About Assisted LivingAssisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.Complete guide to assisted livingBest of 2025 Assisted Living Winners
About Memory CareMemory 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. Complete guide to memory careBest of 2025 Memory Care Winners
About Independent LivingIndependent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.Complete guide to independent livingBest of 2025 Independent Living Winners
About Senior LivingSenior living is a term used to describe various housing and care options for older adults from maintenance-free, 55+ facilities for active seniors, to secure, fully staffed facilities for seniors with Alzheimer's or dementia. Complete guide to senior livingFind senior living facilities near you
About Nursing HomesNursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.Complete guide to Nursing Homes
About Senior ApartmentsSenior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.Complete guide to Senior Apartments
About Care HomesResidential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.Complete guide to care homes
Veteran ResourcesVA benefits for long-term care, such as Aid and Attendance benefits, can help eligible veterans and their surviving spouses pay for senior care.Guide to VA benefits for long-term care
Senior Living Home

10 Best Independent Living Communities in Belfast, NY

Answer a few questions to get personalized results
Who are you searching for?

The cost of independent living in Belfast is about $3,150 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 56 options. Read 186 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.

As you explore independent living near you, you may also want to consider options in areas like You may also consider nearby communities such as Olean, Wellsville and Cuba.

Belfast Independent Living Facilities | 186 Reviews

Showing 47 communities
Last Updated: 12/5/25
Sort by
Filter by
Review Score
Distance
Amenities
Providers
Photo of Alpine Manor
11 Photo available
9.2
Review score
8 reviews
9.2
Review score
8 reviews
5 star
87%
4 star
0%
3 star
0%
2 star
0%
1 star
13%
See all reviews
The staff are all very friendly and helpful. They have activities daily with special activities around the Holidays. The Friday after Thanksgiving they are having live music for the residents, staff &...
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.
See details
Photo of Elison of Orchard Glen
1717 Photos available
8.9
Review score
37 reviews
8.9
Review score
37 reviews
5 star
72%
4 star
14%
3 star
14%
2 star
0%
1 star
0%
See all reviews
While dad loves the experience and friendships, it's very very expensive for him , rates have gone up in less than a year of being there and the administrator promises to fix things in the cottage but they...
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.
Lease by October 29 and get $1,000 off your rent for the first three months. THAT’S A SAVINGS OF $3,000!*Among many health precautions now available in our community, we will require all associates who work here to vaccinate for COVID-19. Learn about this and our overall approach to help bring an...
Photo of Manor House
11 Photo available
8.9
Review score
20 reviews
8.9
Review score
20 reviews
5 star
60%
4 star
30%
3 star
5%
2 star
5%
1 star
0%
See all reviews
Manor House was the best choice for my mom. She enjoys it there, and she has made new friends. Mom even says she loves the Manor House. The only reason I didn't give them five stars is because they were just...
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.
Welcome to The Manor House!Our beautiful, established community is located in the heart of Batavia, NY - about 25 minutes from either Buffalo or Rochester and provides apartment style living for active seniors living in near-by towns – and even some who have moved to be close to their children....
See details
Photo of Manor Hills
55 Photos available
8.9
Review score
13 reviews
8.9
Review score
13 reviews
5 star
61%
4 star
23%
3 star
8%
2 star
0%
1 star
8%
See all reviews
She likes it there very much it is a bit far for me Billing dept. was difficult to deal with. We are at a point at end of contract and exploring some options
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
See details
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
Photo of The Greens
55 Photos available
8.5
Review score
4 reviews
8.5
Review score
4 reviews
5 star
75%
4 star
25%
3 star
0%
2 star
0%
1 star
0%
See all reviews
I enjoy exercise, bingo, use van for local appointment, have met many friends and old acquainted. Enjoy the entertainment here. We have beautiful large acreages with trees flowers. Tops grocery and pharmacy...
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.
Perched on 11 acres of beautiful landscaping in Le Roy, New York, The Greens provides an abundance of space and comfort for those seeking active independent living. At The Greens, you can enjoy all the comforts of home in a vibrant, hassle-free community. Restaurant-style dining services feature...
See details
Photo of Elderwood Assisted Living at Hamburg
1010 Photos available
8.4
Review score
22 reviews
8.4
Review score
22 reviews
5 star
50%
4 star
36%
3 star
0%
2 star
5%
1 star
9%
See all reviews
My sister is very happy there. That's all that matters to me is her happiness. She has friends there and she loves the activities. When [name removed]was There he would go to her apartment to remind her. No...
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.
Located in the Village of Hamburg, New York, Elderwood Assisted Living at Hamburg offers an independent lifestyle, with caring personal attention. Special features include comfortably furnished living areas set in a historic Masonic temple. Enjoy peace of mind as you relax in your private one or...
Photo of Elderwood Assisted Living at West Seneca
1010 Photos available
8.0
Review score
27 reviews
8.0
Review score
27 reviews
5 star
52%
4 star
30%
3 star
11%
2 star
7%
1 star
0%
See all reviews
Facility is all private rooms. Nice sitting area outside during summer, under cover from sun and rain. Many activities and staff encourage residents participation. Nursing staff communicates resident's needs...
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.
Elderwood Assisted Living at West Seneca offers an independent lifestyle with caring personal attention. The community in West Seneca, New York, features comfortable common spaces and private studio, one- and two-bedroom apartments. The backyard patio features a lovely koi pond and overlooks a...
Photo of Morgan Estates Assisted Living
1010 Photos available
8.0
Review score
8 reviews
8.0
Review score
8 reviews
5 star
62%
4 star
25%
3 star
13%
2 star
0%
1 star
0%
See all reviews
The staff are always there to answer questions. They are quick to respond to concerns and quick to contact us when something happens or if they have concerns. My mother moved from assisted living to a higher...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
Morgan Estates is nestled above Geneseo, NY overlooking the fertile Genesee Valley. This pastoral setting of rolling hills affords our residents with a vital lifestyle. We offer a range of living experiences, from independent apartments to assisted living. The Morgan Estates community offers you...
Photo of Eden Heights of Olean
77 Photos available
5 star
71%
4 star
29%
3 star
0%
2 star
0%
1 star
0%
See all reviews
The staff in the head office was wonderful, even though they have nursing staff you need to keep an eye on things and make sure your visiting and double-check with the staff and make sure everything is ok....
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
Eden Heights of Olean offers a residential opportunity for seniors to focus on independence, friendship and fulfillment. At Eden Heights of Olean, our residents horizons grow, not constrict. They are enabled , not hindered .Residence at Eden Heights of Olean means having assistance so that day to...
Photo of Eden Heights of Eden
1111 Photos available
5 star
54%
4 star
8%
3 star
23%
2 star
15%
1 star
0%
See all reviews
I recently moved my dad in to Eden Heights. I never wanted to put my dad in a home but he had no choice. I am so happy I found Eden Heights. The staff is wonderful. It was difficult for my dad, with...
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.
The Eden Heights community offers assisted living services in charming Eden, New York. With the beautiful scenery from the mountains to Lake Erie that surround Eden, our residents always have a view to enjoy. Our residents can enjoy the views of Lake Erie from our front porch, or from the walking...
Inline cta image

