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The cost of independent living in Julian is about $4,386 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 17 options. Read 421 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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It's a beautiful facility! Lots of fun activities, full of friendly people, and the staff is amazing. I've been here for 6 months and would highly recommend to anyone looking to live in a retirement...
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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My dad recently moved into Home Place and we have been quite pleased. He seems happy, has learned the routine, talks about being well fed and enjoying the food. What we appreciate is that the women manning...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
Homeplace of Burlington is centrally located between Raleigh and Winston-Salem in Burlington, North Carolina. Our community is two miles north of I-85/40 close to downtown, shopping and 3.5 miles from Alamance Regional Medical Center. Upon entering our community our comfortable interior,...
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The friendliness of the staff is terrific. Everyone we have encountered has been wonderful. The facility, while older, is very nice and well kept. The negatives are that the management has been like a...
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.
We believe that Carolina Estates is so much more than walls and windows - it's a place to enjoy home-cooked meals, game night, or a quiet evening with family and friends. It's where you always feel comfortable, safe, and secure.At Carolina Estates, our management teams live on-site, and are...
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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.
Three decades of experience means senior living that you can depend on. Heritage Greens offers a thoughtfully arranged, relationship-rich campus that includes a full continuum of senior lifestyle options from Independent Living apartment homes to Assisted Living and Memory Care. Pathways meander...
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All are easy to work with. [name removed]is the best manager I have ever come in contact with. She is excellent in all areas I can think of. She is smart, kind, considerate, thoughtful, generous and will...
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.
Cedar Ridge provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment. Situated in a quiet, beautiful wooded area in the outskirts of Burlington, you'll love the elegant grace of our facilities and the convenience of being close to all life's necessities. We're just minutes from...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
Welcome to Harmony at GreensboroIndependent Living | Assisted Living | Secured Assisted LivingIn our continued effort to meet the demand of seniors in Greensboro, North Carolina, we are offering Virtual Tours, an enhanced screening procedure for new residents, along with the security,...
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My dad loves fellowshipping with community members and the food. Yes, I would recommend Solista High Point by Cogir to other families based on the experience so far.
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.
Settled on scenic grounds — just a few miles from Oak Hollow Lake — Solista High Point by Cogir. This charming, craftsman-style North Carolina community features rocking chairs tucked beneath the shady front porch and a picturesque courtyard complete with walking paths and raised garden beds. At...
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I rate all seven categories a 5 for Abbotswood At Irving Park community. They have genuinely caring staff, quality activities. It is costly but worth it to me. Based on the experience we have had so far,...
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.
The peaceful atmosphere with exquisite gardens and mature landscaping is ideal to enjoy your favorite pastime, such as reading a book under a shade tree, relaxing in the courtyard or enjoying an outdoor lunch with friends in the picnic area. There are perennial and annual gardens, and a community...
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My friend loves living at this community. The staff make sure she has everything she needs and she is doing much better. She loves the food and they keep the community clean. She has started participating...
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.
Beautiful new Village Lake Inn is located in pastoral Siler City, close to Chapel Hill, Pittsboro, Asheboro, and Sanford. We offer affordable independent senior living, all for one low monthly rate. Our building is brand new, built in 2011, and our current staff has over 30 years combined...
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A Place for Mom helped us find this wonderful place for our Mother. This is a very difficult thing to do under the best of circumstances but Carillon is a perfect fit. She is happier than she has been in...
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 Carillon is not just a senior apartment building; it is a community of friends and neighbors who come together to celebrate their life accomplishments and make the most of their senior years through a fun and active lifestyle of freedom and independence. Whether relaxing in their spacious...
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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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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.
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
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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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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
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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.

Cost of independent living in Julian, NC

The average cost of senior living in Julian is $4,386 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Franklinville, NC with an average of $2,941 per month.

