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The cost of independent living in Northfield is about $3,598 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 56 options. Read 1118 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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Welcome to Vista Springs Ravinia Estate!Welcome to Vista Springs Ravinia Estate, a luxury resort-style retirement community where community members live every day with passion and inspiration. Our Full of Life philosophy transforms expectations of retirement living into experiences that are truly...
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When you move into assisted living it is assumed you are going to need assistance. They don't go by levels, which is great. It's hard to get in unless you come from skilled nursing, or if you start in the...
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.
At Laurel Lake Retirement Community in Hudson, you'll find a remarkable lifestyle complemented by peace of mind and value. Laurel Lake's unique blend of prime location, natural beauty, customizable homes and outstanding amenities is designed to provide a rewarding lifestyle for you or your loved...
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This community worked out for us due to the location of where it was at. My loved one was part of the rehab and the skilled nursing and it worked out well for us.
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.
The humble beginnings of The Campus of Anna Maria of Aurora began over 57 years ago when Bob and Loretta Norton had a vision – assisting their family members as they aged. Wanting his mother and aunt living closer, Bob purchased an available house and land at 889 North Aurora Road. A small...
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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.
Shaker Gardens Retirement Community offers  a continuum of care based on the level of assistance and services required for our residents. Our community provides a broad range of lifestyle, service and care options including independent living, assisted living and skilled nursing care....
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The Atrium is a community of caring individuals - both who work and live there. The staff are incredibly friendly and caring and go above and beyond to make everyone truly feel at home. The kitchen staff...
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.
The Atrium of Anna Maria is a senior living community located in Aurora, Ohio, in Portage County and home to just over 16,000 people. Aurora is a small city with park-like settings and golf access in the Akron area, with small stores, shops and restaurants. Residents will enjoy taking their...
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floor care is becoming scarce. no activities as far as I'm aware of. When my sister first came back in December of 2022 there were nurses and aids running around everywhere but they're very scarce now…1...
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.
Savor the lifestyle at The Woodlands of Shaker Heights, an Assisted Living and Memory Care community in Shaker Heights, Ohio, that offers a bed-and-breakfast-style environment. Our residents are warmhearted, interesting people who enjoy the freedom of Assisted Living — freedom from the worries...
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The facility is very modern and well kept. The apartment size is OK and again very clean and well kept. From the meals. I ate there and my conversations with my sister, the food and dining experience is...
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.
Welcome to StoryPoint Shaker Heights! This isn’t just a place to reside — it’s a place where our community members truly shine, and we are glad to share this experience with them. Our senior living options include assisted living and memory care. Throughout each service level, we strive to make...
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My loved one, seems to like the food. They keep my loved one, busy and working with the activies. They enjoy the activities. it's a really nice place, and good value for the money. It's a great place. My...
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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.
Hamlet Village offers the very best in retirement lifestyles. Our 47- acre campus in the heart of Chagrin Falls offers a wonderful journey through the seasons, contently located near charming village shops and restaurants. With affordable, maintenance — free spacious apartments to choose from,...
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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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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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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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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.
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I moved in Newport Square in Warrensville Hts, OH on [date removed], 2022. Since I moved in, I have contacted the manager several times and she has always been so patient and very professional in answering...
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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.
Newport Square, unsurpassed in quality, convenience and specifically designed for adults 55 and over. These gracious, luxury two bedroom ranch-style apartments with attached garage offer the best in one-floor living.Each apartment home boasts over 1,100 square feet of living space with private...
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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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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.

Cost of independent living in Northfield, OH

The average cost of senior living in Northfield is $3,598 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Seven Hills, OH with an average of $3,530 per month.