Our free advisors can help

  • Compare local facilities
  • Determine care type
  • Schedule tours
  • Evaluate pricing
Photo of Randolph Manor
2222 Photos available
5 star
50%
4 star
50%
3 star
0%
2 star
0%
1 star
0%
See all reviews
My loved one likes the food a lot. We picked this facility, because we have always know about the community, it feels more like a home, and does not feel institutionalized. It doesn't have a smell or odor....
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.
Randolph Manor is a senior care community that offers support for older adults in a home-like setting. Since the 1970's, Randolph Manor has been supporting the residents of Randolph NY and the surrounding towns throughout Cattaraugus County. Licensed for 50 residents, our community prides...
Photo of Connect55 Plus Orchard Park
66 Photos available
5 star
67%
4 star
33%
3 star
0%
2 star
0%
1 star
0%
See all reviews
Eagle Crest and my mom has been a good match. She has been there almost a year now, and has settled in nicely. My siblings and I are pleased with the cleanliness, security and quality of employee's and...
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
At Eagle Crest Senior Village we offer spacious one and two bedroom apartment homes in a luxury, 2-story, independent living community. Envision it... a New York lifestyle without all the challenges - no snow to shovel, no lawns to mow, and no property to maintain, PLUS daily events to nourish...
Photo of Genesee Senior Living
44 Photos available
5 star
0%
4 star
50%
3 star
0%
2 star
50%
1 star
0%
See all reviews
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
At Genesee Senior Living, we champion the golden years, providing an all-inclusive haven where seniors can explore, grow, and relish their retirement years. We root our values in the belief that every individual deserves respect, compassion, and excellent care. Residents are our top priority, and...
See details
Photo of Portville Manor
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.
Photo of Aspen Tower
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.
Photo of Emerald Hills Estates
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.
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.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
See details
Photo of Oswayo Apartments
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.
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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.
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.
Photo of Springbrook Apartments
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.
Photo of Fiddler's Green Manor Home
5 star
0%
4 star
0%
3 star
0%
2 star
0%
1 star
0%
See all reviews
Provides: Assisted 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.
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.
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.

