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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Julian, NC

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The cost of independent living in Julian is about $3,757 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 57 options.

Read 1507 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. You may also consider nearby communities such as Greensboro, High Point and Asheboro.

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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 parents lived here and owned a villa. The only reason we had to leave was because they maxed out on the care that they were able to provide to them. I think that going in here, the evaluation of care...
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: 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.
Near Raleigh, NC, we’re changing the way people think about retirement communities. If you thought SearStone was a big dream—you were right. And now it’s an even bigger reality. People have brought the whole community to life. They’re savoring the grilled salmon in formal dining. They’re raising...
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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.
Photo of Commonwealth Senior Living at Stratford House
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.
Photo of Heritage Towers Apts-Elderly
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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Cost of independent living in Julian, NC

The average cost of senior living in Julian is $3,757 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Siler City, NC with an average of $2,910 per month.

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

Julian, NC
$3,757/mo
U.S. national average
$3,532/mo

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

$7,087/mo
Independent Living
$3,757/mo

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

Semi-Private
$3,296/mo
Studio
$3,827/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,510/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,124/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$3,757/mo$3,574/mo$3,532/mo
Assisted Living$6,026/mo$6,351/mo$5,909/mo
Memory Care$7,087/mo$7,472/mo$7,121/mo
Independent Living
Julian, NC:$3,757/mo
North Carolina:$3,574/mo
U.S.:$3,532/mo
Assisted Living
Julian, NC:$6,026/mo
North Carolina:$6,351/mo
U.S.:$5,909/mo
Memory Care
Julian, NC:$7,087/mo
North Carolina:$7,472/mo
U.S.:$7,121/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 average 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$3,776/mo$3,570/mo+5.8%
North Carolina$3,819/mo$3,552/mo+7.5%
National$3,416/mo$3,319/mo+2.9%
Julian, NC
2024 average cost:$3,776/mo
2023 average cost:$3,570/mo
Percent change:+5.8%
North Carolina
2024 average cost:$3,819/mo
2023 average cost:$3,552/mo
Percent change:+7.5%
National
2024 average cost:$3,416/mo
2023 average cost:$3,319/mo
Percent change:+2.9%
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What families are saying about independent living in Julian

Recent reviews for independent living in Julian

Bayberry Retirement Inn in Eden, NC

5.0
Bayberry Retirement Inn has been a great fit for my friend so far. We chose this community for its closeness and convenience. The facility itself is really nice. The staff are very friendly, and the meals are very good. My friend found the portion sizes to be too small, but when she mentioned ...
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Bayberry Retirement Inn in Sanford, NC

4.5
I give all of the categories 5 stars with the exception of the meals and dining, the food is not good. By the time they get the food to the table it's cold. And elderly people should not be eating hot dogs on a regular basis. What sticks out the most about Bayberry Retirement Inn is the size ...
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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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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.
Julian, NCNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
8.8%
21.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
29.8%
35.8%
No sugar
No sugar
29.8%
32%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
40.4%
34.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
3.5%
11.7%
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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.
Julian, NCNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
40.4%
37.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
49.1%
44.8%
Room service
Room service
36.8%
38.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
19.3%
17.8%
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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.
Julian, NCNational
Activity director
Activity director
47.4%
46.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
36.8%
29.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
33.3%
34.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
56.1%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
49.1%
50.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
54.4%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
45.6%
44.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
45.6%
39.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
45.6%
43.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
49.1%
48.4%
Live performances
Live performances
50.9%
48.1%
Dances
Dances
38.6%
34.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
42.1%
40.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
47.4%
47.7%
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