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The cost of independent living in Oakland is about $3,305 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 238 options. Read 3946 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.
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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The Inn at Summit trail is certainly a nice place to be. It’s brand new, and it’s in a very nice, open air spot that is easily accessible. It is beautiful. Whoever decorated it has extremely good taste. I...
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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There are not enough good things I can say about Hoover Haus. They are top-notch in their care. They treat all their residents with such respect and dignity. They were essential in making my mother's last...
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.
Hoover Haus is an Assisted Living Center dedicated to making it 'Your Haus'. The Center is owned and operated by Grove City Residents. The building was purchased, newly renovated, and decorated to create a homelike environment and provide the services You Need & Desire.
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Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
IMPORTANT: THIS IS ACTIVE ADULT LIVING. WE DO NOT PROVIDE MEALS OR HEALTHCARE. PLEASE NOTE PRICING OF RENTS ($2000-$3000/MO) TO REFER APPROPRIATE PROSPECTIVE RESIDENTS.
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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: 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
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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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: 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.
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
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: 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: 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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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...
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.
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...

Cost of independent living in Oakland, OH

The average cost of senior living in Oakland is $3,305 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Lancaster, OH with an average of $2,776 per month.

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

Oakland, OH
$3,305/mo
$3,306/mo

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

Oakland, OH
$3,305/mo
$4,018/mo
U.S. national average
$4,212/mo

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

$4,749/mo
Independent Living
$3,305/mo

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

Semi-Private
$2,795/mo
Studio
$3,310/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,814/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,670/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,757/mo

Senior living costs in Oakland 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: Oakland, OH
Column state: Ohio
Column national: U.S.
Community typeOakland, OHOhioU.S.
Independent Living$3,305/mo$4,018/mo$4,212/mo
Assisted Living$4,941/mo$4,929/mo$4,752/mo
Memory Care$4,749/mo$4,942/mo$5,014/mo
Independent Living
Oakland, OH:$3,305/mo
Ohio:$4,018/mo
U.S.:$4,212/mo
Assisted Living
Oakland, OH:$4,941/mo
Ohio:$4,929/mo
U.S.:$4,752/mo
Memory Care
Oakland, OH:$4,749/mo
Ohio:$4,942/mo
U.S.:$5,014/mo
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Independent living costs in Oakland, OH, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Oakland 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
Oakland, OH$3,160/mo$2,921/mo+8.2%
Ohio$2,849/mo$2,966/mo-3.9%
National$3,259/mo$3,168/mo+2.9%
Oakland, OH
2024 average cost:$3,160/mo
2023 average cost:$2,921/mo
Percent change:+8.2%
Ohio
2024 average cost:$2,849/mo
2023 average cost:$2,966/mo
Percent change:-3.9%
National
2024 average cost:$3,259/mo
2023 average cost:$3,168/mo
Percent change:+2.9%
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Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

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What families are saying about independent living in Oakland

Recent reviews for independent living in Oakland

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

Friendly and helpful staff. Numerous reviews highlight the kindness and attentiveness of the staff at various communities, such as The Polaris Community and StoryPoint Powell South, where residents and their families express deep appreciation for the long-term relationships they've built with caregivers.
Varied activities tailored to residents' interests. Residents at communities like Friendship Village of Dublin, a CCRC and Rittenhouse Village Gahanna enjoy the diverse range of activities offered to keep them engaged and active. These include arts and crafts, card games, water aerobics, and bingo, among others.
Nourishing and tasty meals. High-quality food is a consistent theme in reviews, with residents at StoryPoint Powell South and StoryPoint Pickerington praising the delicious and nutritious meals, which cater to various dietary restrictions and preferences.
Thoughtfully maintained living spaces. Many reviews commend the cleanliness and upkeep of the communities, highlighting the attention given to private apartments and common areas, as seen at The Bristol and Brookdale Trillium Crossing.
Engaging social atmosphere. Reviews for communities like Westerwood (Friendship Village Columbus) and StoryPoint Powell South highlight the importance of social interaction and the friendships developed among residents, many of whom express a sense of belonging and community.
Accessible and supportive health care services. Residents and their families at StoryPoint Grove City and Stone Oak Retirement Community mention the convenience of having health care services available on-site, allowing for peace of mind and quick response to medical needs.
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Oakland independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Oakland independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Oakland, 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 Oakland 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 Oakland partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Oakland, OHNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
30.2%
20.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
30.2%
34.8%
No sugar
No sugar
27%
31.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
29.8%
33.9%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
14%
10.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Oakland 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 Oakland communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Oakland, OHNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
30.7%
36.9%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
37.7%
43.8%
Room service
Room service
31.6%
37.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
16.7%
17.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Oakland 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 Oakland offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Oakland, OHNational
Activity director
Activity director
40.9%
45.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
26.5%
28.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
28.4%
33.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
40.5%
47.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
46.5%
49.2%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
55.3%
54.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
37.2%
43.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
34.9%
38.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
35.3%
42.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
42.8%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
40.9%
47.2%
Dances
Dances
25.6%
33.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
32.1%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
40.9%
46.8%
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