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The cost of independent living in Decatur is about $5,253 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 89 options. Read 1307 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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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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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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Cost of independent living in Decatur, GA

The average cost of senior living in Decatur is $5,253 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Riverdale, GA with an average of $3,147 per month.

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

Decatur, GA
$5,253/mo

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

Decatur, GA
$5,253/mo
$4,359/mo
U.S. national average
$4,203/mo

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

$4,576/mo
Independent Living
$5,253/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,389/mo
Studio
$5,407/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,357/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,609/mo

Senior living costs in Decatur 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: Decatur, GA
Column state: Georgia
Column national: U.S.
Community typeDecatur, GAGeorgiaU.S.
Independent Living$5,253/mo$4,359/mo$4,203/mo
Assisted Living$3,455/mo$3,744/mo$4,740/mo
Memory Care$4,576/mo$4,281/mo$5,004/mo
Independent Living
Decatur, GA:$5,253/mo
Georgia:$4,359/mo
U.S.:$4,203/mo
Assisted Living
Decatur, GA:$3,455/mo
Georgia:$3,744/mo
U.S.:$4,740/mo
Memory Care
Decatur, GA:$4,576/mo
Georgia:$4,281/mo
U.S.:$5,004/mo
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Independent living costs in Decatur, GA, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Decatur 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
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Decatur, GA$3,026/mo$2,911/mo+3.9%
Georgia$3,108/mo$3,153/mo-1.4%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
Decatur, GA
2024 average cost:$3,026/mo
2023 average cost:$2,911/mo
Percent change:+3.9%
Georgia
2024 average cost:$3,108/mo
2023 average cost:$3,153/mo
Percent change:-1.4%
National
2024 average cost:$3,261/mo
2023 average cost:$3,166/mo
Percent change:+3.0%
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What families are saying about independent living in Decatur

Recent reviews for independent living in Decatur

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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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.

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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Decatur independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Decatur independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Decatur, 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 Decatur 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 Decatur partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
9%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
34.6%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
32.1%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
32.1%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
12.8%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Decatur 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 Decatur communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Decatur, GANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
30.8%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
34.6%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
32.1%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
15.4%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Decatur 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 Decatur offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Decatur, GANational
Activity director
Activity director
37.2%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
25.6%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
25.6%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
48.7%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
39.7%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
57.7%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
38.5%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
26.9%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
30.8%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
39.7%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
37.2%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
23.1%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
24.4%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
34.6%
46.4%
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Regency House by Barclay House, Medlock Gardens Senior Living and Sunrise of Decatur are the top-rated independent living facilities near Decatur, Georgia. See full list of communities.
There are 89 independent living facilities near Decatur, Georgia. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Decatur, Georgia are Presbyterian Village of Cobb, The Joy Senior Living of Loganville and The Georgian Lakeside by Cogir. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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