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The cost of independent living in Osborne Knob is about $3,207 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 39 options. Read 642 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: 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: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
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, Senior Apartments
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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.
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: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
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.
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.
For over a decade, Kingston Residence of Hickory has provided older, active adults with the opportunity to remain independent in the privacy of their own spacious apartments, to enjoy the benefits of retirement living to the fullest, and to get the assistance many need in those later years....
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Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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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.
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: 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.
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Exceptional care. Staff go above and beyond, they are caring, hard working and compassionate.
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.
Silver Bluff Village is an assisted living community nestled in the mountains of North Carolina, on the bank of the Pigeon River in Canton. This is a place where southern climate mixes with high altitude to create pleasant weather throughout the year. Our residents take advantage of this weather...
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Cost of independent living in Osborne Knob, NC

The average cost of senior living in Osborne Knob is $3,207 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Grandfather, NC with an average of $2,534 per month.

Independent living costs in Osborne Knob, NC, vs. nearby cities

Osborne Knob, NC
$3,207/mo

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

Osborne Knob, NC
$3,207/mo
U.S. national average
$4,167/mo

Independent living costs in Osborne Knob, NC, vs. other senior living options

$5,171/mo
Independent Living
$3,207/mo

Independent living costs in Osborne Knob, NC, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,332/mo
Studio
$4,106/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,991/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,085/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,200/mo

Senior living costs in Osborne Knob vs. state and national costs

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Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Osborne Knob, NC
Column state: North Carolina
Column national: U.S.
Community typeOsborne Knob, NCNorth CarolinaU.S.
Independent Living$3,207/mo$3,700/mo$4,167/mo
Assisted Living$3,490/mo$4,433/mo$4,770/mo
Memory Care$5,171/mo$5,282/mo$5,523/mo
Independent Living
Osborne Knob, NC:$3,207/mo
North Carolina:$3,700/mo
U.S.:$4,167/mo
Assisted Living
Osborne Knob, NC:$3,490/mo
North Carolina:$4,433/mo
U.S.:$4,770/mo
Memory Care
Osborne Knob, NC:$5,171/mo
North Carolina:$5,282/mo
U.S.:$5,523/mo
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Independent living costs in Osborne Knob, NC, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Osborne Knob 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.
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Osborne Knob, NC$3,778/mo$3,546/mo+6.6%
North Carolina$3,600/mo$3,416/mo+5.4%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
Osborne Knob, NC
2024 average cost:$3,778/mo
2023 average cost:$3,546/mo
Percent change:+6.6%
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 Osborne Knob

Recent reviews for independent living in Osborne Knob

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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Heritage Hills Senior Living in Hendersonville, NC

5.0
I love it here. The only issue I have with Pacifica is... their accounting office makes mistakes and takes too long to fix them. I recommend this community.

Bella Vista in Asheville, NC

4.3
I think that I would recommend Bella Vista to others. My mom's biggest complaints are about the food and how long they have to sit for the meals, but she does like all of the activities that they have for the residents.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Warm and welcoming community atmosphere. Several reviews mention the friendly and inviting nature of the staff and residents at various communities, like LaurelHurst and LaurelWoods, Harmony at Reynolds Mountain, and Bella Vista, where newcomers are welcomed with open arms and encouraged to form connections with others.
Variety of activities for all interests. Residents find joy in the numerous activities offered at communities, such as Harmony in Harmony at Reynolds Mountain with its sharp focus on residents' needs and interests, or Brookdale Hendersonville East in Brookdale Hendersonville East, which is praised for its well-rounded activity offe ...
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Staff accommodation and help with moving. The transition process into senior living communities is eased by accommodating staff, as seen at Abundant Christian Living Community in Abundant Christian Living Community, where new residents were supported throughout their move and beyond, and Pinecrest in Solista Hickory by Cogir, where ...
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Well-maintained indoor and outdoor spaces. Cleanliness and upkeep are crucial factors for many residents, as highlighted in reviews for Abundant Christian Living Community, where the apartment and common areas were praised for their cleanliness, and Trinity View Retirement Community, where the grounds were described as being well-mai ...
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Affordable pricing with value-added services. Communities like Bella Vista and Ardenwoods offer affordable pricing and a range of value-added services, providing peace of mind for families while ensuring that their loved ones receive quality care and accommodations.
Access to medical care and health care services. Many communities offer on-site or nearby health care services, such as Everlan of Johnson City in Everlan of Johnson City, which boasts excellent care services, or LaurelHurst in LaurelHurst and LaurelWoods, where residents appreciate the convenience of having doctors and medical appointment ...
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Osborne Knob independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Osborne Knob independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Osborne Knob, 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 Osborne Knob 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 Osborne Knob 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
5.9%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
17.6%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
8.8%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
11.8%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
11.8%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Osborne Knob 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 Osborne Knob communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
20.6%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
29.4%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
26.5%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
2.9%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Osborne Knob 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 Osborne Knob offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
29.4%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
14.7%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
26.5%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
35.3%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
38.2%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
35.3%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
35.3%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
26.5%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
32.4%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
32.4%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
32.4%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
23.5%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
32.4%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
32.4%
46.4%
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Julian Woods Retirement, LaurelHurst and LaurelWoods and Solista Hickory by Cogir are the top-rated independent living facilities near Osborne Knob, North Carolina. See full list of communities.
There are 39 independent living facilities near Osborne Knob, North Carolina. See the full list.
The best independent living facility near you in Osborne Knob, North Carolina is LaurelHurst and LaurelWoods. This independent living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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