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The cost of independent living in Charity is about $4,493 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 6 options. Read 168 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 Daniel Pointe Retirement Community
2020 Photos available
1212 Floor plans available
9.8
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62 reviews
9.8
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62 reviews
5 star
93%
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5%
3 star
2%
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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.
Daniel Pointe, the luxurious Resort Lifestyle Community, has been developed exclusively for adults 55 and over and is now OPEN! We offer the comforts and conveniences of modern-day living that allow you to enjoy your retirement. Daniel Pointe's top-notch, all-inclusive services and amenities...
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99 Photos available
1313 Floor plans available
8.8
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54 reviews
8.8
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54 reviews
5 star
56%
4 star
37%
3 star
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The food is the only thing that is disappointing. Food is cold many times. Service takes a really long time. Which is a shame because the facility is wonderful. The staff is very sweet. The people that live...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
    Somerby of Mount Pleasant draws upon the charming, stately traditions of the South - applying classic style and gracious hospitality, sure to make you feel right at home.     At Somerby, we're here to help you enjoy the lifestyle you've been waiting for. ...
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Photo of Restore at Carolina Park
1616 Photos available
7.5
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3 reviews
7.5
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3 reviews
5 star
67%
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0%
3 star
33%
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My parents could not be happier. Everyone is so friendly and warm and my parents love the walking paths and amenities. Very dog friendly community as well. They just love it.
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 Wellmore of Daniel Island
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All of the interactions we had with the staff were very positive, they know all the residents by name and they were very caring towards our loved one. Even though our loved one did not participate in the...
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.
Adjacent to the Daniel Island Club, nestled amongst the trees and overlooking Beresford Creek, Wellmore of Daniel Island is the premier retirement community in Charleston’s vibrant island town. Members enjoy luxurious accommodations, restaurant-style fine dining, an award-winning wellness...
Photo of Merrill Gardens at Carolina Park
1717 Photos available
1616 Floor plans available
6.9
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23 reviews
6.9
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I would give a 5 for all categories. I've been at Merrill Gardens for about 6 weeks now. Glad I moved here. Have enjoyed it thoroughly. I'm in my 6th week at Merrill Gardens. Which also happens to be the...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
You’re going to love it here. Located in the 1,700 acre Carolina Park master planned community with shopping, dining and outdoor activities, Merrill Gardens is in the heart of it all. This new community is modern yet intimate with spacious apartments as well as cottages. Relax and enjoy the...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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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Cost of independent living in Charity, SC

The average cost of senior living in Charity is $4,493 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Andrews, SC with an average of $3,612 per month.

Independent living costs in Charity, SC, vs. nearby cities

Charity, SC
$4,549/mo
$4,472/mo

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

Charity, SC
$4,549/mo
U.S. national average
$4,153/mo

Independent living costs in Charity, SC, vs. other senior living options

$4,588/mo
Independent Living
$4,549/mo

Independent living costs in Charity, SC, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,950/mo
Studio
$4,664/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,939/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,005/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$5,523/mo

Senior living costs in Charity 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: Charity, SC
Column state: South Carolina
Column national: U.S.
Community typeCharity, SCSouth CarolinaU.S.
Independent Living$4,549/mo$4,135/mo$4,153/mo
Assisted Living$4,535/mo$4,306/mo$4,740/mo
Memory Care$4,588/mo$4,352/mo$5,004/mo
Independent Living
Charity, SC:$4,549/mo
South Carolina:$4,135/mo
U.S.:$4,153/mo
Assisted Living
Charity, SC:$4,535/mo
South Carolina:$4,306/mo
U.S.:$4,740/mo
Memory Care
Charity, SC:$4,588/mo
South Carolina:$4,352/mo
U.S.:$5,004/mo
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Independent living costs in Charity, SC, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Charity 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
Charity, SC$4,880/mo$4,309/mo+13.3%
South Carolina$3,101/mo$3,116/mo-0.5%
National$3,246/mo$3,151/mo+3.0%
Charity, SC
2024 average cost:$4,880/mo
2023 average cost:$4,309/mo
Percent change:+13.3%
South Carolina
2024 average cost:$3,101/mo
2023 average cost:$3,116/mo
Percent change:-0.5%
National
2024 average cost:$3,246/mo
2023 average cost:$3,151/mo
Percent change:+3.0%
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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 Charity

Recent reviews for independent living in Charity

Overture West Ashley 55+ Active Adult Apartment Homes in Charleston, SC

5.0
The staff and residents are super friendly. There are lots of activities, and they are awesome for the residents. The breakfast is available Monday through Friday, and this is awesome for us. On Wednesdays they offer a happy hour, and they even include some appetizers.

Sweetgrass Village in Mount Pleasant, SC

5.0
My wife [name removed] has been in Assisted Living facilities for the past ten years. No facility has been as comprehensive in their care and genuine in their compassion. I have complete confidence in [name removed] and her team.

The Artisan Mount Pleasant

5.0
I have nothing but good things to say about Atria Mount Pleasant! During our initial tour we were very impressed with the tour guide. She knew every resident's name and their story. She gave us suggestions of what to look for in a tour, knowing we would be looking at other places. She showed ...
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Charity independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Charity independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Charity, 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 Charity 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 Charity partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Charity, SCNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
16.7%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
50%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
50%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
50%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
33.3%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Charity 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 Charity communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Charity, SCNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
66.7%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
66.7%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
66.7%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
50%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Charity 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 Charity offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Charity, SCNational
Activity director
Activity director
83.3%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
66.7%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
66.7%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
50%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
83.3%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
83.3%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
66.7%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
83.3%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
83.3%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
83.3%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
83.3%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
83.3%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
83.3%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
83.3%
46.4%
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