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 Bailey, NC

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

The cost of independent living in Bailey is about $4,233 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 59 options. Read 1774 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 Rocky Mount, Wilson and Clayton.

Bailey Independent Living Facilities | 1774 Reviews

Showing 53 communities
Last Updated: 12/9/25
Sort by
Filter by
Review Score
Distance
Amenities
Providers
Photo of Community Living at Its Best
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.
Photo of Rockwood Cottage Apartments
Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
5 star
0%
4 star
0%
3 star
0%
2 star
0%
1 star
0%
See all reviews
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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.
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.
Inline cta image

Our free advisors can help

  • Compare local facilities
  • Determine care type
  • Schedule tours
  • Evaluate pricing

Cost of independent living in Bailey, NC

The average cost of senior living in Bailey is $4,233 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Spring Hope, NC with an average of $3,018 per month.

Independent living costs in Bailey, NC, vs. nearby cities

Bailey, NC
$4,217/mo
$4,128/mo
$4,502/mo

Independent living costs in Bailey, NC, vs. state and national averages

Bailey, NC
$4,217/mo
U.S. national average
$4,187/mo

Independent living costs in Bailey, NC, vs. other senior living options

$5,777/mo
Independent Living
$4,217/mo

Independent living costs in Bailey, NC, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,600/mo
Studio
$4,563/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,829/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,593/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$5,576/mo

Senior living costs in Bailey 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: Bailey, NC
Column state: North Carolina
Column national: U.S.
Community typeBailey, NCNorth CarolinaU.S.
Independent Living$4,217/mo$3,696/mo$4,187/mo
Assisted Living$4,144/mo$4,435/mo$4,779/mo
Memory Care$5,777/mo$5,287/mo$5,535/mo
Independent Living
Bailey, NC:$4,217/mo
North Carolina:$3,696/mo
U.S.:$4,187/mo
Assisted Living
Bailey, NC:$4,144/mo
North Carolina:$4,435/mo
U.S.:$4,779/mo
Memory Care
Bailey, NC:$5,777/mo
North Carolina:$5,287/mo
U.S.:$5,535/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 Bailey, NC, over time

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

Bailey, NCNC stateNational

Independent living cost trends in Bailey, NC

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Bailey 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
Bailey, NC$3,917/mo$3,622/mo+8.2%
North Carolina$3,600/mo$3,416/mo+5.4%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
Bailey, NC
2024 average cost:$3,917/mo
2023 average cost:$3,622/mo
Percent change:+8.2%
North Carolina
2024 average cost:$3,600/mo
2023 average cost:$3,416/mo
Percent change:+5.4%
National
2024 average cost:$3,261/mo
2023 average cost:$3,166/mo
Percent change:+3.0%
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 Bailey

Recent reviews for independent living in Bailey

Cypress Glen in Greenville, NC

5.0
I'd like to thank the Cypress Glen Community (staff and residents) who have made my mother's first year there so special! Relocating to her new home in Greenville (especially during a pandemic) one year ago went very well. Our family (including Mom) have been pleased with the care she's received ...
Read more

The Lodge at Wake Forest

4.3
From what I do know, he is very happy there. They did want to raise their fees this year, but they worked with him to keep it as minimal of an increase as he could handle based on his Pension and SS income. He does enjoy much of the staff and residents.

Barclay House of Tarboro

4.6
Very happy living at The Fountains at the Albemarle. All residents are very friendly at The Albemarle. Food could improve sometimes. The staff at The Fountains at The Albemarle are very friendly and courteous.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Welcoming and friendly staff and residents. Across multiple communities, such as Waltonwood Lake Boone, Gardens at Wakefield, and Atria Oakridge, reviews frequently praise the warm and welcoming atmosphere created by the friendly and caring nature of the staff and residents. For instance, at Waltonwood Lake Boone, the family of a ...
Read more
Variety of engaging activities. Residents at communities including The Cambridge at Brier Creek, Waltonwood - Cary, and Verena at Bedford Falls enjoy a full calendar of activities designed to keep them engaged and active. Activities range from pottery and painting classes to exercise classes and off-site excursions, givi ...
Read more
Thoughtfully designed living spaces. Reviews consistently mention the well-appointed and thoughtfully designed living spaces at various communities, such as Waltonwood Lake Boone, Waltonwood - Cary, and Holiday Durham Regent. These spaces feature tall ceilings, beautiful common rooms with fireplaces, and private apartments, c ...
Read more
Access to quality health care services. Residents at communities like Gardens at Wakefield, Waltonwood Lake Boone, and Verena at Bedford Falls appreciate having health care services easily accessible within their community. These services include physical therapy, home health care, and nursing staff, providing peace of mind for ...
Read more
Delicious and varied meal options. Nutritious and delicious meal options are a major factor in residents' overall satisfaction with their community, as noted in reviews for communities such as Waltonwood Lake Boone, Waltonwood - Cary, and Verena at Bedford Falls. Chefs accommodate dietary restrictions and individual prefere ...
Read more
Secure and safe living environment. Safety is a top priority for many residents and their families, as noted in reviews for communities like Independence Village of Olde Raleigh Sky Active Living, Verena at Bedford Falls, and Stoneridge. Communities offer emergency call necklaces, on-site staff, and secure facilities, provid ...
Read more
AI generated from the text of family reviews

Bailey independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Bailey independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Bailey, 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 Bailey 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 Bailey partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Bailey, NCNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
17%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
45.3%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
39.6%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
47.2%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
1.9%
10.5%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select dining options in Bailey 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 Bailey communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Bailey, NCNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
56.6%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
60.4%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
50.9%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
22.6%
17.2%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select programs and activities in Bailey 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 Bailey offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Bailey, NCNational
Activity director
Activity director
60.4%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
45.3%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
50.9%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
56.6%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
62.3%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
66%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
54.7%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
52.8%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
60.4%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
64.2%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
64.2%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
50.9%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
60.4%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
64.2%
46.4%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
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