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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Freedman, SC

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The cost of independent living in Freedman is about $4,318 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 14 options. Read 424 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 Oaks at Charleston
1919 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
9.4
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9.4
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The overall experience, friendliness, and value for cost has been excellent. The cleanliness, care services, staff, meals and dining and the activities has been very good. Yes, we would recommend Oaks at...
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.
Choice of companion or private studio, one-and two- bedroom accommodations Weekly housekeeping and laundry All utilities except for telephone Delicious, well balanced meals, three times per day Snacks available around the clock Care staff on duty 24 hours per day Emergency Call System Assistance...
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Photo of Brookdale West Ashley
1515 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
Pricing promotion expiring soon
9.3
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9.3
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97 reviews
5 star
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Brookdale, Mellisa Sills and nurse Sherri have gone above and beyond for my dad and I. I can't say enough good things about them. I didn't even tour any others bc Brookdale's response time was quickest and...
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.
Brookdale Charleston is an assisted living and memory care community in the historical and thriving city of Charleston, South Carolina. Charleston is an elegant city with warm and welcoming people that exude Southern charm and hospitality, offering its residents a unique combination of historical...
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Photo of Ashley Park by Barclay House
1010 Photos available
9.1
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56 reviews
9.1
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56 reviews
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I would give all a 5. There are a lot of activities to take part residents and staff are friendly. Happy hour once a week with entertainment.
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.
Ashley Park by Barclay House provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment.Our beautiful facility is situated on picturesque landscaped grounds in a quiet corner of Charleston. We're conveniently close to shopping, healthcare, dining and wonderful regional...
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Photo of The Addison of West Ashley
1010 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
Pricing promotion expiring soon
8.9
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21 reviews
8.9
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21 reviews
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I don't like any place that gives you one entry price and then continues to increase price monthly and decrease services monthly. It's great but prices are creeping up.
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.
We. Are. Family. Award Winning Senior Living! National Winner-Top 50 in Aging Services by Fortune magazine. A Great Place to Work certified 3 consecutive years. Multiple Pinnacle Customer Service Awards. Call or drop by to see what makes The Addison of West Ashley the most desired in the...
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Photo of Oaks at Beaufort
1313 Photos available
77 Floor plans available
8.7
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39 reviews
8.7
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39 reviews
5 star
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While volunteering with my church in sevveraassisted living facilities, I found The Oaks to be the one with the fewst residents complaints. The staff seemed more cheerful and the resident more settled. 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.
Summit Place of Beaufort is an assisted living community located in beautiful, historic Beaufort, South Carolina. Situated on the banks of Battery Creek amongst majestic, moss-draped oaks, we provide assisted living, respite and Alzheimer's care. We are the only community in Beaufort that has a...
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Photo of Harmony at West Ashley
1111 Photos available
2222 Floor plans available
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8.5
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8.5
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50 reviews
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I would recommend it to others and it's a great place because the staff is very attentive across the board and it's a very clean facility with lots of activities.
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.
Welcome to Harmony at West AshleyIndependent Living | Assisted Living | Memory CareIn our continued effort to meet the demand of seniors in Charleston, South Carolina, we are offering Virtual Tours, an enhanced screening procedure for new residents, along with the security, support, services...
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Photo of The Retreat at Lady's Island
1212 Photos available
7.5
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14 reviews
7.5
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14 reviews
5 star
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We have been here just a few weeks but we have had an excellent experience. Staff is very helpful. Food is very good. Building is clean. They take care of our laundry. Make sure everything's going good....
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.
From the very first moment you arrive at our gorgeous Sea Island property on the banks of the Beaufort River, it’s clear that The Retreat at Lady's Island takes a unique approach to senior living in Beaufort, SC. Private and semi-private assisted living suites and studios offer sophisticated...
Photo of TerraBella James Island
77 Photos available
6.3
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56 reviews
6.3
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56 reviews
5 star
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3 star
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Unfortunately I will have to find my dad another facility. Too expensive but the staff is friendly the facility is clean. I really love everything about the facility. I would absolutely recommend this...
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.
TerraBella James Island is an assisted living community located in the beautiful community of James Island, South Carolina. Clark Sound is only a mile away and is a popular afternoon destination for our residents. If you have a history buff in your family we are only two miles from both the...
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The staff is amazing they are so kind and caring and take wonderful care of my 97-year-old aunt. Through out the pandemic they have done everything they can to keep the residences safe, healthy and happy. I...
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.
The Palmettos of Charleston is owned and operated by NHC (National HealthCare Corporation). Since 1972, NHC has been committed to excellence by providing quality care that exceeds the standards of other assisted living communities. The Palmettos offers its residents an unrivaled amount of...
Photo of Overture West Ashley 55+ Active Adult Apartment Homes
1515 Photos available
1515 Floor plans available
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This is a place for someone who does not want to have to deal with any maintenance. You can leave and go on vacation without any problems. It is clean and well run. Very easy access to services, a grocery...
Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
To put it simply, Charleston, SC is a sight to be seen. There's a lot this world-renowned city has to offer—sandy beaches, incredible dining experiences, rich culture, high-end shopping and much more. At Overture West Ashley, you are right in the center of it all. Our 55+ active adult community...
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Photo of Dayspring Johns Island
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 Daysprings of Johns Island
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it has been a pretty good experience for us. It is clean and well maintained. The meals could use a little improvement. The staff are very nice and attentive for her needs, I have no complaints. The people...
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.
Chardon Place, is an assisted living community nestled on 14 acres. It is a short drive from the islands of Kiawah and Seabrook which have swimming, tennis, and world-class golf courses, and the dining and shopping experiences of Bohicket Marina, Sea Island Shopping Center, and the new...
Photo of Dayspring Assisted Living
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My mother was a resident of Dayspring Assisted Living in Hollywood, SC for approximately 5 years. She received great care. The entire staff were very kind to her. She was wheelchair bound for over the last 2...
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.
Dayspring Assisted Living offers a quiet country setting for our residents that is only twenty minutes from Charleston. Our residents and their families are secure in the knowledge that we are committed to patient care. Our ratios of staff to patient are the lowest in Charleston. We don't count...

