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10 Best Independent Living Communities in South Cambridge, NY

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The cost of independent living in South Cambridge is about $3,578 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 48 options. Read 243 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: 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.
Waterside is an affordable, newly constructed apartment community for independent seniors aged 50+.  Located on the banks of the Mohawk River, Waterside is situated in a peaceful setting with a spectacular view of the river, surrounding nature areas and a golf course. ...
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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: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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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.
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: 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.
Troy Adult Home is an assisted living community that benefits from being nestled among the natural beauty of Troy, NY. The forest of trees that surrounds our facility give off a cascade of color during the fall, and the wide open spaces on our grounds give residents plenty of places to enjoy the...
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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, Senior Apartments
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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.
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: 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: 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.
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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: 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.
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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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My mom has been at Canterbury House for two years and enjoys it very much. As with any congregate living situation, family type "issues" arise. But the home is safe, clean, and caring. The staff welcomes...
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.
CANTERBURY HOUSE '...a retirement home for independent seniors...'   Canterbury House is a not-for-profit corporation that maintains an affordable senior residence for persons, 55 and above, who need companionship and safety but are not ready for a nursing home. Residents may stay for long...
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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.
ENJOY LIFE … with less responsibility in Saratoga County! Carlton Hollow Apartments, a 55+ active adult community, combines upscale apartment living with amenities and programs that offer fun, wellness, and fitness year-round. At Carlton, our community offers plenty of opportunities for wellness...
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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.
MeadowView at Clifton Park is a beautiful senior housing community located in Rexford, New York in Saratoga County. As a modern building with impeccable landscaping and ample outdoor patio space and walking trails, residents will love calling our location home. Even better, we're only a few...

Cost of independent living in South Cambridge, NY

The average cost of senior living in South Cambridge is $3,578 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Hudson Falls, NY with an average of $3,453 per month.

Independent living costs in South Cambridge, NY, vs. nearby cities

South Cambridge, NY
$3,578/mo

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

South Cambridge, NY
$3,578/mo
U.S. national average
$4,203/mo

Independent living costs in South Cambridge, NY, vs. other senior living options

$5,285/mo
Independent Living
$3,578/mo

Independent living costs in South Cambridge, NY, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,458/mo
Studio
$4,748/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,594/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,186/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$5,805/mo

Senior living costs in South Cambridge 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: South Cambridge, NY
Column state: New York
Column national: U.S.
Community typeSouth Cambridge, NYNew YorkU.S.
Independent Living$3,578/mo$4,692/mo$4,203/mo
Assisted Living$5,260/mo$5,837/mo$4,740/mo
Memory Care$5,285/mo$5,927/mo$5,004/mo
Independent Living
South Cambridge, NY:$3,578/mo
New York:$4,692/mo
U.S.:$4,203/mo
Assisted Living
South Cambridge, NY:$5,260/mo
New York:$5,837/mo
U.S.:$4,740/mo
Memory Care
South Cambridge, NY:$5,285/mo
New York:$5,927/mo
U.S.:$5,004/mo
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Independent living costs in South Cambridge, NY, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in South Cambridge 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
South Cambridge, NY$2,678/mo$2,635/mo+1.6%
New York$3,753/mo$3,658/mo+2.6%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
South Cambridge, NY
2024 average cost:$2,678/mo
2023 average cost:$2,635/mo
Percent change:+1.6%
New York
2024 average cost:$3,753/mo
2023 average cost:$3,658/mo
Percent change:+2.6%
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2024 average cost:$3,261/mo
2023 average cost:$3,166/mo
Percent change:+3.0%
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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 South Cambridge

Recent reviews for independent living in South Cambridge

Glen Eddy in Niskayuna, NY

5.0
Glen Eddy is a great place to live. The staff is caring and the residents are friendly. There are plenty of activities and entertainment. If you are looking for quality senior living, Glen Eddy is the place for you.

Beechwood at Eddy Memorial in Troy, NY

4.8
I have been a Resident of Beechwood for over six years, but at this time of pandemic and destructive weather events I especially appreciate the "peace of mind" it allows me. Not having to worry about handling details of a healthy and safe environment is a blessing.

The Mansion at South Union in Cambridge, NY

5.0
I could not find anyplace that would take both my patents who need daily care. I met with Elizabeth who was just wonderful. We managed to work out finances that worked for us. The staff is wonderful. The building is dated and they are working on that but it is immaculate and a very homelike ...
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South Cambridge independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in South Cambridge independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in South Cambridge, 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 South Cambridge 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 South Cambridge 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
14%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
20.9%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
16.3%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
11.6%
33.6%
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Availability of select dining options in South Cambridge 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 South Cambridge communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
16.3%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
20.9%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
7%
37%
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Availability of select programs and activities in South Cambridge 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 South Cambridge offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
20.9%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
16.3%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
18.6%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
27.9%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
30.2%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
32.6%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
20.9%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
16.3%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
25.6%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
25.6%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
27.9%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
16.3%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
18.6%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
25.6%
46.4%
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Summit at Halfmoon, Millview of Latham and Summit at Saratoga are the top-rated independent living facilities near South Cambridge, New York. See full list of communities.
There are 48 independent living facilities near South Cambridge, New York. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in South Cambridge, New York are Ingersoll Place and Provincial Glenville. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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