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The cost of independent living in Lexington is about $3,724 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 12 options. Read 199 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 Creekside TerraceCommunity card badge
99 Photos available
2323 Floor plans available
9.8
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86 reviews
9.8
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86 reviews
5 star
63%
4 star
22%
3 star
7%
2 star
2%
1 star
6%
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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.
Creekside Terrace has been in the business of caring for Seniors. We love all Seniors and are passionate about helping YOU live a better life. Senior Care is our passion.
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Photo of Heritage Woods
1515 Photos available
77 Floor plans available
9.7
Review score
39 reviews
9.7
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39 reviews
5 star
61%
4 star
31%
3 star
0%
2 star
0%
1 star
8%
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The staff are very caring and sincere in all they do. The food is great per my loved one and others. The activities are great. I have been pleasantly impressed with Heritage Woods. Director [name removed] is...
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.
Rest assured Heritage Woods has a long standing reputation in the Winston Salem area. Established 30 years ago, we have served second and third generation family members. Multiple team members have been here over two decades and that is what makes us stand out! Our team is passionate about our...
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1515 Photos available
8.5
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26 reviews
8.5
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26 reviews
5 star
61%
4 star
35%
3 star
4%
2 star
0%
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0%
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When my father first arrived I would have rated the place a five. But the three members of management were transferred. Although competent, the new members of management are not as involved with the...
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.
We believe that Oak Park Retirement 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 Oak Park Retirement, our management teams live on-site, and...
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1414 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
5 star
100%
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I was living alone and finding activities to participate in and people to do it with was a chore therefore I did little outside of family. Trinity Oaks opened a whole new way of living and enjoying and...
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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1313 Photos available
5.0
Review score
31 reviews
5.0
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31 reviews
5 star
74%
4 star
3%
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0%
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0%
1 star
23%
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My mother fell 3 times!! Had met with staff and executive director after the first fall. The first fall should not have happened. Not enough staff to care about the patients. Meet with caretakers on why...
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.
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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, 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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My mom moved into Westchester Village several months ago and she absolutely loves it!! Her apartment is adorable with a kitchen and huge windows! She has a couple of beloved cats that she did not want to...
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.
You're going to love making your new home with us here at Westchester Village at Providence Place. We offer all the conveniences of a small village with many opportunities for you to enjoy an active, carefree, independent lifestyle with other older adults. Friendly, caring residents and staff...
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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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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 Lexington, NC

The average cost of senior living in Lexington is $3,724 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Denton, NC with an average of $2,394 per month.

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

Lexington, NC
$3,724/mo
$3,665/mo

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

Lexington, NC
$3,724/mo
U.S. national average
$4,167/mo

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

$5,326/mo
Independent Living
$3,724/mo

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

Studio
$2,340/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,128/mo
2 Bedroom
$3,898/mo

Senior living costs in Lexington 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: Lexington, NC
Column state: North Carolina
Column national: U.S.
Community typeLexington, NCNorth CarolinaU.S.
Independent Living$3,724/mo$3,700/mo$4,167/mo
Assisted Living$4,419/mo$4,433/mo$4,835/mo
Memory Care$5,326/mo$5,282/mo$5,614/mo
Independent Living
Lexington, NC:$3,724/mo
North Carolina:$3,700/mo
U.S.:$4,167/mo
Assisted Living
Lexington, NC:$4,419/mo
North Carolina:$4,433/mo
U.S.:$4,835/mo
Memory Care
Lexington, NC:$5,326/mo
North Carolina:$5,282/mo
U.S.:$5,614/mo
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Independent living costs in Lexington, NC, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Lexington 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
Lexington, NC$2,864/mo$2,830/mo+1.2%
North Carolina$3,600/mo$3,416/mo+5.4%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
Lexington, NC
2024 average cost:$2,864/mo
2023 average cost:$2,830/mo
Percent change:+1.2%
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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Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What families are saying about independent living in Lexington

Recent reviews for independent living in Lexington

Trinity Oaks, a CCRC in Salisbury, NC

5.0
My life was rather chaotic when I first visited Trinity Oaks apartments. My husband had Alzheimer's disease, and I was needing help. Through a series of circumstances, he was admitted to the memory unit, a part of Trinity Oaks continuing care sections. I wanted to be near him to visit, so I ...
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Harmony at Brookberry Farm in Winston-Salem, NC

4.9
All around wonderful facility with so much to offer. Our Aunt loves this place. She is so happy. When we come to visit we always enjoy it. Food is always very good.we love the dinners of the countries.

Arbor Ridge at Kernersville

5.0
After my mother-in-law passed away, my father-in-law was lonely and mobility issues made it difficult for him to maintain their home, so he chose to move to Arbor Ridge just before Christmas 2023. He has never looked back or regretted the decision! His studio apartment provides privacy and ...
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Lexington independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Lexington independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Lexington, 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 Lexington 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 Lexington partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Lexington, NCNational
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
30%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
40%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
30%
33.6%
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Availability of select dining options in Lexington 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 Lexington communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
40%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
40%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
40%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
10%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Lexington 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 Lexington offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Lexington, NCNational
Activity director
Activity director
40%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
30%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
20%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
40%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
40%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
40%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
40%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
40%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
40%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
40%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
40%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
30%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
40%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
40%
46.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Creekside Terrace, Heritage Woods and Oak Park Retirement are the top-rated independent living facilities near Lexington, North Carolina. See full list of communities.
There are 12 independent living facilities near Lexington, North Carolina. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Lexington, North Carolina are Creekside Terrace and Holiday Forsyth Court. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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