Cost of independent living in Belfast, NY

The average cost of senior living in Belfast is $3,150 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Groveland Station, NY with an average of $2,462 per month.

Independent living costs in Belfast, NY, vs. nearby cities

Belfast, NY
$3,150/mo
$3,574/mo
$6,266/mo

Independent living costs in Belfast, NY, vs. state and national averages

Belfast, NY
$3,150/mo
U.S. national average
$4,153/mo

Independent living costs in Belfast, NY, vs. other senior living options

$4,494/mo
Independent Living
$3,150/mo

Independent living costs in Belfast, NY, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,940/mo
Studio
$5,006/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,973/mo
2 Bedroom
$3,883/mo

Senior living costs in Belfast 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: Belfast, NY
Column state: New York
Column national: U.S.
Community typeBelfast, NYNew YorkU.S.
Independent Living$3,150/mo$4,692/mo$4,153/mo
Assisted Living$4,494/mo$5,837/mo$4,698/mo
Memory Care$4,494/mo$5,927/mo$4,946/mo
Independent Living
Belfast, NY:$3,150/mo
New York:$4,692/mo
U.S.:$4,153/mo
Assisted Living
Belfast, NY:$4,494/mo
New York:$5,837/mo
U.S.:$4,698/mo
Memory Care
Belfast, NY:$4,494/mo
New York:$5,927/mo
U.S.:$4,946/mo
Table showing 5 of 3 items. Click to show less.
Table showing 5 of 3 items. Click to show less.

Independent living costs in Belfast, NY, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Belfast 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.

Belfast, NYNY stateNational

Independent living cost trends in Belfast, NY

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Belfast 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
Belfast, NY$3,098/mo$2,959/mo+4.7%
New York$3,492/mo$3,267/mo+6.9%
National$2,867/mo$2,798/mo+2.5%
Belfast, NY
2024 average cost:$3,098/mo
2023 average cost:$2,959/mo
Percent change:+4.7%
New York
2024 average cost:$3,492/mo
2023 average cost:$3,267/mo
Percent change:+6.9%
National
2024 average cost:$2,867/mo
2023 average cost:$2,798/mo
Percent change:+2.5%
Table showing 5 of 3 items. Click to show less.
Table showing 5 of 3 items. Click to show less.

Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What families are saying about independent living in Belfast

Recent reviews for independent living in Belfast

Elderwood Assisted Living at West Seneca

5.0
We think the facility is very nice. Our experience the past year has been very good. Overall I think our complaint would be with the day of arrival entry process. It was VERY long, often duplicative of questions and things we'd already gone over with the facility, but the bigger issue, I think, ...
Read more

Connect55 Plus Orchard Park in West Seneca, NY

5.0
My mother is really enjoying her time here at this community, It is a wonderful place. Everyone has been very helpful, and polite. The community is very well maintained. They do a great job keeping everything nice, and well-kept. The owner has been very accommodating, kind. There is a lovely ...
Read more

Eden Heights of Olean

5.0
All employees are friendly and polite, respond promptly to requests. Environments are kept spic and span. Meals are well balanced and delicious. I feel very lucky to be able to be here.

Belfast independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Belfast independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Belfast, 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 Belfast 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 Belfast partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Belfast, NYNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
10.6%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
12.8%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
17%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
6.4%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
2.1%
10.5%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select dining options in Belfast 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 Belfast communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Belfast, NYNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
10.6%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
19.1%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
4.3%
37%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select programs and activities in Belfast 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 Belfast offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Belfast, NYNational
Activity director
Activity director
19.1%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
8.5%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
10.6%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
29.8%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
23.4%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
29.8%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
19.1%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
12.8%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
10.6%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
25.5%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
19.1%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
2.1%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
8.5%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
21.3%
46.4%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Frequently Asked Questions

Alpine Manor, Elison of Orchard Glen and Manor House are the top-rated independent living facilities near Belfast, New York. See full list of communities.
There are 56 independent living facilities near Belfast, New York. See the full list.
Photo cta image

More questions?

Ask an A Place for Mom local advisor at no cost.

The information contained on this page is for informational purposes only and is not intended to constitute medical, legal or financial advice or create a professional relationship between A Place for Mom and the reader. Always seek the advice of your health care provider, attorney or financial advisor with respect to any particular matter, and do not act or refrain from acting on the basis of anything you have read on this site. Links to third-party websites are only for the convenience of the reader; A Place for Mom does not endorse the contents of the third-party sites.
Back to top