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The cost of independent living in Elkton is about $4,058 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 18 options. Read 532 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 Arbor Landing at Ocean Isle
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9.9
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51 reviews
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A beautiful, clean, and safe place with quality caring staff that offers multiple levels of assisted living options. I would definitely recommend.
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.
Person Centered. Service Focused. Passion Driven. Arbor Landing at Ocean Isle is an exceptional new option for Senior Living in southeastern North Carolina. Arbor Landing offers residents Retirement Living with Assisted Services. A unique alternative for seniors, the community combines just the...
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Photo of Solista Wilmington by Cogir
2828 Photos available
4242 Floor plans available
Pricing promotion expiring soon
9.7
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87 reviews
9.7
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87 reviews
5 star
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They should get their loved one evaluated to learn if they are good for Active Senior Living or for Assisted Living. Solista is better for Active Living even with aides.
Provides: Independent Living
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.
The unique exteriors are almost as stunning as the exquisite and tasteful interiors of Solista Wilmington by Cogir. Solista Wilmington by Cogir is a community that provides residents with a low-stress environment, daily entertainment, and supportive independent living services. This pet-friendly...
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Photo of Arbor Landing at Compass Pointe
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9.6
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23 reviews
9.6
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They are nice apartments. They have friendly, caring staff. There are many activities. There are decent meals - good variety of alternatives to chef's selection. They are pet friendly.
Provides: Independent Living
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.
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Photo of Cambridge Village of Wilmington
88 Photos available
1616 Floor plans available
9.5
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52 reviews
9.5
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52 reviews
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Cambridge Village is a wonderful place with caring, friendly people and staff that is truly phenomenal. When we don't want to deal with maintaining our house, we plan to sell and live at Cambridge Village.
Provides: Independent Living
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.
Cambridge Village of Wilmington Optimal Living® for active adults 55+Every day at Cambridge Village brings a new experience in Optimal Living® – our all-encompassing philosophy that combines professional support, concierge healthcare and social enrichment programs to maximize every resident’s...
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Photo of River Park Senior Living
99 Photos available
88 Floor plans available
9.2
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17 reviews
9.2
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Family lives in the area, only three miles from where I am now living. I love the area and like being close to the beach. , I would recommend River Park to my friends. The staff at River Park are the best.
Provides: Independent Living
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.
Located on the coast of South Carolina in the heart of the North Grand Strand, River Park Senior Living is a newly-built, non-profit, conveniently located continuing care community, close to dining, shopping, entertainment and medical facilities. River Park is situated on more than 20 acres of...
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Photo of The Barclay at Little River
2121 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
9.1
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40 reviews
9.1
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40 reviews
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The facility administration was friendly and helpful when problems arose. Once Mom established some friends, her experience was enhanced. Plenty of activities and social hours to bring people together.
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.
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Photo of The Woods at Holly Tree
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9.0
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209 reviews
9.0
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209 reviews
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The staff was friendly. They kept me and my husband up to date. The facility was clean and the food was good. Yes, we would recommend this community to other families.
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 Woods at Holly Tree provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment. Located in a quiet suburb of the bustling town of Wilmington, you'll love coming home to a calm and friendly environment in the heart of it all. We're close to excellent shopping and first-class...
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Photo of Heritage Place
88 Photos available
77 Floor plans available
8.9
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46 reviews
8.9
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Heritage place is a great place for Mom. The rooms are clean, the hallways are roomy and wide, the staff are friendly and accommodating. The food needs to have more variety, but it is nutritious.
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.
Around here, we say that Heritage Place is Full of Life. It’s true. Keeping our Resident engaged, socially, physically and spiritually makes all the difference. It’s why the people who live and who work here seem to have a special SPARK every day. Programming and events range from lectures and...
Photo of Wesley Pines
1212 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
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.
Wesley Pines is managed by Life Care Services®, An LCS® Company. Life Care Services ranked highest in customer satisfaction in the J.D. Power 2019 Senior Living Study and achieved the highest score in all seven study factors: resident services and activities; community staff; food and beverage;...
Photo of Lumberton Assisted Living
Provides: Independent Living
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.
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Provides: Independent Living
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.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
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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The Carolina's get 5's across the board, we could not ask for any place that, I would move here now if I could. It is independent living but they offer three meals Monday-Friday and on Sunday's you get the...
Provides: Independent Living
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.
Photo of Edwards Place
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.
Photo of Brightmore of Wilmington
Provides: Independent Living
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.
Welcome To An Exceptional Retirement Destination!When selecting a retirement destination, one of the most important considerations is location. Brightmore of Wilmington is especially appealing to residents who appreciate the beauty,tradition and charm of one of America's oldest cities, as well as...
Photo of Carolina Bay at Autumn Hall
Provides: Independent Living
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.
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We have lived here for 5+ years and believe they are some of the best years in our our 60 years of marriage. Our food service brought to our apt. door each day is varied and delicious. During this pandemic...
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.

