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The cost of independent living in Monterey is about $4,116 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 234 options. Read 4605 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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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
LaSalette Gardens Apartments in an affordable senior apartments community located in the city of Covington, Kenton County, Kentucky. Of the 76 units available, 50 are assisted and designed for seniors. Some are under Hud guidelines, others are not. LaSalette Gardens is located near shopping,...
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Living here at Panorama is a convenient. Comfortable and affordable place to call home. Our office staff is always friendly and accommodating. Maintenance is efficient and prompt to any problems. They...
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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.
Panorama Apartments is a retirement community for independent seniors located in a re-developed area of Covington, Kentucky.  It offers views of the Ohio River and the Cincinnati, Ohio skyline in addition to many amenities.  Panorama is convenient to transportation, groceries, banks and...
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My daughter and I am very pleased with the services we have received from this community. We know my wife is safe, and in good hands when she is here. I'am comfortable with her staying here while I go handle...
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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.
St. Charles Community is sponsored by the Sisters of Notre Dame. We have been serving the Senior population for well over 50 years. St. Charles began as a Skilled Nursing facility and now provides many levels of care to the seniors in our community. These levels include independent living in our...
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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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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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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.
Established in 1899 as a pioneering mission of five Methodist Conferences, Twin Towers combines the unique charm of historic buildings with innovative programs and modern amenities to offer an unparalleled lifestyle for today's seniors. Along with the best of campus amenities, we offer the finest...
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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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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.
Newly renovated senior apartment homes are now available at our convenient Westwood location. Maintenance free living and a professional, caring staff await you. We work hard to build lasting relationships with each and every member of our community by offering clean, affordable apartment homes...
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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.
Senior 62+ and/or Disabled, Section 8 PropertyRent is based on 30% of income.Floor Plan1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 555 Sq. Ft.Amenities and FeaturesAppliances IncludedCommunity RoomLaundry FacilityService CoordinatorUtilities IncludedEqual Housing Opportunity.
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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.
Twin Quail ApartmentsTwin Quail Apartments is a senior apartment complex that is located in the interesting and vibrant city of Cincinnati, Hamilton County, Ohio. This scenic city is located at the confluence of the Ohio and Licking Rivers. There are numerous shopping and dining opportunities,...
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.
Quaker Heights Care CommunityQuaker Heights Care Community is an assisted living community located in Waynesville, Warren County, Ohio. Waynesville, which is a village situated at the crossroads of U.S. Route 42 and State Route 73, is widely known for its abundance of antique shops and its annual...
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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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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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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.
At Airy Hills at North Bend Crossing, convenient care services and luxury senior living amenities combine to create the engaging, worry-free lifestyle you desire. Here, your monthly rent includes everything from services and amenities to social, cultural and recreational opportunities with access...
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The staff gave a wonderful tour of the community. This would have been my first choice except that the apt was just too small for what I was looking for. The community was beautiful and the pricing was...
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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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They are overcrowded, but I think they all are. It means a lot when the nurse comes in and gives them a hug and a kiss on the cheek. He would just get the biggest smile. Anything he needed they gave him....
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
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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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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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.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
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It's been real good. She's happy there. The food is good. The laundry missing is the only problem. It was nicer than the rest of the ones we saw, and it was small we liked the size of it.
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.
When it is time to find a senior center for someone you love, it is hard to know which place will give them the loving atmosphere they need; while giving you the peace of mind you need to know that you made the right decision. Close to Home is a Wisconsin based Senior Living Center that offers...
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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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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.
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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.

Cost of independent living in Monterey, OH

The average cost of senior living in Monterey is $4,116 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Hamersville, OH with an average of $3,221 per month.

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

Monterey, OH
$4,116/mo

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

Monterey, OH
$4,116/mo
$4,018/mo
U.S. national average
$4,212/mo

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

$5,156/mo
Independent Living
$4,116/mo

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

Semi-Private
$2,275/mo
Studio
$2,871/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,559/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,546/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,154/mo

