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The cost of independent living in Burlington is about $6,715 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 64 options. Read 801 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
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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: 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.
Photo of The Groves in Lincoln
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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.
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Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
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
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.
Provides: Independent Living
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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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Provides: Independent Living
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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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Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
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 Burlington, MA

The average cost of senior living in Burlington is $6,715 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Haverhill, MA with an average of $6,259 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Burlington, MA vs. nearby cities

Burlington, MA
$6,468/mo
$6,677/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Burlington, MA vs. the state and national average

Burlington, MA
$6,468/mo
U.S. national average
$4,033/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Burlington vs. other types of senior living

$7,422/mo
Independent Living
$6,468/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Burlington, MA by room type

Semi-Private
$6,196/mo
Studio
$7,122/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,516/mo
2 Bedroom
$8,617/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Burlington over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Burlington

Recent reviews for independent living in Burlington

Putnam Farm at Danvers

4.9
Staff is really nice. They look out for my mother. Like if she misses a meal, they check in on her. Oh the appt transportation is a pain. It's only available 2 days a week half day. Have to get approval ahead of time. And the they drive you but do not assist into building. When it's a large ...
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Cadbury Commons in Cambridge, MA

3.8
Our experience with this community was good, overall it is kept pretty clean. The care services are pretty reliable, the activities were however a little bit weaker. The food at this community was very good, and we really liked the responsiveness of the staff and the availability the memory care ...
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Fairview Estates in Hopkinton, MA

5.0
Everyone has been very welcoming and warm. Very attentive and helpful ! There is always someone available 24/7 and always right there to help. The dining room is wonderful and the meals are great !

Burlington independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Burlington independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Burlington, 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 Burlington 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 Burlington partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Burlington, MANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
39%
20.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
49.2%
33.5%
No sugar
No sugar
42.4%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
45.8%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
13.6%
8.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Burlington 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 Burlington communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Burlington, MANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
55.9%
35.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
55.9%
42.7%
Room service
Room service
47.5%
36.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
22%
17%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Burlington 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 Burlington offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Burlington, MANational
Activity director
Activity director
62.7%
44.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
39%
27.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
39%
32.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
57.6%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
66.1%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
67.8%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
55.9%
42.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
47.5%
37.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
59.3%
40.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
62.7%
46.5%
Live performances
Live performances
64.4%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
30.5%
31.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
44.1%
39.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
61%
45.7%
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Atria Longmeadow Place, Summer Place and Residences at Highland Glen are the top-rated independent living facilities near Burlington, Massachusetts. See full list of communities.

There are 64 independent living facilities near Burlington, Massachusetts. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Burlington, Massachusetts are Atria Longmeadow Place, Summer Place and Residences at Highland Glen. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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