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The cost of independent living in Babbitt is about $6,879 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 91 options. Read 873 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: 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 Babbitt, NJ

The average cost of senior living in Babbitt is $6,879 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Hoboken, NJ with an average of $6,418 per month.

Independent living costs in Babbitt, NJ, vs. nearby cities

Babbitt, NJ
$6,879/mo
$6,505/mo

Independent living costs in Babbitt, NJ, vs. state and national averages

Babbitt, NJ
$6,879/mo
U.S. national average
$4,160/mo

Independent living costs in Babbitt, NJ, vs. other senior living options

$7,659/mo
Independent Living
$6,879/mo

Independent living costs in Babbitt, NJ, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$8,787/mo
Studio
$9,966/mo
1 Bedroom
$10,678/mo
2 Bedroom
$14,027/mo

Senior living costs in Babbitt 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: Babbitt, NJ
Column state: New Jersey
Column national: U.S.
Community typeBabbitt, NJNew JerseyU.S.
Independent Living$6,879/mo$6,327/mo$4,160/mo
Assisted Living$7,598/mo$7,287/mo$4,703/mo
Memory Care$7,659/mo$7,351/mo$4,954/mo
Independent Living
Babbitt, NJ:$6,879/mo
New Jersey:$6,327/mo
U.S.:$4,160/mo
Assisted Living
Babbitt, NJ:$7,598/mo
New Jersey:$7,287/mo
U.S.:$4,703/mo
Memory Care
Babbitt, NJ:$7,659/mo
New Jersey:$7,351/mo
U.S.:$4,954/mo
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Independent living costs in Babbitt, NJ, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Babbitt 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
Babbitt, NJ$5,245/mo$4,727/mo+11.0%
New Jersey$3,252/mo$3,195/mo+1.8%
National$3,158/mo$3,029/mo+4.3%
Babbitt, NJ
2024 average cost:$5,245/mo
2023 average cost:$4,727/mo
Percent change:+11.0%
New Jersey
2024 average cost:$3,252/mo
2023 average cost:$3,195/mo
Percent change:+1.8%
National
2024 average cost:$3,158/mo
2023 average cost:$3,029/mo
Percent change:+4.3%
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What families are saying about independent living in Babbitt

Recent reviews for independent living in Babbitt

Arbor Terrace Mountainside

5.0
The only helpful thing would be using Touchpoint to create the shopping list when supplies run out. I often get multiple calls a day when they run out of soap supplies. Really minor because of such great care and medical coordination. Very happy with the transparency and visibility, the ...
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The Residence at St. Peter’s in River Edge, NJ

4.5
We went with The Senior Residence at Se. Peter Apostle because they offered a comparable level of service for almost $2000 less a month. The facility is smaller with only 20 rooms, it is a former convent so you have to be ok with a small room versus some other places that had large rooms. They ...
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Westchester Center for Independent and Assisted Living Program in Yonkers, NY

4.0
My father in law is doing okay here at this community, he is still adjusting, but they are caring for him well. We do feel comfortable with his move to this community, it is a nice place. [Removed] is amazing. She was great to work with, she was very helpful, and understanding. The front desk ...
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Babbitt independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Babbitt independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Babbitt, 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 Babbitt 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 Babbitt partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Babbitt, NJNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
23.7%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
31.6%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
27.6%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
28.9%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
13.2%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Babbitt 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 Babbitt communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Babbitt, NJNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
26.3%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
36.8%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
26.3%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
15.8%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Babbitt 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 Babbitt offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Babbitt, NJNational
Activity director
Activity director
31.6%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
28.9%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
22.4%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
35.5%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
35.5%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
43.4%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
31.6%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
30.3%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
34.2%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
34.2%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
32.9%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
22.4%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
19.7%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
32.9%
46.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Harbour View Senior Living, Atria Forest Hills and Van Dyk Park Place are the top-rated independent living facilities near Babbitt, New Jersey. See full list of communities.
There are 91 independent living facilities near Babbitt, New Jersey. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Babbitt, New Jersey are Atria Forest Hills, Brookdale Wayne AL/MC and Sunrise of Sheepshead. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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