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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Locust, NC

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The cost of independent living in Locust is about $3,479 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 51 options.

Read 1179 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 Charlotte, Matthews and Monroe.

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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 Locust, NC

The average cost of senior living in Locust is $3,479 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Concord, NC with an average of $3,239 per month.

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

Locust, NC
$3,479/mo
U.S. national average
$3,532/mo

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

$7,066/mo
Independent Living
$3,479/mo

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

Semi-Private
$2,932/mo
Studio
$3,265/mo

Senior living costs in Locust 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: Locust, NC
Column state: North Carolina
Column national: U.S.
Community typeLocust, NCNorth CarolinaU.S.
Independent Living$3,479/mo$3,574/mo$3,532/mo
Assisted Living$5,843/mo$6,351/mo$5,909/mo
Memory Care$7,066/mo$7,472/mo$7,121/mo
Independent Living
Locust, NC:$3,479/mo
North Carolina:$3,574/mo
U.S.:$3,532/mo
Assisted Living
Locust, NC:$5,843/mo
North Carolina:$6,351/mo
U.S.:$5,909/mo
Memory Care
Locust, NC:$7,066/mo
North Carolina:$7,472/mo
U.S.:$7,121/mo
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What families are saying about independent living in Locust

Recent reviews for independent living in Locust

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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Williams Place Gracious Retirement Living in Davidson, NC

4.9
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 do on a daily basis and also weekly excursions. The managers and assistant managers ...
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The Manor in Pineville, NC

5.0
We just moved the end of July and have found all the staff to be very friendly and very helpful. It’s been nice to be able to walk outdoors into the courtyard. We feel it is a safe environment.

Locust independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Locust independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Locust, 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 Locust 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 Locust partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Locust, NCNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
9.8%
21.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
33.3%
35.9%
No sugar
No sugar
27.5%
32.1%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
25.5%
34.9%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
2%
11.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Locust 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 Locust communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Locust, NCNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
43.1%
37.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
52.9%
44.9%
Room service
Room service
35.3%
38.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
7.8%
17.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Locust 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 Locust offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Locust, NCNational
Activity director
Activity director
60.8%
46.7%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
29.4%
29.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
47.1%
34.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
47.1%
48.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
58.8%
50.2%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
64.7%
55%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
49%
44.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
45.1%
39.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
54.9%
43.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
56.9%
48.5%
Live performances
Live performances
56.9%
48.1%
Dances
Dances
47.1%
34.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
51%
40.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
56.9%
47.8%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Trevi Vibrant Senior Living, Gardens of Statesville and Chandler Place Independent Living are the top-rated independent living facilities near Locust, North Carolina. See full list of communities.
There are 51 independent living facilities near Locust, North Carolina. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Locust, North Carolina are Trevi Vibrant Senior Living, Chandler Place Independent Living and Brookdale Charlotte East. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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