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The cost of independent living in Pittsford is about $3,085 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 120 options.

Read 1456 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. You may also consider nearby communities such as Rochester, Greece and Canandaigua.

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Everyone there is very friendly and my sister raves about the food. There are any different activities- exercise class, speakers, art activities . Someone brings her med to her daily and her apartment is...
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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Being from out-of-state, my daughter and granddaughter toured the facility ahead of my arrival. They fell in love with the place, and so did I. My apartment was Just like brand new, with new paint, carpet,...
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.
Offering luxurious, affordable one and two bedroom apartments in a stunning two-story 'X' shaped building . This lovely 55+ community features acres of beautiful open space, walking trails, a wellness center, beauty salon, and so much more, all designed to enhance your comfort and enjoyment.
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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.
Ogden Gardens is a 62+ senior housing community nestled in Ogden, Monroe County, New York which is just 15 minutes from Rochester. At Ogden's town center sits the quaint Spencerport Village on the Erie Canal, where your every need is met, from exquisite boutiques to hair salons, jewelers, coffee...
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Gardens at Town Center saved my wife [name removed] and I from being street people. We were hours away, caused by [name removed] reneging on their promise. We will be forever grateful!
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.
The Gardens at Town Center will have 176 brand new one and two bedroom apartments for residents 55+. Each unit will provide luxurious living with a modern open floor plan, fully equipped and open kitchen complete with a dishwasher, individually controlled heating and cooling, a walk-in closet in...
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This community is a friendly place. Residents get to know each other and make friends within the community in the common areas. The community has a cat for the residents and the cat has a bed over by the...
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.
There's something for everyone at Horizons, a senior living community that offers the comforts of home, a commitment to enhancing quality of life, and personal care services in a supportive environment. Our welcoming community is conveniently located in a quiet setting just around the corner from...
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This community is clean, friendly and helpful atmosphere. The activities are on the second floor instead of the first floor so my loved one does not go often and that is one of the downfalls due to her...
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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.
Enriched living at Clark Meadows begins with a philosophy – each day should be spent maximizing one’s health and happiness.Taking a preventive approach, it’s a philosophy stressing the importance of exercising the mind and body, as well as nurturing the spirit.Supporting total wellness, Clark...
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Hilton East was very friendly, the staff was very helpful. And I would recommend Hilton East to anyone looking for assisted living facilities. I appreciate everything they did for my loved one. The staff...
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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.
Hilton East Assisted Living has a track-record of quality care that spans decades. Our community is locally owned and operated by Dave Wegman, a life long resident of Hilton. His sincere desire to give seniors respect and dignity while catering toward their specific needs has made Hilton East one...
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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
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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.
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...
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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.
Lyons Manor is an affordable 55 and over senior housing community located in historic Lyons, Wayne County, New York. The community is only a block or two from the First Lutheran Church, The Peppermint Museum, Lyons central Park, Ohman Theater, Grace Episcopal Church and the Erie Canal by the...
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Comfortable senior apartment living in the country. Close to everything. Great for older adults. A full kitchen. A bedroom and bathroom and a living room with a small balcony. Open parking for their...
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.
Located just off the Gananda Parkway, The Gardens enjoys the privacy of a spacious wooded lot, neighbored by farmland and Blue Heron Hills Country Club. Enjoy the serenity from your own balcony or patio, venture out to explore the surrounding trails and ponds, or even plant and tend your own plot...
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The staff was very good to my mom. They have been taking very good care of her. Everyone is so nice and caring. The community and moms room is clean. We really are quite impressed with what the...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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: 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.
The Summit at Brighton offers the following: Carefree independent senior living in a beautiful park-like setting with first-class services, amenities and award-winning architecture since 1998. A variety of apartment styles and spacious, richly decorated common areas for those seeking social...
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.
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.
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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: 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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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.
Nestled in the heart of the Village of Penfield, NY, Legacy at Village Wood offers a vibrant, warm, and welcoming environment for older adults looking for a quaint, down-home, family-like atmosphere where they can live an independent lifestyle without the upkeep and uncertainty of home ownership....
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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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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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Due to covid we have not been able to see much of the community but from what we have seen it looks to be pretty clean. Once again due to covid the activities are on and off. Given the current circumstances...
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.
Part of The Family Service Communities organization, The Northfield is a 69-apartment Enriched Living Facility licensed by the New York State Department of Health. Conveniently located just outside the village of Fairport, The Northfield offers many amenities including three cooked meals served...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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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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.

Cost of independent living in Pittsford, NY

The average cost of senior living in Pittsford is $3,085 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include East Rochester, NY with an average of $3,085 per month.

