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The cost of independent living in Birmingham is about $3,875 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 118 options. Read 2325 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, 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.
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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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Nice, friendly, and quiet. The staff is really nice and goes above and beyond. The only area of improvement would be adding more lighting in the parking lot area.
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: 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
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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.
Colonial Meadows is located a gorgeous part of Pontiac, Michigan near the sprawling community of Auburn Hills. Retirement is a big change, and we want to be there! We offer an independent living community for aging seniors who are ready to retire into a classic, quiet neighborhood without the...
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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.
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.
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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The staff is always friendly and very helpful to the residents. Not only do they give great care to the residents but they extend their care to the families too! My mom has been here for almost 3 years and...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
Windemere Park offers a lifestyle full of choices – from luxurious independent living apartment homes with optional services, to private and semi-private assisted living apartments with customized care. Our services evolve with your needs. At Windemere Park, you will enjoy the comfort and...
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It's been a big adjustment for dad moving but over all, he is starting to settle in and doing well. With encouragement from family and the staff, he is slowly starting to participate in social events and...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
Jewish Senior Life is an assisted living community that is located in the beautiful town of West Bloomfield, Oakland County, Michigan. Our community is located where you can enjoy beautiful rolling hills. West Bloomfield is a great place to live, and families that visit here will find it a very...
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.
Situated in a lovely 11-acre setting, The Meadows of Auburn Hills offers affordable senior apartment living for seniors 55+. Each spacious one and two-bedroom apartment features a kitchen, roomy closets and air conditioning. A recreation program includes popular social events to share with...
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My mother loves her apartment at Morton Manor. The community is very secure and the staff is really concerned about their residents. They are helpful, and willing to accommodate our needs and questions. The...
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.
Morton Manor takes pride in offering quality housing at an affordable cost.  We are dedicated in providing respectful and compassionate senior living with wonderful amenities.  Our Community is a great place to live, share, and enjoy!
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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
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.

Cost of independent living in Birmingham, MI

The average cost of senior living in Birmingham is $3,875 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Pleasant Ridge, MI with an average of $3,840 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Birmingham, MI vs. nearby cities

Birmingham, MI
$3,875/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Birmingham, MI vs. the state and national average

Birmingham, MI
$3,875/mo
U.S. national average
$4,038/mo

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

$5,112/mo
Independent Living
$3,875/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Birmingham, MI by room type

Semi-Private
$3,876/mo
Studio
$4,644/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,959/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,113/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$2,225/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Birmingham over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Birmingham

Recent reviews for independent living in Birmingham

American House East II Senior Living in Roseville, MI

5.0
I have no negative thoughts. Place for Mom I give 5's on all. You have been a life saver. I certainly would recommend American House East II to other families based on the experience we have had so far.

The Orchards at Canterbury-on-the-Lake in Waterford Township, MI

5.0
You could not find a nicer staff. The facility does need some updates, but for the money it can't beat. Apartment sizes here are more than adequate.

Flourish Collection at Rochester in Oakland Charter Township, MI

5.0
We feel that our loved ones are safe at Blossom Ridge and that the staff love them, it is just not a job for them they actually show genuine care and concern. They have great musical activities and the daily activities are starting to come back from all the covid limitations. The value for the ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Friendly and welcoming staff and residents. Many reviews mention the warm and inviting atmosphere at communities like Pine Ridge of Plumbrook Senior Living, Pine Ridge of Garfield Senior Living, and All Seasons Rochester Hills, with friendly staff and residents who make newcomers feel at home.
Variety of activities for socializing. Several communities, such as Pine Ridge of Plumbrook Senior Living, Pine Ridge of Garfield Senior Living, and The James Ferndale, offer a wide range of activities and events for residents to engage in, ensuring there is something for everyone.
Excellent food and dining experiences. Throughout reviews, quality food stands out as a major factor in residents' overall satisfaction with their community. Communities like Pine Ridge of Plumbrook Senior Living, Pine Ridge of Garfield Senior Living, and Oakmont Manor are praised for their delicious and restaurant-quality meal ...
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Properly cleaned and updated living spaces. Residents and families consistently mention the cleanliness and upkeep of communities, such as Town Village Sterling Heights and The Gem Memory Care, Park at Franklin, and Imperial Senior Suites, which are kept in pristine condition and offer updated amenities.
Accessible and responsive staff. Communities like Pine Ridge of Garfield Senior Living, Pine Ridge of Plumbrook Senior Living, and 920 On The Park are highlighted for their attentive and helpful staff, who are always available to answer questions and provide assistance as needed.
Engaging programs for memory care. Families of residents in memory care programs at places like Town Village Sterling Heights and The Gem Memory Care, All Seasons Rochester Hills, and Oakmont Manor express their appreciation for the engaging activities and dedicated care provided to their loved ones.
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Birmingham independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Birmingham independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Birmingham, 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 Birmingham 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 Birmingham 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
19.5%
20.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
37.2%
33.5%
No sugar
No sugar
34.5%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
38.9%
32.9%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
17.7%
8.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Birmingham 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 Birmingham communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Birmingham, MINational
Professional chef
Professional chef
41.6%
35.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
44.2%
42.7%
Room service
Room service
34.5%
36.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
16.8%
17%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Birmingham 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 Birmingham offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Birmingham, MINational
Activity director
Activity director
50.4%
44.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
31%
27.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
33.6%
32.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
51.3%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
57.5%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
56.6%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
46%
42.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
45.1%
37.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
46.9%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
51.3%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
50.4%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
34.5%
32%
Fitness center
Fitness center
38.9%
39.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
51.3%
45.7%
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The Reserve at Red Run, Hutcheson Manor and Independence Village of Oxford (Waterstone) are the top-rated independent living facilities near Birmingham, Michigan. See full list of communities.

There are 118 independent living facilities near Birmingham, Michigan. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Birmingham, Michigan are Hutcheson Manor, Independence Village of Oxford (Waterstone) and Pine Ridge Villas of Shelby. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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