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The cost of independent living in Smithtown is about $6,446 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 33 options. Read 1126 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 Rodden Villa Home for Adults
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.
Photo of Hidden Gem Home for Adults
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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I have lived here for about 20 years (basically since the complex opened) and I have never experienced better service. The landscape has looked absolutely incredible, the people that live here are extremely...
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.
An active adult rental community located on the north shore of western suffolk county. Located near the Smithhaven Mall and Stonybrook University Hospital.The Waterfalls is a community consisting of 320 1 and 2 bedroom garden apartments. Residents enjoy an active clubhouse complete with formal...
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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 Bove Health Center at Jefferson’s Ferry, a not-for-profit community sponsored by the Mather/St. Charles Health Alliance, offers the highest level of independence possible for residents needing daily assistance. The 60 private enriched housing apartments are available for both short and...
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.
A non-profit Continuing Care Retirement Community, Jefferson’s Ferry’s residents fully enjoy retirement without worrying about market swings, future health care needs, chores or maintenance. Sponsored by the Mather/St. Charles Health Alliance, Jefferson’s Ferry boasts three levels of living: 248...
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Best management, the owner greeted me and my husband and explained the level of care. after meeting the owner and she took us for the tour or the place we know we were in the right place . The good news...
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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Cost of independent living in Smithtown, NY

The average cost of senior living in Smithtown is $6,446 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Patchogue, NY with an average of $5,684 per month.

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

Smithtown, NY
$6,446/mo

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

Smithtown, NY
$6,446/mo
U.S. national average
$4,203/mo

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

$6,631/mo
Independent Living
$6,446/mo

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

Semi-Private
$5,738/mo
Studio
$6,517/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,649/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,816/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,500/mo

Senior living costs in Smithtown 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: Smithtown, NY
Column state: New York
Column national: U.S.
Community typeSmithtown, NYNew YorkU.S.
Independent Living$6,446/mo$4,692/mo$4,203/mo
Assisted Living$6,420/mo$5,837/mo$4,740/mo
Memory Care$6,631/mo$5,927/mo$5,004/mo
Independent Living
Smithtown, NY:$6,446/mo
New York:$4,692/mo
U.S.:$4,203/mo
Assisted Living
Smithtown, NY:$6,420/mo
New York:$5,837/mo
U.S.:$4,740/mo
Memory Care
Smithtown, NY:$6,631/mo
New York:$5,927/mo
U.S.:$5,004/mo
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Independent living costs in Smithtown, NY, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Smithtown 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
Smithtown, NY$4,441/mo$4,866/mo-8.7%
New York$3,729/mo$3,606/mo+3.4%
National$3,246/mo$3,151/mo+3.0%
Smithtown, NY
2024 average cost:$4,441/mo
2023 average cost:$4,866/mo
Percent change:-8.7%
New York
2024 average cost:$3,729/mo
2023 average cost:$3,606/mo
Percent change:+3.4%
National
2024 average cost:$3,246/mo
2023 average cost:$3,151/mo
Percent change:+3.0%
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What families are saying about independent living in Smithtown

Recent reviews for independent living in Smithtown

The Bristal at East Northport

4.5
The staff at the East Northport Bristal is always kind. They always have a smile on their faces and are genuinely sweet and loving to my mom. The facility is ALWAYS spotless and beautiful to live in or visit. The only area I see occasional improvement for is the food. It is not always hot and ...
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The Bristal at East Meadow

5.0
I have toured many assisted living before deciding to place my family member here. I am so pleased with the decision! You can tell the management truly cares about us and it stems off into all the other workers. [Name removed] went above and beyond to make sure we were comfortable and I would ...
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The Bristal at Massapequa

5.0
the community is very good. They have great communication, and the community is very safe. there is nothing that I don't like in this community. I would recommend this community to others

Smithtown independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Smithtown independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Smithtown, 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 Smithtown 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 Smithtown 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
29%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
51.6%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
51.6%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
38.7%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
19.4%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Smithtown 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 Smithtown communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Smithtown, NYNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
45.2%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
51.6%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
29%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
19.4%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Smithtown 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 Smithtown offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
48.4%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
45.2%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
41.9%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
51.6%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
51.6%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
61.3%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
51.6%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
51.6%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
48.4%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
54.8%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
51.6%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
45.2%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
29%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
54.8%
46.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Whisper Woods of Smithtown, Sunrise of Smithtown and Amber Court of Smithtown are the top-rated independent living facilities near Smithtown, New York. See full list of communities.
There are 33 independent living facilities near Smithtown, New York. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Smithtown, New York are 3030 Park, a CCRC, Atria Hertlin Place and Atria Plainview. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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