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The cost of independent living in Blue Ridge is about $3,555 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 5 options.

Read 172 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 Hendersonville, Spartanburg and Greenville.

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Photo of Manning Square
1313 Photos available
9.8
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63 reviews
9.8
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63 reviews
5 star
56%
4 star
22%
3 star
6%
2 star
5%
1 star
11%
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The people at MS have all been very supportive, encouraging and helpful in getting my mother settled. Initially it was to be respite, but we all decided she couldn't live in her own anymore. I viewed three...
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.
At Manning Place, our senior living community, you'll find a smaller, homelike community and a compassionate, caring staff. We develop individual care plans to meet the needs of each resident, and a full-time registered nurse is available 24 hours a day to provide clinical oversight and...
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2525 Photos available
9.8
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21 reviews
9.8
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21 reviews
5 star
81%
4 star
19%
3 star
0%
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Definitely 5 stars. The staff are great very friendly and helpful. There are many activities to choose from. The apartment size is perfect. I am very happy here.
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.
At Merrill Gardens Greenville, we’re proud to be a family-owned community built on generations of experience in senior care. Our mission is simple: create a warm, welcoming environment where residents feel supported, connected, and truly at home.Located in vibrant downtown Greenville, our...
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1212 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
8.7
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62 reviews
8.7
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62 reviews
5 star
52%
4 star
18%
3 star
10%
2 star
10%
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10%
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The cleanliness is a 5 but needs new carpet. Med Techs Give wrong Meds, if residents not on their toes. Very friendly but not responsive to request, especially food. To much repetition. Most meats are tough....
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.
At The Residences at Greer, we offer a variety of community features. Residents can enjoy regular off-site adventures and excursions. Our property is conveniently located near accessible public transportation. We offer free wi-fi and high speed internet. Free resident parking and guest parking...
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33 Floor plans available
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8.4
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19 reviews
8.4
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19 reviews
5 star
63%
4 star
21%
3 star
11%
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Brookdale at Brushy Creek staff provided a wonderful and trustworthy experience to us as descendants and advocated for our father with love and care. When we asked questions, they responded efficiently and...
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.
Live Your AdventureHere in Greer, South Carolina, we’re more than assisted living community. We’re a family. It won’t take you long to understand what we mean. From the moment you walk through the front door, you’ll feel the warmth of our kind and compassionate care team and see the...
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77 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
8.1
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28 reviews
8.1
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28 reviews
5 star
49%
4 star
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3 star
7%
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The daily caregivers were good and seemed to really care for their residents. The caregivers were good. Management and communication could improve.
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.
Spring Park is an Atlas Senior Living Community with a separate secure memory care wing.Our goal is to enrich the lives of our residents by providing an environment that is physically, mentally, spiritually, and emotionally stimulating. We encourage our residents to celebrate the joys of life...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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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Cost of independent living in Blue Ridge, SC

The average cost of senior living in Blue Ridge is $3,555 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Anderson, SC with an average of $3,279 per month.

Independent living costs in Blue Ridge, SC, vs. state and national averages

Blue Ridge, SC
$3,555/mo
U.S. national average
$3,520/mo

Independent living costs in Blue Ridge, SC, vs. other senior living options

$5,412/mo
Independent Living
$3,555/mo

Independent living costs in Blue Ridge, SC, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$2,560/mo
Studio
$3,100/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,788/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,774/mo

Senior living costs in Blue Ridge 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: Blue Ridge, SC
Column state: South Carolina
Column national: U.S.
Community typeBlue Ridge, SCSouth CarolinaU.S.
Independent Living$3,555/mo$3,557/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living$4,944/mo$4,824/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$5,412/mo$5,404/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Blue Ridge, SC:$3,555/mo
South Carolina:$3,557/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
Blue Ridge, SC:$4,944/mo
South Carolina:$4,824/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Blue Ridge, SC:$5,412/mo
South Carolina:$5,404/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
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Independent living costs in Blue Ridge, SC, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Blue Ridge 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 Blue Ridge, SC

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Blue Ridge 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
Blue Ridge, SC$3,199/mo$3,115/mo+2.7%
South Carolina$3,359/mo$3,252/mo+3.3%
National$3,416/mo$3,319/mo+2.9%
Blue Ridge, SC
2024 average cost:$3,199/mo
2023 average cost:$3,115/mo
Percent change:+2.7%
South Carolina
2024 average cost:$3,359/mo
2023 average cost:$3,252/mo
Percent change:+3.3%
National
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 Blue Ridge

Recent reviews for independent living in Blue Ridge

Quillen Manor Assisted Living and Villas in Fountain Inn, SC

4.6
The people are very helpful and caring. Everyone checks on each other and we are a close knit community.

Summit Hills in Spartanburg, SC

4.7
I chose Summit Hills because it was a smaller community in size and the staff are very close with the residents. I am in a cottage and the one that I chose is a good size. Overall I am quite happy. My one concern is the activities have been reduced due to covid, so I am looking forward to them ...
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Aventine at Skylyn in Spartanburg, SC

4.6
I am having to work hard, but I am having fun! I have made great progress in a short time. The staff here is wonderful and extremely knowledgeable. A+

Blue Ridge independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Blue Ridge independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Blue Ridge, 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 Blue Ridge 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 Blue Ridge partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Blue Ridge, SCNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
33.3%
21.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
66.7%
35.6%
No sugar
No sugar
66.7%
31.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
66.7%
34.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Blue Ridge 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 Blue Ridge communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Blue Ridge, SCNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
66.7%
37.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
66.7%
44.7%
Room service
Room service
33.3%
38%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
16.7%
17.6%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Blue Ridge 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 Blue Ridge offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Blue Ridge, SCNational
Activity director
Activity director
66.7%
46.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
50%
29.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
66.7%
34%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
83.3%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
66.7%
50%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
83.3%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
66.7%
44.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
50%
39.5%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
66.7%
42.9%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
66.7%
48.2%
Live performances
Live performances
66.7%
47.9%
Dances
Dances
50%
34.1%
Fitness center
Fitness center
33.3%
40.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
66.7%
47.5%
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