Senior living costs in Monterey 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: Monterey, OH
Column state: Ohio
Column national: U.S.
Community typeMonterey, OHOhioU.S.
Independent Living$4,116/mo$4,018/mo$4,212/mo
Assisted Living$5,242/mo$4,930/mo$4,753/mo
Memory Care$5,156/mo$4,943/mo$5,014/mo
Independent Living
Monterey, OH:$4,116/mo
Ohio:$4,018/mo
U.S.:$4,212/mo
Assisted Living
Monterey, OH:$5,242/mo
Ohio:$4,930/mo
U.S.:$4,753/mo
Memory Care
Monterey, OH:$5,156/mo
Ohio:$4,943/mo
U.S.:$5,014/mo
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Independent living costs in Monterey, OH, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Monterey 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
Monterey, OH$2,738/mo$3,147/mo-13.0%
Ohio$2,849/mo$2,966/mo-3.9%
National$3,259/mo$3,168/mo+2.9%
Monterey, OH
2024 average cost:$2,738/mo
2023 average cost:$3,147/mo
Percent change:-13.0%
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2024 average cost:$2,849/mo
2023 average cost:$2,966/mo
Percent change:-3.9%
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2024 average cost:$3,259/mo
2023 average cost:$3,168/mo
Percent change:+2.9%
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What families are saying about independent living in Monterey

Recent reviews for independent living in Monterey

Eastgate Village in Cincinnati, OH

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We are happy that our mom feels safe, comfortable, and she absolutely loves the facility and staff, thank you Eastgate Village for the peace of mind she has and our family, too!!! We have nothing goos to say about Eastgate Village and would recommend them to anyone facing a similar situation ...
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Serene Suites Premier Memory Care and Assisted Living in Cincinnati, OH

3.4
My wife is now the COO so my opinion is biased. She also took care of my mother there for a year and knows what needs improvement. She is actively working to improve everything about the place. Overall, I would say it is better than most places. Certainly better than the ones we toured ...
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Miller Farm Place in Dayton, OH

3.9
The care received is great, I the nurses and staff are wonderful. That is why I decided to take my Dad there. The facility needs to be updated for what the cost is. My experience has definitely been overwhelming, this was a very hard decision for me. I would recommend them.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Friendly and helpful staff. Many reviews mention the kindness and attentiveness of the staff at various communities. For example, at Trinity Community at Miami Township, a resident's family expresses appreciation for the staff's involvement in their loved one's life and the warmth they show towards residents and their fa ...
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Engaging activities and events. Reviews consistently highlight the variety of activities offered at senior living communities, with families praising the opportunities for socializing and staying active. For instance, at 10 Wilmington Place, residents enjoy a range of activities from card games to movie nights, while those a ...
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Clean and well-maintained living spaces. Several reviews mention the importance of cleanliness and upkeep, whether it's for the private rooms or common areas. Residents of Ivy Knoll A Caring Senior Community praise the facility's immaculate appearance, while those at Legacy Living of Florence appreciate the garden-like grounds and ...
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Customizable dining experiences. Throughout the reviews, quality meals and personalized dining experiences are mentioned as major factors in residents' overall satisfaction. For example, at Deerfield Springs Retirement Resort, some residents express dissatisfaction with the meals, while others laud the flexibility to choose f ...
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Supportive and communicative staff. Families frequently comment on the open communication between staff and residents, as well as the availability of updates and information. For instance, at Cottingham Retirement Community, the staff are praised for their responsiveness to inquiries and the ease of moving-in process, while at ...
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Safe and secure environment. Reviews often mention the peace of mind that comes with a safe and secure living environment. For example, at Ivy Knoll A Caring Senior Community, the 24-hour security and emergency response systems provide comfort for families, while those at Traditions of Lebanon express gratitude for the ...
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Monterey independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Monterey independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Monterey, 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 Monterey 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 Monterey 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
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Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
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34.8%
No sugar
No sugar
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Vegetarian
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Pureed meals
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Availability of select dining options in Monterey 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 Monterey communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
38.7%
36.9%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
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43.8%
Room service
Room service
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37.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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Availability of select programs and activities in Monterey 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 Monterey offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
48.1%
45.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
29.7%
28.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
30.7%
33.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
50%
47.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
51.9%
49.2%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
55.7%
54.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
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43.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
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38.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
44.3%
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Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
49.1%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
49.1%
47.2%
Dances
Dances
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Fitness center
Fitness center
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Frequently Asked Questions

Provision Living at West Clermont near Eastgate, StoryPoint Union and Deerfield Springs Retirement Resort are the top-rated independent living facilities near Monterey, Ohio. See full list of communities.
There are 234 independent living facilities near Monterey, Ohio. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Monterey, Ohio are StoryPoint Union, Deerfield Springs Retirement Resort and 10 Wilmington Place. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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