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The cost of independent living in Royston is about $3,888 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 130 options. Read 1769 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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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.
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We moved our Mother into Washington Manor the week after Thanksgiving 2014. We could not be more pleased! The staff is friendly, helpful, and courteous. They check on her very often. The schedule...
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.
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.
West End Retirement Center is a family owned facility that has been in business for over 60 years. Our caregivers have over 50 years of combined experience in senior care and our residents become apart of family. Located near quaint downtown Easley at the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains,...
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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.
The Senior Care America FB is a senior living community located in Flowery Branch, Georgia. The area has the perfect small town appeal with the glorious view of Lake Lanier. Flowery Branch is a perfect place to live; the inviting atmosphere will welcome family and friends for a visit. The Senior...
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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 dad has been here only for a few months but he is thriving in this environment. The facilities, the staff, the food are just a few of the outstanding qualities. We are very happy with his new home!
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
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.
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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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...
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Cost of independent living in Royston, GA

The average cost of senior living in Royston is $3,888 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Toccoa, GA with an average of $3,641 per month.

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

Royston, GA
$3,888/mo
$3,936/mo

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

Royston, GA
$3,888/mo
$4,363/mo
U.S. national average
$4,161/mo

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

$4,183/mo
Independent Living
$3,888/mo

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

Semi-Private
$3,845/mo
Studio
$4,506/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,650/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,875/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,790/mo

Senior living costs in Royston 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: Royston, GA
Column state: Georgia
Column national: U.S.
Community typeRoyston, GAGeorgiaU.S.
Independent Living$3,888/mo$4,363/mo$4,161/mo
Assisted Living$3,844/mo$3,748/mo$4,705/mo
Memory Care$4,183/mo$4,286/mo$4,955/mo
Independent Living
Royston, GA:$3,888/mo
Georgia:$4,363/mo
U.S.:$4,161/mo
Assisted Living
Royston, GA:$3,844/mo
Georgia:$3,748/mo
U.S.:$4,705/mo
Memory Care
Royston, GA:$4,183/mo
Georgia:$4,286/mo
U.S.:$4,955/mo
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Independent living costs in Royston, GA, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Royston 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
Royston, GA$3,074/mo$3,559/mo-13.6%
Georgia$3,108/mo$3,153/mo-1.4%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
Royston, GA
2024 average cost:$3,074/mo
2023 average cost:$3,559/mo
Percent change:-13.6%
Georgia
2024 average cost:$3,108/mo
2023 average cost:$3,153/mo
Percent change:-1.4%
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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 Royston

Recent reviews for independent living in Royston

BeeHive Homes of Toccoa

5.0
My dad was only at this house house for a short time but while he was there he had received excellent care from the caregivers and other staff. They made sure the residence was always clean and that they had hot tasty throughout the deals. I overall have no complaints and would recommend this ...
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Brookside Commerce

5.0
The Director went out of her way to help get my dad in quickly. He is in the cottage and it is huge. I can't believe what all he has for the price. I'm really pleased with the whole experience so far.

Avery Village in Winterville, GA

5.0
Our family was very pleased with Avery Village. It was an agonizing decision for us to place our mother in a memory care facility. Our first meeting with the director put us at ease. She came in and made us feel that we were making the right decision. Once mother got to the home, she became ...
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Royston independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Royston independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Royston, 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 Royston 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 Royston partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Royston, GANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
22.9%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
38.5%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
35.8%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
34.9%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
11%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Royston 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 Royston communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Royston, GANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
26.6%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
40.4%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
31.2%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
10.1%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Royston 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 Royston offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Royston, GANational
Activity director
Activity director
45%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
32.1%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
25.7%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
57.8%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
48.6%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
50.5%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
45%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
33%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
35.8%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
45%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
46.8%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
26.6%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
17.4%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
45%
46.4%
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The Gables at Cobb Village, Cottages of Monroe and North Pointe are the top-rated independent living facilities near Royston, Georgia. See full list of communities.
There are 130 independent living facilities near Royston, Georgia. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Royston, Georgia are North Pointe, Smoky Springs by Barclay House and Keowee Square. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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