 54-acre Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC) at the foot of Stone Mountain, Cobblestone offers assisted...
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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: 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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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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The staff at Cannon Wood is exceptional. They are caring and compassionate. The food is excellent, however I think they could use a few more activities. The community is well taken care of. It is like a...
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.
Cannon Wood Village is senior community located in the peaceful area that is Tiger, GA. This community provides seniors with a home in a quiet area, allowing them to get away from the hustle and bustle of the rest of the world. The town of Tiger offers a drive-in, a library, a historical society,...
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.
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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.
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The personal care home has a very welcoming, friendly health care environment. The staff is very attentive to the residents. The facility is clean and nice. I place my father there and he is happy....
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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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We are happy with all. The staff is great and the facility is new but also really well done in décor. Room size is fine, the care is really good so far. I know the facility wasn't open yet but APFM did not...
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.
We are a small and very quaint community with only 24 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.
Located in the dynamic neighborhood of Chamblee and just minutes from Buckhead and Northeast Atlanta, our brand new, 55+ active adult community provides all the social perks of a private club membership – at your doorstep. Whether you’re taking a salsa lesson and taking in the skyline views on...
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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.
Alterra Wynwood is an assisted living residence that is purposefully designed to meet the needs of the frail elderly in a comfortable, home-like environment. Alterra Wynwood features a “neighborhood” concept, with six small neighborhoods of resident rooms clustered around dining and living...

Cost of independent living in Apple Valley, GA

The average cost of senior living in Apple Valley is $3,573 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Winder, GA with an average of $3,001 per month.

Independent living costs in Apple Valley, GA, vs. state and national averages

Apple Valley, GA
$3,573/mo
$3,405/mo
U.S. national average
$3,520/mo

Independent living costs in Apple Valley, GA, vs. other senior living options

$5,303/mo
Independent Living
$3,573/mo

Independent living costs in Apple Valley, GA, by floor plan type

Studio
$3,131/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,869/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,902/mo

Senior living costs in Apple Valley 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: Apple Valley, GA
Column state: Georgia
Column national: U.S.
Community typeApple Valley, GAGeorgiaU.S.
Independent Living$3,573/mo$3,405/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living$4,458/mo$4,661/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$5,303/mo$5,259/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Apple Valley, GA:$3,573/mo
Georgia:$3,405/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
Apple Valley, GA:$4,458/mo
Georgia:$4,661/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Apple Valley, GA:$5,303/mo
Georgia:$5,259/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
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Independent living costs in Apple Valley, GA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Apple Valley 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 Apple Valley, GA

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Apple Valley 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
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Apple Valley, GA$3,409/mo$3,282/mo+3.9%
Georgia$3,222/mo$2,950/mo+9.2%
National$3,109/mo$2,934/mo+5.9%
Apple Valley, GA
2024 average cost:$3,409/mo
2023 average cost:$3,282/mo
Percent change:+3.9%
Georgia
2024 average cost:$3,222/mo
2023 average cost:$2,950/mo
Percent change:+9.2%
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2024 average cost:$3,109/mo
2023 average cost:$2,934/mo
Percent change:+5.9%
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What families are saying about independent living in Apple Valley

Recent reviews for independent living in Apple Valley

King's Reserve Suwanee

4.9
The staff is very friendly and helpful, and you have activities, except for Saturday and Sunday. They have transportation within a ten mile radius and no charge. They also do outings, such as trips to grocery stores and restaurants. The move in was easy. The meals are good, but should be more ...
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The Phoenix at Roswell

5.0
My husband has been at Pacifica about a month. He has Parkinson's Dementia. This includes a major change in personality making it impossible for me to keep him at home. He can turn from a sweet helpful man to a raging angry man in a matter of seconds. Sometimes, even I don't see the transition ...
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Serenity Empire at Decatur

4.5
This facility is unique. Mid 2015 it was purchased by a new owner, who is also the Director and she has improved the Home dramatically, with fresh paint, new carpet and hardwoods. It is a smaller facility that has a very residential feel. The rooms are big, the staff are friendly, caring ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Warm and welcoming staff. Many reviews mention the friendly and welcoming nature of the staff at their community. For example, at Dunwoody Pines Retirement Community, residents and families express appreciation for the community's staff members who have made them feel at home. They mention that the staff goes above and ...
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Delicious meals and excellent dining experiences. Residents consistently praise the quality of the food and dining experiences at their communities. At The Mansions at Sandy Springs Senior Independent Living, the chef accommodates dietary restrictions and individual preferences, and residents look forward to meals every day. Reviews for Atri ...
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Wide range of activities to encourage socializing. Residents find enjoyment in the wide range of specialized activities offered in communities. For example, at The Phoenix at Braselton, the activity director organizes events like movie nights, museum outings, and gardening classes that help residents stay engaged and active.
Thorough and consistent communication between families and staff. Reviews contain many mentions of frequent, in-depth conversations that community staff members have with residents and their families to keep everyone informed and make sure care needs are being met. At the Brookdale Chambrel Roswell, for example, the community director sets regular meetings w ...
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Properly maintained interior spaces and grounds. Reviews often praise the cleanliness and upkeep of the community, whether it's for the private rooms, communal areas, or outdoor areas like gardens and walking trails. Residents of Cottonwood Estates mention the updated bathrooms and high-end furniture in the library, while reviews for The Ma ...
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Friendly and supportive community atmosphere. Several reviews mention the sense of community and supportive environment at their loved ones' communities. For example, at The Retreat at Loganville, residents and families report that the other residents have made their loved one feel at home and have gone out of their way to check on them w ...
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Apple Valley independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Apple Valley independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Apple Valley, 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 Apple Valley 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 Apple Valley partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Apple Valley, GANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
22.4%
21.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
56.6%
35.6%
No sugar
No sugar
52.2%
31.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
50.4%
34.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
24.1%
11.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Apple Valley 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 Apple Valley communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Apple Valley, GANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
49.6%
37.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
59.2%
44.7%
Room service
Room service
55.3%
38%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
19.7%
17.6%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Apple Valley 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 Apple Valley offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Apple Valley, GANational
Activity director
Activity director
61.8%
46.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
46.1%
29.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
43.4%
34%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
69.3%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
67.5%
50%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
69.7%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
61.8%
44.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
52.6%
39.5%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
54.4%
42.9%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
64.9%
48.2%
Live performances
Live performances
64.5%
47.9%
Dances
Dances
45.2%
34.1%
Fitness center
Fitness center
32%
40.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
64%
47.5%
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