Cost of independent living in Elkton, NC

The average cost of senior living in Elkton is $4,058 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Fairmont, NC with an average of $3,380 per month.

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

Elkton, NC
$4,058/mo
$4,010/mo

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

Elkton, NC
$4,058/mo
U.S. national average
$4,167/mo

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

$4,580/mo
Independent Living
$4,058/mo

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

Semi-Private
$5,663/mo
Studio
$4,645/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,907/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,953/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,374/mo

Senior living costs in Elkton 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: Elkton, NC
Column state: North Carolina
Column national: U.S.
Community typeElkton, NCNorth CarolinaU.S.
Independent Living$4,058/mo$3,700/mo$4,167/mo
Assisted Living$3,716/mo$4,433/mo$4,770/mo
Memory Care$4,580/mo$5,282/mo$5,523/mo
Independent Living
Elkton, NC:$4,058/mo
North Carolina:$3,700/mo
U.S.:$4,167/mo
Assisted Living
Elkton, NC:$3,716/mo
North Carolina:$4,433/mo
U.S.:$4,770/mo
Memory Care
Elkton, NC:$4,580/mo
North Carolina:$5,282/mo
U.S.:$5,523/mo
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Independent living costs in Elkton, NC, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Elkton 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
Elkton, NC$3,683/mo$3,412/mo+7.9%
North Carolina$3,600/mo$3,416/mo+5.4%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
Elkton, NC
2024 average cost:$3,683/mo
2023 average cost:$3,412/mo
Percent change:+7.9%
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%
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What families are saying about independent living in Elkton

Recent reviews for independent living in Elkton

Porters Neck Village in Wilmington, NC

4.7
We are thrilled with how well we are being taken care of during these difficult times! We are fed door to door, brought groceries we have ordered and prescriptions door to door, given daily fun tasks and exercises on our closed circuit TV and shown daily happy faces by our attending associates. ...
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Arbor Landing at Ocean Isle in Shallotte, NC

5.0
Moving mom to an independent living apartment was of course very stressful. Chosing the right facility and getting buy-in from mom, who had a 3 bedroom 2 bath house by herself was sometimes tenuous. A place for mom helped to make the right facility choice. The fact that momcould take her ...
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The Woods at Holly Tree in Wilmington, NC

5.0
We would give a 5 on all of these. My parents love the community, the staff, and the other residents. The dining staff and chef are friendly and accommodating. The chef seems to hold a "ask and you shall receive" mentality to his menus and receives feedback well even if it's a bit critical (as ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Beautiful and well-maintained grounds. Several reviews mention the lovely outdoor spaces at their communities, with walking paths, gardens, and scenic views. At Arbor Landing at Ocean Isle, residents appreciate the lake and the quiet, peaceful atmosphere. At Heritage Place, families praise the cleanliness and friendliness of the ...
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Loving and caring staff. Reviews consistently highlight the compassionate and attentive nature of community staff across multiple communities. At Arbor Landing at Compass Pointe, the director and her team are described as warm, helpful, and always ready to listen and address concerns. At River Park Senior Living, th ...
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Variety of activities and social opportunities. Activities and socialization are important aspects of senior living, and many residents express their satisfaction with the range of offerings at their communities. At Solista Wilmington by Cogir, residents enjoy activities, crafts, and exercise classes, while at Arbor Landing at Ocean Isle, ...
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Welcoming and inclusive community atmosphere. Residents and their families often comment on the friendly and welcoming atmosphere of their communities, which helps create a sense of belonging. At Arbor Landing at Compass Pointe, the staff and residents have become like a second family for many seniors, while at The Woods at Holly Tree, ...
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Clean and well-maintained living spaces. Cleanliness is a priority for many seniors, and numerous reviews highlight the upkeep of living spaces at their communities. At Cambridge Village of Wilmington, the apartments are described as spacious and immaculate, while at The Barclay at Little River, the common areas are praised for the ...
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Access to on-site health care services. Health and wellness are essential for seniors, and having access to health care services within their communities is a crucial factor in their decision-making process. At The Barclay at Little River, PT and OT are available on-site, while at Solista Wilmington by Cogir, the availability of t ...
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Elkton independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Elkton independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Elkton, 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 Elkton 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 Elkton 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
5.9%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
5.9%
34.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
5.9%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
5.9%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Elkton 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 Elkton communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
23.5%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
41.2%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
29.4%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
5.9%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Elkton 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 Elkton offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
47.1%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
17.6%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
41.2%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
58.8%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
41.2%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
58.8%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
41.2%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
23.5%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
35.3%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
41.2%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
41.2%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
35.3%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
47.1%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
41.2%
46.4%
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