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The cost of independent living in Ocean View is about $5,593 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 85 options. Read 1762 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: 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: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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 Ocean View, NJ

The average cost of senior living in Ocean View is $5,593 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Vineland, NJ with an average of $4,852 per month.

Independent living costs in Ocean View, NJ, vs. nearby cities

Ocean View, NJ
$5,593/mo
$5,527/mo

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

Ocean View, NJ
$5,593/mo
U.S. national average
$4,161/mo

Independent living costs in Ocean View, NJ, vs. other senior living options

$6,199/mo
Independent Living
$5,593/mo

Independent living costs in Ocean View, NJ, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,578/mo
Studio
$6,434/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,742/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,046/mo

Senior living costs in Ocean View 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: Ocean View, NJ
Column state: New Jersey
Column national: U.S.
Community typeOcean View, NJNew JerseyU.S.
Independent Living$5,593/mo$6,328/mo$4,161/mo
Assisted Living$6,199/mo$7,288/mo$4,705/mo
Memory Care$6,199/mo$7,353/mo$4,955/mo
Independent Living
Ocean View, NJ:$5,593/mo
New Jersey:$6,328/mo
U.S.:$4,161/mo
Assisted Living
Ocean View, NJ:$6,199/mo
New Jersey:$7,288/mo
U.S.:$4,705/mo
Memory Care
Ocean View, NJ:$6,199/mo
New Jersey:$7,353/mo
U.S.:$4,955/mo
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Independent living costs in Ocean View, NJ, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Ocean View 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
Ocean View, NJ$3,330/mo$3,178/mo+4.8%
New Jersey$4,041/mo$3,405/mo+18.7%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
Ocean View, NJ
2024 average cost:$3,330/mo
2023 average cost:$3,178/mo
Percent change:+4.8%
New Jersey
2024 average cost:$4,041/mo
2023 average cost:$3,405/mo
Percent change:+18.7%
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 Ocean View

Recent reviews for independent living in Ocean View

Maurice House in Millville, NJ

5.0
My mom loves her "apartment " I wish the communication was better from the administration. No part is covered by insurance so all expenses are out of pocket

Brandywine Voorhees by Monarch

5.0
Brandywine Voorhees is like a hotel. The food is amazing, the staff are always going above and beyond, the building is kept clean, and even more importantly the residents are HAPPY. My mom has lived here for a year and our family could not be happier with her care, the nurses and aides treat her ...
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United Methodist Communities Pitman

4.6
From the first step of the application process through admittance and residency, everyone that we have come in contact with at Pitman have been caring and gracious... Just nice people to deal with..

Ocean View independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Ocean View independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Ocean View, 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 Ocean View 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 Ocean View partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Ocean View, NJNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
48.1%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
41.6%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
40.3%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
45.5%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
29.9%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Ocean View 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 Ocean View communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Ocean View, NJNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
42.9%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
54.5%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
42.9%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
18.2%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Ocean View 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 Ocean View offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Ocean View, NJNational
Activity director
Activity director
55.8%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
36.4%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
39%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
49.4%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
54.5%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
61%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
48.1%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
46.8%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
49.4%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
53.2%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
54.5%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
45.5%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
23.4%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
53.2%
46.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Autumn Lake Healthcare at Oceanview, Brookdale Cape May and Viva Senior Living at Cross Keys are the top-rated independent living facilities near Ocean View, New Jersey. See full list of communities.
There are 85 independent living facilities near Ocean View, New Jersey. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Ocean View, New Jersey are Brookdale Cape May, Viva Senior Living at Cross Keys and Cardinal Village. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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