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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Mercer, NC

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The cost of independent living in Mercer is about $2,767 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 17 options. Read 194 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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1212 Floor plans available
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So far my parents have only been there a week, so I'm trying to not make too quick of a judgment; however, we have been less than impressed with the administrative staff contact and follow up, and 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.
The Gardens at Wakefield provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment.The Gardens at Wakefield is located in Raleigh, NC, the capital and second largest city in the state. The community is conveniently located in the northeast corner of Raleigh with close proximity to...
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7.9
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[name removed], my MIL, did NOT want to leave her home, but after a short adjustment period she really felt loved and cared for there. It felt like extended family. They brought other residents in to meet...
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.
Parkwood Village and The Landing is where luxury and small town charm meet. It is located in the heart of Wilson, North Carolina. From a caring, dedicated support team to a broad range of services and amenities, Parkwood Village and The Landing provide you with the lifestyle you want and a place...
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7.0
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34 reviews
7.0
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34 reviews
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The cleanliness interior is a 5, the exterior is a 3. The visiting medical staff and on-site Rehab are exceptional The 4 rating is because they frequently have issues with the bus/driver and do not offer...
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 Lodge at Wake Forest has been voted "Best of the Best" in senior living for 7 years in a row. We are managed by Holiday Retirement, who pioneered Independent Living in 1971. The Lodge offers everything our residents need under one roof: billiard and game room, chapel, beauty salon, library,...
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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
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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I like living at The Fountains at The Albemarle. The residents and staff are very friendly and helpful. The apartment is very nice, a good size, plenty of storage area. They provide a wide range of...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
Welcome to a quaint little community of friends and neighbors tucked neatly at the edge of one of the loveliest of America's historic towns. Tarboro, North Carolina, settled centuries ago, hasn't lost a bit of its original charm. Main Street, with its village shops, town square and stately homes,...
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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.
Autumn Summers is a 55+ leisure living community with a mission to engage, enrich, and nurture the health and spirits of the active seniors in our care.Our essence in précis is to establish private retirement villages providing an integrated network of concierge, security and well-being services...
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Change is HARD!! It was difficult leaving our lovely home after 46 years. In short — it was the best decision we ever made and we could not be happier! Life simply does not get any easier as the years go...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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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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Photo of Louisburg Manor
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: 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.
Bayberry Retirement Inn offers a cozy homelike atmosphere. From the moment you enter Bayberry you feel the welcome warmth of home. Friendly and caring staff members, who know your name and needs, are available to assist you 24/7/365. At Bayberry we keep it simple. One low monthly rate includes...
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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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 Mercer, NC

The average cost of senior living in Mercer is $2,767 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Whitakers, NC with an average of $2,631 per month.

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

Mercer, NC
$2,767/mo
$3,224/mo

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

Mercer, NC
$2,767/mo
U.S. national average
$4,167/mo

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

$5,282/mo
Independent Living
$2,767/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,600/mo
Studio
$6,022/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,459/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,634/mo

Senior living costs in Mercer 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: Mercer, NC
Column state: North Carolina
Column national: U.S.
Community typeMercer, NCNorth CarolinaU.S.
Independent Living$2,767/mo$3,700/mo$4,167/mo
Assisted Living$4,705/mo$4,433/mo$4,835/mo
Memory Care$5,282/mo$5,282/mo$5,614/mo
Independent Living
Mercer, NC:$2,767/mo
North Carolina:$3,700/mo
U.S.:$4,167/mo
Assisted Living
Mercer, NC:$4,705/mo
North Carolina:$4,433/mo
U.S.:$4,835/mo
Memory Care
Mercer, NC:$5,282/mo
North Carolina:$5,282/mo
U.S.:$5,614/mo
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Independent living costs in Mercer, NC, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Mercer 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
Mercer, NC$4,155/mo$3,663/mo+13.4%
North Carolina$3,600/mo$3,416/mo+5.4%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
Mercer, NC
2024 average cost:$4,155/mo
2023 average cost:$3,663/mo
Percent change:+13.4%
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 Mercer

Recent reviews for independent living in Mercer

Cypress Glen in Greenville, NC

5.0
I'd like to thank the Cypress Glen Community (staff and residents) who have made my mother's first year there so special! Relocating to her new home in Greenville (especially during a pandemic) one year ago went very well. Our family (including Mom) have been pleased with the care she's received ...
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The Lodge at Wake Forest

4.3
From what I do know, he is very happy there. They did want to raise their fees this year, but they worked with him to keep it as minimal of an increase as he could handle based on his Pension and SS income. He does enjoy much of the staff and residents.

Barclay House of Tarboro

4.6
Very happy living at The Fountains at the Albemarle. All residents are very friendly at The Albemarle. Food could improve sometimes. The staff at The Fountains at The Albemarle are very friendly and courteous.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Welcoming and friendly staff and residents. Reviews consistently mention the warm and welcoming atmosphere at the community, with both staff and residents being described as kind and caring. At Gardens at Wakefield, new residents are greeted with a welcome sign and bag of goodies, and at Parkwood Village and The Landing, staff went ab ...
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Variety of activities for socialization and engagement. From Bible study and exercise classes to gardening and museum outings, residents at Gardens at Wakefield and Parkwood Village and The Landing find joy in the wide range of activities offered. These opportunities help keep residents active and engaged, enabling them to meet new people and bui ...
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High-quality food and dining experiences. Throughout the reviews, the quality of food and dining experiences stood out as a major factor in resident satisfaction. At Gardens at Wakefield, residents rave about the delicious meals and the variety offered, while The Lodge at Wake Forests loved one enjoys talking with other residents du ...
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Thoughtful and convenient amenities. From a gym and hair salon to weekly housekeeping and on-site care services, the amenities at Gardens at Wakefield and Parkwood Village and The Landing cater to residents' needs and make daily life more convenient. These thoughtful offerings help residents maintain their independence and enjo ...
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Supportive and accommodating care services. Reviews repeatedly mention the compassionate and accommodating nature of caregivers at various communities. At The Lodge at Wake Forest, staff worked with a resident to keep fee increases minimal, and at Gardens at Wakefield, quick adjustments helped make the moving process easier for reside ...
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Beautifully maintained living spaces. Residents appreciate the cleanliness and upkeep of their communities, including private apartments and common areas. At Gardens at Wakefield, reviews praise the recently renovated patio and dining room, while mentions the pristine bathrooms. These well-maintained spaces contribute to resident ...
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Mercer independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Mercer independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Mercer, 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 Mercer 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 Mercer 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
13.3%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
40%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
33.3%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
33.3%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
6.7%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Mercer 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 Mercer communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
33.3%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
33.3%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
33.3%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
13.3%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Mercer 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 Mercer offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Mercer, NCNational
Activity director
Activity director
33.3%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
26.7%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
26.7%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
33.3%
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
33.3%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
33.3%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
33.3%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
33.3%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
40%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
33.3%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
26.7%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
33.3%
46.4%
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