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The cost of independent living in Walkers Crossroads is about $4,796 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 10 options. Read 458 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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1616 Photos available
1212 Floor plans available
9.8
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127 reviews
9.8
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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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99 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
9.8
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80 reviews
9.8
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80 reviews
5 star
74%
4 star
13%
3 star
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2 star
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5 for all! It's been fantastic for my parent. The best part is the very professional staff in the office and at the front desk. The place is always clean, without weird odors and excuses. It's simply well...
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.
Atria Oakridge offers residents a lively social atmosphere while taking care of the housekeeping, cooking, and even transportation. Whether escaping with a good book on our patio or cheering on your favorite team in our sports lounge, your time is truly yours. We offer educational and cultural...
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1111 Photos available
9.8
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28 reviews
9.8
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28 reviews
5 star
71%
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3 star
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They have friendly people and staff. They are caring - I was in the hospital twice and I was told I was missed. I would recommend this community to others.
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 Willows at Raleigh offers high-quality independent living and access to assisted living services through licensed providers in Raleigh, North Carolina. Located in the heart of the South, our community exudes southern hospitality, capturing the warmth and friendliness of our city.
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9.6
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39 reviews
9.6
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39 reviews
5 star
69%
4 star
23%
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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.
Do you love natural beauty, or is it the buzz of city happenings that you prefer? At Verena at Bedford Falls, one of the True Connection Communities, you don’t have to choose. We are ideally situated in a quiet neighborhood, only a stone’s throw from the thriving heart of Raleigh, the City of...
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9.6
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53 reviews
9.6
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People are great. Staff and residents. They could clean the common areas, staircases and gym especially. The bus needs detailing.
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.
At Whispering Pines, 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 and pour coffee at mealtime while taking the time to get to know each of our...
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88 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
9.1
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80 reviews
9.1
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80 reviews
5 star
58%
4 star
31%
3 star
10%
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What we like the most about the community is the friendly staff. Yes, we would recommend Brookdale North Raleigh to other families based on the experience so far.
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.
Our exceptional senior care community offers independent living services for seniors in Raleigh, N.C., which is renowned for its high quality of life. With pet-friendly apartments designed to feel and function like home, a jam-packed activities calendar and upscale conveniences, our community is...
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1616 Photos available
7.0
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34 reviews
7.0
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34 reviews
5 star
32%
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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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I have lived here for 3 1/2 years and have loved it since day one. The residents and associates are both caring and supportive. There are plenty of activities to keep us busy and entertained: theme...
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.
Your next chapter awaits at Cardinal East. We are bringing brand-new senior living residences to an already thriving community campus at The Cardinal at North Hills. Life at The Cardinal at North Hills takes contemporary senior living to a new level and delights the senses with 5-star everything....
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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, 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.
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Cost of independent living in Walkers Crossroads, NC

The average cost of senior living in Walkers Crossroads is $4,796 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Spring Hope, NC with an average of $3,018 per month.

Independent living costs in Walkers Crossroads, NC, vs. nearby cities

Walkers Crossroads, NC
$4,796/mo

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

Walkers Crossroads, NC
$4,796/mo
U.S. national average
$4,184/mo

Independent living costs in Walkers Crossroads, NC, vs. other senior living options

$6,224/mo
Independent Living
$4,796/mo

Independent living costs in Walkers Crossroads, NC, by floor plan type

Studio
$3,291/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,551/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,665/mo

Senior living costs in Walkers Crossroads 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: Walkers Crossroads, NC
Column state: North Carolina
Column national: U.S.
Community typeWalkers Crossroads, NCNorth CarolinaU.S.
Independent Living$4,796/mo$3,700/mo$4,184/mo
Assisted Living$5,644/mo$4,435/mo$4,779/mo
Memory Care$6,224/mo$5,287/mo$5,535/mo
Independent Living
Walkers Crossroads, NC:$4,796/mo
North Carolina:$3,700/mo
U.S.:$4,184/mo
Assisted Living
Walkers Crossroads, NC:$5,644/mo
North Carolina:$4,435/mo
U.S.:$4,779/mo
Memory Care
Walkers Crossroads, NC:$6,224/mo
North Carolina:$5,287/mo
U.S.:$5,535/mo
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Independent living costs in Walkers Crossroads, NC, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Walkers Crossroads 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
Walkers Crossroads, NC$3,972/mo$3,641/mo+9.1%
North Carolina$3,600/mo$3,416/mo+5.4%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
Walkers Crossroads, NC
2024 average cost:$3,972/mo
2023 average cost:$3,641/mo
Percent change:+9.1%
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 Walkers Crossroads

Recent reviews for independent living in Walkers Crossroads

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.

Waltonwood - Cary

5.0
The staff was very easy to work with, very sensitive to our needs and very helpful with all the things I may not realize I would need. Communication was excellent and my texts and calls during the process were always answered promptly. It was a difficult move at the time, but now my parents are ...
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Magnolia Glen in Raleigh, NC

5.0
My family and I have been very pleased with the care our mother and brother got at MG. Our mother was in independent living and our brother was in assisted living. They would both still be there had it not been for the decline of my mother’s cognitive decline. We had to move her to a facility ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Beautiful and modern facilities. Many reviews praise the cleanliness and modernity of the facilities in various communities. At Gardens at Wakefield, for example, residents enjoy their spacious and well-decorated apartments, while at The Willows at Raleigh, the modern vibe and large apartment sizes are appreciated. Some com ...
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Exceptional and attentive staff. Throughout the reviews, the kindness and attentiveness of the staff are frequently mentioned as standout features. For instance, at Verena at Bedford Falls, residents and their families express gratitude for the long-term friendships they've made with caregivers. At Gardens at Wakefield, sta ...
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Diverse range of activities. Reviews consistently mention the wide range of activities offered at various communities, with residents enjoying everything from card games and movie nights to off-site trips and gardening classes. For example, at Waltonwood Lake Boone, residents have a choice of activities to engage in, and ...
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Delicious and accommodating meals. Numerous reviews highlight the high-quality food and accommodating nature of the meal services at different communities. At Waltonwood Lake Boone, residents appreciate the variety and the chef's ability to accommodate dietary restrictions. Meanwhile, at Verena at Bedford Falls, the food is d ...
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Engaging and inclusive community atmosphere. Reviews frequently mention the sense of community and friendship that residents have formed at various communities. At Atria Oakridge, the residents are described as welcoming and warm, while at Waltonwood Lake Boone, the staff goes out of their way to help residents connect with one another ...
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Convenient location and accessibility. Reviews often mention the convenient locations and accessibility of various communities, which contribute to residents' contentment. For instance, at Verena at Bedford Falls, the location is praised for its proximity to shopping, restaurants, and medical centers. Similarly, at The Willows at ...
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Walkers Crossroads independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Walkers Crossroads independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Walkers Crossroads, 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 Walkers Crossroads 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 Walkers Crossroads 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
10%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
60%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
40%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
50%
33.6%
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Availability of select dining options in Walkers Crossroads 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 Walkers Crossroads communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
80%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
80%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
70%
37%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Walkers Crossroads 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 Walkers Crossroads offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
80%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
50%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
70%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
80%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
80%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
80%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
70%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
70%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
80%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
80%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
80%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
70%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
80%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
80%
46.4%
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Gardens at Wakefield, Atria Oakridge and The Willows at Raleigh are the top-rated independent living facilities near Walkers Crossroads, North Carolina. See full list of communities.
There are 10 independent living facilities near Walkers Crossroads, North Carolina. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Walkers Crossroads, North Carolina are Gardens at Wakefield, Atria Oakridge and Waltonwood Lake Boone. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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