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The cost of independent living in Williams Crossroads is about $4,821 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 8 options. Read 263 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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Photo of Atria CaryCommunity card badge
1616 Photos available
2222 Floor plans available
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Atria is a caring place, where people actually get to know each other. The staff is helpful, food is good and plentiful (three full meals a day), and they offer fun events for residents and their families...
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.
Sitting near the majestic Symphony Lake and surrounded by fragrant tall pines, Atria Cary will offer a vibrant new community for older adults who value their independence.The 138 apartments in this four-story residence will feature one- and two-bedroom floor plans – all with amazing views – and...
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1616 Photos available
9.8
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56 reviews
9.8
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56 reviews
5 star
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4 star
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Staff are great. I appreciate that they live there. They know the residents and they are quick to respond to any questions or requests we have. There are lots of activities however my MIL chooses not to...
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.
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3939 Photos available
9.8
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36 reviews
9.8
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36 reviews
5 star
80%
4 star
17%
3 star
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This community is gorgeous and the staff is wonderful. Not only does everything look great, but the food is yummy. I highly recommend this community if you like great food, fun activities, and wonderful...
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.
Preston Pointe is the perfect mix of upscale senior living and Southern charm. Our philosophy of always making you feel welcomed, valued and at home in a friendly and luxurious space sets us apart from other retirement communities in the research triangle. We offer the best characteristics of...
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9.8
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35 reviews
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5 star
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The folks have are fascinating and fantastic.Our schedule keeps our minds healthy active. We thrive on eating the right foods. The happy atmosphere keeps is going! Our children like is being at The Willows.
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 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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9.4
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74 reviews
9.4
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5 star
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My mother and dad will be there for two years and one. Overall, they love the food, my mom is involved in activities, they neutralize the physical therapy there, they appreciate that the first of take fun to...
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.
Jordan Oaks provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment. Nestled in the majestic beauty of the North Carolina countryside, you'll be delighted by your decision to move in with us at Jordan Oaks. The air is pure, the winters are mild and Cary has been ranked the...
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1616 Floor plans available
7.9
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46 reviews
7.9
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46 reviews
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The independent living experience was very good. Lots of activities, well kept, attentive staff. The assisted living experience was not great. They weren't able to successfully meet my mother's needs. Their...
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.
Woodland Terrace is a trusted community with 20 years of experience. Our tenured staff and resident longevity speaks to the confidence you can expect at Woodland Terrace.Arranged on 22 acres of lushly landscaped grounds, Woodland Terrace has the charm of a small southern town. Our community...
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45 reviews
7.6
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45 reviews
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What we like the most about the community is that there are always things going on. Yes we would recommend Waltonwood - Cary to other families based on the experience so far.
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.
When only the best will do…Look to Waltonwood for Luxurious Senior Living which redefines retirement living! At Waltonwood, our goal is not to be just another Senior Community. But rather, our goal is to ensure each resident and family member is treated with dignity and respect while striving to...
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44 Floor plans available
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We were promised a daily breakfast when we signed the lease, but it soon evolved into a weekly affair. The activities is perhaps the most attractive part of the experience. We had quality entertainment on a...
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.
Under construction, opening Early 2020- Welcome to Overture Centennial, a place to rediscover yourself (and your retirement), in the comfort of a community designed with you in mind. We give you the means to live an active and fulfilled life; you create the experience. With access to an abundance...
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My mother has been at Windsor Point for a few years now and I love the staff and other residents. They have always been caring and responsive their needs. Recently they have started renovating/updating...
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, 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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Cost of independent living in Williams Crossroads, NC

The average cost of senior living in Williams Crossroads is $4,821 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Dunn, NC with an average of $3,249 per month.

