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The cost of independent living in Saint Elmo is about $3,491 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 41 options. Read 338 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: 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: 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, 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: 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.
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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 Quarters Assisted Living is an assisted living facility that serves as an alternative to institutional hospitalization and as a transitional migration to independent living. We have created a holistic environment for our residents, which provides a sense of peace and comfort while enhancing...
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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.
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Cost of independent living in Saint Elmo, MS

The average cost of senior living in Saint Elmo is $3,491 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Alcorn State University, MS with an average of $2,451 per month.

Independent living costs in Saint Elmo, MS, vs. nearby cities

Saint Elmo, MS
$3,491/mo
$2,477/mo

Independent living costs in Saint Elmo, MS, vs. state and national averages

Saint Elmo, MS
$3,491/mo
U.S. national average
$4,153/mo

Independent living costs in Saint Elmo, MS, vs. other senior living options

$4,621/mo
Independent Living
$3,491/mo

Independent living costs in Saint Elmo, MS, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,960/mo
Studio
$3,921/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,734/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,236/mo

Senior living costs in Saint Elmo 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: Saint Elmo, MS
Column state: Mississippi
Column national: U.S.
Community typeSaint Elmo, MSMississippiU.S.
Independent Living$3,491/mo$3,315/mo$4,153/mo
Assisted Living$4,344/mo$3,549/mo$4,698/mo
Memory Care$4,621/mo$3,658/mo$4,946/mo
Independent Living
Saint Elmo, MS:$3,491/mo
Mississippi:$3,315/mo
U.S.:$4,153/mo
Assisted Living
Saint Elmo, MS:$4,344/mo
Mississippi:$3,549/mo
U.S.:$4,698/mo
Memory Care
Saint Elmo, MS:$4,621/mo
Mississippi:$3,658/mo
U.S.:$4,946/mo
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Independent living costs in Saint Elmo, MS, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Saint Elmo 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 Saint Elmo, MS

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Saint Elmo 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
Saint Elmo, MS$2,998/mo$2,977/mo+0.7%
Mississippi$3,072/mo$2,976/mo+3.2%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
Saint Elmo, MS
2024 average cost:$2,998/mo
2023 average cost:$2,977/mo
Percent change:+0.7%
Mississippi
2024 average cost:$3,072/mo
2023 average cost:$2,976/mo
Percent change:+3.2%
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 Saint Elmo

Recent reviews for independent living in Saint Elmo

SummerHouse Beau Ridge Independent Living in Ridgeland, MS

3.8
This has been a great experience for my loved one. There have been some complaints about the quality and the menu options available for meals. The food has started to go down hill fast according to several residents in the community. There was a notice that rent was going up shortly after ...
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The Blake at Township in Ridgeland, MS

5.0
The Blake at Township community was great, and we picked this community because our loved one had a Chihuahua and they allowed pets there. That was a really big plus.

The Orchard Continuing Care Retirement Community in Ridgeland, MS

4.8
The staff are incredibly professional and based on the experience we have had so far, we would absolutely recommend The Orchard community to other families.

Saint Elmo independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Saint Elmo independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Saint Elmo, 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 Saint Elmo 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 Saint Elmo 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
24.2%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
24.2%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
24.2%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
15.2%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
9.1%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Saint Elmo 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 Saint Elmo communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Saint Elmo, MSNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
21.2%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
36.4%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
27.3%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
3%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Saint Elmo 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 Saint Elmo offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
39.4%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
21.2%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
33.3%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
42.4%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
39.4%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
39.4%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
33.3%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
24.2%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
36.4%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
39.4%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
39.4%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
30.3%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
24.2%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
39.4%
46.4%
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The Waterford on Highland Colony, Chateau Ridgeland Sky Active Living and The Orchard Continuing Care Retirement Community are the top-rated independent living facilities near Saint Elmo, Mississippi. See full list of communities.
There are 41 independent living facilities near Saint Elmo, Mississippi. See the full list.
The best independent living facility near you in Saint Elmo, Mississippi is The Waterford on Highland Colony. This independent living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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