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The cost of independent living in Iron Station is about $3,916 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 6 options. Read 84 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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Last Updated: 12/20/24
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Photo of Arbor Ridge at Huntersville
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9.4
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21 reviews
9.4
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21 reviews
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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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Photo of Carolina Care Retirement Community
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8.5
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3 reviews
8.5
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My Mom loves the place including the food. The services are great and everyone is so nice. The bathroom are excellent and easy for her to use. The landscaping is always nicely groomed. The rooms are all made...
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.
A Charming Place….Carolina Care Retirement Cottages is located in Cherryville, NC: a small town full of warm hospitality about 40 miles outside of Charlotte, NC city limits. We provide an active, independent, fulfilling home life without the worry of maintenance/repairs, or cooking, through the...
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They tend to get friendly and helpful staff. Mom enjoys the interaction. Some food is good and some not so good. Consistency of food quality would be nice.
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.
Located just west of downtown Mooresville, TerraBella Lake Norman is a vibrant community designed to help older people enjoy the benefits of an active lifestyle – and experience greater well-being.This inviting residence offers a selection of studio, one- and two-bedroom apartments, most with a...
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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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I have lived at Williams Place Gracious Retirement Living for exactly a year and absolutely love it. The food is excellent; our apartments are cleaned and linens changed weekly; and there's fun things to...
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 Iron Station, NC

The average cost of senior living in Iron Station is $3,916 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Conover, NC with an average of $3,253 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Iron Station, NC vs. nearby cities

Iron Station, NC
$3,916/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Iron Station, NC vs. the state and national average

Iron Station, NC
$3,916/mo
U.S. national average
$4,065/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Iron Station vs. other types of senior living

$4,930/mo
Independent Living
$3,916/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Iron Station, NC by room type

Semi-Private
$6,438/mo
Studio
$5,777/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,062/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,238/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$2,756/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Iron Station over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Iron Station

Recent reviews for independent living in Iron Station

Solista Hickory by Cogir

5.0
clean, feels like home, moving to NC and happy to find nice community good variety in dining room menu active life activities

Terrabella Lake Norman in Mooresville, NC

3.8
They tend to get friendly and helpful staff. Mom enjoys the interaction. Some food is good and some not so good. Consistency of food quality would be nice.

Shads Landing in Charlotte, NC

4.6
My Mom is bed bound & under hospice care (since she arrived) so she does not take part in the activities but I see all the activities when I visit her. She does eat the food there - and I have eaten several meals there too. It has been fabulous for my Mom to stay there & have the Better at ...
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Iron Station independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Iron Station independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Iron Station, 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 Iron Station 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 Iron Station 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
20%
20.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
20%
33.5%
No sugar
No sugar
40%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
40%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
20%
8.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Iron Station 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 Iron Station communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
40%
35.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
40%
42.7%
Room service
Room service
40%
36.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
20%
17%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Iron Station 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 Iron Station offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
60%
44.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
40%
27.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
40%
32.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
40%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
60%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
60%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
40%
42.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
40%
37.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
40%
40.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
40%
46.5%
Live performances
Live performances
60%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
40%
31.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
20%
39.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
40%
45.7%
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Solista Hickory by Cogir, Arbor Ridge at Huntersville and Shads Landing are the top-rated independent living facilities near Iron Station, North Carolina. See full list of communities.

There are 6 independent living facilities near Iron Station, North Carolina. See the full list.

The best independent living facility near you in Iron Station, North Carolina is Solista Hickory by Cogir. This independent living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.

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