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

Pittsford, NY
$3,085/mo
U.S. national average
$3,520/mo

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

$7,371/mo
Independent Living
$3,085/mo

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

Studio
$2,916/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,561/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,620/mo

Senior living costs in Pittsford 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: Pittsford, NY
Column state: New York
Column national: U.S.
Community typePittsford, NYNew YorkU.S.
Independent Living$3,085/mo$3,974/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living$5,183/mo$6,817/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$7,371/mo$8,640/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Pittsford, NY:$3,085/mo
New York:$3,974/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
Pittsford, NY:$5,183/mo
New York:$6,817/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Pittsford, NY:$7,371/mo
New York:$8,640/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
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Independent living costs in Pittsford, NY, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Pittsford 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 Pittsford, NY

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Pittsford 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 average 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
Pittsford, NY$3,092/mo$3,175/mo-2.6%
New York$3,681/mo$3,675/mo+0.1%
National$3,416/mo$3,319/mo+2.9%
Pittsford, NY
2024 average cost:$3,092/mo
2023 average cost:$3,175/mo
Percent change:-2.6%
New York
2024 average cost:$3,681/mo
2023 average cost:$3,675/mo
Percent change:+0.1%
National
2024 average cost:$3,416/mo
2023 average cost:$3,319/mo
Percent change:+2.9%
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What families are saying about independent living in Pittsford

Recent reviews for independent living in Pittsford

The Woodlands in Fairport, NY

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I didn't rate the quality of care because it's an independent living facility. Everything else I would rate a 5 it's a beautiful facility, people are very friendly, the food is very high-quality and the best part of the Woodlands is [name removed] who manages it. She is a wonderful person that ...
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Solstice at Fairport

4.8
The staff are very friendly. The grounds look amazing. They are very family friendly - we have a large family and we love to go for dinner with mom and they have the space for our visits.

Clark Meadows in Canandaigua, NY

4.0
My loved one has her own nice apartment in the assisted living section of this community. She worked with the physical therapy department for a short time and has improved so much. They offer healthy meals and she is enjoying it there. This community is combined with the independent community. ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Friendly and caring staff. Many reviews mention the exceptional care and kindness shown by the staff at various communities. At River Edge Manor, Episcopal SeniorLife Communities, the staff is described as being 'warm and helpful', and at Village at Willow Pond, they are praised for being 'caring and accommodating'. F ...
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Wide range of social activities. Reviews highlight the importance of social activities for seniors and the variety offered at different communities. Residents at Baywinde Senior Living enjoy 'many opportunities for social interaction', while those at Village at Fairways liken their new community to a 'fun place to live with ...
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Cleanliness and well-maintained facilities. Cleanliness and upkeep are key factors in residents' satisfaction with their communities. At Village at Willow Pond, the community is described as having 'beautifully manicured grounds', while at The Woodlands, the 'cleanliness is paramount'. Several reviews praise the 'nicely sized' and 'br ...
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Availability of personalized care services. Some reviews highlight the importance of additional care services for seniors and the availability of these services at certain communities. At Legacy at Grande Vie, the 'extra charge' for home care services is 'worth the money', and at Village at Willow Pond, the community is praised for be ...
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Delicious and nutritious meals. Meals are a significant factor in residents' overall satisfaction with their communities. At Legacy at Clover Blossom, the food is described as 'quite good' and 'delicious', while at Baywinde Senior Living, meals are 'incredible'. Some reviews mention accommodating dietary restrictions, ensu ...
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Community atmosphere and sense of belonging. Feeling at home and part of a community is important to many seniors, as evidenced in reviews praising the 'warm and welcoming' environments and the 'sense of family' at various communities. Residents at Village at Willow Pond express their gratitude for the 'strong sense of community' and 'al ...
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Pittsford independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Pittsford independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Pittsford, 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 Pittsford 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 Pittsford 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
27.5%
21.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
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35.7%
No sugar
No sugar
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Vegetarian
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Pureed meals
Pureed meals
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Availability of select dining options in Pittsford 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 Pittsford communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
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37.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
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Room service
Room service
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Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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Availability of select programs and activities in Pittsford 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 Pittsford offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
44.2%
46.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
28.3%
29.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
24.2%
34.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
42.5%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
47.5%
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Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
45%
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Piano or organ
Piano or organ
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Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
35.8%
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Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
35.8%
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Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
45.8%
48.3%
Live performances
Live performances
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48.1%
Dances
Dances
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Fitness center
Fitness center
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Fitness classes
Fitness classes
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