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

Julian, NC
$4,386/mo
$4,403/mo

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

Julian, NC
$4,386/mo
U.S. national average
$4,167/mo

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

$5,796/mo
Independent Living
$4,386/mo

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

Semi-Private
$7,193/mo
Studio
$4,815/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,204/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,068/mo

Senior living costs in Julian 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: Julian, NC
Column state: North Carolina
Column national: U.S.
Community typeJulian, NCNorth CarolinaU.S.
Independent Living$4,386/mo$3,700/mo$4,167/mo
Assisted Living$4,726/mo$4,433/mo$4,770/mo
Memory Care$5,796/mo$5,282/mo$5,523/mo
Independent Living
Julian, NC:$4,386/mo
North Carolina:$3,700/mo
U.S.:$4,167/mo
Assisted Living
Julian, NC:$4,726/mo
North Carolina:$4,433/mo
U.S.:$4,770/mo
Memory Care
Julian, NC:$5,796/mo
North Carolina:$5,282/mo
U.S.:$5,523/mo
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Independent living costs in Julian, NC, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Julian 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
Julian, NC$3,463/mo$3,427/mo+1.0%
North Carolina$3,600/mo$3,416/mo+5.4%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
Julian, NC
2024 average cost:$3,463/mo
2023 average cost:$3,427/mo
Percent change:+1.0%
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 Julian

Recent reviews for independent living in Julian

Abbotswood At Irving Park in Greensboro, NC

4.9
Abbotswood at Irving Park has been amazing. The location is very close to the hospitals and grocery stores and doctors offices. All of the staff have been so friendly and you get a great feeling when you walk in. I do think they could provide some more activities for the residents. The meals are ...
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Village Lake Inn in Siler City, NC

4.5
My friend loves this community. She has adjusted very well to it. This is a lovely community, everything looks great. They do a great job with the cleanliness. The staff is wonderful, she loves them. The only thing she complains about is the food, but other than that everything has worked out ...
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Holiday Cedar Ridge in Burlington, NC

4.6
This is a great place to live. Lots of concern for the residents. Only complaints I hear is about the food.... it it is difficult I guess to cook for 100 + people in todays economy. Apartment sizes and amenities offered are good.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Varied dining options and customized meals. Some communities, like Harmony at Greensboro, offer alternative meal choices and cater to individual dietary restrictions. Others, such as Heritage Greens, have on-site cafes for residents seeking options outside of the main dining hall. In some cases, like Solista High Point by Cogir, fam ...
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Dedicated and compassionate staff. Numerous reviews highlight the care and concern shown by staff members at various communities. For example, Heritage Greens residents praise the staff's effort to get to know newcomers and provide a welcoming environment. In emergencies, staff at Carolina Estates are quick to respond, ensuri ...
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Engaging activities and social opportunities. Residents express enjoyment in a wide range of activities offered at different communities. At Holiday Cedar Ridge, residents form friendships through book clubs and social gatherings. Some communities, like Heritage Greens, organize regular events and games to keep residents engaged and act ...
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Thoughtful and clean facilities. Many residents comment on the cleanliness of their communities, such as Carolina Estates, where the common areas and living spaces are kept in top condition. The facilities at Holiday Cedar Ridge are well-maintained and include amenities like elevators and housekeeping services.
Adaptable and accommodating community. Families and residents alike speak highly of communities that can accommodate changing needs. At Harmony at Greensboro, staff are skilled in helping seniors adjust to their new living arrangements. Communities like Solista High Point by Cogir offer on-site health services and allow pets, cat ...
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Reasonable pricing and value for money. Several reviews mention the affordability of different communities, like Holiday Cedar Ridge, which offers a good balance between cost and quality. In some cases, communities with higher prices, such as Heritage Greens, are perceived to provide excellent value due to their range of amenities ...
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Julian independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Julian independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Julian, 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 Julian 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 Julian 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
6.3%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
31.3%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
31.3%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
37.5%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
6.3%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Julian 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 Julian communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
43.8%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
56.3%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
43.8%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
25%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Julian 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 Julian offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
50%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
37.5%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
37.5%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
62.5%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
56.3%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
62.5%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
43.8%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
56.3%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
50%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
56.3%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
56.3%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
43.8%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
43.8%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
50%
46.4%
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