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The cost of independent living in Northwoods is about $5,195 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 102 options. Read 2221 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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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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I am very pleased with this community, the manager Maxine has been extremely wonderful to my family and I with being on top of everything and making the transition into the facility a smooth one. The staff...
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.
Come home to the best in senior living. Much more than just a place to live, Clairmont Oaks is a caring community where residents and professional staff share mutual respect and concern for each other.It’s the ideal place to call home. Our inclusive, supportive environment has all the right...
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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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I am very happy with the care here. The community is clean and enjoyable. He is very happy with the meals and the good variety. He is liking the activities and is happy that he is able to walk a lot. I would...
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.
Daily Living at Philips Tower-Live in The Heart of Decatur Your Apartment A lease is required. Residents may cancel with a written thirty day notice. Each apartment is provided with carpet, window coverings, electric stove, a frost-free refrigerator, sink, and cabinets. Laundry facilities are...
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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.
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...
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, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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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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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Lutheran Towers is an independent living community that is located in the city of Atlanta, GA. As part of Fulton County, those who visit Atlanta will find that the city has much to offer, and those that choose this city as their home will love all of the entertainment options found there. Atlanta...
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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Hi, my 1yr anniversary living here was [date removed]. I love living here. The management team in the office do their best to make sure problems are taken care of in a timely manner. The maintenance men are...
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.
The Retreat at Madison Place The Retreat at Madison Place is a senior housing community located in Decatur, the county seat of DeKalb County, Georgia. This friendly city has many amazing sites and sounds to discover. From their beautiful downtown, beautiful scenery and casual feel, its hard not...
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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.
Veranda at Auburn Point The Veranda at Auburn Point is senior living community located in the bustling city of Atlanta, Georgia in Fulton County. This popular city is home to many world renown restaurants, and is a known arts and cultural hub. This city is rich in history and extremely diverse....
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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...

Cost of independent living in Northwoods, GA

The average cost of senior living in Northwoods is $5,195 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Marietta, GA with an average of $3,699 per month.

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

Northwoods, GA
$5,195/mo
$5,185/mo
$5,234/mo

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

Northwoods, GA
$5,195/mo
$4,359/mo
U.S. national average
$4,153/mo

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

$4,614/mo
Independent Living
$5,195/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,157/mo
Studio
$5,213/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,078/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,021/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$5,795/mo

Senior living costs in Northwoods 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: Northwoods, GA
Column state: Georgia
Column national: U.S.
Community typeNorthwoods, GAGeorgiaU.S.
Independent Living$5,195/mo$4,359/mo$4,153/mo
Assisted Living$3,578/mo$3,745/mo$4,698/mo
Memory Care$4,614/mo$4,282/mo$4,946/mo
Independent Living
Northwoods, GA:$5,195/mo
Georgia:$4,359/mo
U.S.:$4,153/mo
Assisted Living
Northwoods, GA:$3,578/mo
Georgia:$3,745/mo
U.S.:$4,698/mo
Memory Care
Northwoods, GA:$4,614/mo
Georgia:$4,282/mo
U.S.:$4,946/mo
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Independent living costs in Northwoods, GA, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Northwoods 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
Northwoods, GA$3,066/mo$2,886/mo+6.2%
Georgia$3,108/mo$3,153/mo-1.4%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
Northwoods, GA
2024 average cost:$3,066/mo
2023 average cost:$2,886/mo
Percent change:+6.2%
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 Northwoods

Recent reviews for independent living in Northwoods

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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Cumming Senior Living

5.0
We moved our dad here in January of this year. I have been so happy with the quality of care and cleanliness. All of the other families of the residents that I’ve met are all so kind. The food is excellent as well! I highly recommend Cumming Nursing Center for your loved one.

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.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Attentive and accommodating staff. Many reviews mention the kindness and dedication of the staff at various communities, such as Sanford Estates and Hammond Glen, who go above and beyond to ensure residents' needs are met and their loved ones have peace of mind. They are described as helpful, responsive, and genuinely caring.
Variety of social activities. Communities like Dunwoody Pines, Holiday Regency House, and The Piedmont at Buckhead offer a range of group activities and events, allowing residents to maintain an active and engaged lifestyle. From football games and happy hours to art classes and religious services, there is something for eve ...
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Clean and well-maintained facilities. Reviews consistently praise the cleanliness and upkeep of community facilities, such as apartments, common areas, and outdoor spaces. King's Bridge Retirement and Coventry Place are among the communities with a focus on maintaining a clean and welcoming environment.
Affordable value for the price. Families appreciate the reasonable cost of living at communities like Wesley Woods Senior Apartments and Dunwoody Pines Retirement, which offer a good balance between affordability and quality care and amenities.
Welcoming and friendly community atmosphere. Numerous reviews highlight the warmth and friendliness of residents and staff at various communities, making it easy for new residents to feel at home. Mansions at Sandy Springs, Sanford Estates, and The Piedmont at Buckhead are among the communities where residents and their families express a ...
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Abundant opportunities for personal growth. Several communities, such as Wesley Woods Senior Apartments and Sunrise of Huntcliff Summit, offer a variety of programs and services to help residents continue learning and growing, including art classes, religious services, and physical therapy.
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Northwoods independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Northwoods independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Northwoods, 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 Northwoods 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 Northwoods partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Northwoods, GANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
15.2%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
53.3%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
51.1%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
50%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
20.7%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Northwoods 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 Northwoods communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Northwoods, GANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
51.1%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
55.4%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
48.9%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
21.7%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Northwoods 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 Northwoods offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Northwoods, GANational
Activity director
Activity director
56.5%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
39.1%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
40.2%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
65.2%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
58.7%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
70.7%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
57.6%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
43.5%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
52.2%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
58.7%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
56.5%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
40.2%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
38%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
55.4%
46.4%
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