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The cost of independent living in Westport is about $5,198 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 8 options. Read 55 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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Last Updated: 12/4/25
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Photo of The Residence at Shelburne Bay
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For the short time I have been living at The Residence at Shelburne Bay, I have had nice experiences. The staff and residents are all friendly and helpful. There are many things to do, both physically 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.
The Residence at Shelburne Bay is an independent, assisted and memory care living community nestled in the friendly southwestern Vermont town of Shelburne, VT. Situated just a short distance from the breathtaking vistas of Lake Champlain, The Residence at Shelburne Bay is located within easy...
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Mom didn't spend but one week there since she fell ill and passed away but the staff and everyone was very helpful and kind to her. The family appreciated all that they did to make her feel welcome.
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.
The Champlain Valley Senior Community offers a skilled nursing enhanced assisted living & memory care community. We are also family owned and operated which helps ensure high staffing ratios and personalized care.The Champlain Valley Senior Community's enhanced license enables our staff to...
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I cared for my mom for 6 years with dementia, all through the pandemic and beyond. After a terrible trial at a home in Georgia, I didn't ever think I would find a place that I trusted to care for her. The...
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.
Keene Valley Neighborhood House, An Assisted Living Residence nestled in the heart of the Adirondack Mountains. Surrounded by the small town charm of Keene Valley and all of its natural beauty. With many close by conveniences tucked within the village. Keene Valley Neighborhood House owns nearly...
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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: 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: 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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The Terraces is an independent living senior community. There is no assisted living or memory care support however you can arrange to have home care visit. Every building has a stair chair and each...
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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Cost of independent living in Westport, NY

The average cost of senior living in Westport is $5,198 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Underwood, NY with an average of $3,685 per month.

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

Westport, NY
$5,198/mo

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

Westport, NY
$5,198/mo
U.S. national average
$4,153/mo

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

$6,675/mo
Independent Living
$5,198/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,300/mo
Studio
$4,483/mo
1 Bedroom
$8,298/mo
2 Bedroom
$8,632/mo

Senior living costs in Westport 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: Westport, NY
Column state: New York
Column national: U.S.
Community typeWestport, NYNew YorkU.S.
Independent Living$5,198/mo$4,692/mo$4,153/mo
Assisted Living$6,534/mo$5,837/mo$4,698/mo
Memory Care$6,675/mo$5,927/mo$4,946/mo
Independent Living
Westport, NY:$5,198/mo
New York:$4,692/mo
U.S.:$4,153/mo
Assisted Living
Westport, NY:$6,534/mo
New York:$5,837/mo
U.S.:$4,698/mo
Memory Care
Westport, NY:$6,675/mo
New York:$5,927/mo
U.S.:$4,946/mo
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What families are saying about independent living in Westport

Recent reviews for independent living in Westport

The Residence at Shelburne Bay

5.0
I have been very pleased with my decision to move here! I had visited several other places but kept returning to The Residence at Shelburne Bay. Dimmer lighting, less friendly, one bedroom apt seemed smaller, lacked the colorful framed prints on the walls all over,more business like not ...
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Harbor Village in South Burlington, VT

3.6
Still waiting on current things to get fixed. Overall, I love Harbor Village. Lunch should be heavy meal and dinner should be a light meal.

South Harbor Senior Living in South Burlington, VT

5.0
The staff is very caring . My Dad feels comfortable with his care giver. He feels secure and respected. The facility is well maintained and the menu and food are well done. The staff encourage my Dad to participate in activities and this has helped him meet more of his neighbors and helped his ...
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Westport independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Westport independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Westport, 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 Westport 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 Westport partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Westport, NYNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
42.9%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
42.9%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
42.9%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
28.6%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
28.6%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Westport 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 Westport communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Westport, NYNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
28.6%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
28.6%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
28.6%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
14.3%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Westport 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 Westport offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Westport, NYNational
Activity director
Activity director
42.9%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
28.6%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
28.6%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
28.6%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
42.9%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
42.9%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
42.9%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
42.9%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
28.6%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
42.9%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
42.9%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
28.6%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
28.6%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
28.6%
46.4%
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