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

Williams Crossroads, NC
$4,821/mo
$4,212/mo

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

Williams Crossroads, NC
$4,821/mo
U.S. national average
$4,259/mo

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

$6,238/mo
Independent Living
$4,821/mo

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

Studio
$3,395/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,857/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,048/mo

Senior living costs in Williams 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: Williams Crossroads, NC
Column state: North Carolina
Column national: U.S.
Community typeWilliams Crossroads, NCNorth CarolinaU.S.
Independent Living$4,821/mo$3,696/mo$4,259/mo
Assisted Living$5,206/mo$4,454/mo$4,836/mo
Memory Care$6,238/mo$5,319/mo$5,606/mo
Independent Living
Williams Crossroads, NC:$4,821/mo
North Carolina:$3,696/mo
U.S.:$4,259/mo
Assisted Living
Williams Crossroads, NC:$5,206/mo
North Carolina:$4,454/mo
U.S.:$4,836/mo
Memory Care
Williams Crossroads, NC:$6,238/mo
North Carolina:$5,319/mo
U.S.:$5,606/mo
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Independent living costs in Williams Crossroads, NC, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Williams 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
Williams Crossroads, NC$4,377/mo$3,665/mo+19.4%
North Carolina$3,571/mo$3,403/mo+4.9%
National$3,244/mo$3,154/mo+2.8%
Williams Crossroads, NC
2024 average cost:$4,377/mo
2023 average cost:$3,665/mo
Percent change:+19.4%
North Carolina
2024 average cost:$3,571/mo
2023 average cost:$3,403/mo
Percent change:+4.9%
National
2024 average cost:$3,244/mo
2023 average cost:$3,154/mo
Percent change:+2.8%
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What families are saying about independent living in Williams Crossroads

Recent reviews for independent living in Williams 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.

The Reserve at Mills Farm in Apex, NC

3.8
Fairly new facility, apartments are a little more spacious and more modern. Tons of services on site. Great outdoor locations. Staff is good, but there has been quite a bit of turnover. Dining is more expensive for independent than I previously experienced but food was good. ...
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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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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Delicious meals and accommodating chefs. Residents and families express their satisfaction with the quality of meals and the accommodation of chefs in addressing dietary restrictions and preferences at various communities, including Waltonwood Lake Boone, Waltonwood Lake Boone, Waltonwood - Cary, and Brookdale North Raleigh.
Friendly and helpful staff members. Several reviews highlight the kindness and attentiveness of staff members towards residents and families at different communities, such as Stoneridge, Waltonwood Lake Boone, Atria Cary, and Jordan Oaks.
Variety of activities for socializing. Communities like Waltonwood Lake Boone, Brookdale North Raleigh, and Stoneridge offer an array of activities, including crafts, field trips, sing-alongs, and social events, to encourage residents' engagement and interaction.
Comfortable and clean living spaces. Reviews consistently praise the spacious and well-maintained living spaces, including apartments and common areas, at communities like Woodland Terrace, Waltonwood Lake Boone, and Stoneridge.
Supportive and committed caregivers. Caring staff members are a notable feature at several communities, with residents and families at Stoneridge, Jordan Oaks, and Brookdale North Raleigh expressing appreciation for the compassionate care and assistance provided.
Accommodating community management. Community management is attentive and responsive to residents and families, as noted in reviews for Waltonwood - Cary, Jordan Oaks, and Brookdale North Raleigh, where staff address concerns and provide helpful information.
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Williams Crossroads independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Williams Crossroads independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Williams 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 Williams 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 Williams 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
25%
20.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
62.5%
34.8%
No sugar
No sugar
62.5%
31.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
50%
33.9%
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Availability of select dining options in Williams 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 Williams Crossroads communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
50%
36.9%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
62.5%
43.8%
Room service
Room service
50%
37.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
25%
17.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Williams 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 Williams Crossroads offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
75%
45.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
62.5%
28.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
75%
33.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
50%
47.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
75%
49.2%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
75%
54.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
62.5%
43.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
75%
38.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
75%
42.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
75%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
75%
47.2%
Dances
Dances
62.5%
33.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
75%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
75%
46.8%
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Atria Cary, Stoneridge and Preston Pointe are the top-rated independent living facilities near Williams Crossroads, North Carolina. See full list of communities.
There are 8 independent living facilities near Williams Crossroads, North Carolina. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Williams Crossroads, North Carolina are Brier Pointe Retirement Community, Atria Cary and Gardens at Wakefield. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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