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The cost of independent living in Kenton is about $3,869 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 173 options. Read 1985 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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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Indian Lake Villa is a senior, 55 and older, affordable housing community located in the quaint village of Russell's Pointe, OH. The community itself is located in the heart of the village, surrounded by serene trees and scenery. Russell's Pointe is a small village located in Logan County and is...
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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
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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.
Provides: Assisted 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.
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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: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally 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.
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
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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, 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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I like it here. Everyone of the staff works very hard to keep us disease-free and I understand there are other homes who are not. Thank you all!
Provides: Assisted 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.
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Provides: Assisted 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.
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This is independent living, but a retirement home. My mother loved it there and I don't think it was the cleanest place, I know they had mold issues in the ceilings, I could always smell the dampness in...
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: 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: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Waterford Townhomes is an affordable senior housing community located in the metropolitan city of Lima, Allen County, OH. The community itself, is located nearby local Foundry Park; which includes a lake with relaxing views and beautiful scenery. Lima is in close proximity to the major free-way,...
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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.
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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We toured Primrose of Marion and were surprised at how beautiful the place is. They have everything my mother would need and the Apartments were larger than other places we looked at. Everyone there was so...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Photo of Primrose Retirement Community of Findlay
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.
If you're considering a retirement community, we invite you to compare value, comfort, security and amenities.Primrose Retirement Community is not only the best value in Findlay, but the Premier Retirement community, as well!  Our independent & assisted living apartments are more...
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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
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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.
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: 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.

Cost of independent living in Kenton, OH

The average cost of senior living in Kenton is $3,869 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Wharton, OH with an average of $3,390 per month.

Independent living costs in Kenton, OH, vs. nearby cities

Kenton, OH
$3,869/mo
$3,785/mo

Independent living costs in Kenton, OH, vs. state and national averages

Kenton, OH
$3,869/mo
$3,978/mo
U.S. national average
$4,162/mo

Independent living costs in Kenton, OH, vs. other senior living options

$4,575/mo
Independent Living
$3,869/mo

Independent living costs in Kenton, OH, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,814/mo
Studio
$4,784/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,963/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,118/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$2,880/mo

Senior living costs in Kenton 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: Kenton, OH
Column state: Ohio
Column national: U.S.
Community typeKenton, OHOhioU.S.
Independent Living$3,869/mo$3,978/mo$4,162/mo
Assisted Living$4,826/mo$4,889/mo$4,705/mo
Memory Care$4,575/mo$4,898/mo$4,956/mo
Independent Living
Kenton, OH:$3,869/mo
Ohio:$3,978/mo
U.S.:$4,162/mo
Assisted Living
Kenton, OH:$4,826/mo
Ohio:$4,889/mo
U.S.:$4,705/mo
Memory Care
Kenton, OH:$4,575/mo
Ohio:$4,898/mo
U.S.:$4,956/mo
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Independent living costs in Kenton, OH, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Kenton 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
Kenton, OH$3,187/mo$2,555/mo+24.7%
Ohio$2,832/mo$2,952/mo-4.0%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
Kenton, OH
2024 average cost:$3,187/mo
2023 average cost:$2,555/mo
Percent change:+24.7%
Ohio
2024 average cost:$2,832/mo
2023 average cost:$2,952/mo
Percent change:-4.0%
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 Kenton

Recent reviews for independent living in Kenton

Otterbein Cridersville SeniorLife Community

5.0
Our experience so far with Otterbein SeniorLife has been 5++. They had availability when we needed it and they made the entire process come together really easily. The meal are very good, they have plenty of choices to pick from. The activities are great - they offer up a really good variety. ...
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Wellington Village in Hilliard, OH

5.0
I liked the amount of space in the apartment and it was close to my sister. And was impressed with the cleanliness of the place and the furnishings in the com spaces. I enjoy the activities and everyone is friendly and have made new friends.

Carriage Court of Marysville

4.0
The staff at Carriage Court is excellent! They all seem to really like their jobs and it shows with the care that the residents receive.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Modern, brand new facilities. Several reviews mention the benefit of living in a modern, newly built senior community, such as Polaris Community and The Hamlet on Darby. Residents appreciate the cleanliness and updated amenities, like StoryPoint Powell South and The Hamlet on Darby who praise the beautiful sunrises and w ...
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Helpful, friendly staff. Reviews consistently highlight the kindness and attentiveness of staff members. Families at StoryPoint Powell South, The Bristol, and Stone Oak Retirement Community express gratitude for the friendliness and support they've received from the community staff.
Variety of activities and entertainment. Active seniors enjoy the wide range of activities offered in communities like Stone Oak Retirement Community, The Villas at Sheriden, and The Polaris Community. Residents participate in games, puzzles, painting, and more, as well as outings to museums and parks.
Comfortable, spacious living areas. Many residents find their apartments and common areas to be clean, spacious, and comfortable. The Polaris Community, StoryPoint Powell South, and Verena at Hilliard all mention the size and natural light of their living quarters.
Flexible dining options. Some communities offer more choice when it comes to meals and dining experiences. Residents at StoryPoint Powell South, Verena at Hilliard, and Brookdale Trillium Crossing share their satisfaction with the food, but emphasize the importance of accommodating dietary needs and preferences.
Secure and safe environment. Safety is a priority for many seniors and their families. Communities like StoryPoint Powell South, Stone Oak Retirement Community, and Otterbein Cridersville SeniorLife Community assure peace of mind by providing secure entrances, emergency response systems, and caring staff.
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Kenton independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Kenton independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Kenton, 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 Kenton 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 Kenton 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
35.6%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
33.1%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
30%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
34.4%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
18.1%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Kenton 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 Kenton communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Kenton, OHNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
30.6%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
40%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
35.6%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
20.6%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Kenton 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 Kenton offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
41.9%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
30%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
26.9%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
39.4%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
47.5%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
51.2%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
40%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
34.4%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
33.8%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
45.6%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
42.5%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
26.3%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
28.1%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
41.9%
46.4%
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