Cost of independent living in Freedman, SC

The average cost of senior living in Freedman is $4,318 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Edisto Beach, SC with an average of $3,943 per month.

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

Freedman, SC
$4,318/mo
$4,325/mo

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

Freedman, SC
$4,318/mo
U.S. national average
$4,153/mo

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

$4,586/mo
Independent Living
$4,318/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,213/mo
Studio
$4,645/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,445/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,185/mo

Senior living costs in Freedman 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: Freedman, SC
Column state: South Carolina
Column national: U.S.
Community typeFreedman, SCSouth CarolinaU.S.
Independent Living$4,318/mo$4,135/mo$4,153/mo
Assisted Living$4,586/mo$4,306/mo$4,740/mo
Memory Care$4,586/mo$4,352/mo$5,004/mo
Independent Living
Freedman, SC:$4,318/mo
South Carolina:$4,135/mo
U.S.:$4,153/mo
Assisted Living
Freedman, SC:$4,586/mo
South Carolina:$4,306/mo
U.S.:$4,740/mo
Memory Care
Freedman, SC:$4,586/mo
South Carolina:$4,352/mo
U.S.:$5,004/mo
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Independent living costs in Freedman, SC, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Freedman 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
Freedman, SC$3,008/mo$3,182/mo-5.5%
South Carolina$3,123/mo$3,116/mo+0.2%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
Freedman, SC
2024 average cost:$3,008/mo
2023 average cost:$3,182/mo
Percent change:-5.5%
South Carolina
2024 average cost:$3,123/mo
2023 average cost:$3,116/mo
Percent change:+0.2%
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 Freedman

Recent reviews for independent living in Freedman

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.

Dayspring Assisted Living in Hollywood, SC

4.4
The caregivers at Dayspring were one of the reasons we chose this community. They are wonderful and very good with the residents. This is a smaller community so the ratio of caregivers to residents is higher. They could use a few more activities. The food is good and they keep the community ...
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Daysprings of Johns Island

4.9
Nice place where the owners are on site and know every residents names.

Freedman independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Freedman independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Freedman, 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 Freedman 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 Freedman partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Freedman, SCNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
38.5%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
61.5%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
53.8%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
69.2%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
23.1%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Freedman 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 Freedman communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Freedman, SCNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
53.8%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
76.9%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
61.5%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
15.4%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Freedman 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 Freedman offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Freedman, SCNational
Activity director
Activity director
84.6%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
61.5%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
46.2%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
69.2%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
76.9%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
84.6%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
61.5%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
46.2%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
69.2%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
76.9%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
84.6%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
38.5%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
30.8%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
76.9%
46.4%
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