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The cost of independent living in Pleasant Plains is about $6,228 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 32 options. Read 637 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.
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.
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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.
AHEPA AHEPA Highland Apartments is a 55 + community in Highland Park, Middlesex County, NJ. Highland Park sits on the Raritan River and encompasses ninety acre Donaldson Park. The park has picnic groves, two playgrounds, a dog park and sports fields and courts. Highland Park got it's name, in...
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Looked at many places and Mom felt at home at The Avalon! Great trips, entertainers and activities. The staff has been there for years! If the staff stays that means they are happy too! The food is delicious...
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.
With all the Assisted Living communities to choose from, what is it that makes The Avalon at Bridgewater stand out from all the rest?• Family owned and operated by Bridgeway Senior Healthcare, celebrating over 27 years of service to the community• Our reputation speaks volumes – Bridgeway Senior...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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Cost of independent living in Pleasant Plains, NJ

The average cost of senior living in Pleasant Plains is $6,228 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Princeton, NJ with an average of $5,777 per month.

Independent living costs in Pleasant Plains, NJ, vs. nearby cities

Pleasant Plains, NJ
$6,228/mo

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

Pleasant Plains, NJ
$6,228/mo
U.S. national average
$4,162/mo

Independent living costs in Pleasant Plains, NJ, vs. other senior living options

$7,101/mo
Independent Living
$6,228/mo

Independent living costs in Pleasant Plains, NJ, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$6,305/mo
Studio
$7,976/mo
1 Bedroom
$8,188/mo
2 Bedroom
$9,173/mo

Senior living costs in Pleasant Plains 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: Pleasant Plains, NJ
Column state: New Jersey
Column national: U.S.
Community typePleasant Plains, NJNew JerseyU.S.
Independent Living$6,228/mo$6,328/mo$4,162/mo
Assisted Living$7,061/mo$7,283/mo$4,705/mo
Memory Care$7,101/mo$7,348/mo$4,956/mo
Independent Living
Pleasant Plains, NJ:$6,228/mo
New Jersey:$6,328/mo
U.S.:$4,162/mo
Assisted Living
Pleasant Plains, NJ:$7,061/mo
New Jersey:$7,283/mo
U.S.:$4,705/mo
Memory Care
Pleasant Plains, NJ:$7,101/mo
New Jersey:$7,348/mo
U.S.:$4,956/mo
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Independent living costs in Pleasant Plains, NJ, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Pleasant Plains 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
Pleasant Plains, NJ$7,288/mo$7,622/mo-4.4%
New Jersey$3,253/mo$3,033/mo+7.2%
National$2,897/mo$2,798/mo+3.5%
Pleasant Plains, NJ
2024 average cost:$7,288/mo
2023 average cost:$7,622/mo
Percent change:-4.4%
New Jersey
2024 average cost:$3,253/mo
2023 average cost:$3,033/mo
Percent change:+7.2%
National
2024 average cost:$2,897/mo
2023 average cost:$2,798/mo
Percent change:+3.5%
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What families are saying about independent living in Pleasant Plains

Recent reviews for independent living in Pleasant Plains

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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Friends Village, Styer Campus in Newtown, PA

4.2
We chose this facility because I thought it would fit my brother-in-laws personality better. He is in a community where there are 3 or 4 suites, almost like a motel set-up. He has a dog so he is able to go out the front or back door, its more private and personal. His cottage is good sized, it ...
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Sunrise of Lincroft

5.0
My mother has flourished at Sunrise of Lincroft. Her health and personal needs are provided for by a caring and kind staff and she can participate in a variety of activities that interest her and the other residents. The facility has a cozy home-like atmosphere. My mother is seen regularly by ...
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Pleasant Plains independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Pleasant Plains independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Pleasant Plains, 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 Pleasant Plains 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 Pleasant Plains 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
60%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
56.7%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
53.3%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
50%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
26.7%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Pleasant Plains 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 Pleasant Plains communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Pleasant Plains, NJNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
53.3%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
56.7%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
50%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
30%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Pleasant Plains 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 Pleasant Plains offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
60%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
46.7%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
43.3%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
60%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
56.7%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
70%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
46.7%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
43.3%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
53.3%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
53.3%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
56.7%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
46.7%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
23.3%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
56.7%
46.4%
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Spring Hills Somerset, The Bristal at Somerset and Brookdale Monroe are the top-rated independent living facilities near Pleasant Plains, New Jersey. See full list of communities.
There are 32 independent living facilities near Pleasant Plains, New Jersey. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Pleasant Plains, New Jersey are The Villas of Holmdel, The Brielle and Brighton Gardens of Edison. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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