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The cost of independent living in Barrow Heights is about $8,074 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 38 options. Read 616 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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I haven't had a chance to see the community myself, but from what I've heard from my loved one things seem to be going well. He seems very content here, he is pleased with his room and the community in...
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.
Magnolia Estates of Winder, was constructed and opened in 1990. This facility is the second of the three facilities and is fashioned with a more somewhat contemporary styling. Magnolia Estates of Winder's long, spacious hallways and elegantly furnished interiors make Magnolia Estates of Winder...
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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: 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.
We call it a Quality Retirement Lifestyle; You'll call it home with a happy smile. Our motto is kindness and we understand, compliment each day to do all we can. Our dining area open, meals sprinkled with sunshine, our environment smoke-free to enjoy as we dine. Pleasing conversation in a warm...
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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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Cost of independent living in Barrow Heights, GA

The average cost of senior living in Barrow Heights is $8,074 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include North High Shoals, GA with an average of $3,849 per month.

Independent living costs in Barrow Heights, GA, vs. nearby cities

Barrow Heights, GA
$8,074/mo
$8,242/mo
$7,357/mo

Independent living costs in Barrow Heights, GA, vs. state and national averages

Barrow Heights, GA
$8,074/mo
$4,359/mo
U.S. national average
$4,203/mo

Independent living costs in Barrow Heights, GA, vs. other senior living options

$4,438/mo
Independent Living
$8,074/mo

Independent living costs in Barrow Heights, GA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,245/mo
Studio
$4,824/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,656/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,159/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$5,453/mo

Senior living costs in Barrow Heights 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: Barrow Heights, GA
Column state: Georgia
Column national: U.S.
Community typeBarrow Heights, GAGeorgiaU.S.
Independent Living$8,074/mo$4,359/mo$4,203/mo
Assisted Living$3,624/mo$3,744/mo$4,740/mo
Memory Care$4,438/mo$4,281/mo$5,004/mo
Independent Living
Barrow Heights, GA:$8,074/mo
Georgia:$4,359/mo
U.S.:$4,203/mo
Assisted Living
Barrow Heights, GA:$3,624/mo
Georgia:$3,744/mo
U.S.:$4,740/mo
Memory Care
Barrow Heights, GA:$4,438/mo
Georgia:$4,281/mo
U.S.:$5,004/mo
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Independent living costs in Barrow Heights, GA, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Barrow Heights 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
Barrow Heights, GA$4,226/mo$3,613/mo+17.0%
Georgia$3,128/mo$3,097/mo+1.0%
National$3,246/mo$3,151/mo+3.0%
Barrow Heights, GA
2024 average cost:$4,226/mo
2023 average cost:$3,613/mo
Percent change:+17.0%
Georgia
2024 average cost:$3,128/mo
2023 average cost:$3,097/mo
Percent change:+1.0%
National
2024 average cost:$3,246/mo
2023 average cost:$3,151/mo
Percent change:+3.0%
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What families are saying about independent living in Barrow Heights

Recent reviews for independent living in Barrow Heights

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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Annabelle on Main in Duluth, GA

4.8
It has been wonderful. I don't go to many activities, but the ones I have been to are great and they have a lot provided. I have a one bedroom apartment and it is a little small, but the others I have seen are awesome size. I definitely recommend Annabelle on Main to others.

Benton House of Grayson

4.9
We chose Benton House of Grayson because of the alignment of value system and also I was able to see how they care for their community. My mother is in the memory care unit and the staff are all very responsive and we are very happy with the quality of care that she is getting. The staff, ...
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Barrow Heights independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Barrow Heights independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Barrow Heights, 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 Barrow Heights 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 Barrow Heights partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Barrow Heights, GANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
18.8%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
50%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
43.8%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
34.4%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
28.1%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Barrow Heights 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 Barrow Heights communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Barrow Heights, GANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
40.6%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
43.8%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
43.8%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
18.8%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Barrow Heights 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 Barrow Heights offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Barrow Heights, GANational
Activity director
Activity director
53.1%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
40.6%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
28.1%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
59.4%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
59.4%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
59.4%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
46.9%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
40.6%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
50%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
56.3%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
59.4%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
46.9%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
28.1%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
59.4%
46.4%
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