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The cost of independent living in Spruce Pine is about $3,236 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 39 options. Read 639 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, 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.
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.
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, 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
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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
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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: 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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Cost of independent living in Spruce Pine, NC

The average cost of senior living in Spruce Pine is $3,236 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Blowing Rock, NC with an average of $2,475 per month.

Independent living costs in Spruce Pine, NC, vs. nearby cities

Spruce Pine, NC
$3,236/mo
$2,917/mo

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

Spruce Pine, NC
$3,236/mo
U.S. national average
$4,184/mo

Independent living costs in Spruce Pine, NC, vs. other senior living options

$5,190/mo
Independent Living
$3,236/mo

Independent living costs in Spruce Pine, 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 Spruce Pine 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: Spruce Pine, NC
Column state: North Carolina
Column national: U.S.
Community typeSpruce Pine, NCNorth CarolinaU.S.
Independent Living$3,236/mo$3,700/mo$4,184/mo
Assisted Living$3,612/mo$4,435/mo$4,779/mo
Memory Care$5,190/mo$5,287/mo$5,535/mo
Independent Living
Spruce Pine, NC:$3,236/mo
North Carolina:$3,700/mo
U.S.:$4,184/mo
Assisted Living
Spruce Pine, NC:$3,612/mo
North Carolina:$4,435/mo
U.S.:$4,779/mo
Memory Care
Spruce Pine, NC:$5,190/mo
North Carolina:$5,287/mo
U.S.:$5,535/mo
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Independent living costs in Spruce Pine, NC, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Spruce Pine 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
Spruce Pine, 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%
Spruce Pine, 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 Spruce Pine

Recent reviews for independent living in Spruce Pine

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

Welcoming and friendly community atmosphere. Numerous reviews mention the warmth and kindness shown by both residents and staff at various communities. For example, at LaurelHurst and LaurelWoods, loving descriptions of new friendships made and the family like environment stand out. At Harmony at Reynolds Mountain, new residents were g ...
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Customized care and accommodations. Multiple reviews mention the flexibility and accommodation offered by communities to meet residents' specific needs. At Henderson Care Center, the admin team worked with families to add requested accommodations before move-in, and at Bella Vista, the management team went above and beyond in ...
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Engaging activities and social opportunities. Reviews often highlight the wide range of activities and opportunities for socializing, including group events, classes, and outings. For instance, at Harmony at Reynolds Mountain, residents enjoy activities like movie nights, book groups, and exercise classes, while at Brookdale Hendersonvil ...
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Delicious and customized meal plans. Throughout reviews, high-quality, individually tailored meals were mentioned as a major factor in residents' overall satisfaction. At Solista Hickory by Cogir, new residents were excited about the menu variety, while at Townview Johnson City, the food not only tasted great but was accommodat ...
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Thoughtful design and maintenance. Reviews consistently praise the cleanliness, upkeep, and thoughtful design of communities. For example, at Solista Hickory by Cogir, new residents appreciate the cleanliness of their apartment and the community's grounds, while at Abundant Christian Living Community, residents express gratit ...
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Attentive and compassionate staff. Reviews often emphasize the caring and supportive nature of community staff members. For instance, at Abundant Christian Living Community, the staff were described as friendly and eager to help, while at Brookdale Hendersonville East, the staff went above and beyond to encourage independence ...
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Spruce Pine independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Spruce Pine independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Spruce Pine, 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 Spruce Pine 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 Spruce Pine 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 Spruce Pine 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 Spruce Pine 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
23.5%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
2.9%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Spruce Pine 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 Spruce Pine 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
32.4%
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
23.5%
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 Spruce Pine, North Carolina. See full list of communities.
There are 39 independent living facilities near Spruce Pine, North Carolina. See the full list.
The best independent living facility near you in Spruce Pine, North Carolina is LaurelHurst and LaurelWoods. This independent living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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