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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Morris County, NJ

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The cost of independent living in Morris County is about $6,838 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 32 options. Read 549 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: 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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Cost of independent living in Morris County, NJ

The average cost of senior living in Morris County is $6,838 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Morris Plains, NJ with an average of $6,615 per month.

Independent living costs in Morris County, NJ, vs. nearby counties

Morris County, NJ
$6,838/mo
$6,959/mo

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

Morris County, NJ
$6,838/mo
U.S. national average
$4,203/mo

Independent living costs in Morris County, NJ, vs. other senior living options

$7,605/mo
Independent Living
$6,838/mo

Independent living costs in Morris County, NJ, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$6,312/mo
Studio
$7,869/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,994/mo
2 Bedroom
$8,295/mo

Senior living costs in Morris County 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: Morris County, NJ
Column state: New Jersey
Column national: U.S.
Community typeMorris County, NJNew JerseyU.S.
Independent Living$6,838/mo$6,327/mo$4,203/mo
Assisted Living$7,532/mo$7,287/mo$4,740/mo
Memory Care$7,605/mo$7,351/mo$5,004/mo
Independent Living
Morris County, NJ:$6,838/mo
New Jersey:$6,327/mo
U.S.:$4,203/mo
Assisted Living
Morris County, NJ:$7,532/mo
New Jersey:$7,287/mo
U.S.:$4,740/mo
Memory Care
Morris County, NJ:$7,605/mo
New Jersey:$7,351/mo
U.S.:$5,004/mo
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Independent living costs in Morris County, NJ, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Morris County 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
Morris County, NJ$9,186/mo$5,969/mo+53.9%
New Jersey$3,011/mo$3,119/mo-3.4%
National$2,798/mo$2,769/mo+1.0%
Morris County, NJ
2024 average cost:$9,186/mo
2023 average cost:$5,969/mo
Percent change:+53.9%
New Jersey
2024 average cost:$3,011/mo
2023 average cost:$3,119/mo
Percent change:-3.4%
National
2024 average cost:$2,798/mo
2023 average cost:$2,769/mo
Percent change:+1.0%
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What families are saying about independent living in Morris County

Recent reviews for independent living in Morris County

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 Basking Ridge

4.5
I really did some amazing research, going to about nine facilities to find the perfect place for my mom. We are very happy with our decision at the Residence at Basking Ridge. Communication seems to be a problem, but they did just open in October so I have to be patient. Looking at the big ...
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Summer Hill of Wayne

5.0
Summer Hill Apartments is a very nice place, I am very pleased with it! The staff here were very friendly and very helpful throughout the whole process. They gave me all sorts of information during the tour, and had answers for any questions I asked them. After I moved in they provided me with ...
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Morris County independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Morris County independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Morris County, 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 Morris County 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 Morris County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Morris County, NJNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
39.3%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
42.9%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
42.9%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
28.6%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
21.4%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Morris County 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 Morris County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Morris County, NJNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
35.7%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
46.4%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
35.7%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
25%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Morris County 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 Morris County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Morris County, NJNational
Activity director
Activity director
42.9%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
39.3%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
32.1%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
42.9%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
46.4%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
53.6%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
39.3%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
35.7%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
42.9%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
46.4%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
46.4%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
35.7%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
7.1%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
46.4%
46.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

CareOne at Parsippany Assisted Living, Sunrise of Mountain Lakes and Mt. Arlington Senior Living are the top-rated independent living facilities near Morris County, New Jersey. See full list of communities.
There are 32 independent living facilities near Morris County, New Jersey. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Morris County, New Jersey are Brookdale Wayne AL/MC, Colonial Manor at Panther Valley and Sunrise of Wayne. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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