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The cost of independent living in Fairntosh is about $4,419 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 10 options. Read 331 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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My husband and I have lived here for almost three years. We had lived at two other local senior living places and feel that this is the best. Having live in managers makes a big difference. The staff and...
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.
Brier Pointe, the luxurious Resort Lifestyle Community, is currently under construction on McCrimmon Parkway in Morrisville. We look forward to opening brand new during the Summer of 2022! Brier Pointe will offer all of the comforts and conveniences of modern-day living that allow you to enjoy...
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1212 Floor plans available
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So far my parents have only been there a week, so I'm trying to not make too quick of a judgment; however, we have been less than impressed with the administrative staff contact and follow up, and the...
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 Gardens at Wakefield provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment.The Gardens at Wakefield is located in Raleigh, NC, the capital and second largest city in the state. The community is conveniently located in the northeast corner of Raleigh with close proximity to...
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66 Floor plans available
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5 for all! It's been fantastic for my parent. The best part is the very professional staff in the office and at the front desk. The place is always clean, without weird odors and excuses. It's simply well...
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.
Atria Oakridge offers residents a lively social atmosphere while taking care of the housekeeping, cooking, and even transportation. Whether escaping with a good book on our patio or cheering on your favorite team in our sports lounge, your time is truly yours. We offer educational and cultural...
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22 Floor plans available
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Front desk staff were kind and helpful. [name removed] of Legacy at Bartlett Reserve therapy services was very supportive. Overall the staff were empathetic and patient.
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.
Bartlett Reserve is an independent living community located in Durham, NC, in the heart of the Triangle area near Research Triangle Park. The team at Bartlett Reserve sought to create an entirely new independent senior living concept, blending the needs of today’s seniors with 4-star level...
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The people here are very friendly and helpful in brining in a new resident with my cat. Maintenance team very responsive. Large daily menu options in a lovely dining room. Many daily activities. You can be...
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.
Atria Southpoint Walk encourages active older adults to spend their time as they wish, knowing everything from housekeeping to cooking and even transportation is handled for them. Our convenient location a short distance from shopping, restaurants, universities and parks, combined with a robust...
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Holiday is very clean. Located in a very quiet and beautiful neighborhood. Easy access to stores. The staff is very helpful. I love my studio apartment. The apartment has a small patio so I can open the...
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.
Durham Regent provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment. Tucked away in a quiet corner of Durham Chapel Hill, you'll love the vibrant community steeped in rich academia and a proud sports tradition with Duke University and the University of North Carolina both...
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1) They need a better selection of meals. 2) They should consider increasing their drive radius to 15 miles. Everything around here is very spread out.
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.
Escape the bustle of the city, and retreat to the tranquility of Solista Durham by Cogir.This craftsman-style community is located on a 150-acre nature preserve, which is filled with quiet ponds and weaving hiking trails. So whether you like to stay active and explore or simply prefer to soak in...
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My mother has lived there for over a year now. Eno Pointe is a no-frills facility that is very reasonably priced. That said, the place is always clean, the staff are friendly and the grounds are kept up...
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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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
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: 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.
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My father thought they did a wonderful job here. He raved about the food here. The therapy was very good. He said that they had him doing things he didn't know he could do.
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, Independent Living, Residential Care Home
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.
Care Homes: Residential 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.

Cost of independent living in Fairntosh, NC

The average cost of senior living in Fairntosh is $4,419 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Oxford, NC with an average of $2,563 per month.

