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The cost of independent living in Upper Arlington is about $3,312 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 109 options. Read 1838 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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Photo of Olentangy Senior Living (Opening Late 2023)
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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My husband is doing very well here, he has settled into his apt and the staff has been very friendly and helpful. My husband likes going to the dining room and they have a nice menu for him to choose from...
Provides: Assisted Living
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.
Abbington of Arlington began operations in July of 1998. This single-story community consists of 44 residential units, abundant common area amenities, beautiful interior courtyard as well as walking paths. Abbington of Arlington is located in the Northwest Columbus/Upper Arlington area on Old...
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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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They were great. It's not real fancy, but it's homey. The meals were over the halfway mark. They treated my husband well, and his room was pretty nice. They had a full shower and bathroom and they were...
Provides: Assisted Living
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.
Photo of Wildwood Village
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Photo of Wesley Glen Retirement Center
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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.
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.
Photo of Uptown Village Inc Ltd
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Photo of Westminster-Thurber Community
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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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
Care types provided by this community
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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Photo of Central Ohio Life Care Center LLC
Provides: Assisted Living
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.
Photo of Stafford Village and Court
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
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: Assisted Living
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.
Photo of National Church Residences Lincoln Village
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I feel good knowing my mom is in excellent care with the wonderful staff that are always available. The community is clean and taken care of. I like knowing that she is offered activities to help her be...
Provides: Assisted Living
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.
National Church Residences Lincoln Village is an assisted living community located near the dynamic city of Columbus, OH. Our community is close enough to where residents and visiting relatives need to be, but it is far enough away to make for a comfortable and soothing atmosphere. It does not...
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Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
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.
The Lincoln Lodge Retirement Residence is conveniently in Lincoln Village-Columbus' far west side-near The Hilltop, Grove City, Hilliard, and New Rome. The Lincoln Lodge residents are largely made up of retirees who lived, worked and raised their families in these communities. When you become a...
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Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Photo of Nazareth Towers
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Photo of Forest Creek
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
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Photo of Alpine House of Columbus
Provides: Assisted Living
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.
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...
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.
Photo of Village Place
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.

Cost of independent living in Upper Arlington, OH

The average cost of senior living in Upper Arlington is $3,312 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include New Albany, OH with an average of $3,240 per month.

Independent living costs in Upper Arlington, OH, vs. nearby cities

Upper Arlington, OH
$3,312/mo

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

Upper Arlington, OH
$3,312/mo
$3,977/mo
U.S. national average
$4,162/mo

Independent living costs in Upper Arlington, OH, vs. other senior living options

$4,960/mo
Independent Living
$3,312/mo

Independent living costs in Upper Arlington, OH, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,311/mo
Studio
$4,871/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,872/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,511/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$2,945/mo

Senior living costs in Upper Arlington 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: Upper Arlington, OH
Column state: Ohio
Column national: U.S.
Community typeUpper Arlington, OHOhioU.S.
Independent Living$3,312/mo$3,977/mo$4,162/mo
Assisted Living$5,165/mo$4,890/mo$4,706/mo
Memory Care$4,960/mo$4,899/mo$4,956/mo
Independent Living
Upper Arlington, OH:$3,312/mo
Ohio:$3,977/mo
U.S.:$4,162/mo
Assisted Living
Upper Arlington, OH:$5,165/mo
Ohio:$4,890/mo
U.S.:$4,706/mo
Memory Care
Upper Arlington, OH:$4,960/mo
Ohio:$4,899/mo
U.S.:$4,956/mo
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Independent living costs in Upper Arlington, OH, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Upper Arlington 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
Upper Arlington, OH$3,330/mo$2,844/mo+17.1%
Ohio$2,832/mo$2,952/mo-4.0%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
Upper Arlington, OH
2024 average cost:$3,330/mo
2023 average cost:$2,844/mo
Percent change:+17.1%
Ohio
2024 average cost:$2,832/mo
2023 average cost:$2,952/mo
Percent change:-4.0%
National
2024 average cost:$3,261/mo
2023 average cost:$3,166/mo
Percent change:+3.0%
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What families are saying about independent living in Upper Arlington

Recent reviews for independent living in Upper Arlington

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. Several reviews praise the kindness and attentiveness of staff members across various communities, such as Westerwood (Friendship Village Columbus), StoryPoint Powell South, and The Polaris Community, where they are described as 'very friendly' and 'always helpful'. Residents and their fam ...
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Wide range of engaging activities. Communities like The Village of Westerville, StoryPoint Powell South, and The Polaris Community offer diverse activities tailored to residents' interests, including arts and crafts, games, musical performances, exercise classes, and social events. These activities help keep residents activ ...
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Delicious and nutritious meals. Nutritious food is a priority at several communities, with reviews from Stone Oak Retirement Community, StoryPoint Gahanna North, and The Polaris Community commenting on the quality and taste of meals. Residents appreciate the chef's accommodations for dietary restrictions and preferences. ...
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Active social community. Reviews from StoryPoint Powell South, Westerville Senior Living, and Verena at Hilliard highlight the importance of social connections in senior living communities. Residents enjoy meeting new friends and participating in activities together, creating a sense of belonging and community.
Effective communication between residents and staff. Frequent and clear communication between residents and staff is crucial for maintaining a positive living experience, as noted in reviews from StoryPoint Powell South, Westerville Senior Living, and The Polaris Community. Staff are responsive to residents' concerns and questions, ensuring ...
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Well-maintained facilities and grounds. Reviews from Stone Oak Retirement Community, StoryPoint Gahanna North, and Harrison on 5th by Senior Star commend the cleanliness and upkeep of their communities' interiors and exteriors. Residents appreciate the attention to detail and commitment to providing a comfortable and visually ap ...
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Upper Arlington independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Upper Arlington independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Upper Arlington, 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 Upper Arlington 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 Upper Arlington 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
32.3%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
34.3%
34.5%
No sugar
No sugar
31.3%
31%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
32.3%
33.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
13.1%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Upper Arlington 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 Upper Arlington communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Upper Arlington, OHNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
33.3%
36.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
36.4%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
29.3%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
15.2%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Upper Arlington 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 Upper Arlington offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Upper Arlington, OHNational
Activity director
Activity director
43.4%
45.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
25.3%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
28.3%
33.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
40.4%
47.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
49.5%
49%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
54.5%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
40.4%
43%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
36.4%
38.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
36.4%
41.9%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
46.5%
47.2%
Live performances
Live performances
41.4%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
25.3%
33.1%
Fitness center
Fitness center
34.3%
39.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
42.4%
46.5%
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Frequently Asked Questions

The Coventry, Bickford of Upper Arlington and Stone Oak Retirement Community are the top-rated independent living facilities near Upper Arlington, Ohio. See full list of communities.
There are 109 independent living facilities near Upper Arlington, Ohio. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Upper Arlington, Ohio are StoryPoint Pickerington, Verena at Hilliard and StoryPoint Gahanna North. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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