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

Northfield, OH
$3,598/mo
$3,610/mo

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

Northfield, OH
$3,598/mo
$3,967/mo
U.S. national average
$4,153/mo

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

$4,858/mo
Independent Living
$3,598/mo

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

Semi-Private
$5,069/mo
Studio
$5,176/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,181/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,303/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,125/mo

Senior living costs in Northfield 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: Northfield, OH
Column state: Ohio
Column national: U.S.
Community typeNorthfield, OHOhioU.S.
Independent Living$3,598/mo$3,967/mo$4,153/mo
Assisted Living$4,706/mo$4,879/mo$4,698/mo
Memory Care$4,858/mo$4,887/mo$4,946/mo
Independent Living
Northfield, OH:$3,598/mo
Ohio:$3,967/mo
U.S.:$4,153/mo
Assisted Living
Northfield, OH:$4,706/mo
Ohio:$4,879/mo
U.S.:$4,698/mo
Memory Care
Northfield, OH:$4,858/mo
Ohio:$4,887/mo
U.S.:$4,946/mo
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Independent living costs in Northfield, OH, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Northfield 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
Northfield, OH$3,633/mo$3,570/mo+1.8%
Ohio$2,895/mo$2,961/mo-2.2%
National$3,246/mo$3,151/mo+3.0%
Northfield, OH
2024 average cost:$3,633/mo
2023 average cost:$3,570/mo
Percent change:+1.8%
Ohio
2024 average cost:$2,895/mo
2023 average cost:$2,961/mo
Percent change:-2.2%
National
2024 average cost:$3,246/mo
2023 average cost:$3,151/mo
Percent change:+3.0%
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What families are saying about independent living in Northfield

Recent reviews for independent living in Northfield

Westerly Apartments in Lakewood, OH

4.7
The Westerly has many resources and a community spirit. Maintenance items are addressed professionally and efficiently. I really like my walk in shower with grab bars!

Vitalia Active Adult Community at Solon

4.7
Very friendly staff. Very helpful and compassionate. They need more help in the kitchen. Sometimes there is only 1 chef at dinner.

Cedar Living in Mayfield Heights, OH

4.0
During our loved ones stay they did a really good job keeping our loved one in a pretty good state and were really good about redirecting our loved one when needed. The activities from what we saw seemed to be fine and as far as the care and interaction that was all pretty good. They were ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Passionate and skilled chefs preparing delicious meals. Many reviews praise the exceptional culinary experiences at the community, with residents and families expressing their appreciation for the variety and quality of meals at The Atrium at Anna Maria. The dedicated chefs put great effort into catering to individual preferences and dietary requir ...
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Friendly and caring community staff. Numerous reviews highlight the kind and attentive nature of the staff at various communities, such as The Atrium at Anna Maria, making residents and their families feel welcome and supported.
Engaging activities for residents. Residents find enjoyment in the wide range of activities offered at several communities, including Vitalia Rockside, which organizes themed foods for holidays and fun activities that keep residents socially engaged.
Thoughtfully designed private spaces. Reviews at Vitalia Rockside mention the convenience of having a full kitchen within their loved one's villa apartment, allowing them to maintain their independence and cook their own meals.
Well-maintained community facilities. Throughout reviews, residents and families emphasize the cleanliness and upkeep of communities like Hamlet at Chagrin Falls, where they appreciate the tranquil and wooded setting and the well-maintained facilities.
Comprehensive care options for varying needs. Residents and families mention the peace of mind they feel knowing that their care needs will be met at communities like Independence Village of Aurora, which offers a range of care levels from independent living to assisted living.
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Northfield independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Northfield independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Northfield, 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 Northfield 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 Northfield 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
60.9%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
58.7%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
47.8%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
43.5%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
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Availability of select dining options in Northfield 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 Northfield communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
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Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
60.9%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
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37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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Availability of select programs and activities in Northfield 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 Northfield offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
71.7%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
43.5%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
60.9%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
63%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
71.7%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
76.1%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
58.7%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
60.9%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
63%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
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47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
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46.8%
Dances
Dances
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Fitness center
Fitness center
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Fitness classes
Fitness classes
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