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The cost of independent living in Fair Bluff is about $3,922 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 16 options. Read 424 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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No complaints. They do all they can for him. It is a very clean and pleasant atmosphere. Everyone there is very friendly. The care there seems very good. My experiences with admin and staff have been good. I...
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.
Our independent living neighborhood offers seniors the perfect balance between independence and support, security and freedom, privacy and socialization.All-inclusive services include:•Private studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments with convenient kitchenettes, gracious tiled bathrooms,...
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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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1717 Floor plans available
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The staff will do everything that they can to help you. I will say it took my dad about 1 1/2 -2weeks for him to be comfortable. I would suggest that families encourage the prospective resident to get...
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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Everyone at Terra Bella has been great to work with. Very friendly and helpful. They have plenty of activities to choose from and my mom has found things to do that keep her busy and happy. She has been...
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.
Terra Bella Myrtle Beach provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment.One of the nation's most popular tourist draws, now you'll be able to call Myrtle Beach home all year round. Conveniently located in the town's center, you're in luck if you like mild weather, miles...
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An amazing place. It was a great transition place for my mother from CA in [date removed]. Started not knowing true condition mentally, or physically after my father's death, since I was in SC and was being...
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.
At Portside at Grande Dunes, we offer a variety of community features. Residents can enjoy regular off-site adventures and excursions. Cats and dogs are allowed in private quarters. Our property is conveniently located near accessible public transportation. We offer free wi-fi and high speed...
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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
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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.
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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66 Floor plans available
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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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Brightwater provided exceptional care for my mother while in both assisted living and nursing care. Sharon went above and beyond to help ensure my mother was in good care. The staff including [names removed]...
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.
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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.
Thanks to a thoughtful bequest by Dr. and Mrs. Percy Bethea and the support of South Carolina Baptists, Bethea Baptist Retirement Community opened its doors in 1960. Since then, our philosophy has remained much the same; to provide a secure, dignified environment for older persons who share the...
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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;...
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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.
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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.
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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.
Life at Scotia Village Scotia Village provides a lifestyle that allows you to stay engaged, to try new things and continue challenging yourself. The choices of activities are many, and what you choose to do is limited only by your imagination. Enjoy eating in our delectable restaurant style...
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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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My mom likes this community and is very pleased with everything. We like that they have a lot of things to keep the residents involved and active. Mom doesn't like the food, but maybe because she was a...
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.
The Carolinian offers both Independent Retirement Living and Assisted Living . We have spacious studio, one bedroom and two bedroom apartments with full kitchens that make life simple and worry free. You can truly enjoy your retirement years among friends relaxing, reading, traveling or...
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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.

Cost of independent living in Fair Bluff, NC

The average cost of senior living in Fair Bluff is $3,922 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Fairmont, NC with an average of $3,380 per month.

Independent living costs in Fair Bluff, NC, vs. nearby cities

Fair Bluff, NC
$3,922/mo
$3,814/mo

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

Fair Bluff, NC
$3,922/mo
U.S. national average
$4,167/mo

Independent living costs in Fair Bluff, NC, vs. other senior living options

$4,162/mo
Independent Living
$3,922/mo

Independent living costs in Fair Bluff, NC, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,340/mo
Studio
$4,795/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,033/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,271/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,049/mo

Senior living costs in Fair Bluff 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: Fair Bluff, NC
Column state: North Carolina
Column national: U.S.
Community typeFair Bluff, NCNorth CarolinaU.S.
Independent Living$3,922/mo$3,700/mo$4,167/mo
Assisted Living$3,698/mo$4,433/mo$4,835/mo
Memory Care$4,162/mo$5,282/mo$5,614/mo
Independent Living
Fair Bluff, NC:$3,922/mo
North Carolina:$3,700/mo
U.S.:$4,167/mo
Assisted Living
Fair Bluff, NC:$3,698/mo
North Carolina:$4,433/mo
U.S.:$4,835/mo
Memory Care
Fair Bluff, NC:$4,162/mo
North Carolina:$5,282/mo
U.S.:$5,614/mo
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Independent living costs in Fair Bluff, NC, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Fair Bluff 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.

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Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Fair Bluff, NC$4,172/mo$3,671/mo+13.6%
North Carolina$3,148/mo$3,006/mo+4.7%
National$3,004/mo$2,867/mo+4.8%
Fair Bluff, NC
2024 average cost:$4,172/mo
2023 average cost:$3,671/mo
Percent change:+13.6%
North Carolina
2024 average cost:$3,148/mo
2023 average cost:$3,006/mo
Percent change:+4.7%
National
2024 average cost:$3,004/mo
2023 average cost:$2,867/mo
Percent change:+4.8%
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What families are saying about independent living in Fair Bluff

Recent reviews for independent living in Fair Bluff

Brightwater Assisted Living in Myrtle Beach, SC

5.0
All prominent senior living communities have well-appointed housing options with a variety of health, wellness and entertainment programs. What makes Brightwater standout are its Move Coordinator and Mentoring Program. The Brightwater Move Coordinator works with you, your movers and ...
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The Carolinian in Florence, SC

4.0
Everything is going well for my mother since her move to this community. She is doing well, and I'am pleased with all they have done for us. This community is working out pretty well for us, and it is a good place with kind people.

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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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Dedicated and welcoming staff. Numerous reviews highlight the friendly and accommodating nature of the staff at various communities. For instance, at Arbor Landing at Surfside, residents and their families express appreciation for the staff members' commitment to making new residents feel welcome. At Arbor Landing at Ocean ...
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Adequate and varied activities. Residents enjoy the diverse range of activities offered by different communities, such as games, classes, and social events. At TerraBella Myrtle Beach, there is a wide selection of activities to suit various interests. The importance of ongoing engagement is emphasized at Arbor Landing at Oc ...
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Consistently clean living spaces. Residents praise the cleanliness of their living spaces and common areas at multiple communities, including The Barclay at Little River, TerraBella Myrtle Beach, and Arbor Landing at Surfside. Regular upkeep is seen as crucial to maintaining a comfortable and enjoyable environment.
Delicious and customizable meals. Meals are a significant factor in residents' overall satisfaction with their new living arrangements. At TerraBella Myrtle Beach, the chef caters to individual preferences and dietary restrictions. The quality of the food is emphasized in reviews for Arbor Landing at Ocean Isle and Arbor La ...
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Easy access to transportation. Several communities offer convenient transportation options, such as regular bus trips and assistance with scheduling appointments. This feature is highlighted in reviews for TerraBella Myrtle Beach, Arbor Landing at Ocean Isle, and Indigo at Carolina Forest.
Supportive management. Effective and responsive management is an essential aspect of a successful senior living community. At The Barclay at Little River, the management team's willingness to work with residents and their families is noted. The open communication and proactive approach is praised in reviews for Arb ...
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Fair Bluff independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Fair Bluff independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Fair Bluff, 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 Fair Bluff 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 Fair Bluff 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
25%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
37.5%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
31.3%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
18.8%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
6.3%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Fair Bluff 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 Fair Bluff communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Fair Bluff, NCNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
43.8%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
68.8%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
43.8%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
6.3%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Fair Bluff 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 Fair Bluff offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Fair Bluff, NCNational
Activity director
Activity director
68.8%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
31.3%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
50%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
68.8%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
68.8%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
68.8%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
62.5%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
43.8%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
68.8%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
68.8%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
68.8%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
50%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
62.5%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
68.8%
46.4%
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