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The cost of independent living in Buckhead is about $3,707 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 5 options. Read 32 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 Vitality Living Madison
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22 Floor plans available
8.0
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4 reviews
8.0
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The office staff is always helpful and so is maintenance. It is very quiet and scenic here. I appreciate the touches they include for senior living such as large bathroom with several grab bars.
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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Photo of Madison House
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This home has been renavated and it looks beautiful. The staff is wonderful my mother loves it here. They do many activities and their food is amazing. They do an amazing job taking care of my mother. I know...
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 owners and staff of Madison House Assisted Living realize that we serve both our residents and their loved ones. Our residents are provided with the services and support that they need with dignity, respect, care, sensitivity and joy.
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33 Floor plans available
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I have loved how thoughtful the memory care staff have been for my mother at The Haven in Greensboro, Georgia. They were willing to help me get the best care for my mom. I love how welcoming the staff have...
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 Haven at Lake Oconee provides superior value for residents and their families. Our commitment to the well-being of our residents is reflected in the range of services offered in our standard monthly fee. These include weekly housekeeping and linen services, restaurant-style dining and a...
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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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Photo of Oconee House
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.
Oconee House is a senior living community located near the banks of Lake Oconee in Oconee, Georgia. Oconee House is located in a quiet, rural area of central Georgia where senior residents can enjoy a bounty of outdoor activities at one of the four large country clubs that are only minutes away....
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Cost of independent living in Buckhead, GA

The average cost of senior living in Buckhead is $3,707 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Eatonton, GA with an average of $3,074 per month.

Independent living costs in Buckhead, GA, vs. nearby cities

Buckhead, GA
$3,707/mo
$6,373/mo

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

Buckhead, GA
$3,707/mo
$4,359/mo
U.S. national average
$4,203/mo

Independent living costs in Buckhead, GA, vs. other senior living options

$4,311/mo
Independent Living
$3,707/mo

Independent living costs in Buckhead, GA, by floor plan type

Studio
$3,367/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,000/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,300/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$2,795/mo

Senior living costs in Buckhead 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: Buckhead, GA
Column state: Georgia
Column national: U.S.
Community typeBuckhead, GAGeorgiaU.S.
Independent Living$3,707/mo$4,359/mo$4,203/mo
Assisted Living$3,203/mo$3,744/mo$4,740/mo
Memory Care$4,311/mo$4,281/mo$5,004/mo
Independent Living
Buckhead, GA:$3,707/mo
Georgia:$4,359/mo
U.S.:$4,203/mo
Assisted Living
Buckhead, GA:$3,203/mo
Georgia:$3,744/mo
U.S.:$4,740/mo
Memory Care
Buckhead, GA:$4,311/mo
Georgia:$4,281/mo
U.S.:$5,004/mo
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Independent living costs in Buckhead, GA, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Buckhead 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
Buckhead, GA$2,407/mo$2,200/mo+9.4%
Georgia$2,889/mo$2,939/mo-1.7%
National$2,777/mo$2,798/mo-0.8%
Buckhead, GA
2024 average cost:$2,407/mo
2023 average cost:$2,200/mo
Percent change:+9.4%
Georgia
2024 average cost:$2,889/mo
2023 average cost:$2,939/mo
Percent change:-1.7%
National
2024 average cost:$2,777/mo
2023 average cost:$2,798/mo
Percent change:-0.8%
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What families are saying about independent living in Buckhead

Recent reviews for independent living in Buckhead

Magnolia Estates of Oconee in Bogart, GA

5.0
When my husband and I moved to the Athens area, we needed a retirement living facility for my dad. Magnolia Estates was recommended to us by friends whose mother had previously been a resident. We visited and were very impressed with the facility and the staff. We chose Magnolia Estates and ...
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Madison House

4.5
This is a beautiful older community that is nice and clean. The staff is outstanding and offer assistance in everyway. A good variety of healthy meals . They offer good variety of activities are offer to those who want to participate and enjoy. A Great value for great care!

The Gardens of Social Circle

4.7
The management was so cooperative and helpful with our move. Afterwards, it was a team effort in helping mom get acclimated to her new environment after leaving her home of 57 years. Mom came to Oxton from rehab and still had some medical issues. Knowing that, the staff kept a watchful eye, and ...
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Buckhead independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Buckhead independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Buckhead, 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 Buckhead 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 Buckhead partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Buckhead, GANational
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
20%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
20%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
40%
33.6%
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Availability of select dining options in Buckhead 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 Buckhead communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Buckhead, GANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
20%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
20%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
40%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
20%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Buckhead 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 Buckhead offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Buckhead, GANational
Activity director
Activity director
20%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
20%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
40%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
40%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
60%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
100%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
40%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
40%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
40%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
60%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
40%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
20%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
40%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
60%
46.4%
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Vitality Living Madison, Madison House and The Haven at Lake Oconee are the top-rated independent living facilities near Buckhead, Georgia. See full list of communities.
There are 5 independent living facilities near Buckhead, Georgia. See the full list.
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