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The cost of independent living in Ballardsville is about $3,392 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 157 options. Read 2323 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.
Here Falcon crest we offer spacious 1,2,and 3 bedroom apartment homes as well as 2 bedroom condos and patio homes. All apartments have washer/dryer connections,and fully equipped kitchens. Our amenities include a 24-hour fitness center, clubhouse,private cinema, pool,playground,and 24-hour...
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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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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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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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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.
Surrounded by lush landscaping in a beautiful country setting, privacy and beauty are yours within this Seniors only community offering 1, 2 and 3 bedroom apartment homes. Situated in Frankfort, the city named as one of the most livable small cities in the United States for its abundance of...
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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, 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.
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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It has been a nice experience so far for us with this community. The apartments look very nice. The staff is great, they are quick to respond to my concerns. The community looks very well maintained. My only...
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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.
Louisville, Jefferson County, KY is home to Overlook Terraces - a senior housing community with some of the most spectacular hilltop views to be found in the area. Here, a gorgeous home at an affordable price is combined with a prime location just minutes from downtown Louisville. Overlook...
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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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.
Whispering Woods II is a 55+ assisted and senior housing community located in the western area of Louisville, Kentucky, in Jefferson County. The community is surrounded by residential housing and has large areas of open space with green grass and trees. Major freeways and bus lines are close-by,...
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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.
Whispering Woods I is an affordable senior housing apartment complex for seniors 55 and older located in a beautiful and cozy neighborhood in Louisville, Jefferson County, Kentucky. Whispering Woods I is located right by I-264, making it easy to get almost anywhere. We are nearby many shopping...
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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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Emily Apartments is located in Frankfort, which is the capital city of the Bluegrass.  Frankfort has been named one of the most livable small cities due to its affordable housing and cost of living.  This area is rich in landscape, architecture, and history and is also known for its generous...
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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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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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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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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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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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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.
Woods of Glen Hill Manor is a housing apartment for seniors in quiet and beautiful neighborhood in Louisville, Jefferson County, Kentucky. Woods of Glen Hill Manor is surrounded by gorgeous landscaping of mature trees with plenty of room to relax and breathe. Our community is convenient to many...
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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.
There comes a time when the reality of your loved one not being able to live alone must be dealt with. When you are faced with the difficult decision of what will be best remember that there are many options. In the beautiful Brayton area there are some really fine assisted living centers. They...
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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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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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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Meadow Creek Townhomes is an affordable senior apartments for seniors 55 and older located in the beautiful country town of Warsaw, Gallatin County, Kentucky. Meadow Creek is located with easy access to nearby shopping centers, coffee shops, parks, and more, being in walking distance to town. At...

Cost of independent living in Ballardsville, KY

The average cost of senior living in Ballardsville is $3,392 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Pleasureville, KY with an average of $3,124 per month.

Independent living costs in Ballardsville, KY, vs. nearby cities

Ballardsville, KY
$3,392/mo
$4,058/mo

Independent living costs in Ballardsville, KY, vs. state and national averages

Ballardsville, KY
$3,392/mo
U.S. national average
$4,160/mo

Independent living costs in Ballardsville, KY, vs. other senior living options

$4,808/mo
Independent Living
$3,392/mo

Independent living costs in Ballardsville, KY, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,886/mo
Studio
$4,860/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,129/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,544/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$2,282/mo

Senior living costs in Ballardsville 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: Ballardsville, KY
Column state: Kentucky
Column national: U.S.
Community typeBallardsville, KYKentuckyU.S.
Independent Living$3,392/mo$3,290/mo$4,160/mo
Assisted Living$4,581/mo$4,364/mo$4,703/mo
Memory Care$4,808/mo$4,388/mo$4,954/mo
Independent Living
Ballardsville, KY:$3,392/mo
Kentucky:$3,290/mo
U.S.:$4,160/mo
Assisted Living
Ballardsville, KY:$4,581/mo
Kentucky:$4,364/mo
U.S.:$4,703/mo
Memory Care
Ballardsville, KY:$4,808/mo
Kentucky:$4,388/mo
U.S.:$4,954/mo
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Independent living costs in Ballardsville, KY, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Ballardsville 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
Ballardsville, KY$2,826/mo$2,805/mo+0.7%
Kentucky$2,982/mo$3,067/mo-2.8%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
Ballardsville, KY
2024 average cost:$2,826/mo
2023 average cost:$2,805/mo
Percent change:+0.7%
Kentucky
2024 average cost:$2,982/mo
2023 average cost:$3,067/mo
Percent change:-2.8%
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 Ballardsville

Recent reviews for independent living in Ballardsville

Elk River Apartments in Georgetown, KY

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At Elk River Senior everything seems good. I have no complaints. Everything here gets five stars from me. The facility is clean. The staff are friendly. It is a good value. I am very pleased with this facility.

Crescent Place Assisted Living in Shelbyville, KY

3.5
Most people were very friendly, others not so much. Laundry often was not picked up, and/or returned. Same with trash. Cleaning was minimal. Meals were not good. Too salty. Not enough salads, fruit & veggies.

Cedar Creek of Seymour

4.6
I would recommend the community to others for their loved ones. The community itself is very nice. The staff are easy to work with. They are willing dietary restrictions if necessary. You have your own everything, and I would go there myself.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Diverse and engaging activities. Residents at various communities express appreciation for the wide range of activities offered, with examples including movie nights, bingo, card games, field trips, and exercise groups. At Traditions at Beaumont, residents enjoy participating in activities and rarely miss an event.
Friendly and helpful staff. Multiple reviews mention the kindness and attentiveness of staff members, with residents of The Lafayette and Magnolia Springs Lexington expressing their satisfaction and gratitude for the care and support they have received.
Cleanliness and upkeep. Communities are consistently praised for their cleanliness, with residents of The Lafayette and Magnolia Springs Lexington noting the importance of cleanliness to them and the efforts made to maintain the facilities.
Variety of meal options. Meals are a significant factor in residents' satisfaction, with several communities, including The Lafayette and Traditions at Hunter Station, offering a range of meal choices and accommodating dietary needs.
Accessible transportation. Transportation services are often mentioned as a valuable resource for residents, enabling them to attend appointments, church services, and social outings. The Lafayette community offers accessible car transportation to residents.
Community-oriented atmosphere. Residents across several communities, such as Magnolia Springs Lexington, enjoy the social aspects of living among their peers and making new friends. Some, like The Lafayette, appreciate the family oriented feeling of their new home.
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Ballardsville independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Ballardsville independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Ballardsville, 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 Ballardsville 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 Ballardsville 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
27.5%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
37.3%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
34.5%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
35.2%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
11.3%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Ballardsville 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 Ballardsville communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
35.2%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
45.8%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
41.5%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
19.7%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Ballardsville 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 Ballardsville offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
47.9%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
31%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
34.5%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
46.5%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
52.8%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
54.9%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
39.4%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
40.1%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
40.8%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
48.6%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
50%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
32.4%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
35.9%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
47.9%
46.4%
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StoryPoint Middletown, Magnolia Springs Louisville and The Ashton on Dorsey are the top-rated independent living facilities near Ballardsville, Kentucky. See full list of communities.
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The best independent living facilities near you in Ballardsville, Kentucky are StoryPoint Middletown, Magnolia Springs Louisville and The Ashton on Dorsey. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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