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The cost of independent living in Mechanicsburg is about $3,521 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 334 options. Read 5616 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.
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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: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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I am absolutely thrilled with this place. If they don't have someone at the desk you have to have the security code to get in. You can intercom to the room of the person you came to see and they can buzz you...
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.
Welcome to Riverside Landing at Delaware Place, a community of newly constructed villas and a 4-story elevator-served midrise building with one- and two-bedroom apartment homes designed and built especially for adults 55 and older. With our professional on-site management and service staff, we...
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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.
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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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This is a very nice community for my mom's care.The staff are nice and respectful to her needs. She is happy with being active with the activites. The meals are appealing to her needs. We would recommend the...
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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.
Bollinger Tower is a comfortable and affordable senior housing complex located in Columbus, Franklin County, Ohio. Bollinger Tower is a great choice for anyone looking for a secure and relaxing place to call home. Home to several large corporations and Ohio State University, Columbus is an active...
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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.
Alpine House is dedicated to the health, dignity, and comfort of each of our potential 16 residents providing … ~Private room & bath~3 home-cooked diet friendly meals~Social activities~Laundry & Housekeeping~Monitored Meds & Showers~All our services for 1 reasonable monthly price (no...
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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.
Upside is truly an exclusive opportunity to live independently on your own terms. We offer luxury living options with over 2,500+ apartments in our network across the country alongside a dedicated and experienced personal concierge support system. Upside is a uniquely designed senior...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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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.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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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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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.
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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: 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.
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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.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.

Cost of independent living in Mechanicsburg, OH

The average cost of senior living in Mechanicsburg is $3,521 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Dublin, OH with an average of $3,300 per month.

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

Mechanicsburg, OH
$3,521/mo
$4,136/mo
$3,884/mo

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

Mechanicsburg, OH
$3,521/mo
$3,987/mo
U.S. national average
$4,173/mo

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

$4,603/mo
Independent Living
$3,521/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,498/mo
Studio
$4,916/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,779/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,098/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,368/mo

Senior living costs in Mechanicsburg 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: Mechanicsburg, OH
Column state: Ohio
Column national: U.S.
Community typeMechanicsburg, OHOhioU.S.
Independent Living$3,521/mo$3,987/mo$4,173/mo
Assisted Living$4,826/mo$4,900/mo$4,716/mo
Memory Care$4,603/mo$4,910/mo$4,970/mo
Independent Living
Mechanicsburg, OH:$3,521/mo
Ohio:$3,987/mo
U.S.:$4,173/mo
Assisted Living
Mechanicsburg, OH:$4,826/mo
Ohio:$4,900/mo
U.S.:$4,716/mo
Memory Care
Mechanicsburg, OH:$4,603/mo
Ohio:$4,910/mo
U.S.:$4,970/mo
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Independent living costs in Mechanicsburg, OH, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Mechanicsburg 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
Mechanicsburg, OH$2,818/mo$2,883/mo-2.2%
Ohio$2,849/mo$2,955/mo-3.6%
National$3,257/mo$3,166/mo+2.9%
Mechanicsburg, OH
2024 average cost:$2,818/mo
2023 average cost:$2,883/mo
Percent change:-2.2%
Ohio
2024 average cost:$2,849/mo
2023 average cost:$2,955/mo
Percent change:-3.6%
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2024 average cost:$3,257/mo
2023 average cost:$3,166/mo
Percent change:+2.9%
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What families are saying about independent living in Mechanicsburg

Recent reviews for independent living in Mechanicsburg

Capital City Hospice in Columbus, OH

5.0
We were very fortunate that The Inn was able to arrange for my dad's hospice care with Capital City Hospice while he was there. They were so very helpful and kind and they helped my mother and myself as well as my dad. I would definitely recommend them

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.

Paramount Senior Living at Westerville

4.7
We chose Paramount Senior Living because it was smaller facility that is very clean and is seems like they try to make it very home like rather than institutional. The dining area is more like a dining room you would sit in at home instead of a cafeteria. Overall I would recommend to others ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Warm and welcoming staff and residents. Reviews consistently mention the friendly and welcoming nature of both staff and residents across multiple communities. For instance, at StoryPoint Powell South, residents enjoy the camaraderie and social atmosphere, while at Trinity Community at Miami Township, the helpfulness and kindness ...
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Variety of activities for social engagement. Residents find joy in the range of social activities offered, such as bingo, chair volleyball, and Bible studies, which help keep them active and engaged. At Rittenhouse Village Gahanna, residents appreciate the opportunities for group activities and weekly lunch outings.
Attentive and responsive staff. Families value the attentiveness and quick response of staff in addressing concerns or issues. For example, at StoryPoint Grove City, staff went above and beyond to help furnish an apartment for a new resident and even bought them clothes. In addition, at StoryPoint Powell South, the staff's ...
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High-quality meals and dining experiences. Many reviews highlight the importance of quality meals in overall satisfaction with their senior living community. At StoryPoint Grove City, the kitchen is under new management, resulting in improved meals, while at 10 Wilmington Place, the food is described as 'decent' to 'very good' and pr ...
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Safe and well-maintained facilities. Reviews frequently praise the cleanliness and upkeep of communal areas, both indoors and outdoors. In communities such as Rittenhouse Village Gahanna and The Polaris Community, residents and families feel reassured by the safety measures in place and the regular maintenance.
Supportive and inclusive community culture. Residents express gratitude for the sense of community and support they have found in their new homes. For instance, at StoryPoint Grove City, residents were treated like 'royalty' and made lifelong friends, while at 10 Wilmington Place, the atmosphere is described as a 'peaceful community w ...
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Mechanicsburg independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Mechanicsburg independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Mechanicsburg, 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 Mechanicsburg 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 Mechanicsburg 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
32.7%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
31.3%
34.5%
No sugar
No sugar
27.3%
31%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
32%
33.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
17.7%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Mechanicsburg 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 Mechanicsburg communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Mechanicsburg, OHNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
30.3%
36.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
38.7%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
32%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
17.3%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Mechanicsburg 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 Mechanicsburg offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Mechanicsburg, OHNational
Activity director
Activity director
44%
45.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
28.7%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
28.7%
33.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
40.7%
47.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
49.7%
49%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
55.7%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
39%
43%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
34%
38.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
36%
41.9%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
46.3%
47.2%
Live performances
Live performances
43.7%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
27%
33.1%
Fitness center
Fitness center
33.7%
39.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
42.7%
46.5%
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