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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Summit City, MI

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The cost of independent living in Summit City is about $3,141 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 55 options.

Read 196 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. You may also consider nearby communities such as Traverse City, Cadillac and Kalkaska.

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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: 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.
Green Acres of Manistee located in Manistee Michigan provides the ideal solution for retirement living. Moving into an assisted living lifestyle can be difficult for families and individuals. We here at Green Acres want you and your family to feel comfortable and at ease with the tough decisions...
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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: 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.
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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Cost of independent living in Summit City, MI

The average cost of senior living in Summit City is $3,141 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Buckley, MI with an average of $2,730 per month.

Independent living costs in Summit City, MI, vs. state and national averages

Summit City, MI
$3,141/mo
U.S. national average
$3,520/mo

Independent living costs in Summit City, MI, vs. other senior living options

$5,888/mo
Independent Living
$3,141/mo

Independent living costs in Summit City, MI, by floor plan type

Studio
$3,152/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,509/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,374/mo

Senior living costs in Summit City 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: Summit City, MI
Column state: Michigan
Column national: U.S.
Community typeSummit City, MIMichiganU.S.
Independent Living$3,141/mo$2,801/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living$4,909/mo$5,387/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$5,888/mo$6,169/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Summit City, MI:$3,141/mo
Michigan:$2,801/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
Summit City, MI:$4,909/mo
Michigan:$5,387/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Summit City, MI:$5,888/mo
Michigan:$6,169/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
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Independent living costs in Summit City, MI, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Summit City 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 Summit City, MI

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Summit City 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 average 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
Summit City, MI$2,920/mo$3,046/mo-4.1%
Michigan$2,850/mo$2,738/mo+4.1%
National$3,400/mo$3,276/mo+3.8%
Summit City, MI
2024 average cost:$2,920/mo
2023 average cost:$3,046/mo
Percent change:-4.1%
Michigan
2024 average cost:$2,850/mo
2023 average cost:$2,738/mo
Percent change:+4.1%
National
2024 average cost:$3,400/mo
2023 average cost:$3,276/mo
Percent change:+3.8%
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What families are saying about independent living in Summit City

Recent reviews for independent living in Summit City

Frankfort Pines

5.0
My mother lived here the last months of her life. The facility was always clean. She said she never had a bad meal, The owners and staff were always very pleasant to deal with and would absolutely go the extra mile to ensure the residents are happy and well taken care of. Just 4 days before my ...
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Traverse Manor in Traverse City, MI

5.0
They do a great job overall at Traverse Manor! The staff is very friendly and take great care of the people who live here. The facility itself is very clean, and they offer a lot of great amenities, including good food and a busy activity schedule.

Summit City independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Summit City independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Summit City, 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 Summit City 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 Summit City partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Summit City, MINational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
1.8%
21.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
18.2%
35.7%
No sugar
No sugar
16.4%
32%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
10.9%
34.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
1.8%
11.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Summit City 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 Summit City communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Summit City, MINational
Professional chef
Professional chef
9.1%
37.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
9.1%
44.8%
Room service
Room service
20%
38.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
3.6%
17.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Summit City 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 Summit City offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Summit City, MINational
Activity director
Activity director
20%
46.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
10.9%
29.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
7.3%
34.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
32.7%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
23.6%
50.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
25.5%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
20%
44.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
18.2%
39.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
12.7%
43%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
18.2%
48.3%
Live performances
Live performances
21.8%
48.1%
Dances
Dances
7.3%
34.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
10.9%
40.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
21.8%
47.6%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Independence Village of Traverse City, Curry House and Northport Highlands are the top-rated independent living facilities near Summit City, Michigan. See full list of communities.
There are 55 independent living facilities near Summit City, Michigan. See the full list.
The best independent living facility near you in Summit City, Michigan is Independence Village of Traverse City. This independent living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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