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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Zebulon, NC

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The cost of independent living in Zebulon is about $4,657 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 12 options. Read 455 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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99 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
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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
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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.
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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1212 Floor plans available
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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
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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 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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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
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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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The atmosphere is conducive to the residents. It has activities that include everyone. The heated pool is terrific for exercise and the floor plan of the building makes it easy for walking. People are...
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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People are great. Staff and residents. They could clean the common areas, staircases and gym especially. The bus needs detailing.
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 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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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
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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.
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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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
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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.
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, 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, 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.

Cost of independent living in Zebulon, NC

The average cost of senior living in Zebulon is $4,657 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Spring Hope, NC with an average of $3,018 per month.

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

Zebulon, NC
$4,657/mo
$4,786/mo
$4,585/mo

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

Zebulon, NC
$4,657/mo
U.S. national average
$4,167/mo

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

$5,674/mo
Independent Living
$4,657/mo

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

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

Senior living costs in Zebulon 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: Zebulon, NC
Column state: North Carolina
Column national: U.S.
Community typeZebulon, NCNorth CarolinaU.S.
Independent Living$4,657/mo$3,700/mo$4,167/mo
Assisted Living$5,134/mo$4,433/mo$4,770/mo
Memory Care$5,674/mo$5,282/mo$5,523/mo
Independent Living
Zebulon, NC:$4,657/mo
North Carolina:$3,700/mo
U.S.:$4,167/mo
Assisted Living
Zebulon, NC:$5,134/mo
North Carolina:$4,433/mo
U.S.:$4,770/mo
Memory Care
Zebulon, NC:$5,674/mo
North Carolina:$5,282/mo
U.S.:$5,523/mo
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Independent living costs in Zebulon, NC, over time

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

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

Recent reviews for independent living in Zebulon

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.

Parkwood Village and The Landing in Wilson, NC

4.4
From the initial visit to move in, everyone has been genuinely nice and friendly. Everyone is and was very welcoming. The landing is a great place to live. The location is a plus. The only downside in my opinion is that every year the rent goes up, which i don’t like because most people who live ...
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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

Warm and welcoming staff. Reviews from Gardens at Wakefield and Verena at Bedford Falls consistently mention the friendliness and caring nature of the staff at their communities. Residents and families appreciate the personal connections formed with caregivers, and several mention long-term friendships developed.
Variety of enjoyable activities. Residents at Atria Oakridge and Verena at Bedford Falls enjoy the wide range of activities offered. Activities include music, bingo, arts and crafts, games, and even off-site excursions. These opportunities help keep residents engaged and active.
Beautifully maintained facilities. Reviews for Gardens at Wakefield and Atria Oakridge praise the cleanliness and upkeep of their communities, whether it's the private rooms, communal areas, or outdoor spaces. Several residents mention the recent renovations and updated amenities.
Special accommodations for dietary needs. Communities like Verena at Bedford Falls and Gardens at Wakefield accommodate residents' dietary restrictions and preferences, ensuring enjoyment at mealtimes. Chefs cater to individual needs, making residents look forward to their meals every day.
Supportive community atmosphere. Throughout reviews, residents express a sense of belonging and community at their senior living facilities. For example, at The Willows at Raleigh, residents are friendly and caring, and residents at Whispering Pines appreciate the on-site church services and support from one another.
Affordable and transparent pricing. At The Lodge at Wake Forest, the value for cost is appreciated, and the transparent pricing structure allows families to budget effectively. In addition, Brookdale North Raleigh notes that while there are some additional costs, the overall value is worth it.
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Zebulon independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Zebulon independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Zebulon, 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 Zebulon 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 Zebulon 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
9.1%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
54.5%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
36.4%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
45.5%
33.6%
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Availability of select dining options in Zebulon 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 Zebulon communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
72.7%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
72.7%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
63.6%
37%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Zebulon 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 Zebulon offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
72.7%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
45.5%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
63.6%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
72.7%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
72.7%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
72.7%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
63.6%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
63.6%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
72.7%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
72.7%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
72.7%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
63.6%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
72.7%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
72.7%
46.4%
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