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The cost of independent living in Sylvania is about $3,206 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 237 options.

Read 5366 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. You may also consider nearby communities such as Toledo, Maumee and Oregon.

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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.
The mission of Fairfax Manor is to promote the well-being of each resident by providing meaningful experiences, with a focus on enhancing and maximizing independence. It is our goal to nurture the body, mind and spirit, while emphasizing the dignity and value of each individual. Fairfax Manor 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.
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.
Located at the corner of Huron and Fourth Streets, Courthouse Square is in the heart of downtown Ann Arbor. With the bus stop right outside our front door, transportation is very convenient. Residents 55+ can enjoy the short stroll to Kerrytown Mall, the Farmers Market and other popular downtown...
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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.
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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: 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.
The Commons at The Villages of Taylor is an independent senior community for those 55 and better!!! We offer an Internet cafe', billiards room, library, game room, theater and more!!!! We are located close to expressways and shopping! Come see your new home here at The Commons!!
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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.
Find out why retirees are flocking to the assisted living community of Homestead Pardee in the Downriver area of Taylor, Michigan. Many people have decided to call Taylor home because of its excellent recreational activities, safe and comfortable neighborhoods, and large assortment of shops to...
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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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We're very pleased with this place, so far it has been everything that we've hoped for. The aides and care staff take great care of her and the manager, Roslyn, has been great to work with. The staff and 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.
HOLIDAY SPECIALS! CALL NOW FOR DETAILS!Are you looking for the best independent affordable senior living option in the Down River area? If so, The Meadows of Southgate Senior Apartment Community is the answer. At the Meadows, seniors 55+ can take advantage of roomy one and two-bedroom apartments...
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Provides: Memory Care, Independent Living
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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.
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: 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.
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: 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: 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
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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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I am looking forward to the move I am going to make into this community. The staff have been helpful and understanding to my situation and I looking forward to what is to come in my living environment.
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.
Wayne Tower Apartments is a senior housing complex located in the vibrant city of Wayne in Wayne County, Michigan. With an incredible sense of community in a safe and friendly neighborhood, Wayne Tower Apartments is a wonderful choice for your new home. Wayne is an active and interesting city...
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We needed to find a skilled nursing facility on short notice to care for my brother who was being released from the hospital with a terminal diagnosis. We were fortunate to find Maplewood Manor. The...
Provides: Assisted 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.
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.
Step into a community that has your best interests at heart! Maple Manor of Wayne introduces affordable senior housing with exceptional services and amenities that are thoughtfully tailored to your needs. Our services are designed to support and foster each resident's valued independence without...
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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 Sylvania, OH

The average cost of senior living in Sylvania is $3,206 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Clay Center, OH with an average of $2,706 per month.

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

Sylvania, OH
$3,206/mo
$3,176/mo
U.S. national average
$3,532/mo

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

$6,988/mo
Independent Living
$3,206/mo

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

Studio
$2,865/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,566/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,383/mo

Senior living costs in Sylvania 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: Sylvania, OH
Column state: Ohio
Column national: U.S.
Community typeSylvania, OHOhioU.S.
Independent Living$3,206/mo$3,176/mo$3,532/mo
Assisted Living$5,316/mo$5,793/mo$5,909/mo
Memory Care$6,988/mo$6,922/mo$7,121/mo
Independent Living
Sylvania, OH:$3,206/mo
Ohio:$3,176/mo
U.S.:$3,532/mo
Assisted Living
Sylvania, OH:$5,316/mo
Ohio:$5,793/mo
U.S.:$5,909/mo
Memory Care
Sylvania, OH:$6,988/mo
Ohio:$6,922/mo
U.S.:$7,121/mo
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Independent living costs in Sylvania, OH, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Sylvania 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 average 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
Sylvania, OH$2,852/mo$2,946/mo-3.2%
Ohio$2,966/mo$3,007/mo-1.4%
National$3,416/mo$3,319/mo+2.9%
Sylvania, OH
2024 average cost:$2,852/mo
2023 average cost:$2,946/mo
Percent change:-3.2%
Ohio
2024 average cost:$2,966/mo
2023 average cost:$3,007/mo
Percent change:-1.4%
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2024 average cost:$3,416/mo
2023 average cost:$3,319/mo
Percent change:+2.9%
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What families are saying about independent living in Sylvania

Recent reviews for independent living in Sylvania

Aviva Glendale Assisted Living in Toledo, OH

3.8
My mother really liked it here for the time she stayed which was about 4 months. But I don't think she realized she didn't need to be in an assisted living facility from that point on. It was great for her when she got out of the hospital but not necessary for her to continue living there. All ...
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Chelsea Retirement Community

5.0
My father was originally here for Rehab, but when a room opened up on the permanent side, we moved him in. the staff is so caring and welcoming. My sister visits him often and she is thrilled with the way things are going. The place is clean and not as nice as other places, but the care is over ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Warm and welcoming community atmosphere. Several reviews from Genesis Village and Holiday Alexis Gardens mention the friendly and inviting nature of the staff and residents at their communities. New residents, such as those who moved in at Genesis Village and Holiday Alexis Gardens, were immediately welcomed and found it easy t ...
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Varied activities and social opportunities. Activities and social events were a common theme across many reviews, including those at Genesis Village and Holiday Alexis Gardens. Residents enjoy a range of activities, from bingo to movie nights, as well as opportunities to participate in outings and community events.
Quality dining experiences. Food quality was a topic of discussion in reviews for Genesis Village and Holiday Alexis Gardens. While some residents appreciated the meals, others suggested improvements. However, the overall sentiment was that meals were an important part of community life.
Affordable pricing and inclusive amenities. Cost and value were mentioned in reviews for Genesis Village, Holiday Alexis Gardens, and StoryPoint Waterville. Some residents noted that their communities provided all utilities, cable, and three meals a day for an inclusive price, making it a financially attractive option.
Professional and caring staff. Staff commitment and care were highlighted in reviews for Genesis Village, StoryPoint Waterville, and Ohio Living Swan Creek. Residents and their families reported positive experiences with staff members, noting their dedication and attentiveness to residents' needs.
Reliable communal spaces. Reviews for Genesis Village, Holiday Alexis Gardens, and Village Meadows mentioned the cleanliness and maintenance of common areas, such as community rooms and outdoor spaces. Residents appreciated these areas for socializing and activities.
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Sylvania independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Sylvania independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Sylvania, 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 Sylvania 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 Sylvania partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Sylvania, OHNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
18.6%
21.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
33.8%
35.8%
No sugar
No sugar
28.3%
32%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
29.1%
34.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
16.9%
11.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Sylvania 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 Sylvania communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
24.5%
37.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
35%
44.8%
Room service
Room service
31.6%
38.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
12.2%
17.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Sylvania 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 Sylvania offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Sylvania, OHNational
Activity director
Activity director
42.6%
46.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
28.7%
29.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
26.2%
34.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
38.8%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
46%
50.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
44.3%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
33.3%
44.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
35.9%
39.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
35%
43.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
41.8%
48.4%
Live performances
Live performances
41.8%
48.1%
Dances
Dances
29.1%
34.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
23.2%
40.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
40.9%
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Genesis Village, Trustwell Living at Kingsbury Place and Brookdale Adrian are the top-rated independent living facilities near Sylvania, Ohio. See full list of communities.
There are 237 independent living facilities near Sylvania, Ohio. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Sylvania, Ohio are Genesis Village, Trustwell Living at Kingsbury Place and Brookdale Adrian. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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