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The cost of independent living in Garner is about $4,202 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 68 options. Read 1830 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 Rolling Ridge
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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
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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.
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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
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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
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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 support you need, with the independence you want.Brand new Coventry House Inn of Oxford takes advantage of what the nearby community has to offer and provides a beautiful, safe, and enjoyable place for all residents to get the most out of each day. Quality retirement living has never been so...
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I have been living at Whitmore for 7+ months. I am using as much of my furniture as I could make room for. All the staff are very happy & pleasant. Each is eager to help with your needs. We have cooks for...
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.
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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.
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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.
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
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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.
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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.
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Cost of independent living in Garner, NC

The average cost of senior living in Garner is $4,202 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Knightdale, NC with an average of $4,207 per month.

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

Garner, NC
$4,202/mo
$4,574/mo

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

Garner, NC
$4,202/mo
U.S. national average
$4,167/mo

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

$6,179/mo
Independent Living
$4,202/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,600/mo
Studio
$4,370/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,687/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,495/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$5,576/mo

Senior living costs in Garner 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: Garner, NC
Column state: North Carolina
Column national: U.S.
Community typeGarner, NCNorth CarolinaU.S.
Independent Living$4,202/mo$3,700/mo$4,167/mo
Assisted Living$5,231/mo$4,433/mo$4,835/mo
Memory Care$6,179/mo$5,282/mo$5,614/mo
Independent Living
Garner, NC:$4,202/mo
North Carolina:$3,700/mo
U.S.:$4,167/mo
Assisted Living
Garner, NC:$5,231/mo
North Carolina:$4,433/mo
U.S.:$4,835/mo
Memory Care
Garner, NC:$6,179/mo
North Carolina:$5,282/mo
U.S.:$5,614/mo
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Independent living costs in Garner, NC, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Garner 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
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Garner, NC$3,889/mo$3,588/mo+8.4%
North Carolina$3,600/mo$3,416/mo+5.4%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
Garner, NC
2024 average cost:$3,889/mo
2023 average cost:$3,588/mo
Percent change:+8.4%
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 Garner

Recent reviews for independent living in Garner

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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Parkwood Village and The Landing in Wilson, NC

4.4
From the initial visit to move in, everyone has been genuinely nice and friendly. Everyone is and was very welcoming. The landing is a great place to live. The location is a plus. The only downside in my opinion is that every year the rent goes up, which i don’t like because most people who live ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Welcoming and friendly staff. Many reviews praise the friendly and welcoming nature of the staff at their community. At Waltonwood Lake Boone, the residents mention the staff's long-term friendships with residents and family members, while at Atria Oakridge, the staff's goal is to create a good atmosphere and go above an ...
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Engaging activities for residents. Activities are another key feature mentioned in many reviews, with families praising the wide range of offerings at various communities. For example, at Atria Oakridge, residents enjoy a robust selection of on-site activities and outings. At Holiday Durham Regent, residents take advantage of ...
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Clean and well-maintained living spaces. Reviews consistently mention cleanliness and upkeep as a priority, whether it's for the private rooms or group areas. Residents of Stoneridge appreciate the weekly cleaning included in their living arrangements, while those at Gardens at Wakefield enjoy the beautifully maintained gardens and ...
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Supportive and caring community atmosphere. Many residents express appreciation for the sense of community and support they have found at their respective communities. At Independence Village of Olde Raleigh Sky Active Living, the staff looks out for residents and the community feels like a family. At Verena at Bedford Falls, resident ...
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Thoughtfully designed apartments. Reviews praise the thoughtful design of the apartments, with many mentioning the convenience of having a full kitchen or a private balcony. At The Willows at Raleigh, the apartments are described as having a decent size and being easy to locate for residents. At Gardens at Wakefield, apartme ...
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Access to essential services and amenities. Communities offer essential services and amenities, including transportation, nursing staff, and worship services, to ensure residents' comfort and convenience. At Independence Village of Olde Raleigh Sky Active Living, the community offers a shuttle service, while at Gardens at Wakefield, r ...
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Garner independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Garner independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Garner, 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 Garner 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 Garner 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
11.7%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
41.7%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
33.3%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
45%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
1.7%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Garner 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 Garner communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
48.3%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
58.3%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
45%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
18.3%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Garner 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 Garner offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
56.7%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
40%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
46.7%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
58.3%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
60%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
63.3%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
53.3%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
48.3%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
55%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
60%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
61.7%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
48.3%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
55%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
58.3%
46.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Brier Pointe Retirement Community, Atria Cary and Atria Oakridge are the top-rated independent living facilities near Garner, North Carolina. See full list of communities.
There are 68 independent living facilities near Garner, North Carolina. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Garner, North Carolina are Atria Oakridge, Gardens at Wakefield and Waltonwood Lake Boone. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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