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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Clayton County, GA

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The cost of independent living in Clayton County is about $2,870 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 416 options.

Read 10474 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 Atlanta, Decatur and Brookhaven.

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What we like the most about Sterling Estates is that they have an assigned table to eat at and easier to make friends. Very helpful, attentive to the residents. Yes, we would recommend this community to...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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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Flexible in making the food needed for healthy living. Good communication from the Director. Feels like a retirement community vs a nursing home setting. Residents all very nice..making friends.
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.
Gaines Park is convenient to Town Center Mall and Kennestone Hospital. The one story building design enhances the comfortable, home-like environment. Our 24-hour staff is available to provide the assistance that each individual resident may need, including medication management, wellness...
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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: 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.
Fellowship Senior is located in Riverdale Georgia which has the homey feel of small town living. The people are wonderful and the scenery is comforting in Riverdale. School championships remain at the top for this little town in Georgia and people still meet and greet you with a smile. The...
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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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My service request was handled promptly and efficiently. [name removed] is always polite and helpful. All the team are always courteous and respectful. Thank you Ashton Walk for providing a wonderful place...
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: 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: 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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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.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Home 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.
Home Care: Home care relies on trained aides to provide companionship and non-medical care for seniors living at home.
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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.
Betmar Village is located in Atlanta, GA. Our handicap accessible community offers one-bedroom floor plans with controlled access, emergency pull cords in each unit, handicap accessible units, and on-site laundry. Call to schedule a tour today!
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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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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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My mother is doing very well here at these senior apartments. Everything has worked out well for her here and I'am pleased. They do a very good job with the cleaning and maintenance of the community. They...
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.
Asbury Harris Epworth Towers is a senior apartment complex located in the suburbs of Atlanta, Georgia in Fulton County. The local community is chock full of interesting sights and services, including Sage Hill Shopping Center, Emory University, Candle Lake, Johnson Park, and Wesley Woods Health...
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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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They are excellent. The staff is friendly, and they keep it very clean. The advertising on the pricing was a little unclear, and misleading. They have quite a few activities. I liked that it was nice and...
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.
Lillie R. Campbell House was founded with a mission to provide Senior Adults a luxurious and carefree living experience, at a realistic and affordable cost.  We stop at nothing to provide our residents an opportunity to take advantage of everything life has to offer. Once you take your first...
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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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My husband and I have lived here several years and love it. Maintenance request are always answered in a timely and courteous manner. Staff is more than willing to address any concerns. The surroundings are...
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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.
Taking it to New Heights...South Fulton's Premier Apartment Community for Adults 55+ Imagine...an exciting and invigorating lifestyle and a beautifully appointed apartment home - all located within South Fulton County - one of Atlanta's most exciting and close-in suburbs.Benefits :: A private,...
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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.

Cost of independent living in Clayton County, GA

The average cost of senior living in Clayton County is $2,870 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Henry County, GA with an average of $3,276 per month.

Independent living costs in Clayton County, GA, vs. nearby counties

Clayton County, GA
$2,870/mo

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

Clayton County, GA
$2,870/mo
$3,379/mo
U.S. national average
$3,532/mo

Independent living costs in Clayton County, GA, vs. other senior living options

$3,878/mo
Independent Living
$2,870/mo

Independent living costs in Clayton County, GA, by floor plan type

Studio
$3,156/mo
1 Bedroom
$2,895/mo

Senior living costs in Clayton 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: Clayton County, GA
Column state: Georgia
Column national: U.S.
Community typeClayton County, GAGeorgiaU.S.
Independent Living$2,870/mo$3,379/mo$3,532/mo
Assisted Living$3,538/mo$4,752/mo$5,909/mo
Memory Care$3,878/mo$5,252/mo$7,121/mo
Independent Living
Clayton County, GA:$2,870/mo
Georgia:$3,379/mo
U.S.:$3,532/mo
Assisted Living
Clayton County, GA:$3,538/mo
Georgia:$4,752/mo
U.S.:$5,909/mo
Memory Care
Clayton County, GA:$3,878/mo
Georgia:$5,252/mo
U.S.:$7,121/mo
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Independent living costs in Clayton County, GA, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Clayton 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 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
Clayton County, GA$3,080/mo$3,128/mo-1.6%
Georgia$3,063/mo$2,899/mo+5.7%
National$3,029/mo$2,843/mo+6.5%
Clayton County, GA
2024 average cost:$3,080/mo
2023 average cost:$3,128/mo
Percent change:-1.6%
Georgia
2024 average cost:$3,063/mo
2023 average cost:$2,899/mo
Percent change:+5.7%
National
2024 average cost:$3,029/mo
2023 average cost:$2,843/mo
Percent change:+6.5%
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What families are saying about independent living in Clayton County

Recent reviews for independent living in Clayton County

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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Towne Club Windermere in Cumming, GA

5.0
We're thrilled with Towne Club Windermere. It has worked out really well for my father. He has made lots of friends and is extremely happy with his apartment. He's put on about 7-8 pounds since he got there and is enjoying the food.

Decatur Christian Towers

5.0
Everybody was extremely nice and helpful in getting me in touch with the right resources to move my loved one into the place. I thought it was a good facility and I can not think of any improvements that need to be made.

Clayton County independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Clayton County independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Clayton 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 Clayton 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 Clayton County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Clayton County, GANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
19%
21.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
49.3%
35.8%
No sugar
No sugar
46.6%
32%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
42.8%
34.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
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Availability of select dining options in Clayton 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 Clayton County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Clayton County, GANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
43.5%
37.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
52.6%
44.8%
Room service
Room service
48.3%
38.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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Availability of select programs and activities in Clayton 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 Clayton County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Clayton County, GANational
Activity director
Activity director
55.3%
46.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
39.4%
29.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
38.2%
34.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
62.7%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
58.4%
50.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
63.9%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
51.2%
44.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
44.5%
39.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
49.3%
43.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
57%
48.4%
Live performances
Live performances
56.7%
48.1%
Dances
Dances
42.3%
34.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
30.3%
40.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
55.3%
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Oaks at Eagles Landing, The Palms of Lake Spivey and Oaks at Stockbridge are the top-rated independent living facilities near Clayton County, Georgia. See full list of communities.
There are 416 independent living facilities near Clayton County, Georgia. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Clayton County, Georgia are Cottages of Monroe, The Joy Senior Living of Loganville and The Addison of Sandy Springs. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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