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The average monthly cost of Independent Living in North Carolina is $3,534, according to A Place for Mom’s proprietary data. This can serve as a helpful benchmark for what families in the Sunburst area can expect to pay. Pricing may vary based on the community’s location, your loved one’s care needs, and any additional services or amenities.

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The highest-rated senior living communities stand out for their exceptional care and support of seniors in independent living, assisted living, and memory care. Our Best of Senior Living Award winners represent the top reviewed senior care providers nationwide based on reviews submitted by residents and families.

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9.8
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24 reviews
9.8
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24 reviews
5 star
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3 star
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My sister has adapted well to independent living, and [name removed] was the right place for her. They run a very good establishment and demonstrate a lot of care for the people living there.
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.
Julian Woods Retirement CommunityJulian Woods Retirement Community is South Asheville’s beautiful brand new senior living community! Opened in May 2024 in Arden NC, Julian Woods has 128 apartments for adults 55 and over — including studio, one, two, and three-bedroom apartments with a variety of...
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9.2
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27 reviews
9.2
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27 reviews
5 star
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4 star
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3 star
11%
2 star
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What was good... $[removed]admin fee to get in, very reasonable [name removed] was helpful with the tour and explaining how it would work Facility is so clean and well kept The mover [name removed]...
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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Exceptional care. Staff go above and beyond, they are caring, hard working and compassionate.
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.
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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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
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.
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, 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.
60 Givens Gerber Park is pleased to offer an affordable housing option for adults over the age of 55 to enjoy the comforts of home and a community setting within their budget. Choose between spacious one- and two-bedroom apartments where bright light streams through large windows with views of...
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Cost of independent living in Sunburst, NC

The average cost of senior living in North Carolina is $3,534 per month as compared to $3,520 in the United States.

Senior living costs in North Carolina vs. 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 state: North Carolina
Column national: U.S.
Column costDifference: Cost difference
Community typeNorth CarolinaU.S.Cost difference
Independent Living$3,534/mo$3,520/mo0.4% above national median
Assisted Living$6,196/mo$5,830/mo6.3% above national median
Memory Care$7,410/mo$6,999/mo5.9% above national median
Independent Living
North Carolina:$3,534/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
Cost difference:0.4% above national median
Assisted Living
North Carolina:$6,196/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Cost difference:6.3% above national median
Memory Care
North Carolina:$7,410/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Cost difference:5.9% above national median
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What families are saying about independent living in Sunburst

Recent reviews for independent living in Sunburst

Trinity View Retirement Community in Arden, NC

4.8
I like the security that I feel knowing they have someone there 24/7 and that someone is there in case my mom, who is in an independent living apartment, needs help. The the food, activities, staff, and residents are all wonderful there. I couldn't have found a better place. I would recommend ...
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Julian Woods Retirement in Arden, NC

5.0
JWC is a happy place to be around and has positive energy everywhere. The staff is so kind, housekeeping keeps it clean and maintenance is very attentive if needed. There are 24/7 snacks and who doesn't love 24/7 soft serve ice cream!

Sunburst independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Sunburst independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Sunburst, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select dining options in Sunburst 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 Sunburst communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Sunburst, NCNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
14.3%
37.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
14.3%
44.7%
Room service
Room service
42.9%
38%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
14.3%
17.6%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Sunburst 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 Sunburst offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Sunburst, NCNational
Activity director
Activity director
14.3%
46.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
14.3%
29.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
14.3%
34%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
42.9%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
42.9%
50%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
28.6%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
28.6%
44.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
28.6%
39.5%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
28.6%
42.9%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
28.6%
48.2%
Live performances
Live performances
28.6%
47.9%
Dances
Dances
14.3%
34.1%
Fitness center
Fitness center
42.9%
40.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
28.6%
47.5%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Julian Woods Retirement, Trinity View Retirement Community and Silver Bluff Village are the top-rated independent living facilities near Sunburst, North Carolina. See full list of communities.
There are 10 independent living facilities near Sunburst, North Carolina. See the full list.
The best independent living facility near you in Sunburst, North Carolina is Julian Woods Retirement. This independent living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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