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The cost of independent living in Lawndale is about $3,495 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 64 options. Read 1351 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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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 mother is loving her stay at the McCune Center! The staff is doing a great job at catering to my mother's needs. The facility is well maintained. There are many opportunities for my mother to participate...
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: 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.
Making the transition to retirement apartment living is easy at Brian Center Retirement Apartments. Our helpful staff is here to assist you with all the details of your move. Whether it's sorting through financial details or carrying boxes into your new apartment; you can count on us to help you...
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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, 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.
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Cost of independent living in Lawndale, NC

The average cost of senior living in Lawndale is $3,495 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Casar, NC with an average of $2,725 per month.

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

Lawndale, NC
$3,495/mo
$3,514/mo
$3,463/mo

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

Lawndale, NC
$3,495/mo
U.S. national average
$4,184/mo

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

$4,964/mo
Independent Living
$3,495/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,880/mo
Studio
$4,971/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,985/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,764/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,528/mo

Senior living costs in Lawndale 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: Lawndale, NC
Column state: North Carolina
Column national: U.S.
Community typeLawndale, NCNorth CarolinaU.S.
Independent Living$3,495/mo$3,700/mo$4,184/mo
Assisted Living$4,214/mo$4,435/mo$4,779/mo
Memory Care$4,964/mo$5,287/mo$5,535/mo
Independent Living
Lawndale, NC:$3,495/mo
North Carolina:$3,700/mo
U.S.:$4,184/mo
Assisted Living
Lawndale, NC:$4,214/mo
North Carolina:$4,435/mo
U.S.:$4,779/mo
Memory Care
Lawndale, NC:$4,964/mo
North Carolina:$5,287/mo
U.S.:$5,535/mo
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Independent living costs in Lawndale, NC, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Lawndale 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
Lawndale, NC$3,560/mo$3,279/mo+8.6%
North Carolina$3,600/mo$3,416/mo+5.4%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
Lawndale, NC
2024 average cost:$3,560/mo
2023 average cost:$3,279/mo
Percent change:+8.6%
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 Lawndale

Recent reviews for independent living in Lawndale

The Dorchester South in Pineville, NC

4.5
The food options, the activities and the safety the community provides is something we likes most about The Dorchester South community. For activities they have different outings every week as well as party and get togethers. Based on our experience so far, we would recommend the community to ...
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Carolina Care Retirement Community in Cherryville, NC

5.0
Carolina Care Retirement Community is very clean and maintained. A great value for the price. The other nearby residents are friendly and quiet. The staff has been very helpful from the time we requested information through now. The housekeeping staff is efficient, dependable and trustworthy. ...
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Marjorie McCune Memorial Center in Black Mountain, NC

4.0
My brother did not have a good experience in his stay at this community. They had him in one room when he moved in and then they changed his room the next day. When I inquired as to why they said they try to have them with a roommate they are compatible with. When they moved him into the new ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Flexible and accommodating staff. Several reviews mention the accommodating nature of staff at various communities, such as Brookdale East and Holiday Carmel Place, in addressing individual needs and making the moving process easier for residents and their families.
Engaging activities for residents. Reviews highlight the wide range of activities offered at communities, including bingo, movies, and social events, helping residents stay engaged and active, as noted in reviews for MerryWood on Park and Terrabella Lake Norman.
Professional and caring staff. Numerous reviews praise the friendly, caring, and professional nature of staff at facilities like Chandler Place Independent Living and Laurelhurst, making residents and their families feel welcome and reassured.
Variety of meal options and excellent dining experiences. Several residents express enjoyment in the quality food and variety of meal options available at their community, such as Shads Landing and Arbor Ridge, which contribute to their overall satisfaction.
Clean and well-maintained facilities. Reviews often note the cleanliness, upkeep, and sense of home in communal areas and residents' living spaces at facilities like Pinecrest and Carmel Place.
Family oriented and inclusive communities. Many reviews express gratitude for the sense of community and family atmosphere at their loved ones' facilities, such as MerryWood on Park and Holiday Pinecrest, where residents enjoy interacting with one another and staff
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Lawndale independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Lawndale independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Lawndale, 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 Lawndale 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 Lawndale 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
14.5%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
29.1%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
27.3%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
21.8%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
7.3%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Lawndale 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 Lawndale communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
36.4%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
41.8%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
30.9%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
9.1%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Lawndale 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 Lawndale offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
49.1%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
23.6%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
36.4%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
43.6%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
45.5%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
49.1%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
40%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
27.3%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
38.2%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
40%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
43.6%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
32.7%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
34.5%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
40%
46.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Trevi Vibrant Senior Living, Chandler Place Independent Living and Greenway Square Retirement Community are the top-rated independent living facilities near Lawndale, North Carolina. See full list of communities.
There are 64 independent living facilities near Lawndale, North Carolina. See the full list.
The best independent living facility near you in Lawndale, North Carolina is LaurelHurst and LaurelWoods. This independent living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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