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9 Best Independent Living Communities in Tramway, NC

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The cost of independent living in Tramway is about $3,572 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 9 options. Read 61 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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The BayBerry Retirement Inn has been a GOD sent for my mother and my family. The Director ([name removed]) is very kind, pleasant and does an amazing job ensuring each resident is well taken care of. I...
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.
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...
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Mom is very happy at Southern Pines Gracious Living. We are very happy with her situation in general. I would highly recommend Gracious Living. They have been very stable for a long time.
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.
At Southern Pines Gracious Retirement Living, we have an abundance of heart, and we can’t wait to share it with you. Our caring management team is here for you any time, day or night, because we live here too. We participate in activities +pour coffee at mealtime and take time to get to know each...
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Twin Rivers loves their residents. It only has 31 apartments, so staff are not overwhelmed. Staff are kind & helpful to the residents & their families. They keep the residents busy with many activities,...
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.
Twin Rivers is a warm and inviting, affordable living option for Independent Seniors who seek the convenience of service enhanced housing. We are located in historic, Pittsboro, NC. This is just 15 minutes from Apex and about 30 minutes from Raleigh, Durham and Chapel Hill. Our one bedroom...
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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.
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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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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Cost of independent living in Tramway, NC

The average cost of senior living in Tramway is $3,572 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Goldston, NC with an average of $2,437 per month.

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

Tramway, NC
$3,572/mo
$4,347/mo
$4,378/mo

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

Tramway, NC
$3,572/mo
U.S. national average
$4,167/mo

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

$5,789/mo
Independent Living
$3,572/mo

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

Studio
$2,463/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,268/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,578/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$5,575/mo

Senior living costs in Tramway 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: Tramway, NC
Column state: North Carolina
Column national: U.S.
Community typeTramway, NCNorth CarolinaU.S.
Independent Living$3,572/mo$3,700/mo$4,167/mo
Assisted Living$4,856/mo$4,433/mo$4,770/mo
Memory Care$5,789/mo$5,282/mo$5,523/mo
Independent Living
Tramway, NC:$3,572/mo
North Carolina:$3,700/mo
U.S.:$4,167/mo
Assisted Living
Tramway, NC:$4,856/mo
North Carolina:$4,433/mo
U.S.:$4,770/mo
Memory Care
Tramway, NC:$5,789/mo
North Carolina:$5,282/mo
U.S.:$5,523/mo
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Independent living costs in Tramway, NC, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Tramway 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
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Tramway, NC$3,618/mo$3,182/mo+13.7%
North Carolina$3,600/mo$3,416/mo+5.4%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
Tramway, NC
2024 average cost:$3,618/mo
2023 average cost:$3,182/mo
Percent change:+13.7%
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 Tramway

Recent reviews for independent living in Tramway

Bayberry Retirement Inn in Sanford, NC

4.5
I give all of the categories 5 stars with the exception of the meals and dining, the food is not good. By the time they get the food to the table it's cold. And elderly people should not be eating hot dogs on a regular basis. What sticks out the most about Bayberry Retirement Inn is the size ...
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Twin Rivers Senior Independent Living in Pittsboro, NC

5.0
Twin Rivers is great, and they are constantly sterilizing and so far no residents do not have any known cases of COVID. The staff is wonderful, they are very friendly and helpful. They are very attentive. It is not a very expensive community. It is Independent living so not many care services ...
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Southern Pines

5.0
I will say that my mom loved SP Gracious Living. She was not able to be there but 3 months. She made friends. She played bingo and won so often that it gave her a thrill. She enjoyed the staff, the food and the other residents. She told me she wished she had moved there years earlier. Had mom ...
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Tramway independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Tramway independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Tramway, 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 Tramway 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 Tramway partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
28.6%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
14.3%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
28.6%
33.6%
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Availability of select dining options in Tramway 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 Tramway communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
42.9%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
14.3%
37%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Tramway 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 Tramway offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
42.9%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
14.3%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
14.3%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
42.9%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
42.9%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
42.9%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
28.6%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
14.3%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
14.3%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
28.6%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
28.6%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
14.3%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
14.3%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
28.6%
46.4%
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Bayberry Retirement Inn, Southern Pines and Twin Rivers Senior Independent Living are the top-rated independent living facilities near Tramway, North Carolina. See full list of communities.
There are 9 independent living facilities near Tramway, North Carolina. See the full list.
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