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

Fairntosh, NC
$4,419/mo
$4,055/mo
$4,511/mo

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

Fairntosh, NC
$4,419/mo
U.S. national average
$4,184/mo

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

$6,355/mo
Independent Living
$4,419/mo

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

Studio
$4,471/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,988/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,719/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$5,135/mo

Senior living costs in Fairntosh 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: Fairntosh, NC
Column state: North Carolina
Column national: U.S.
Community typeFairntosh, NCNorth CarolinaU.S.
Independent Living$4,419/mo$3,700/mo$4,184/mo
Assisted Living$5,676/mo$4,435/mo$4,779/mo
Memory Care$6,355/mo$5,287/mo$5,535/mo
Independent Living
Fairntosh, NC:$4,419/mo
North Carolina:$3,700/mo
U.S.:$4,184/mo
Assisted Living
Fairntosh, NC:$5,676/mo
North Carolina:$4,435/mo
U.S.:$4,779/mo
Memory Care
Fairntosh, NC:$6,355/mo
North Carolina:$5,287/mo
U.S.:$5,535/mo
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Independent living costs in Fairntosh, NC, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Fairntosh 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
Fairntosh, NC$3,233/mo$3,025/mo+6.9%
North Carolina$3,600/mo$3,416/mo+5.4%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
Fairntosh, NC
2024 average cost:$3,233/mo
2023 average cost:$3,025/mo
Percent change:+6.9%
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 Fairntosh

Recent reviews for independent living in Fairntosh

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.

Waltonwood - Cary

5.0
The staff was very easy to work with, very sensitive to our needs and very helpful with all the things I may not realize I would need. Communication was excellent and my texts and calls during the process were always answered promptly. It was a difficult move at the time, but now my parents are ...
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Magnolia Glen in Raleigh, NC

5.0
My family and I have been very pleased with the care our mother and brother got at MG. Our mother was in independent living and our brother was in assisted living. They would both still be there had it not been for the decline of my mother’s cognitive decline. We had to move her to a facility ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Warm and welcoming community atmosphere. Many reviews mention the friendly and inviting atmosphere at the communities, with staff and residents alike making newcomers feel at home. At Gardens at Wakefield, residents have praised the kindness and caring nature of the staff, while at Holiday Durham Regent, visitors were impressed by ...
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High-quality meals and dining experiences. Throughout the reviews, the quality of the meals and dining experiences were a standout feature. At Gardens at Wakefield, residents enjoy a variety of delicious meal options and can easily arrange for meals to be brought to their apartments. At Bartlett Reserve, the food is described as exce ...
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Accessible and accommodating staff. Reviews consistently mention the accommodating nature of the staff at the communities, making adjustments to meet the unique needs of residents. At Holiday Durham Regent, the staff have been described as helpful and responsive, while at Atria Southpoint Walk, the staff have gone above and be ...
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Engaging and diverse activities. Activities play a significant role in residents' overall satisfaction with their communities. At Gardens at Wakefield, there are a variety of activities to choose from, including Bible study, exercise classes, and card games. At Holiday Durham Regent, residents enjoy engaging in social event ...
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Clean and well-maintained facilities. The cleanliness and upkeep of the communities are frequently mentioned as a major factor in residents' satisfaction. At Gardens at Wakefield, the facilities are described as beautiful and well-maintained, while at Bartlett Reserve, the renovated common areas and the cleanliness of the apartm ...
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Supportive and communicative staff. Clear and effective communication between staff and families is crucial for ensuring that care needs are being met. At Gardens at Wakefield, the community director sets regular meetings with senior residents and their loved ones, both in person and virtually. At Holiday Durham Regent, the st ...
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Fairntosh independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Fairntosh independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Fairntosh, 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 Fairntosh 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 Fairntosh partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
33.3%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
22.2%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
55.6%
33.6%
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Availability of select dining options in Fairntosh 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 Fairntosh communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
44.4%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
44.4%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
33.3%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
11.1%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Fairntosh 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 Fairntosh offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
44.4%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
33.3%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
33.3%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
55.6%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
33.3%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
44.4%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
33.3%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
22.2%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
44.4%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
44.4%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
44.4%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
33.3%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
44.4%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
44.4%
46.4%
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Brier Pointe Retirement Community, Gardens at Wakefield and Atria Oakridge are the top-rated independent living facilities near Fairntosh, North Carolina. See full list of communities.
There are 10 independent living facilities near Fairntosh, North Carolina. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Fairntosh, North Carolina are Gardens at Wakefield, Atria Oakridge and Waltonwood Lake Boone. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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