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The cost of independent living in Mountain Lakes is about $6,828 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 37 options. Read 683 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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Photo of Weston Assisted Living
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.
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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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This facility is lovely and the staff are friendly and helpful. Before Covid, I visited my friend, who is a resident, every week. She has been so much happier since she moved in. The activities are good and...
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.
Spring Hills at Morristown is a unique residence designed to foster a productive and healthy lifestyle for those choosing to live in an assisted living environment. Our friendly, caring and professional staff is highly trained to meet the special needs of all the residents at Spring Hills. Our...
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My stay at the Villa was pleasant due to the friendly staff and cleanliness of the facility. I will highly recommend the Villa. Thank you for working with my doctor.
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.
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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.
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
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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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My aunt lives in the Enclave in Livingston NJ and has been receiving care from assisting hands of Livingston. The care that they provide is amazing and gives our family comfort and peace of mind.
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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Cost of independent living in Mountain Lakes, NJ

The average cost of senior living in Mountain Lakes is $6,828 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Morris Plains, NJ with an average of $6,615 per month.

Independent living costs in Mountain Lakes, NJ, vs. nearby cities

Mountain Lakes, NJ
$6,828/mo
$7,105/mo

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

Mountain Lakes, NJ
$6,828/mo
U.S. national average
$4,153/mo

Independent living costs in Mountain Lakes, NJ, vs. other senior living options

$7,540/mo
Independent Living
$6,828/mo

Independent living costs in Mountain Lakes, NJ, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$6,581/mo
Studio
$8,202/mo
1 Bedroom
$8,911/mo
2 Bedroom
$8,337/mo

Senior living costs in Mountain Lakes 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: Mountain Lakes, NJ
Column state: New Jersey
Column national: U.S.
Community typeMountain Lakes, NJNew JerseyU.S.
Independent Living$6,828/mo$6,327/mo$4,153/mo
Assisted Living$7,444/mo$7,287/mo$4,698/mo
Memory Care$7,540/mo$7,351/mo$4,946/mo
Independent Living
Mountain Lakes, NJ:$6,828/mo
New Jersey:$6,327/mo
U.S.:$4,153/mo
Assisted Living
Mountain Lakes, NJ:$7,444/mo
New Jersey:$7,287/mo
U.S.:$4,698/mo
Memory Care
Mountain Lakes, NJ:$7,540/mo
New Jersey:$7,351/mo
U.S.:$4,946/mo
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Independent living costs in Mountain Lakes, NJ, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Mountain Lakes 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
Mountain Lakes, 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%
Mountain Lakes, 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 Mountain Lakes

Recent reviews for independent living in Mountain Lakes

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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Fountainview at College Road in Monsey, NY

4.2
I received helpful and friendly service from both the staff and administration. The facility is clean and secure, the grounds are well kept, there are numerous activities and services available on premises, and free bus service to local businesses. For independent living, it's a very good fit ...
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Mountain Lakes independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Mountain Lakes independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Mountain Lakes, 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 Mountain Lakes 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 Mountain Lakes 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
41.2%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
44.1%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
44.1%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
35.3%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
20.6%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Mountain Lakes 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 Mountain Lakes communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Mountain Lakes, NJNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
41.2%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
50%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
41.2%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
26.5%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Mountain Lakes 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 Mountain Lakes offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Mountain Lakes, NJNational
Activity director
Activity director
44.1%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
38.2%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
35.3%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
50%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
44.1%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
55.9%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
41.2%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
41.2%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
47.1%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
47.1%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
44.1%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
26.5%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
11.8%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
47.1%
46.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Sunrise of Mountain Lakes, CareOne at Parsippany Assisted Living and Sunrise of West Essex are the top-rated independent living facilities near Mountain Lakes, New Jersey. See full list of communities.
There are 37 independent living facilities near Mountain Lakes, New Jersey. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Mountain Lakes, New Jersey are Brookdale Wayne AL/MC, Colonial Manor at Panther Valley and Harbour View Senior Living. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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